MoneyRx for CRNAs
Go behind the scenes with host Brett Fellows, CFP®, as he explores the unique opportunities and challenges facing Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists along the path to financial independence. In each episode, Brett shares expert insights and actionable advice, equipping you with the tools you need to take control of your financial destiny and retire on your terms.
MoneyRx for CRNAs
Sarah Wild CRNA: Building a Wildly Authentic Life as an Entrepreneur
Sarah Wild proves you can build a thriving career as a CRNA while staying true to your values and priorities.
In this special CRNA Spotlight episode, Sarah shares her journey from being number 9 of 11 kids in a small town to becoming a successful CRNA, entrepreneur, content creator, and mother of three. All while maintaining what she calls "wildly authentic" living.
We explore:
- How Sarah and her husband lived on less than $30,000 during CRNA school without going into debt for living expenses
- The defining moment that made her want to become a CRNA (spoiler: it involved a code blue)
- Why she chose lifestyle flexibility over maximum income when selecting her first CRNA position
- Her approach to social media and content creation that prioritizes authenticity over quick monetization
- The business mistakes that nearly led to lawsuits and what she learned about contracts
- How she and her husband Lance make financial decisions together, including their unconventional approach to investing in their dream home
- Her advice for burned-out CRNAs: "Go back to the drawing board and write down what you want in life"
Key Timestamps:
- (0:00) Welcome & Sarah's background
- (2:05) Growing up as #9 of 11 kids and early work ethic
- (3:09) The code blue moment that changed everything
- (3:53) Living simply through CRNA school on $30K/year
- (6:23) The accidental journey into social media and entrepreneurship
- (8:44) Building an authentic platform vs. chasing quick money
- (10:39) Choosing lifestyle over maximum salary
- (14:15) The business mistakes that taught expensive lessons
- (17:53) Building their dream home as an investment in family
- (20:40) Financial partnership with her husband Lance
- (27:31) The Wildly Authentic Podcast
- (31:36) Advice for burned-out CRNAs seeking authentic success
Whether you're a CRNA looking to diversify beyond clinical work or anyone seeking to build an authentic, values-driven career, Sarah's story offers practical wisdom and inspiration.
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