Welcome to Take Charge with Dr. Chichi™, a show built to help you rise from burnout, walk in faith, and create a life of purpose-driven financial freedom. In this very first episode, Dr. Chichi sits down with Dr. Michael Ogbonna, PharmD, visionary leader, and the very first person she shared this dream with, and a mentor who inspired her to take the first step. Together, they unpack the inspiration behind the podcast, the reality of burnout in healthcare, and how faith, mentorship, and financial clarity can transform your life. Together, they explore how a divine prompting, a heart burdened by burnout, and a call to empower others sparked a movement. In this episode, we talk about: • The emotional and spiritual moment that birthed the podcast • Why nurses and healthcare professionals are silently burning out • The power of support, mentorship, and community • How faith and financial clarity work hand-in-hand to restore purpose • What to expect from future episodes About the Host: Dr. Chichi O’Koli, DNP-Ed, MSN-HI, RN, is a seasoned nurse, educator, clinical informatics specialist, and licensed financial professional, with 35 years in healthcare. Through her brand and business, she equips burned-out nurses and leaders with tools to rise, reset, and take charge of their purpose and future. Through coaching, content, and original tools like the Burnout Barometer™, she empowers nurses and leaders to take back control of their lives, careers, and finances. Subscribe for weekly episodes and inspiration to TAKE CHARGE. Follow & Subscribe: Subscribe for weekly episodes on burnout recovery, leadership, real conversations, breakthrough moments, and faith-fueled strategies. Resources & Links: Email: beempowereda@gmail.com.

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Self-Care Revolution – Top Mistakes Overwhelmed Nurses Make (and How to Avoid Them). In this powerful episode of Take Charge with Dr. Chichi, we welcome Audrey Boyce, nurse, author, wellness coach, and founder of Audrey Boyce Leadership & Wellness Coaching. Audrey opens up about the reality of nurse burnout and the top 10 mistakes overwhelmed nurses often make that sabotage their well-being and career longevity. Drawing from her groundbreaking book Top 10 Mistakes Overwhelmed Nurses Make and her Empowering Nurses Through Self-Care Workbook, Audrey provides practical strategies, empowering reflections, and heartfelt encouragement to help nurses take charge of their lives physically, emotionally, and financially. In This Episode, We Discuss: • What led Audrey to write her book and start her wellness coaching practice • How burnout impacted her personally and professionally • Common traps nurses fall into, and how to avoid them • The role of faith, boundaries, and intentional rest • A blueprint for self-care that actually works Whether you’re a nurse or a healthcare professional on the brink or simply looking for a better way to thrive, this episode is a must-watch.

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Breaking the Silence – A Young Nurse’s Journey Through Burnout and Creativity. In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Take Charge with Dr. Chichi, we sit down with Nkem Otaluka, a passionate young nurse who began her nursing career in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Nkem shares her raw and honest journey through the emotional weight of caregiving, the episodes of burnout she faced, and how she turned to creativity as a powerful outlet and tool for healing. This conversation is for every nurse, healthcare worker, or professional who has ever felt overwhelmed, exhausted, or uncertain about the path forward. Nkem’s courage to speak up and her story of transformation will inspire you to reflect, heal, and take charge of your own well-being. Topics We Cover: • What it was like starting a nursing career during a global crisis • Early signs of burnout and how she recognized them • The intersection of mental health and creativity • Why speaking up matters, even when it feels scary • How to find purpose again after burnout Tune in and be encouraged to take charge of your story. Don’t forget to like, comment, share, and subscribe to stay updated on upcoming episodes! #TakeChargeWithDrChichi #BurnoutToBreakthrough #NurseVoices #MentalHealthAwareness #YoungNurseStories #HealingThroughCreativity

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