Episode 106 - Show Notes

In this episode, Christal sits down with Megan Walsh, a New Jersey-based nurse and the creative force behind the thriving Etsy shop, Megan’s Menagerie.

What started as a stress-relieving hobby during nursing school evolved into a full-fledged side hustle bringing in over $9,800/month - all while Megan continues working part-time as a nurse.

Megan opens up about how her background in nursing and her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic led her to rediscover her passion for hands-on creativity.

She shares the journey of turning aromatic eucalyptus and floral wall decor into a profitable business, how she manages her time between hospital shifts and order fulfilment, and why nurses need a financial fallback - especially during uncertain times like union strikes.

Here are the highlights:

Megan's Nursing Career and Initial Business Ventures (1:51)

Transition to Eucalyptus and Floral Wall Decor (10:46)

Challenges and Successes on Etsy (13:29)

Marketing and Customer Engagement (20:16)

Advice for Aspiring Nurse Entrepreneurs (23:15)

Connect with Megan:

Etsy

Instagram

Connect with Kiiyonna and Christal:

Kiiyonna's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sidepreneur_nurse/

Christal's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/christalpthehormonenp

Nurse Boss Mob Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2906101896370538

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/kiiyonna/

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@sidepreneurrn?lang=en

In this episode, we dive deep into the realities of balancing entrepreneurship with family life, especially when navigating expectations, sacrifices, and partner support.

We share personal stories of out own career transitions, including how our families reacted when we first announced our business dreams - and the emotional rollercoaster that followed.

From financial sacrifices to shifting priorities and dealing with unsupportive partners, we explore what it really takes to pursue your calling while managing home life.

Whether you're a nurse thinking about starting a business or already on your entrepreneurial path, this episode offers practical insights, hard-earned wisdom, and a dose of motivation to keep going - especially when it gets hard.

Here are the highlights:

Family Support and Personal Experiences (5:16)

Balancing Business and Personal Life (5:50)

Partner Support and Sacrifices (13:08)

Personal Development and Financial Priorities (20:12)

Navigating Marriage and Entrepreneurship (23:30)

Connect with Kiiyonna and Christal:

Kiiyonna's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sidepreneur_nurse/

Christal's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/christalpthehormonenp

Nurse Boss Mob Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2906101896370538

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/kiiyonna/

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@sidepreneurrn?lang=en

In this episode, we’re diving into a topic we’re deeply passionate about: why age is not a barrier to entrepreneurship.

Whether you're 40, 50, or even 60+, we’re sharing real stats, lived experiences, and honest encouragement to remind you that your experience, maturity, and patience are massive assets in business.

We talk redefining success, overcoming fear, blending old-school grit with new tech like AI, and why this might be exactly the right time for you to start that business you’ve been thinking about.

You’re not too late - you’re right on time.

Here are the highlights:

Experience and Success in Entrepreneurship (2:17)

Redefining Success with Age (7:14)

Opportunities for Older Entrepreneurs (10:14)

Encouragement for Older Entrepreneurs (13:47

Connect with Kiiyonna and Christal:

Kiiyonna's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sidepreneur_nurse/

Christal's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/christalpthehormonenp

Nurse Boss Mob Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2906101896370538

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/kiiyonna/

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@sidepreneurrn?lang=en