In this episode, I sit down with Kathleen Meleedy, a former ER and primary care nurse who left her corporate healthcare job to launch her private coaching practice. Kathleen shares what it was like to make the leap—quitting her job without a backup plan—and how she signed 10 paying clients in just 12 weeks.

We talk about what gave her the courage to go all in, the power of connection, and how she's redefining success on her own terms. If you're craving a real, grounded story about what’s possible when you follow your values, this one’s for you.

You can find Kathleen’s contact info below. And if you’re not already hanging out with us, come join The Successful Nurse Coaches Facebook group.

Get In Touch with Kathleen:

Email: kathleen@itiswellnursecoach.com

Website: www.itiswellnursecoach.com

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Last Call to Join us in Boone for our September Retreat: https://www.thesuccessfulnursecoaches.com/joinusinboone

In this milestone episode, Shelby and Laura celebrate 200 episodes of The Successful Nurse Coach Podcast with stories, laughter, honest reflection, and one very exciting surprise…

They share:

• Funny behind-the-scenes moments from the early days
• How podcasting helped them grow as speakers and storytellers
• Why this show has become one of the most powerful tools in their business
• The emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship
• A heartfelt thank-you to YOU, our listeners 💛

Plus… we wrote a book!

The Art & Science of a Successful Nurse Coach Practice is almost here — and we want you on our launch team! Click the link below to help us get this labor of love into the hands of future nurse coaches.

👉 Join the Launch Team: Book Launch

https://start.thesuccessfulnursecoaches.com/tsncbook/

👉 Join our FB Community: The Successful Nurse Coaches

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Last Call to Join us in Boone for our September Retreat: https://www.thesuccessfulnursecoaches.com/joinusinboone

In this heartfelt solo episode, Laura dives deep into the real reason live events are so transformative—not just for personal growth, but for your coaching practice as a whole.

She shares powerful, personal stories from the retreats and live events that shaped her—from her first nurse coach training immersion, to masterminds with 7-figure entrepreneurs, to deeply spiritual experiences she never could have predicted. Whether it's making eye contact during an embodiment exercise, crying mid-flight after a breakthrough, or meeting a future business partner over dinner, Laura explores the irreplaceable magic of in-person transformation.

You’ll walk away understanding:

• Why live events create momentum that Zoom just can’t replicate
• How attending events raises your presence, listening, and coaching skills
• What makes live experiences such a powerful cure for burnout, self-doubt, or stagnation
• Why your identity as a coach fundamentally shifts when you immerse yourself in real community
• What kind of breakthroughs only happen between the sessions

Whether you’re in a funk, in full momentum, or just craving a deeper connection—this episode will inspire you to say yes to stepping out of your daily life and into something sacred.

Laura also reflects on the upcoming Boone Retreat (with guest Leon VanderPol), shares the real talk behind pricing retreats, and offers guidance for those of you who can’t make it but still want to grow.

Connect with us:

• Instagram: @successfulnursecoaches
• Website: www.thesuccessfulnursecoaches.com
• Join the conversation in our Facebook group: The Successful Nurse Coach Community

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Last Call to Join us in Boone for our September Retreat: https://www.thesuccessfulnursecoaches.com/joinusinboone