Thinking of leaving nursing? Here’s why becoming an online healthcare professional is a great career path for you.
Hello, nurse!
Tired of working 12-hour night shifts, missing family events and dreading your job?
You probably already know this, but you’re not alone.
To put it into perspective, 62% of nurses reported experiencing burnout in 2023. [1]
That is a HIGH number.
The point is, you got into this job because you want to help people!
But somewhere along the way… those demanding hours combined with the emotionally draining work make you feel like you have nothing left to give.
If you’re thinking about throwing in the towel but wish you could rekindle the fire you once felt to help others, we’ve got good news!
There is another path that allows you to help people in one deeper levelwhile also having more freedom to plan your work around your life, instead of the other way around.
What is this;!
Wellness Entrepreneurship
AKA starting your own online business as a Functional Health Professional or Coach.
Being a wellness entrepreneur allows you to:
- Work from your home office, couch or anywhere in the world. They say bye long commutes and need approval to take that family road trip!
- Schedule your days as you wish. Do you want to get down to business after you get the kids off to school and start a workout class? It is not a problem!
- Break free from the conventional medical system. Take a holistic approach and suggest dietary changes before Medication.
- Join a profitable industry. Where your income is not limited and opportunities for financial success are abundant.
A little skeptical?
We get it, but stay with us…
If we haven’t met, we are Functional Diagnostic Nutrition!
We’ve helped thousands of people from diverse backgrounds around the world start and grow profitable, freedom-filled online health and wellness businesses.
With the right training, Anyone can be a successful wellness entrepreneur. But in the 10+ years we’ve been doing this thing, We’ve noticed in particular that nurses make a seamless (and impressive) transition into this career.
It’s no accident!
In this blog, we will talk about why YOU, as a nurse, innately possess the skills needed to be a highly successful wellness entrepreneur – and how to get started.
1. Deep Understanding of Health.
Let’s start with something you know well: health.
As a nurse, you have a wealth of knowledge about the human body. Remember all those human anatomy and physiology exams? Yes, most people don’t understand these things!
You know the body systems.
You know how they work together.
You know how things like food, sleep and stress affect people.
This makes you uniquely qualified to create comprehensive wellness protocols and offer valuable advice. And, it puts you light years ahead of most wellness entrepreneurs out there!
Here’s the thing –
When you become a functional health practitioner, you delve into your client’s biology to understand underlying health issues behind their symptoms.
For example, let’s say a client comes to you with debilitating brain fog and mood swings. You’ll have to look under the hood to find out Why this happens.
How;
⭐At Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN), we offer world-class functional laboratory training where you’ll learn how to interpret data from functional testing and apply it to create personalized nutrition and lifestyle protocols for each client.
Exciting stuff, right?
Let’s talk about some other reasons why you would make a great wellness entrepreneur.
2. Strong Communication Skills.
As a health coach or professional, Your knowledge is worthless if you don’t know how to communicate effectively with people.
Have you ever spoken to a service provider who may also have spoken a foreign language?
You can be a full health wizard…but if you don’t know how to clearly explain why it’s important to your clients, they’ll struggle to get real results.
Demonstrating strong customer communication skills includes:
- Actively listening to their concerns
- Be curious and always ask “why”
- Parsing complex medical language
- Providing information with honesty and empathy
As a nurse, you have a lot of experience with all of this!
It’s your job to explain complex medical terms and procedures in ways your patients can understand.
When you become a functional health professional or coach, this skill will be invaluable in your intake and consultation sessions with clients, as well as when you start marketing your business online (writing articles, social media posts, etc.).
3. Problem solving skills.
When was the last time you had to make a quick decision under pressure?
Just yesterday;
And the day before that, and the day before that, and so on?
Let’s be real…as a nurse, you are NO stranger to being kept on your toes!
When a patient suddenly has a problem, it can be life-threatening. You have to be adaptable and find solutions – fast.
This will serve you extremely well as a business owner.
Every day presents new challenges, from:
- Customer management
- Technology troubleshooting
- Streamlining your processes
- Manage your budget
- Create content to promote your business
But don’t worry – it’s nothing you can’t handle!
Especially when you have resources at your fingertips.
As an FDN Professional (FDNP), you have access to a growing community of health experts and entrepreneurs working to build successful 6-figure businesses by your side so you’re never alone.
Plus, you have regular opportunities to connect with mentors and clinical advisors who can help you overcome any challenge!
4. Organizational Skills.
As a business owner, time management she is a superpower. One that is rare to come by!
But for you?
Juggling multiple patients, tasks and responsibilities on the go has always been part of the job description.
You are a master at ensuring that all aspects of patient care are meticulously managed – from conducting patient assessments to monitoring vital signs and maintaining accurate records.
When working with clients, you will not only have to monitor the progress of your clients, but you will also have to manage the business side of things.
This includes:
- Business functions
- Marketing
- Taxes
- Financially
- Team members (if you choose to hire an assistant, health coach, etc.)
When you sign up to FDN program, you will receive in-depth training on how to manage clients. Plus, you’ll also get access to resources that help you build a solid foundation for your business and get things done every day.
5. Passion for helping others.
Last but not least…
YOU are a perfect fit for wellness entrepreneurship because you have a genuine desire to improve people’s lives.
You want to help.
You want to make an impact.
You just don’t want to sacrifice your health and happiness to do so.
And that’s the greatest gift of wellness entrepreneurship, man.
You can help others – family, friends, anyone! – transform their health and life, transforming and protecting your own.
In fact, within our program, students run functional labs on their own FIRST so they can use the FDN methodology to improve their own health before helping others.
Why;
#1. We believe the best way to learn is to do.
#2. We walk the talk.
We have found that the reason why FDN professionals are not only very successful, but also very passionate for what they do is because have experienced the power of this method for themselves.
Transition from Nursing to Wellness Entrepreneurship.
Are you ready to take the first step?
We cheer you on!
Your next step is to get certified.
But you don’t want to go with just any certification program!
There are a LOT of options out there. All have their own pros and cons depending on your goals. For example, not every program teaches you how to interpret functional labs.
This blog provides guidance on how to choose the best one.
Are you ready for it!
You might not know it…but the fact is, you’ve been preparing for wellness entrepreneurship your entire nursing career!
Don’t believe us?
I hear this conversation with four registered nurses on why they chose to become Functional Diagnostic Nutritionists (and why they love it).
Want to connect with healthcare professionals like you who are considering making the leap? Join the FREE FDN Insiders community. You will receive exclusive content to help you easily start and grow your online healthcare practice.
