In this episode, we dive into the inspirational journey of Sharon Ragone, founder of the Small Beginnings company. Sharon recounts her unexpected path to entrepreneurship, starting from her early ambitions to become an RN, to her accidental love for NICU care, and eventually inventing essential products for neonatal care. She shares her struggles and triumphs in developing innovative solutions that transformed neonatal care, such as the Bili Bonnet and other supports for fragile infants. Sharon's story is a testament to her dedication to bettering conditions for babies, nurses, and hospitals, and underscores the importance of compassion, empathy, and innovation in nursing.
00:00 Introduction to Today's Guest: Sharon Ragone
00:28 Sharon's Journey to Becoming an RN
00:53 The Early Days in the NICU
01:46 Innovations and First Big Idea
03:23 Building the Business from Scratch
04:53 Challenges and Growth
09:02 Recognition and Achievements
12:43 Nurse Entrepreneurship and Innovation
18:22 Caring Out Loud: The Legacy
22:52 Final Thoughts and Wisdom
Additional Resources:
- https://www.small-beginnings.com/
- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf6fA_lrevAXAjzdVpplcIw
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