The Nurse Coach Collective

Freedom doesn’t pay the bills—until it does. And even before it does, it pays in energy, alignment, and peace. In this inspiring episode, Heather sits down with Nurse Coach and Nurse Practitioner Karina Hammon, who shares her journey of breaking free from burnout, food and alcohol dependence, and the traditional healthcare mold. Karina opens up about how personal grief and a deep desire for change...

In this episode, I (Peter) sit down with the amazing Karri Willy , a board-certified nurse coach who built a thriving private practice in rural Vermont — without a website, without a social following, and without playing by the “rules.” Instead, she’s built her business through powerful, face-to-face conversations, invitations from the heart, and a deep commitment to showing up — even when it feel...

Nurses, Nurse Coaches—ready for part four? In today’s episode, Peter and I are answering all your burning questions in the last part of our Q&A series. We dive into the toughest truths we've had to accept about ourselves as leaders, the business failure that nearly broke us (and the lessons we learned from it), and how we're both still working on finding that sweet spot between work, l...

Nurses, Nurse Coaches—ready for part three? In this episode, Peter and I are answering your most personal questions about what health, wellness, and daily life really look like for us—outside of the coaching room and off Instagram. We’re talking about everything from lifting heavy weights (and why Peter doesn’t anymore), to cold plunges, plant-based eating, parenting while running a business, and...

Nurses, Nurse Coaches—ready for part two? You asked, we answered. This episode is another round of pure, unfiltered Q&A—straight from your questions in the Facebook group. And today, we’re talking about some of the most real, raw moments in our journey as Nurse Coaches. We’re diving into what it feels like to stall out, how we get back on track, the mistakes we made early in our practice, and...

Nurses & Nurse Coaches… welcome to the Ask Us Anything series! We’re kicking off this special Q&A-style episode—one of four in a series—where Peter and I answer your most-asked questions straight from our community. This first part dives deep into: How we discovered Nurse Coaching (spoiler: it wasn’t me who found it first!) What it really took to leave the ICU and start The Nurse Coach Col...

Working from anywhere you want while traveling is the dream for many; and for a lot of Nurse Coaches, this dream is not just a possibility, it’s a reality! Starting your own Nurse Coaching private business is the best way to achieve freedom, and not just freedom to travel. Freedom to be with your family, freedom to pursue your dreams and hobbies, and most importantly, freedom to truly live your li...

If you’re a Nurse Coach who dreads the sales part of your practice, you are not alone. Most of us weren’t taught how to talk about money, let alone ask for it with confidence. And because of that, sales can feel clunky and nerve-wracking, especially when your heart is in the work and not in closing deals.  But it doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode, we share our own very real fears around...

Marketing can feel really intimidating for Nurse Coaches. Many assume they won’t be good at it because they haven't studied it in school, they lack experience, or they’re unsure how to convey their passion effectively. We’ve all been there. The idea of marketing can feel like something you need special training for, and it’s easy to think you’ll never quite get the hang of it. But here’s what...

Are you stuck in the fear of not being able to find clients for your Nurse Coaching practice?  It’s one of the biggest hurdles we see new Nurse Coaches face—and we get it, it’s nerve-wracking. But we’re here to help you get over that fear. In this episode, we break down how to shift your mindset from scarcity to abundance and share how you can start creating clients rather than chasing them. With...

Starting a Nurse Coaching practice feels daunting, especially when you’re unsure about the business side. After all, you went to nursing school, NOT business school. But don’t let that scare you; you don’t need to know everything about business to build a thriving private practice. Because the secret to success isn’t knowing the ins and outs of running a business—it’s simply mastering your coachin...

We’re launching our biggest mission yet: training 10,000 Nurse Coaches in one year. Bold? Yes. Necessary? Absolutely. If you’re a nurse feeling stuck or questioning the system, this episode is for you. You’ll hear why now is the time, how we’ve restructured everything—our platform, pricing, and community—and what’s possible when we stop working in silos and start moving together. Plus: a first loo...

Nurses, are you always feeling stressed and anxious? Do you get that pit in your stomach every time you think about going to work? Then we’ve got some news for you: you might be experiencing burnout.  Many nurses find themselves burnt out, and that’s not because they’re weak or don’t know how to take care of themselves—it’s because they— YOU— are part of a system that’s designed to squeeze every d...

Nurses, Nurse Coaches, it’s time for some honestly: our healthcare system isn’t broken. It’s doing exactly what it was built to do—manage illness, not create real health. And if you’re as tired of this as we are, then trust us, you don’t want to miss this week’s episode of The Nurse Coach Collective podcast. In it, we’re saying out loud what so many of us have kept inside for way too long and pull...

The healthcare system isn’t broken; it’s doing exactly what it was built to do. And it’s keeping nurses and patients trapped in the process. If you’ve ever looked around and thought, “There has to be more to nursing than this,” then you’re right and this episode is for you. In it, we pull back the curtain on a hard truth: the current healthcare model is designed to maintain illness, not foster tru...

Many nurses find themselves stuck in a broken healthcare system with no light at the end of the tunnel—or so they think.  If you’ve ever felt like you needed to make a bigger impact as an RN, this is the episode for you. In it, we share with you some pretty big news (that could push you to take the next steps you need to change your life): the Nurse Coach Collective has just hit an amazing milesto...

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the idea of starting your own private practice, or thought, “I could never make this happen on my own,”  then this episode is for you. In it, we share with you some great news: our $3,000 Nurse Coach Business Accelerator is now included for FREE with our Nurse Coaching program! Pretty exciting, right? We believe you should have the tools and resources to achieve...

The healthcare system is failing our nation; today, people are sicker than ever and more and more nurses find themselves overworked, overstressed, and criminally underpaid. So, if all of this speaks to you—if you’re a nurse who’s feeling burnt out or disconnected from the impact of their work, then you might want to give this episode a listen.  In it, we offer you a better option (not just for you...

Are you looking to reignite your passion and purpose as a Nurse Coach? This week’s episode of The Nurse Coach Collective is exactly what you need. Our recent 3-day Nurse Coach conference was more than just an event—it was a transformative experience that has left us and our guests feeling inspired to do more, be more, and take our journey to new heights. Listen in to today’s episode as we break do...

Are you looking to increase your freedom and flexibility as a Nurse Coach? Then remote work might be the answer you’re looking for. Our career shift from hospital-based nursing to remote Nurse Coaching has given us the freedom to travel, spend more time with our loved ones, show up for life’s greatest moments, and live a life that’s more aligned with our personal values––and it can do the same for...

Are you struggling with confidence as a new Nurse Coach? We want you to know, you’re not alone. It’s completely natural to have doubts and fears when starting a new journey in your career––what matters most is working through those anxieties and not letting them take over. In this week’s episode of The Nurse Coach Collective podcast, we’ll be sharing with you our number one way to do just that. Ar...

Building a Nurse Coaching business can feel intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be! We’ve guided thousands of nurses through this journey, and in this episode, we share the four things you need to succeed in business as a Nurse Coach. Skip the guesswork, avoid common mistakes, and learn the proven path to success as a Nurse Coach. Let’s dive in! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Why you need to...

Have you ever wondered if Nurse Coaching is the right side hustle for you?  Wonder no more! If you’re a Registered Nurse, Nurse Coaching is not just a great side hustle—it’s the ultimate one. With simplicity, low financial commitment, and minimal pressure, Nurse Coaching is accessible to every nurse, even without prior business experience. And the benefits? They’re huge. In this week’s episode of...

The year is slowly but surely coming to an end. To celebrate another trip around the sun, we've decided to re-release the most downloaded episode of 2023!  If you’ve been wondering how to become a Board-Certified Nurse Coach, this episode is for you. In it, we’ll walk you through everything (and we mean everything) you need to know to move on from being a nurse to becoming a Nurse Coach – in l...

In this powerful interview, Nicole Lohonen shares her deeply moving story of overcoming nurse burnout and her revival through Nurse Coaching. With a rich 14-year background in nursing, Nicole is now pioneering a new path in healthcare, infusing Nurse Coaching at its core. She's actively creating a Nurse Coaching department in her hospital, witnessing its transformative impact firsthand. Join u...