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Nurse Boss Shift
by Dr Kiiyonna Jones and Christal Parker
If your job description says “nurse,” but deep down, you know you’ve got an entrepreneurial spirit and are meant to do amazing things in your life… NURSE BOSS SHIFT is the show for you.Your hosts, Dr. Kiiyonna Jones and Christal Parker, are going to take you under their wing and mentor you to greatness. These two powerhouse women went from bedside nurses to besties and business partners who now run wildly successful aesthetics businesses and mentor hundreds of nurses just like you. Nurses are overworked and underpaid. That’s just straight facts. It’s time for you to SHIFT your title from employee and step into your power as an entrepreneur and build a highly profitable business using the skills you already have… and learn some new ones along the way!On this show, you’re going to discover that you’ve already got more business-savvy inside you than you even know. You’ll get over that damaging imposter syndrome, stop comparing your journey to anyone else’s, choose a business you lov
Episodes
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Business Growth Without Playing the Algorithm Game
Episode 106 - Show Notes In this episode, Christal sits down with Megan Walsh, a New Jersey-based nurse and the creative force behind the thriving Etsy shop, Megan’s Menagerie. What started as a stress-relieving hobby during nursing school evolved into a full-fledged side hustle bringing in over...
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Beyond the Comfort Zone: Building a Business While Maintaining Family Harmony
In this episode, we dive deep into the realities of balancing entrepreneurship with family life, especially when navigating expectations, sacrifices, and partner support. We share personal stories of out own career transitions, including how our families reacted when we first announced our…
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Experience Is Your Superpower: Starting A Business Later In Life
In this episode, we’re diving into a topic we’re deeply passionate about: why age is not a barrier to entrepreneurship. Whether you're 40, 50, or even 60+, we’re sharing real stats, lived experiences, and honest encouragement to remind you that your experience, maturity, and patience are massive...
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Honoring Nurse Hailey: A Legacy of Passion, Purpose, and Impact
In this heartfelt and somber episode, we pause to honour the life and legacy of Nurse Hailey - a beloved nurse entrepreneur who tragically passed away due to an amniotic fluid embolism shortly after the birth of her son. Hailey touched thousands through her social media presence and business...
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Pitch Yourself Anyway: Why Waiting to Feel Ready Is Holding You Back
If you've ever thought, “Who am I to speak on that stage?” this one’s for you. In this episode, we’re sharing exactly how we pitched and prepared to speak at one of the biggest medical spa conferences - and why you don’t need a massive following or a perfect plan to step up and own your space.…
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A Nurse’s Prayer: Finding Peace, Purpose, and the Courage to Act
This one’s different. Raw. Off-the-cuff. Straight from the heart. After four failed recording attempts, I knew I had to stop trying to make it polished and just press record. In this short but powerful episode of The Nurse Boss Shift, I share a prayer for every nurse navigating overwhelm, tough...
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The Ripple Effect of Showing Up
We made it to 100 episodes - and this one’s got everything. From client wins to personal turning points, I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes of a ribbon-cutting event that had me reflecting hard on the power of showing up (even when it’s uncomfortable). We’ll discuss Nate, a shy but determined...
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Why Cheap Investments Lead to Cheap Results
Let’s talk about it: the mindset blocks, the stalled launches, and that weird guilt we feel about investing in ourselves. In this episode, Dr Jones is sharing the hard truth she’s seen play out over and over - the lower the investment, the lower the execution. Same course. Same framework.…
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Obsessed or Out of Business: Why Sales and Marketing Matter Most
In this solo episode, Christal keeps it real about what’s actually holding many nurse entrepreneurs back from building profitable businesses: it’s not your logo, it’s your lack of marketing and sales know-how. She shares how maternity leave, a pandemic, and a whole lot of webinars lit the fire...
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From Optimism to Overwhelm and Back Again: The Mindset Every Nursepreneur Needs
Ever feel like you're stuck in the emotional rollercoaster of business? One minute you're buzzing with ideas, the next you're questioning every life choice? In this solo episode, Dr.Jones breaks down the five stages of the Emotional Cycle of Change and shares how recognising where you are on the...
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Spending Money to Make Money: The Real Value of Coaching and Mentorship
Thinking about hiring a coach but unsure if it’s worth the investment? In this episode, we’re tackling the big question every entrepreneur should ask: Do I really need a mentor? Spoiler alert- yes, you do. We break down why mentorship isn’t just a nice-to-have but an essential business strategy....
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The Marketing Playbook Every Entrepreneur Needs
Marketing can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re just starting out, but avoiding it is the fastest way to stall your business. In this episode, we break down why marketing should be a top priority from day one, how to attract the right customers, and why “if you build it, they will come”…
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Breaking the Paycheck-to-Paycheck Cycle: Wealth Strategies That Work
Talking about money can feel awkward, but let’s be honest - it’s time to get comfortable with it. In this episode, financial coach Walli Miller joins us to break down the essentials of building wealth without making it feel overwhelming. She shares how she went from paycheck to paycheck to…
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Funding, Freedom, and Fairness: The DEI Conversation Entrepreneurs Need
In this powerful episode, Kiiyonna and Christal explore how shifts in DEI initiatives impact women and minority entrepreneurs. They look at the challenges many face with funding disparities, limited access to government contracts, and childcare support - all crucial elements that affect business...
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Is DEI Under Attack? What It Means for Nurses & Business Owners
The conversation around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) has shifted dramatically, but what does that actually mean for healthcare professionals and entrepreneurs? In this episode, Dr. Kiiyonna and Crystal get real about DEI - what it is, what it isn’t, and why it’s become such a hot-button...
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The Truth About Staying Motivated as a New Business Owner
We are kicking off our first episode of 2025 with big energy and bigger goals! In this episode, we’re getting real about motivation- what it actually looks like for business owners and why it’s not always the magic fuel we think it is. Spoiler: discipline is the real MVP. We’re sharing our own...
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Headspace, Habits, and Hustle: Starting Strong in Business
In this insightful episode of Nurse Boss Shift, hosts Christal Parker and Dr. Kiiyonna Jones dive into the essential steps for aspiring healthcare entrepreneurs. From mindset shifts to habit stacking, they explore how to overcome limiting beliefs and build a strong foundation for business…
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Speaking Up, Dreaming Big: Insights from a Live Public Event
This special prelude episode of Nurse Boss Shift highlights the wisdom and inspiration shared by hosts Christal Parker and Dr. Kiyonna Jones at a public speaking event. As the podcast approaches its 2nd anniversary, this episode offers listeners a powerful sneak peek into the conversations…
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Behind-The-Mic: Real Talk, Laughs, and Lessons from Nurse Boss Shift's Hosts
In this special prelude to Nurse Boss Shift’s upcoming 2nd anniversary, co-hosts Christal Parker and Dr. Kiiyonna Jones get real about the journey of building their podcast. With guest co-host Dr. Chakika Williams (Dr. Keke Da NP) joining in, the conversation takes on an extra layer of fun and...
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Five Years In, Just Warming Up: The Realities of Entrepreneurship with Dr. Chakika Williams, DNP
In this insightful episode, co-hosts Christal Parker and Dr. Kiyonna Jones sit down with Dr. Chakika Williams, DNP, to explore the dynamic world of entrepreneurship. Together, they dive into the importance of mindset, the power of mentorship, and the value of community support. Dr. Keke shares...
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Nurses Talk About Hormone Replacement Therapy: Revitalizing Libido, Energy, and Life for Women in Midlife
In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Kiiyonna Jones and Christal Parker delve into the transformative effects of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) on women's health. They share their personal experiences with hormonal imbalances, the challenges faced in seeking treatment, and the misconceptions...
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More Nurses Need To Know About This
In this episode, Dr. Lendra James continues her conversation with Christal Parker and Dr. Kiyonna Jones, diving deeper into her journey from nursing leadership to entrepreneurship. She shares powerful insights on empowering nurses, achieving work-life balance, and the unique challenges faced by...
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Not Staying in the Lane: Navigating Bias, Burnout, and Building Wealth with Dr. Lendra James
In this conversation, Dr. Kiiyonna Jones, Christal Parker, and Dr. Lendra James discuss the challenges and triumphs faced by nurses, particularly women of color, in the healthcare industry. They explore themes of identity, bias, burnout, and the transition from traditional nursing roles to...
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Nurse Lois of Highest Paid Nurse Earns Her First $100K in a Day as an Entrepreneur
In this episode, Dr. Kiyonna Jones and Christal Parker continue their conversation with Nurse Lois, exploring her unexpected journey from nursing to successful entrepreneurship. Nurse Lois shares powerful insights on the value of coaching, the importance of execution, and how she transformed her...
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Interview with Nurse Lois of Highest Paid Nurse - Part 1
In this episode, hosts Dr. Kiyonna Jones and Christal Parker reunite for a powerful duo conversation, joined by Nurse Lois. Together, they explore the transition from nursing to entrepreneurship, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs faced along the way. They delve into the significance…
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Nurse Boss Shift Greatest Hits
In this special recap episode of Nurse Boss Shift, we revisit two of our most impactful episodes featuring nurse entrepreneurs Heather and Tifany. They share their journeys from bedside to business ownership, discussing the challenges they faced, the mindset shifts that transformed them into...
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The Nurse Burnout Epidemic No One Wants to Fix
In this episode of Nurse Boss Shift, Christal Parker discusses the critical issue of burnout among nurses, emphasizing the importance of mental health and self-care. She explores alarming statistics regarding mental anguish in the nursing profession and the need for adequate support. The...
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Nurse Boss Shift: Empowering Stories, Inspiring Guests Every Week
Allow us to reintroduce ourselves through our hosts, guests, and the value we hope to bring to our listeners... New podcast episodes drop every Monday! About the Nurse Boss Shift podcast If your job description says “nurse,” but deep down, you know you’ve got an entrepreneurial spirit and are…
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From Impossible to Six-Figures: Alex Stevens’ Journey to Doubling Her Success
In this episode, Dr. Kiiyonna Jones interviews nurse entrepreneur Alex Stevens, who defied the odds by achieving six-figure success in her first year of business and is on track to double it in her second year. Alex shares her inspiring journey, discussing the challenges she overcame, the support...
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Why Every Revenue Milestone Means Starting Over at a New Zero
Dr. Williams of MedicallyFab Beauty: Why Every Revenue Milestone Means Starting Over at a New Zero Dr. Williams, a physician and entrepreneur, shares her journey from working in the healthcare system to starting her own medical spa. She discusses the challenges she faced as a single mother and…
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Only Get Real Answers: Harveen Kaur on Nursing Grit and Entrepreneurial Grace
Harveen Kaur shares her journey as a nurse entrepreneur, from starting as an LPN in the military to opening her own med spa. She emphasizes the importance of determination, faith, and grit in nursing and entrepreneurship. Harveen discusses the challenges she faced, such as finding a medical...
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Don’t Be an Underdog: You Don’t Get to the Top Just from the Bottom! (Launch Your Lab's Sheila Michelle Foye)
In this episode, Sheila “Michelle” Foye, CEO of Precis Screening and Executive Director of The Breakthrough Foundation, shares her inspiring journey from personal tragedy to entrepreneurial success. Sheila discusses how her faith guided her to start her business in God's perfect timing, even…
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1:1 with Nurse Morgan Guides for Aspiring Nurses
In this episode, Christal and Dr. Jones sit down with Nurse Morgan, a NICU nurse turned mentor, to discuss her journey into nursing mentorship. Inspired by her own challenging experience as a nursing student, Nurse Morgan is passionate about guiding aspiring nurses through the complexities of...
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Loaded Questions for Black Nurse Entrepreneurs' Founder Alvionna Brewster
In this episode, we sit down with Alvionna Brewster, the founder of Black Nurse Entrepreneurs (BNE). Alvionna shares her journey from a registered nurse to a successful entrepreneur, filling a crucial gap in the community for aspiring nurse entrepreneurs. She discusses the perceived security in...
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From Bedside Nursing to Events: Nurse Behind The ATL Nurse Expo
In this episode, we have an inspiring conversation with Nurse Ro, a dynamic Millenial nurse who has made significant strides beyond the traditional bedside role. Nurse Ro shares her journey from nursing school at Georgia State to becoming the founder of the ATL Nurse Expo. She discusses how…
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Empowering Transformation: Let Dr. Ebonee Gresham’s Story Move You Into Action
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Ebonee Gresham, a remarkable woman whose journey from homelessness to becoming a successful entrepreneur and empowerment speaker is nothing short of inspiring. Dr. Ebonee shares her incredible story of overcoming immense challenges, and how her...
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Knowledge is Power: The Nurse Sam Method and The Unspoken Realities of LPN Resiliency
In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Samantha Cepeda, widely known as Nurse Sam, the creative force behind TheNurseSam.com and Camp Nursing School. Nurse Sam shares her incredible journey from bedside nursing to founding a dynamic platform that transforms nursing education through…
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NEW Nurse Entrepreneur Hot Seat: VonBeau Studio Hard Launches with an Interview on Nurse Boss Shift
In this special episode of Nurse Boss Shift, hosts Dr. Kiiyonna Jones and Christal Parker welcome new nurse entrepreneur Michelle Richardson, founder of VonBeau Studio Medical Spa. Michelle, a graduate mentee of Dr. Jones' coaching program, ‘hard launched’ her new business with an interview on…
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When Exhaustion Takes The Wheel: The Hidden Dangers of Nurse Fatigue
In this solo episode of Nurse Boss Shift, Dr. Kiiyonna Jones discusses a harrowing incident involving a nurse from Faulkner Hospital in Boston who, after an exhausting shift, drove off the top floor of a parking garage on May 17th. This near-fatal accident brings to light the pervasive issue of...
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Nurse Business Partnerships: Are Two Heads Better Than One?
In this solo episode of the Nurse Boss Shift podcast, Christal Parker addresses a frequently asked question from Tru Savvy’s IV Hydration Revealed students (that you may be asking yourself, too!): SHOULD YOU GET A BUSINESS PARTNER? Drawing from her own experiences and her partnership with Dr....
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GROW YOUR MONEY: Building Financial Freedom For Your Entrepreneurial Dreams
In this solo episode of Nurse Boss Shift, Christal Parker shares valuable insights and personal experiences on the journey to financial freedom with the ultimate goal of entrepreneurial freedom. Acknowledging that the podcast often focuses on nurse entrepreneurship, Christal addresses the reality...
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PROCRASTINATION: YOUR DREAMS ON HOLD (Nursepreneur Mindset Shift with Dr. Kiiyonna Jones)
In this empowering episode of the Nurse Boss Shift podcast, Dr. Jones shares her personal journey of overcoming procrastination and shifting her mindset to achieve entrepreneurial success. She recounts how consuming motivational content during her daily commute transformed her approach to…
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Wanting The Dollar VS Grabbing The Dollar: How a Badass Nurse Landed on her Dream Career, Business, and on the Jennifer Hudson Show!
In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Dr. Farah Laurent, an emergency nurse turned entrepreneur, career coach, and speaker. Dr. Farah shares her insights on how the critical thinking, problem-solving skills, courage, and resiliency she developed as a nurse have paved the way for...
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Don’t Talk Yourself Out of Your Blessing! Lanisha Thadison: Operations Consultant, Nurse Entrepreneur of Faith & Action
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Lanisha Thadison, a Registered Nurse turned Operations Consultant and CEO of Thadison Solutions. Lanisha shares her journey from a comfortable nursing position to becoming a successful entrepreneur dedicated to helping other businesses thrive. She...
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Nurse Meg RN: TikTok Nurse Mentor
In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into the journey of Nurse Meg, a dedicated nurse turned TikTok sensation who is reshaping the landscape of nursing education. Raised by a nurse to become a nurse, Meg followed her father's footsteps to a stable career in healthcare. Faced with the…
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60 Episodes Strong: From Late-Night Kitchen Table Chats to Showing Up in [Podcast Studio] Rooms
In this episode of Nurse Boss Shift, hosts Dr. Jones and Christal celebrate the journey from surviving the ‘10th episode curse’ to hitting their 60th episode milestone. They reflect on how the podcast evolved from late-night kitchen table recordings to in-person podcast studio setup, all while...
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Radiant Authenticity: Nurse Entrepreneurs Speak Out — A Conversation with Holly Cotton
In this episode, we sit down with Holly Cotton, a wellness expert, registered nurse, and best-selling author based in Houston, Texas. Holly shares her inspiring journey from overcoming breast cancer to becoming a renowned health and wellness authority. She emphasizes the importance of…
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From Hollywood to Entrepreneurship: The Passionista Project Sisters in Business
In this episode, Nancy and Amy, known as The Passionista Project sisters, share their remarkable journey from different career paths to entrepreneurship. Nancy's innate entrepreneurial spirit and Amy's background in Hollywood posed unique challenges and opportunities as they embarked on their...
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Making Black Birth Possible, Powerful, Healing with Aiyana Davison
In this episode, we delve into the fascinating journey of Aiyana Davison, a Certified Nurse Midwife whose passion for birth ignited in childhood. From eagerly watching birth videos in science class to uncovering her grandmother's legacy as a Nurse Midwife, Aiyana's trajectory was set early on....
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Generational Shift: From Nursing Legacy to Entrepreneurship
In this episode of the Nurse Boss Shift podcast, we delve into the remarkable journey of Adriana Bolden, whose family's nursing legacy took an unexpected entrepreneurial turn. Adriana shares the inspiring story of her grandmother, hailed as the "Mother Teresa of Long Beach," whose dedication to...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
If your job description says “nurse,” but deep down, you know you’ve got an entrepreneurial spirit and are meant to do amazing things in your life… NURSE BOSS SHIFT is the show for you.Your hosts, Dr. Kiiyonna Jones and Christal Parker, are going to take you under their wing and mentor you to greatness. These two powerhouse women went from bedside nurses to besties and business partners who now run wildly successful aesthetics businesses and mentor hundreds of nurses just like you. Nurses are overworked and underpaid. That’s just straight facts. It’s time for you to SHIFT your title from employee and step into your power as an entrepreneur and build a highly profitable business using the skills you already have… and learn some new ones along the way!On this show, you’re going to discover that you’ve already got more business-savvy inside you than you even know. You’ll get over that damaging imposter syndrome, stop comparing your journey to anyone else’s, choose a business you lov
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If your job description says “nurse,” but deep down, you know you’ve got an entrepreneurial spirit and are meant to do amazing things in your life… NURSE BOSS SHIFT is the show for you.Your hosts, Dr. Kiiyonna Jones and Christal Parker, are going to take you under their wing and mentor you to...
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