Nurse Advocate Entrepreneur

11/08/2025

Enjoying a peaceful weekend in my backyard with my furry friend, reflecting on how far I've come. From long ICU shifts to the rewarding journey of entrepreneurship, it's been a wild ride! Nurses, your skills are powerful—you can totally do this. Let’s connect and chat about your path to becoming a patient advocate!

11/07/2025

t's not just nurses who experience burnout; healthcare workers in general face significant challenges, and physicians encounter their own unique obstacles. This topic deserves attention, and I encourage everyone to read this insightful article on the subject. I would love to hear your feedback below. Happy Friday, everyone.

Physicians facing burnout need recognition and systemic reform rather than misplaced calls for greater resilience, which often ignore the institutional causes of their distress.

11/07/2025

Hey friends — it’s Teri Frykenberg from Nurse Advocate Entrepreneur!
A lot of people don’t know this, but I’m kind of a serial entrepreneur — I’ve started five companies! From advocacy work in Chicago to international missions in South Africa and Nigeria, my heart has always been in social justice.

And today, the biggest social justice issue I see is right here in America — healthcare. Too many people are falling through the cracks: seniors, immigrants, and anyone without support.

That’s why I teach and train nurses how to start their own patient advocacy companies — because we need more advocates now than ever.

If you’ve ever thought about becoming a professional patient advocate, let’s talk!
👉 Book a call today to learn more.

11/05/2025

Feeling grateful this pre-Thanksgiving season! 🍂

Over the past 15 years, my journey in professional patient advocacy has been nothing short of transformative. I’m thrilled to announce that we’ll soon host a webinar on how to market your advocacy practice. If you’ve ever considered pivoting into this rewarding field, this is for you! Let’s embrace the season of gratitude and growth together.
Stay tuned for more details!

11/04/2025

Hey everyone!
Lately, I've been chatting with a lot of nurse managers, and it's clear that healthcare is tough right now. Many of them are stuck in the middle, trying to balance staff needs with the bottom line, and it's taking a toll.
If you're in that boat, why not think about switching gears to patient advocacy? You’ve got the skills and the heart, and I’m here to help you turn that into a fulfilling and profitable career. Let’s chat about how we can make a real difference!

11/03/2025

I had a productive mentoring session this morning with one of my students. It's rewarding to guide them through challenging client cases and introduce them to alternative approaches in healthcare. Our mentorship program focuses on ongoing support, community, and growth…..Add in the background sound of dogs snoring and it makes the experience even more enjoyable!

11/02/2025

🌟 Empowering Healthcare Advocates! 🌟
I'm deeply grateful to mentor and train doctors and nurses who are looking to pivot into healthcare advocacy. Through my masterclasses and mentorship, I help these professionals leverage their expertise to navigate the complex healthcare landscape and make a real difference for patients.
In our latest masterclass, we even had a social media expert share strategies to boost your practice's growth online. It's truly rewarding to see the lightbulb moments and the transformation in these passionate professionals.
If you're a healthcare professional feeling burnt out and looking for a new path, let's connect! Book a call with me today, and let's explore how you can thrive in this rewarding role!

10/31/2025

This Halloween, let’s shed light on the real scares in nursing. 👻 From physical and emotional challenges to the trauma faced in hospitals, nurses truly deserve better. If you’re a nurse who's been through these struggles, consider a fresh start in 2026 as a private patient advocate. You deserve a career that prioritizes your well-being. Reach out today and let’s make 2026 your best year yet! 🎃✨

10/30/2025

Sometimes you just have to lean into who you are. 😊
Someone recently called me “the grandma of professional patient advocacy,” and honestly — I’ll take it!
After nearly 40 years in ICU nursing and over a decade mentoring advocates, I’ve learned that wisdom, balance, and a touch of “grandma energy” go a long way. These days, I’m grateful for the chance to guide nurses and clinicians who are ready to build their own independent patient advocacy practices — and skip the early mistakes I made.
So, if you’re looking for a little seasoned guidance (and maybe some garden and decorating talk on the side), I’d love to connect. 💙