EP #216: You’re Certified – Now What? Building Confidence as a New Nurse Coach
After the excitement of becoming a Board Certified Nurse Coach, many coaches hit an unexpected wave of uncertainty. In this episode, Laura and Shelby break down the messy middle that happens right after certification: the “am I doing this right,” the fear of visibility, and the pressure to suddenly have everything figured out. They share what actually matters in these early stages, why slow and steady progress builds long term success, and how to create momentum without burning out or expecting perfection. This conversation is grounding, practical, and a permission slip to breathe, soften, and take the next small step instead of trying to leap into a fully formed business overnight.
Things to remember:
- Certification is the beginning, not the final destination. Feeling uncertain afterward is completely normal.
- You do not need a perfect plan. You just need consistent action and willingness to learn as you go.
- Wobbliness is part of the process. Confidence comes from reps, not readiness.
- Visibility grows slowly. You do not have to show up everywhere at once.
- Community support matters. You build faster and stay grounded when you are not doing it alone.
- You already have what you need to start. The next step is always small, doable, and right in front of you.
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