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In this episode of Investing RN, Josh and Colin sit down with nurse practitioner turned entrepreneur Erica D. to talk about how she went from feeling completely burned out to building a six-figure online business—all while still working full-time as an NP!

Erica shares her journey, the challenges she faced, and the steps she took to create a successful side hustle that now generates more than her NP salary. Whether you’re a nurse, an NP, or just someone looking for inspiration to start your own online business, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice.

Key Topics Covered:

🏥 Erica’s background in nursing and how she recognized the signs of burnout

🔥 The moment she realized she needed to make a change

🏗️ How she built The Burned Out Nurse Practitioner and her NP Charting School

📈 Scaling her side hustle past six figures while still working full-time

🤯 The biggest mistake nurses make when trying to escape burnout

🚀 Tips for starting and growing an online business

💡 Why coaching and mentorship are key (but not a magic bullet)

💸 The financial realities of NP salaries vs. side hustles

🔄 How being “non-compliant” with the status quo changed her life

📲 Connect with Erica D.:

Instagram: @burnedoutnp

Youtube : @burnedoutnp

Website: burnedoutnp.com

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🚀 Ready to Start Your Own Side Hustle? If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a fellow nurse looking to break free from burnout and build something amazing!

Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome & Introductions – Meet Erica D. 

02:30 Erica’s Nursing Journey: From Med-Surg to NP

05:00 Recognizing Burnout and the Signs to Watch For

08:15 How the Pandemic Fueled NP Burnout Even More

10:45 The Birth of The Burned Out Nurse Practitioner

13:30 The #1 Cause of Work-Life Imbalance for NPs

15:45 Building a Side Hustle While Working Full-Time 

20:30 Why Many NPs Are Returning to the Bedside 

25:00 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Business 

28:15 The Role of Coaching & Investing in Yourself 

35:00 Erica’s Daily Schedule Balancing Work & Business 

40:00 Tips for Anyone Looking to Start a Side Hustle 

45:00 Where to Find Erica & Final Thoughts

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