Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Dr. Farah Laurent. 

A former emergency room nurse turned entrepreneur and career coach, shares her journey from bedside care to building a six-figure business helping new nurses land high-paying jobs and launch their own ventures. The conversation explores nursing as a lucrative and flexible career path, the importance of mindset, and the power of personal branding.

🔑 Key Points 💼 Career Journey & Motivation
Dr. Laurent was inspired by the TV show Trauma: Life in the E.R. to become an emergency nurse.
She worked 13 years in ER nursing, including at a Level 1 trauma center in Detroit.
Transitioned into education and leadership before launching her coaching business.

💰 Nursing as a High-Income Career
New nurses in cities like NYC and Northern California can earn $100K–$175K starting salaries.
National average is around $70K, but opportunities vary by region and specialization.
Nurse anesthetists can earn $200K–$300K+.

“New graduate nurses today… are making baseline at least $100,000, up to $175K.”

🧠 Mindset & Coaching
Emphasizes abundance mindset over scarcity.
Coaches nurses on resume writing, interview prep, and personal branding.
Encourages nurses to invest in themselves through coaching and professional development.

“If I can do it, you can do it too. It all starts with an idea and the mindset.”

📈 Entrepreneurship for Nurses
Nurses are increasingly turning to consulting, coaching, and telehealth for flexibility.
Dr. Laurent founded the Nurses Making Money Moves conference and authored a workbook by the same name.
Organized her first conference in just 10 weeks, attracting 70 nurses from 20 states.

“You’re using your intellectual property—what you already know—to monetize.”

🌍 Diversity & Representation
Advocates for racial, gender, and linguistic diversity in nursing and leadership.
Notes that patient outcomes improve when care providers reflect the communities they serve.

“We need more diversity in nursing and nursing leadership to close the gaps in healthcare inequalities.”

💡 Advice for New Nurses
Get clear on your goals and ideal work environment.
Prepare thoroughly for interviews—don’t wing it.
Build a strong LinkedIn presence—95% of recruiters check it.
Negotiate: Know your worth, research salaries, and pitch your value.

“Don’t just settle. Go after what you want.”

🚩 Red Flags in Job Offers
Disorganized interview process
Unwelcoming management
High turnover
Rushed job offers without clarity on responsibilities

📣 Closing Quote

“Nurses are big problem solvers. Find the problem you want to solve and go for it.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Dr. Farah Laurent.&nbsp;
A former emergency room nurse turned entrepreneur and career coach, shares her journey from bedside care to building a six-figure business helping new nurses land high-paying jobs and launch their own ventures. The conversation explores nursing as a lucrative and flexible career path, the importance of mindset, and the power of personal branding.
<hr>
🔑 Key Points 💼 Career Journey &amp; Motivation
<ul>
<li>Dr. Laurent was inspired by the TV show Trauma: Life in the E.R. to become an emergency nurse.</li>
<li>She worked 13 years in ER nursing, including at a Level 1 trauma center in Detroit.</li>
<li>Transitioned into education and leadership before launching her coaching business.</li>
</ul>
💰 Nursing as a High-Income Career
<ul>
<li>New nurses in cities like NYC and Northern California can earn $100K&ndash;$175K starting salaries.</li>
<li>National average is around $70K, but opportunities vary by region and specialization.</li>
<li>Nurse anesthetists can earn $200K&ndash;$300K+.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;New graduate nurses today&hellip; are making baseline at least $100,000, up to $175K.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<hr>
🧠 Mindset &amp; Coaching
<ul>
<li>Emphasizes abundance mindset over scarcity.</li>
<li>Coaches nurses on resume writing, interview prep, and personal branding.</li>
<li>Encourages nurses to invest in themselves through coaching and professional development.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;If I can do it, you can do it too. It all starts with an idea and the mindset.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<hr>
📈 Entrepreneurship for Nurses
<ul>
<li>Nurses are increasingly turning to consulting, coaching, and telehealth for flexibility.</li>
<li>Dr. Laurent founded the Nurses Making Money Moves conference and authored a workbook by the same name.</li>
<li>Organized her first conference in just 10 weeks, attracting 70 nurses from 20 states.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;You&rsquo;re using your intellectual property&mdash;what you already know&mdash;to monetize.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<hr>
🌍 Diversity &amp; Representation
<ul>
<li>Advocates for racial, gender, and linguistic diversity in nursing and leadership.</li>
<li>Notes that patient outcomes improve when care providers reflect the communities they serve.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;We need more diversity in nursing and nursing leadership to close the gaps in healthcare inequalities.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<hr>
💡 Advice for New Nurses
<ol>
<li>Get clear on your goals and ideal work environment.</li>
<li>Prepare thoroughly for interviews&mdash;don&rsquo;t wing it.</li>
<li>Build a strong LinkedIn presence&mdash;95% of recruiters check it.</li>
<li>Negotiate: Know your worth, research salaries, and pitch your value.</li>
</ol>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;Don&rsquo;t just settle. Go after what you want.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<hr>
🚩 Red Flags in Job Offers
<ul>
<li>Disorganized interview process</li>
<li>Unwelcoming management</li>
<li>High turnover</li>
<li>Rushed job offers without clarity on responsibilities</li>
</ul>
<hr>
📣 Closing Quote
<blockquote>
&ldquo;Nurses are big problem solvers. Find the problem you want to solve and go for it.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!

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Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!
https://www.moneymakingconversations.com
https://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversations
https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/
https://twitter.com/moneymakingconv
https://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/

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