

Docs Outside The Box
Dr. Nii Darko
Docs Outside the Box is a fusion of money, medicine, and pop culture. After paying off $662,000 in student loan debt, quitting their jobs, and launching 3 businesses, husband and wife, Drs. Nii and Renée Darko, have a lot to say about earning, saving, and investing your way to the lifestyle you’ve always wanted. These two docs parley about personal finance, careers, and the real world. Tune in for the gems. 💎 Stay for the laughs .😂 Welcome to medicine’s new media!
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Apr 30, 2018 • 5min
Thank You 100K
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! DOTB Nation! I’m stopping to smell the roses on this quick episode of DOTB. Thank you all for listening, sharing, and joining the DOTB Nation community! “The reasonable man adapts himself to the world: the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.” George Bernard Shaw Music: Lemaitre – Cut to Black The post Thank You 100K appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

Apr 26, 2018 • 36min
55 – Impromptu Q&A
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY What’s up DOTB NATION!!! Last week, I was in Atlanta for Dr. Drai’s Momentum in Medicine Conference. It was a phenomenal conference and I’m wondering if I should just put out a solo episode with a review of it. If you’re looking to monetize your medical degree outside of the hospital or clinical walls – this is the conference for you! Something else cool happened. MS-4 and host of the Convos with Cole Podcast – Wendell Cole reached out and asked if he could meet and ask me questions. We met at the end of Day 1 of the conference and his questions were so good I had to put it on wax. He asked excellent questions and I have a good feeling we’re going to hearing great things from future Doctor Cole. Wendell Cole & Me at the W. Buckhead The post 055 – Impromptu Q&A appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

Apr 23, 2018 • 46min
54 – Pursuing her passion by growing families
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY My next guest is Dr. Camille Hammond and through her foundation, the Tininia Cade Foundation, she is providing support and financial assistance to help needy infertile families overcome infertility and growing families. The Cade Foundation to date has provided over 70 families with financial support for both Adoption and fertility treatment nationwide. Wondering,͞ “what’s up with the name of this foundation?” Well, the foundation is named after Dr. Camille Hammond’s mother, Tinina Cade, who at the age of 55 delivered triplets for Camille and her husband. This gift of parenthood has allowed Dr. Hammond to pursue her passion and shed light on a condition that affects millions. On this episode you’ll learn: The prevalence of infertility The stigma that women feel with infertility Her outside the box story of overcoming infertility How pursuing her passion allows her to give back How she answers #imnotjustadoc To learn more about Dr. Camille Hammond: Cade Foundation Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com The post Pursuing her passion by growing families appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

Apr 9, 2018 • 51min
53 – How to Get So Money
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY On this episode, I’m interviewing Farnoosh Torabi from the popular So Money Podcast. For those who don’t know, she’s one of the leading experts in personal finance. Farnoosh is also a speaker, TV personality, and author. You can find her work on The Today Show, Good Morning America, O The Oprah Magazine, and the Wall Street Journal – Damn that’s a long list. She’s even hosted her own show on CNBC – Follow the Leader. She’s also an author of 3 books. We learned how to get So Money with Farnoosh, talked about the important first steps doctors can take to get ahead financially. We even talked about how women can handle the situation of making more than their partners! Listen up…you definitely don’t want to miss this episode! Learn more about Farnoosh Torabi: My story Being a Mom Has made me Rich CNBC – Follow the Leader Follow her on Instagram: @farnooshtorabi Subscribe to her podcast –So Money XY Planning Network Nii & Renee on So Money Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com The post How to Get So Money appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

Apr 2, 2018 • 43min
52 – Champion for the Health of NYC
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY It’s very important to have people from various backgrounds tell their stories on Docs Outside the Box. Whether it’s a voice from the suburbs or cities, the docs that I have on the show offer perspectives we ALL can learn from. There’s a lot of thought that goes into the process of figuring out who will be a good fit for the show. I’m really proud that my guests give great advice for you to live outside the box. And that continues with my next guest…. My next guest is Dr. Aletha Maybank and she brings a very unique perspective on how we measure, determine and improve the health of a community. She works at one of the largest and oldest public health agencies in the world. Dr. Maybank is Deputy Commissioner at the NYC DOH & Mental Hygiene and is also the Director of the Center of Health Equity. We talk about her early career as a hospitalist and how knowing what she did NOT want to do set her on a mission where she has trailblazed her own path to career fulfillment and happiness. Things to pick up in this interview: The difference between clinical medicine and public health She’s impressive, but she shares a relatable moment of imposter syndrome The difference between leadership and management Intentional about what she doesn’t want How she answers #imnotjustadoc Resources mentioned in this episode: Malcolm Gladwell – Outliers Center for Health Equity Stars of New York – Dance Learn more about Dr. Aletha Maybank: Story Collider Essence Magazine – 15 Black Women Who Are Paving the Way In STEM and Breaking Barriers Follow Dr. Maybank: @DrAlethaMaybank Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com The post Champion for the Health of NYC appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

Mar 31, 2018 • 23min
Started from the bottom…
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! From being on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean to my book launch, it’s been a crazy month of March! On this episode, I tell you about the journey from my breaking point four years ago to becoming a best seller on Amazon! As always, I’m keeping it 100% Music: I Choose U/soundcloud.com/johnnyrockmusic The post Started from the bottom… appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

Mar 19, 2018 • 40min
51 – Make money while you sleep
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY Make money while you sleep. Well, my next guest has something to say about this…and he’s making it easier for all you docs to start setting up passive streams of income! My guest is PIMD. Passive Income MD jumped on the show this week to discuss how to not be so damn reliant on your day job. He too felt the pressures of trading time for dollars and took his knack for real estate to the blogosphere and the rest is history. In two years, the website has become a regular go-to for physicians looking to make money outside of medicine. Recently, his site joined forces with The White Coat Investor Network – congratulations! Things to pick up in this episode: Why he’s anonymous with his persona Why he started the blog His definition of passive income His recommendations for those looking to develop passive income How he answers #imnotjustadoc Great Quote: “There’s never a good time to start anything. There’s always a good reason not to.” Resources Mentioned in this Episode: The best place to start on his page: What is passive income 10 perfect passive income ideas for physicians Why I’m beginning my retirement in my 30s The list of Physician Side Hustles Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com The post Make money while you sleep appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

Mar 16, 2018 • 8min
DOTB solo episode: My LegalZoom Customer Service experience
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY DOTB Nation! This is just me on this episode. That’s right, I’m solo. On this episode I’m sharing a positive experience I had while on the phone with Customer Service with LegalZoom. You never know where you’ll find inspiration from. You also never know who is listening and being inspired by you. Hope you enjoy this episode. Let me know what you think in the comments section below or on social media @docsotb. Remember, use the hashtag #imnotjustadoc. Music: LiamM – Feel like/soundcloud.com/Freemusicforvlogs Gwiz – If you stay, In the clouds/soundcloud.com/Gwiz The post DOTB solo episode: My LegalZoom Customer Service experience appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

Mar 12, 2018 • 50min
48 – He’s the architect of his own future
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY DOTB Nation! Recently, I flew to Los Angeles to interview an upcoming guest for the show. In LA, I stayed with an old friend of mine – Kwesi Asamoah. We met in college and have been friends ever since. That’s almost 20 years folks! Besides giving me a place to stay, he helped me with equipment checks and recording portions of the interview on camera. There’s more to Kwesi than just a great friend. Not only does he love all things related to the NBA, he also enjoys world travel and surfing. He’s not all fun and games though, Kwesi is formally trained as both an engineer and architect – yeah he’s pretty smarty-art (Chris Rock reference). Last year, Kwesi added architect outside the box to his repertoire when he chucked the deuces to his old employed life and started working as an independent contractor. He hasn’t looked back since. He joined me for my first Docs Outside the Box meetup at WurstKuche restaurant in Venice a couple of weeks ago. We got there pretty early and I decided to interview him about what pushed him to live outside the box. He came correct and kept it 100%. I’m telling you docs…we can learn a lot from those who aren’t in the medical field. I bet those sitting on the fence can learn a lot from this interview. Things to pick up in this interview: What pushed him into bouncing from his employed position The quote from a co-worker that gave him the confidence to embrace life as an independent contractor How we bonded in college over Beer Pong/Why he hates the New York Knicks His tips to make sure you don’t stumble when starting as an independent contractor How he answers #imnotjustanengineer/architect Recommendations by Kwesi Asamoah: The Artist’s Way Tim Ferris Podcast Contact Kwesi Asamoah at: Kwesi.asamoah@gmail.com Music: VeniceBeach/Gwiz/soundcloud.com/gwizdb/ Join the Docs Outside the Box Nation on FB: docsotbnation.com Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance The post He’s the architect of his own future appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

Mar 5, 2018 • 43min
50 – Eliminate your Debt NOW! – Cory Fawcett, MD
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY I am very big on paying off student loan debt as quick as possible. Why? It’s not because I did it and want everyone to blindly just follow me. I believe a life without debt allows you to fully realize the potential of your income and make moves that can lead to a more fulfilling career. My next guest is here to talk about how doctors can quickly pay off their student loans or other debt as quickly as possible. Dr. Cory Fawcett created Prescription for Financial Success – Helping Health Care Professionals Grow after a combination of thinking outside of the box and looking to decrease his clinical practice a bit. He has now published the first three books in The Doctors Guide financial series, writes a weekly blog, and posts 3-5 minute videos on his Facebook page daily. After his first book won an award for Non-Fiction book of the year he decided it was time to give up clinical medicine and concentrate on changing the financial lives of doctors through writing and coaching. His last day of clinical medicine was Feb 20, 2017. He now calls himself a “repurposed” surgeon. We’ll be talking about his book – Eliminating Debt. The White Coat Investor called him the “Dave Ramsey for Doctors without the bad investing advice.” I definitely agree with that. I found his book easy to read and the advice was simple and applicable whether you’re a resident or young attending. Definitely wish I had discovered him sooner!! Things to pick up in this episode: Paying off debt vs investing Why you should pay off your debt as quick as possible He answers the scenario of a young Neurosurgeon attending with plenty of debt, no savings and investing Advice to pre-meds & medical students How he answers #imnotjustadoc To learn more about Dr. Cory Fawcett check out his website: drcorysfawcett.com Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com The post Eliminate your Debt NOW! – Cory Fawcett, MD appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.