Today, our host, Dr. Lendra James, sits down with the inspiring Alvionna Brewster, MSN-Ed, RN, a trailblazing nurse, educator, and entrepreneur. Alvionna shares her journey from cardiovascular care nurse to founder and CEO of Black Nurse Entrepreneurs, an organization dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship among black nurses.

Together, they delve into the common barriers nurses face when pursuing entrepreneurship, including mindset challenges and lack of exposure. Alvionna opens up about her own struggles with burnout, and feeling undervalued, while shedding light on the importance of mental health support and self-care for healthcare professionals.

We'll explore how nurses can overcome these obstacles by nurturing mindset shifts, seeking supportive communities, and embracing entrepreneurship as a path to happiness and well-being. Alvionna also shares her vision for creating generational wealth and changing the trajectory of nursing.

Tune in to hear valuable insights, personal stories, and practical advice from a nurse who's breaking barriers and paving the way for others. This episode is packed with inspiration and actionable steps to empower nurses to take charge of their careers and find fulfillment beyond traditional healthcare settings.

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00:00 Hobby turned passion turned into a purpose.
05:12 Connecting people, creating generational wealth, motivating others.
08:48 Surround yourself with like-minded, strong people.
10:54 Nurse discusses need for mental health support.
14:18 Patients should advocate for their health proactively.
17:26 "Prioritize prevention, shift focus from sick care."
21:28 Explore diverse nursing opportunities beyond hospital settings.
25:02 Nursing isn't easy, lacks control, needs change.
28:41 Regrets in career, missed learning opportunities, resilience.
30:12 Nurses should consider motivations before pursuing education.
35:32 Bitterness and exhaustion lead to new blessings.
37:21 Believe in yourself and higher power for happiness.
39:52 Business essentials masterclass for those on the fence.

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