PA the FI Way

PA the FI Way

Hosted by: Kat, PA-C

Becoming a physician assistant (PA) is difficult. But becoming a PA on the way to financial independence (FI) shouldn’t be. Allow the PA the FI Way podcast to be your guide to becoming a physician assistant on the way...

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Episodes

112 | What an 85 Year Harvard Study Can Teach You About Health and Happiness

Did you know that Harvard has been conducting a study for 85 years now? This study is called the Harvard Study of Adult Development, and it has shown some interesting things about health and happiness. Perhaps to your...
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111 | What You Need to Know About Noncompete Agreements

You very likely either have seen or will see noncompete clauses come up when you're reviewing contracts throughout your career. What are noncompete agreements? Should you sign a contract with a noncompete clause in...
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110 | Interviewing Tips and Strategies

It doesn't matter if you're a new grad or an experienced healthcare provider, you very likely have some anxiety when you're preparing for an upcoming job interview. You may even feel more anxious when you're in the...
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109 | 5 Reasons Why Women Are Better Investors

Women often feel intimidated and overwhelmed when learning about investing and financial literacy. I used to feel that way! However, studies have shown that women actually tend to be better investors compared to men....
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108 | How to Talk With Your Spouse About Finances

My husband was finally able to join as a guest on the podcast for this episode! We share about how we were clueless when it came to finances early in our relationship, how we made financial mistakes, and how we are...
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107 | The Drawbacks of Financial Independence (And the Solutions to Help)

While there are so many potential benefits to pursuing and reaching financial independence (hello, work being optional!), it is important to also consider the few potential drawbacks that may come with it. Learn what...
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106 | How to Begin Your Job Search in PA School (And How to Job Search Throughout Your Career)

As a PA student, there are different ways that you can begin your job search right now for your first PA role while you are still in PA school. In this episode, a few important things to search for in your first PA...
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105 | How to Take Care of Your Mental Health In PA School

PA school is TOUGH. You're learning so much information at once, the stakes are high, and the pressure feels intense. PA school can take a toll on your confidence, your friendships, your relationships, your physical...
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104 | Remote Informatics PA and Remote Oncology NP Millionaire Couple: Interview with Wilson, PA-C and Stephanie, NP

If you want to be inspired on your way to financial independence (FI) as a physician associate (PA) or another healthcare professional such as a nurse practitioner (NP), then you need to take a listen to this episode!...
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103 | Financial Steps to Take as a PA Student

If you're fortunate enough to learn about financial independence before PA school or during PA school, there are actually steps you can start taking to develop good personal finance habits even as a broke grad...
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102 | How to Switch From a W2 Job to a 1099 Job

Both W2 and 1099 jobs have pros and cons as reviewed back in episode 099. But what are all of the steps involved once you decide that you want to work as an independent contractor in a 1099 position as a PA or other...
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101 | 7 Benefits of Telemedicine for Patients and Providers

Telemedicine offers many advantages to both the patients and the healthcare providers that utilize it. Many physician associates, nurse practitioners, and physicians use telemedicine, as well as mental health...
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