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SMW Group LLC / Sharon M. Weinstein

We are the go-to resource for work/life integration, stress management, negotiation skills, and diagnostic thinking!

First imagine what life would be like if you could truly live a balanced life :
- One with a sense of purpose
- One that empowered you to feel healthy, vibrant and full of energy
- One that allowed you to create a better life for your family – one that allowed you and our loved ones to fulfill your shared dreams for prosperity and a life without limits. Someone, somewhere – is going to set out on a pathway to success and reach beyond their dreams to change their lives. Do you believe in your dreams, and are you ready to shift your paradigm and embrace life-work balance with energy, enthusiasm, good health, and a quality of life that is unsurpassed? SMW Group has the strategies, solutions, and systems to lead the way. Our energy and enthusiasm come from both our commitment to this cause and our passion about people.

10/21/2025

Are you or ?

Too often, speaking up is mislabeled as complaining. But advocacy is the foundation of safe, supportive workplaces. Nurses who raise concerns are innovators at heart, spotting what needs to change.

When managers listen, creativity flourishes. When they silence, grows. The question is: "Will we champion nurse voices or dismiss them?"

I believe every nurse deserves to be heard. I’ve devoted my career to amplifying those voices through thought leadership, , and .

👉 Let’s talk about creating cultures where advocacy is celebrated, not criticized. And if you’re seeking a speaker to inspire that shift, I’d love to help.

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10/07/2025

Teaming vs. Teams in Nursing and Healthcare

In healthcare, we often talk about “teams,” but the real magic happens in teaming—a dynamic, flexible approach that allows professionals to collaborate in real-time across disciplines, settings, and patient needs.

A team is a fixed group with clear roles, often working together over time. But teaming is what happens when nurses, physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals rapidly coordinate care—often without prior experience working together. It requires psychological safety, trust, and a shared commitment to patient outcomes.

In today’s complex healthcare environment, rigid teams alone aren’t enough. Nurses must fluidly adapt, collaborating across units, responding to crises, and embracing continuous learning. This is especially critical in high-stakes settings like emergency rooms, ICUs, and home care, where patients’ needs evolve rapidly.

Leaders must foster a culture of teaming—where communication, mutual respect, and adaptability are prioritized. Investing in interdisciplinary training, mentorship, and real-time problem-solving skills strengthens our ability to deliver seamless, high-quality care.

Healthcare isn’t just about who is on the team—it’s about how we work together in the moment. Strong teaming isn’t an option; it’s a necessity.

Ask Yourself at the End of This:
1. How do I contribute to effective teaming in my daily practice?
2. What barriers do I notice that prevent seamless teaming in my workplace?
3. How can I encourage a culture of teaming within my organization or unit?

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09/30/2025

Becoming an Expert: Is the Game Changer

Want to grow faster in your role? Stop chasing every new idea. Start diagnosing the right ones.

Real mastery comes from diagnostic thinking: understanding the root cause, not just the symptoms. That’s how you move from “knowing more” to “thinking differently.”

Whether it’s a clinical challenge or a leadership decision, ask: What’s the real issue here? Is it new—or just poorly defined?

And here’s the secret: don’t go it alone.

Small, vetted thinking groups can help you sharpen your lens, test ideas, and apply insights in the real world. Mastery is a team sport.

💬 Call to action: Are you part of a thinking group or peer cohort that challenges you? Drop a comment with your favorite insight—or DM me if you’re building one. Let’s think differently, together.

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09/23/2025

Leading Through Change Without Losing Your Team

is hard. Leading through it is harder.

Resistance. Confusion. Fatigue. Sound familiar?

In healthcare, we’re constantly adapting—but how we do it determines whether our people stay engaged or burned out. Effective change leadership starts with empathy, clarity, and co-creation—not just memos and mandates.

Have you tried to bring voices into the process early? Do you create space for feedback—even when it’s tough to hear?

If your change plan doesn’t have your people’s fingerprints on it, it may never stick.

💬 Call to action: What’s one tool or mindset shift that helped you lead change more effectively? Let’s crowdsource what works.

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09/16/2025

Career Growth Starts with Conversations That Count

Are your team members clear on where they’re going—and how to get there?

Career development can’t be left to chance. In healthcare, where burnout is high, clear growth paths are retention gold. Whether it’s aligning goals, offering mentorship, or helping someone step into a stretch role—support matters.

Regular 1:1 check-ins, personal development plans, and internal upskilling programs can drive motivation and engagement.

Here’s the key: more than you tell. Help team members uncover their “why” before handing them a “how.”

Call to action: What’s your #1 strategy for career development right now? Share it in the comments—or tag someone who’s helped you grow.

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09/01/2025

Honoring the Hands, Hearts, and Minds That Keep Us Moving |

Today, we pause to recognize the contributions of the workforce—those who show up, step up, and keep our systems, organizations, and communities running.

From the hospital floors to the factory floors, from classrooms to boardrooms—Labor Day reminds us that every role matters.

In healthcare, especially, we see the weight people carry. Long shifts. Emotional toll. And yet—resilience, compassion, and commitment continue to shine.

As leaders, it’s not just about thanking people today. It’s about:

✅ Creating environments where people can thrive
✅ Respecting work-life integration
✅ Prioritizing well-being—not just productivity
✅ Elevating voices that often go unheard

Let’s celebrate labor not just as effort—but as purpose.

👏 To every nurse, technician, administrator, support staff member, innovator, and leader—thank you. You are the backbone of our progress.

to action: How are you recognizing your team this Labor Day? Drop a note of gratitude or a story of someone who makes your workplace better. Let’s shine a light on the people who do the work that matters most.

To all who celebrate, Happy Labor Day!

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08/28/2025

I'm so excited to announce that I'll be speaking at TEDxUStreetWomen 2025 Conference! This is more than a talk - it's a chance to share an idea that I hope will inspire and spark change. Mark your calendars for November 3, and join me in Washington, DC!

08/26/2025

Are You Building or Blocking Leadership Growth?

Leadership doesn’t develop by accident. It requires space, support, and sponsorship.

But in healthcare, too many emerging leaders get stuck—no time, no mentorship, no clarity.

How do you create clear, accessible pathways for leadership? Whether it’s coaching programs, rotation assignments, or peer-led mentorship, investing in leadership is investing in the future.

The best leaders don’t just lead—they lift.

What barriers have you broken? What systems have helped someone on your team rise?

💬 Call to action: Tag someone who helped you grow as a leader—or share a program you’re proud of. Let’s celebrate and elevate leadership development across healthcare.

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08/19/2025

In Part 3, we explore how co-design empowers nurses to shape residency programs that drive belonging, trust, and retention.

Co-Designing Retention—The Future of Nurse Residency

Retention isn’t a checklist—it’s a relationship. And relationships are built through trust, empathy, and shared ownership.

In Part 3, we look at what happens when design thinking isn’t just a method—it’s a mindset across the entire residency experience.

Imagine a residency program where new nurses help shape the curriculum in real time. Where they co-define success, provide continuous feedback, and participate in designing solutions to real barriers, like workload, confidence gaps, or support breakdowns.

That’s not just a retention strategy—it’s cultural transformation.

When nurses are invited to the table early, they feel valued. And people stay where they feel they matter.

Co-design doesn’t require complex tools—it requires listening. It requires leadership willing to ask:
What’s getting in the way of your growth? How can we help?

We don’t have to guess what nurses need—we can build it with them.

The future of nurse residency isn’t more structure—it’s more shared power.
Because nurses don’t just want to be trained. They want to be trusted.

08/14/2025

There’s something truly joyful about being part of a project that brings so many amazing voices together. Getting to contribute to this collection of jaw-dropping true stories from some of the world’s top professional speakers was a highlight for me.

As a proud CSP (Certified Speaking Professional), I know firsthand the dedication and craft it takes to succeed in this field. An NSA CSP is the only globally recognized, accredited professional speaker designation.

But reading the finished book? That was a whole other thrill. I laughed, cringed, and found myself wide-eyed at the raw, real moments these speakers share...the behind-the-scenes chaos, the unexpected surprises on stage, and the wild adventures on the road. It’s a fresh, honest look at what a career in professional speaking really feels like.

What started as a late-night idea at the /CPAE Summit turned into a passion project with a purpose: 100% of the proceeds go to the , supporting members of our speaking community with grants, scholarships, and financial help when they need it most.

If you want a fun, heartfelt peek into the speaking world, plus a chance to support a fantastic cause — grab your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FJM9DMK3

Enjoy the stories — they’re as entertaining as they are inspiring!

08/12/2025

In Part 2, we explore how design thinking shifts nurse residency from static curriculum to dynamic, human-centered innovation.

From Static to Adaptive—Design Thinking in Action

Traditional nurse residency programs often follow a fixed script—same modules, same pace, same delivery. But new nurses bring vastly different experiences, learning styles, and stressors. -size-fits-all simply doesn’t fit anymore.

Design thinking challenges us to pause and ask: What matters most to these nurses, right now?

Using tools like empathy mapping, journey walkthroughs, and real-time feedback loops, we can uncover what’s working and what’s missing. Maybe it’s more peer connection. Maybe it’s mental health check-ins. Maybe it’s flexibility in how learning is delivered.

Design thinking doesn’t replace clinical rigor. It enhances it with relevance. It meets nurses where they are, not where we assume they should be.

When we design with curiosity instead of certainty, we create programs that adapt. And when nurses feel seen and supported, they stay.

The question is no longer, How do we make this easier to deliver?
It’s, How do we make it matter more?

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