Join host Freda Richards as she sits down with Dr. Lisa Lea, a UOPX Alumni Luminary, to explore her journey from pharmacy technician to nurse practitioner and her pursuit of a doctorate at University of Phoenix. As part of the inaugural group of Luminaries—distinguished alumni recognized for their impact in their industry, community, or entrepreneurship—Dr. Lea exemplifies achievement and service. Discover how she balances family, career, and education, the pivotal role her husband played, and her insights on mentorship, diversity in clinical trials, and lifelong learning. Tune in to hear Dr. Lisa's inspiring story and learn how you can apply her insights to your own journey.   ⭐️ Key takeaways from this episode: ✓ It's never too late to finish what you started. ✓ Family support is crucial in pursuing education. ✓ Mentorship can significantly impact one's career path. ✓ Nurse practitioners play a vital role in patient care. ✓ Balancing work and family requires organization and prioritization. ✓ Education should be a lifelong pursuit. ✓ Personal growth often comes from overcoming challenges. ✓ Sharing your journey can inspire others. ✓ Flexibility in education is essential for working parents. ✓ Confidence from mentors can help you take risks. 📖 Chapters: Jump to Key Moments 00:00 - The Journey to Becoming a Nurse Practitioner 07:51 - Balancing Family and Education 15:59 - The Impact of Mentorship 23:23 - The Role of Nurse Practitioners 25:36 - Lifelong Learning and Personal Growth Learn more about healthcare degrees! 👉 https://www.phoenix.edu/info/healthcare.html#healthcaredegrees Subscribe for more powerful success stories and mindset strategies! 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@UOPXDegreesOfSuccessPodcast Alumni Chronicles | Lisa Lea 👉 https://www.phoenix.edu/blog/alumna-lisa-lea.html Alumni Chronicles | Magazine 👉 https://www.phoenix.edu/blog/alumni-chronicles/magazine.html Alumni Chronicles | Main Page 👉 https://www.phoenix.edu/blog/alumni-chronicles.html Explore the Degrees of Success Podcast Page 👉 https://www.phoenix.edu/blog/alumni-chronicles/podcast.html Explore the University of Phoenix 👉 https://www.phoenix.edu/ ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uopx ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/universityofphoenix ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uopxalumni/ ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uopx/ ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/university-of-phoenix/ ► X: https://x.com/UOPX Thinking about attending UOPX online? 📱 Request info today: https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information 💻 Apply to one of UOPX’s online programs today: https://rb.gy/k0a75c 🎓 Find your degree program University of Phoenix: https://www.phoenix.edu/online-degrees/find-your-program.html