Ep.75, Do you believe you need thousands of social media followers to start or maintain your business? In this episode of Nurses With Voices, Dr. Lendra reveals why audience size isn’t your ceiling and how AI-powered systems can turn even 50 engaged followers into a thriving, profitable business.

Whether you’re a nurse entrepreneur, healthcare leader, or busy professional ready to stop trading time for money, this conversation will shift your mindset from burnout to breakthrough.

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Episode Highlights:

• Why “likes don’t buy”—and what really creates revenue.

• The mindset shift every nurse entrepreneur needs.

• How AI repurposes one message into blogs, posts, and emails.

• Why your email list is more powerful than Instagram followers.

• Automation strategies that save time, prevent burnout, and create freedom.

👉 Download the Burnout to Business Blueprint today and learn how to launch your AI-powered business in just 90 days. Find it in the Featured section on Dr. Lendra’s LinkedIn or at dljamesconsulting.com.

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People love to say that starting a business is risky. But you know what’s even riskier? Staying stuck. Trading your health for a paycheck. Spending years inside systems that don’t value you.

In this episode of Nurses With Voices, Dr. Lendra breaks down the myths of risk in business and flips the script to show nurse leaders, entrepreneurs, and aspiring founders how to launch smarter, not scarier.

From mass layoffs in healthcare to the hidden costs of “staying safe” in a W-2 job, Dr. Lendra reveals why ownership is actually the more secure path and how you can de-risk your journey with clarity, AI-powered strategies, and the Burnout to Breakthrough Blueprint.

• Why a W-2 job isn’t as safe as you think (just look at recent hospital layoffs).

• The 3 biggest myths about risk in business—and the truth behind them.

• How to start small: one offer, one client, 10 hours a week.

• Why failure isn’t final,it’s data, and it’s how you refine and grow.

• Practical ways to de-risk your business: mentorship, AI, and smart funding.

• The importance of building community before you build your business.

• How to test a small offer to prove your concept without burning out.

At Nurses With Voices, we love highlighting the incredible work nurses and healthcare leaders are doing. Maybe you’ve written a book, launched a new service, or built something powerful for our community.

We’re opening up opportunities for you to showcase your brand, book, or project right here on the podcast, including our upcoming Author Series.

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• Connect with Dr. Lendra on LinkedIn: Dr. Lendra James

If this episode resonated with you, make sure you:

• Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.

• Leave a review and share this episode with a colleague.

• Follow along on this 90-day journey exploring AI and nurse entrepreneurship.

Business isn’t the risk. Staying stuck is the risk. Staying silent is the risk. Betting against yourself is the risk.

The Burnout to Breakthrough Blueprint is your roadmap to launch without overwhelm and to finally step into the freedom, purpose, and impact you’ve been craving.

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Episode 72: Burnout to Business with AI – The 3-Step Blueprint for Nurse Leaders

Description:
You didn’t leave the bedside to burn out in business. In this episode, Dr. Lendra shares her Burnout to Business Blueprint, a three-step framework powered by AI to help nurse leaders and entrepreneurs reclaim their time, build sustainable businesses, and shift from exhaustion to empowerment. This nurse podcast is addressing Nurse Burnout by using AI powered strategies to go from burnout to business. AI can help nurse leaders save 5-10 hours a week.

Discover how to:

• Clarify your founder identity and promise.

• Design a simple, profitable business model.

• Launch in 90 days without drowning in tech or busywork.

💡 Staying stuck has a cost, too. The blueprint gives you the clarity and tools to finally take action.

Download your free Burnout to Business Blueprint now:

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Ep. 71: In this special episode, Dr. Lendra sits down with two co-authors from the new anthology Act Like a Nurse, Think Like a Boss. We talk second-career pivots, house-call medicine, medical tourism advocacy, and why knowing your why keeps you from shiny-object syndrome. If you’ve ever felt called to lead on your own terms, this one’s for you.

Guests & Links:

• Dwan Thompson Kelsey, NP — Founder, Well Life House Calls (geriatric/adult house-call practice) • welllifehousecalls.com

• Dr. Natasha Ramontal — RN & Board-Certified Patient Advocate; creator MedicalTourismRN (YouTube/IG/TikTok/Threads)

Timestamps / Chapters:

• 00:00 – Concierge care and seeing patients at their best

• 01:26 – Welcome + anthology intro (Act Like a Nurse, Think Like a Boss)

• 02:16 – Dwan’s intro: Well Life House Calls

• 02:46 – Dr. Natasha’s intro: patient advocacy & medical tourism

• 03:38 – Why join the anthology; second-career pivot after loss

• 05:01 – Hiring second-career nurses & purpose-driven careers

• 07:09 – Lendra’s nursing origin story (LPN to RN pivot)

• 07:57 – Dwan’s chapter: rediscovering the why

• 10:07 – Shiny objects vs. purpose + business plan alignment

• 11:35 – Lendra’s Burnout → Breakthrough perspective

• 12:14 – Medical tourism: education, risk, equity, and evidence

• 16:59 – House-call medicine: access, mobility, and family-centered care

• 19:00 – Diabetes clinic & infusion pharmacy — lessons learned

• 22:04 – Concierge nursing and preventive care

• 26:49 – Sick-care vs. prevention; ER overuse & policy concerns

• 29:00 – MedicalTourismRN services (advocacy; virtual & in-person)

• 31:02 – Shout-out: Nurse Boss Summit & community impact

• 32:26 – Wrap: Stay inspired, educated, and empowered

Key Takeaways:

• Your why evolves—revisit it before you build.

• Prevention and access (house calls, concierge care) fill real gaps.

• Patient advocacy + culturally aware education save money and lives.

• Community (Nurse Boss Summit) accelerates outcomes.

Resources Mentioned:

• Act Like a Nurse, Think Like a Boss (Anthology) — by Nurse Boss Summit / Dr. Tammy Lewis

• Well Life House Calls — welllifehousecalls.com

• MedicalTourismRN — YouTube & socials (@medicaltourismrn)

• ➡️ Get the anthology / join the waitlist: Act Like a Nurse, Think Like a Boss
  P.S.

• Nurse leader ready to build a business? Grab the free Burnout to Business™ Blueprint, coming soon!

Disclaimer: Educational content only; not medical/legal advice.

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Ep. 70. In this inspiring episode, Dr. Lendra sits down with powerhouse nurse leader Dr. Selena Gilles, educator, clinician, and advocate for justice and equity in healthcare. From navigating bias as a Black nurse to boldly leading in academia, Dr. Selena shares the truth about breaking through barriers, challenging norms, and finding purpose beyond the bedside. You can connect with Dr. Selena on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/selenagilles

Together, we explore:

• Why representation in nursing education matters

• The importance of mentorship for the next generation

• Why you don’t need to wait for permission to lead

• How to turn adversity into advocacy and impact

If you've ever felt called to lead differently, this conversation is for you.

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Ep. 69 Join us in this insightful episode as Dr. Lorre Laws, an award-winning speaker and author, delves into the complexities of nurse burnout and trauma recovery. Discover her groundbreaking research and the innovative strategies she has developed to help nurses heal and thrive in their demanding roles.

Key Takeaways:

Understanding the multifaceted nature of nurse burnout and trauma. Insights into Dr. Laws' research on the physiological and psychological aspects of burnout. Introduction to the Polyvagal Theory and Cell Danger Response Theory. Dr. Laws' four-step evidence-based framework for trauma recovery. The importance of aligning self-care practices with the autonomic nervous system.

Guest Bio: Dr. Lorre Laws is a Toastmasters International award-winning speaker, storyteller, and author of "Nursing Our Healer's Heart." With a rich background in nursing and research, she is dedicated to helping healthcare professionals overcome burnout and trauma.

Resources Mentioned:

Dr. Lorre Laws' book: "Nursing Our Healer's Heart" Website: drlorelaw.com

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This episode is more than a conversation, it’s a call to shift the way we approach burnout in nursing. Dr. Lorre Laws breaks down why traditional self-care strategies fall short and how trauma-informed, evidence-based frameworks are the key to real recovery. As we prepare for the upcoming Health & Wealth Expo: AI Summit, this discussion sets the stage for exploring how AI-powered tools can help nurse entrepreneurs create sustainable businesses, support mental wellness, and lead with purpose.

Visit https://www.dljamesconsulting.com/blog for insights, resources, and updates. Stay tuned for the summit details. This is how we move from burnout to breakthroughs.

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Ep.68. In this episode of Part-1 of Nurses with Voices- Time, Truth & Transformation mini-series, Dr. Lendra engages in a profound conversation about the historical and ongoing inequities in the American healthcare system, particularly through the lens of African American experiences. The discussion highlights the resilience and wisdom of Black families, reflecting on past struggles and the current challenges posed by healthcare policies. The episode emphasizes the importance of acknowledging history to inspire future generations of healthcare professionals and advocates for change. The surprise guest is none other than someone who has lived experiences of the inequities.

Takeaways

This week's episode is not just a conversation.
It's about the resurfacing of inequities.
We are one of the most educated.
We didn't have a hospital we could go to.
The riots in Newark in 1967 was the most horrible thing.
What the government is doing is absolutely wrong.
We are descendants of survivors, of trailblazers.
To change the future, we must acknowledge the past.
May you never forget the power of your voice.
Stay educated, stay inspired, and stay in.

Chapters

00:00 A Reckoning in Healthcare
04:15 Reflections on African American History
06:36 Personal Stories of Resilience
09:17 Healthcare Experiences in the Black Community
11:03 Repeating History: Healthcare Inequities
12:44 The Impact of Riots and Civil Rights
14:42 Integration and Education Experiences
18:54 Reflections on Civil Rights and Progress
19:15 Lessons from the Past for Today's Healthcare Leaders
20:41 The Struggles of Immigrants and Black Americans
21:46 Healthcare Access and Political Responsibility
22:12 The Impact of Political Leadership on Healthcare
23:01 Preventive Care and Health Insurance Concerns
26:06 Historical Context of Racial Inequality
27:55 Welfare Reform and Its Consequences
30:38 Comparing Political Leaders: Reagan vs. Trump
31:53 The American Dream: Changes Over Generations

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