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Multifamily InsightsWhy Going Bigger Was The Prescription for this Physician with Janeeka Benoit, Ep. 706Dr. Janeeka Benoit, also known as “Dr. J,” is a board-certified travel physician in internal and sports medicine, and a real estate investor with over 60 units. She became an accidental landlord during her medical residency and has since evolved into an apartment syndicator. Dr. J helps healthcare professionals invest passively in real estate so they can regain time, reduce stress, and focus on family, freedom, and fulfillment. Make sure to download our free guide, 7 Questions Every Passive Investor Should Ask, here. Key Takeaways Dr. J became an investor out of necessity during...
2025-04-2234 min
Physicians and PropertiesFrom Burnout to 60+ Units with Dr. Janeeka BenoitWelcome back to another insightful episode of The Physicians and Properties Podcast with your host, Dr. Alex Schloe!In this episode, Dr. Schloe sits down with Dr. Janeeka Benoit (Dr. J)—a physician, real estate investor, and former accidental landlord who turned early struggles into a thriving real estate portfolio. From navigating landlord burnout during residency to successfully scaling into apartment syndications, Dr. J shares her journey of resilience, mindset shifts, and wealth-building strategies.If you're a physician looking to diversify income, transition into passive real es...
2025-03-1237 min
The MoneyMindsetMD PodcastThe Physician’s Guide to Passive Income with Dr. Janeeka BenoitHey Money Tribe! Welcome to yet another episode. This week, I had the privilege of sitting down with the brilliant Dr. Janeeka Benoit, a board-certified internal and sports medicine physician turned real estate investor. Dr. J, as she’s fondly known, shared her incredible journey from being an accidental landlord during her residency to investing in multi-family apartment buildings and creating lasting wealth.We talked about her early struggles, like managing single-family properties with negative cash flow during the pandemic, and how she pivoted into apartment syndications. Dr. J didn’t let challenges keep her down; instead, she...
2024-12-0943 min
Negotiate to FreedomSeason 2, Episode 61: Overcoming negotiation anxiety and imposter syndromeIn this episode, we dive into the two formidable challenges that often hinder personal and professional growth: negotiation anxiety and imposter syndrome. These challenges can be especially prevalent among high achieving women, such as physicians. Delve into this episode to find out 4 ways you can overcome these challenges. If you are an early career physician interested in learning how you can get your time back by earning more without working more hours through negotiation, connect with me below:Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/sisnegotiates/decisioncall?month=2022-11
2023-10-1312 minNegotiate to FreedomSeason 2, Episode 60: Strategies for researching and benchmarking your salaryIn this episode, I discuss 4 strategies for researching and benchmarking your salary as a woman in medicine. References: MGMA Data Dive Provider Compensation Report: https://www.mgma.com/datadive/provider-compensation2023 Medscape Compensation Report: https://www.medscape.com/sites/public/physician-comp/20232023 Doximity Compensation Report: https://press.doximity.com/reports/doximity-physician-compensation-report-2023.pdfIf you are an early career physician interested in learning how you can get your time back by earning mor...
2023-10-0611 minNegotiate to FreedomSeason 2, Episode 59: Understanding the gender pay gap in medicineAccording to a study in JAMA published in March of 2023 entitled Marriage, Children, and Sex Based Differences in Physician Hours and Income, it found that women physicians who are married with children get paid significantly less over the course of their careers compared to male physicians with children. In this episode, I share ways we can contribute our efforts to closing this pay gap. Reference: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama-health-forum/fullarticle/2802875If you are an early career physician interested in learning how you can get your time ba...
2023-09-2911 minNegotiate to FreedomSeason 2, Episode 58: How to own your valueIn this episode, I provide three scenarios on how you can own your value in the workplace to create grounds for negotiation.If you are an early career physician interested in learning how you can get your time back by earning more without working more hours through negotiation, connect with me below:Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/sisnegotiates/decisioncall?month=2022-11Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisnegotiates/
2023-09-2210 minNegotiate to FreedomSeason 2, Episode 57: How your identity impacts your negotiation styleYour identity can play a huge impact on your negotiation style. However, there can be more than one identity influencing your negotiations. Take a listen to find out how these identities can impact your negotiation style and how to use knowledge from your identities to improve your negotiation outcomes. If you are an early career physician interested in learning how you can get your time back by earning more without working more hours through negotiation, connect with me below:Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/sisnegotiates/decisioncall?month=2022...
2023-09-1515 minNegotiate to FreedomSeason 2, Episode 56: Navigating intersectionality in the workplaceIn this episode, I provide an example from the book, I am Not Yelling, A Black Woman’s Guide to Navigating the Workplace from Elizabeth Leiba on how we can navigate intersectionality in the workplace. It is easy by no means, but by having open dialogue with our co-workers, we can facilitate a more empowering work experience. If you are an early career physician interested in learning how you can get your time back by earning more without working more hours through negotiation, connect with me below:Decision Call with Dr. J:
2023-09-0812 minNegotiate to FreedomSeason 2, Episode 55: How we can all be like Shetellia Riley IrvinAnd we are back with the second season of the Negotiate to Freedom podcast!Last weekend, I went to Invest Fest in Atlanta, Georgia and had a blast. During the Women in Business panel, there spoke Shetellia Riley Irving, who is the first Black woman to negotiate and complete an NBA Contract Deal. In this episode, I talk about how women physicians are naturally positioned to set their own precedence as well in the world of negotiation. If you are a professional woman of color interested in l...
2023-09-0119 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 54: How to learn the art of receivingAs ambitious women, sometimes it is easier to do than to simply receive. Learning how to receive and placing yourself in the posture of reception is important to working less and making more because it allows us to prepare for it in advance. Check out this episode to learn how the art of receiving is essential to working less and making more. If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to...
2023-05-1211 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 53: How to deal with microaggressions in the workplaceHow to deal with microaggressions in the workplace Have you ever dealt with a microaggression at work? Microaggressions can affect our mental health and propagate toxic work environments. Check out this episode to learn how to identify and deal with microaggressions in the workplace. If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid career burnout, connect with me below:De...
2023-05-0517 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 52: How to double your income as an early career attending physician without working moreHow to double your income as an early career attending physician without working more Caption In less than one year, I was able to double my income as an early career attending physician. This is the stuff you don’t learn in med school. You’re taught to see the patients. You’re taught to work really hard. You’re taught to follow your attendings and do what th...
2023-04-2810 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 51: Negotiating from your authentic selfAs women of color and Black women, we may feel that we cannot bring our authentic selves to the negotiation table. In this episode, I am going to show you how you can do that and not ever have to compromise who you are to negotiate. If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid career burnout, connect with me below:Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/sisnegotiates/decisioncall?month=2022-11Instagram: h...
2023-04-2116 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 50: How Deloris Jordan negotiated a multi million dollar contract for Michael JordanIn this episode, I share my takeaways from the movie Air pertaining to how Deloris Jordan negotiated a multi million dollar contract for her son, Michael Jordan. If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid career burnout, connect with me below:Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/sisnegotiates/decisioncall?month=2022-11Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisnegotiates/
2023-04-1412 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 49: It’s okay to restThis episode is for my healthcare professional women of color. We do much and give so much, but sometimes we leave ourselves on the backburner. This episode is your gentle reminder that it’s okay to rest. Listen to this episode for my 3 reasons on why it’s okay to rest. #WorkLessMakeMore If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid career burnout, connect with me below:Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/sisnegotiates/decisioncall?month=2022-11...
2023-04-0708 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 48: Why you can’t be nice during a negotiationIn an attempt to not look like the angry black woman, we can often veer off to the other extreme and attempt to be too nice during a negotiation. Being nice means that you’re agreeable. Listen to this episode to learn how you can bring your truel self to any negotiation. If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid career burnout, connect with me below:Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/sisnegotiates/decisioncall?month=2022-11...
2023-03-3110 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 47: How to establish your non-negotiablesYou need to know what your non-negotiables are. Point blank period. Listen to episode 47 to find out how you establish them!If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid career burnout, connect with me below:Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/sisnegotiates/decisioncall?month=2022-11Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisnegotiates/
2023-03-2413 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 46: How to prepare to negotiate for your ideal job.There is the skill of negotiating, but there is actually a whole lot of preparatory work that is required before you actually negotiate. Listen in on these 3 preparatory steps you must do to negotiate for your ideal job. If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid career burnout, connect with me below:Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/sisnegotiates/decisioncall?month=2022-11Instagram: https://www...
2023-03-1715 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 45: 5 Action Steps to take if your job offer is non-negotiableIt could feel defeating when your job does not want to negotiate on a specific offer. However, there are still action steps you can take. Listen in on those 5 action steps in this podcast episode and share with a friend. If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid career burnout, connect with me below:Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/sisnegotiates/decisioncall?month=2022-11I...
2023-03-1014 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 44: 5 mindset strategies to use before your negotiation.Preparation is key prior to a negotiation. One of the most important things to prepare is your mind. Listen to Episode 44 on the Negotiation to Freedom Podcast on the 5 mindset strategies to use before your negotiation. If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid career burnout, connect with me below:Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/sisnegotiates/decisioncall?month=2022-11
2023-03-0318 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 43: You’re not supposed to be there.Do you know when your season is up at a job or a career?There’s a mental struggle that occurs knowing that it’s time to leave, but you’re still there. When you step into the full awareness that you’re not supposed to be there, you can abundantly receive everything that’s waiting in store for you. Listen to this podcast episode to learn how. If you are a professional...
2023-02-2410 min
The Blk Doctor ® CollectiveEpisode 12: The Negotiation Coach, Dr. J, went from saving lives to saving her ownDr. Janeeka Benoit had her whole journey planned out. Except it didn't go as outlined. In fact, she struggled to get a job after fellowship. All that training did not guarantee a good job. And things turned out better than she planned.
She negotiated for her JOY!
Now she uses her experience and years of practicing negotiations to help other Black women.
ABOUT DR J
Dr. Janeeka Benoit, better known as Dr. J, is THE Negotiation Coach for Professional Women of Color. She went from being a jobless ne...
2023-02-2152 min
Dare to Dream Physician Travel PodcastEp 82: Made for More with Dr. Janeeka Benoit, Part 2Dare to Dream Physician Resources:Dare to Dream Physician, Life Planning for Physicianshttps://daretodreamphysician.comDare to Dream Physician on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/daretodreamphysician/DreamPhysician on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/dreamphysician/Dr. Janeeka Benoit's Resources:Negotiate to Freedom Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/negotiate-to-freedom/id16223547861 hour Decision Call with Dr. Jhttps://calendly.com/sisnegotiates/decisioncall?month=2023-02Janeeka Benoit, DO on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/i...
2023-02-2044 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 42: This is what happens when you’re ready to make a career shiftWhen we are ready to make a career shift, we may move farther away from actually making that shift. It can be a scary process so your brain presents solutions to you that allows you to feel safe. But Sis, you can make the shift. Listen to this episode to learn how. If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid career burn...
2023-02-1710 min
Dare to Dream Physician Travel PodcastEp 81: Made for More with Dr. Janeeka Benoit, Part 1Dare to Dream Physician Resources:Dare to Dream Physician, Life Planning for Physicianshttps://daretodreamphysician.comDare to Dream Physician on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/daretodreamphysician/DreamPhysician on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/dreamphysician/Dr. Janeeka Benoit's Resources:Negotiate to Freedom Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/negotiate-to-freedom/id16223547861 hour Decision Call with Dr. J https://calendly.com/sisnegotiates/decisioncall?month=2023-02Janeeka Benoit, DO on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/i...
2023-02-1326 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 41: The job already existsWhen you are looking for a new job or new career path, it can get very discouraging. You have defined the criteria of your “perfect job”, but you can’t seem to find it. Well, stay tuned to this episode to learn how. If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid career burnout, connect with me below:Decision Call with Dr. J: https://c...
2023-02-1008 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 40: It’s time for defiance.It’s much easier to live within the status quo. Let’s face it. It’s the path of least resistance. Yet, we are so malnourished there. Therefore, I’m calling us to become defiant. Listen to this podcast episode to learn more about what this means. If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid career burnout, connect with...
2023-02-0312 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 39: We create our own securityCurrently, you may feel insecure in your job. You are no longer happy there. You are not using your gifts there. Your values are not aligned there. But you create your own security. Listen to this episode to learn how. If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid...
2023-01-2709 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 38: Are you mindful of your thoughts?The first step to changing your results is becoming aware of your thoughts. Are you mindful of what your thoughts are telling you?Are they telling you need to stay at your current job?Are they telling you, you are not enough?Listen to this episode to learn how to become mindful of your thoughts during a negotiation. If you are a professional woman of color in...
2023-01-2011 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 37: Becoming grounded in your valueI say often that negotiation begins with becoming grounded in your value. In this episode, I illustrate what that truly means. Take a listen! If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid career burnout, connect with me below:Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/sisnegotiates/decisioncall?month=2022-11Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisnegotiates/
2023-01-1308 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 36: Using empathy in a negotiationNegotiation can actually be a beautiful experience. It affords us the ability to truly connect with another human being. This fosters empathy and understanding each other’s needs. Listen to this episode to learn how you can use empathy in your next negotiation If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid career burnout, connect with me below:Decisi...
2023-01-0610 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 35: How to feel your way during a negotiationThere are so many feelings that come up during a negotiation, but a predominant feeling that comes up a lot is inadequacy. How do you audaciously negotiate when you are feeling inadequate?Listen to this episode to learn how. If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid career burnout, connect with me below:Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/sisnegotiates/de...
2022-12-3015 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 34: Am I being too greedy?Have you ever asked yourself this question prior to a negotiation?Well, I have! I used to ask myself all the time. And it drove me crazy.. Why couldn’t I just say the number without having second thoughts?Why couldn’t I just remain confident?Why couldn’t I just speak more boldly?
2022-12-2309 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 33: What happens when the job does not fit?Sometimes we stay in positions for too long. Sometimes we stay in positions that do not serve us. And they do not fit. But we continue to stay there. We have to be the ones to make these positions fit us. We do this through audacious negotiation.If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about...
2022-12-1611 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 32: What does freedom look like to you?It’s important to define it for yourself. We can curate our freedom through negotiation When we use voice to stand up for what we believe in, we can all be free. The Negotiate to Freedom podcast drops new episodes every Friday so make sure you catch that new drip each and every Friday!If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid...
2022-12-0916 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 31 - Being sold on your valueI read the negotiation books. I listened to the negotiation podcasts. I took a bunch of notes about negotiation. But it didn’t click until I was sold on my value. Listen to this podcast episode to learn how to get sold on your value so you can audaciously negotiate. If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotia...
2022-12-0214 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 30 - Yes you can ask for moreDo you think that there is a cap on how much you can make?If you say yes, I beg to differ. Because how will you know if you never ask for more? I’m not talking about a little bit more, but the type of more that makes you shooketh. It’s asking that type of more that builds our audacity. It’s asking t...
2022-11-2512 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 29 - My StoryWelcome to a new episode on the Negotiate to Freedom podcast!On this podcast episode, I delve deeper in my story on: ✅how I started my negotiation journey ✅how I learned to grapple the internal struggles of negotiating as a professional woman of color ✅how I came to be THE Negotiation Coach for Professional Women of Color The Negotiate to Freedom podcast drops new episodes every Frid...
2022-11-1811 min
The Doctor Coach School™ PodcastEpisode 019: How She Changed Her Niche & Signed Her First Premium Client, with Dr. JaneekaYou are in for a treat today. I am so grateful that I have the opportunity to interview another one of my amazing coaches inside of The Doctor Coach School™.Dr. Janeeka Benoit better known as Dr. J is THE Negotiation Coach for Professional Women of Color.She went from being a jobless new attending physician in the height of the pandemic to curating her professional and personal lifestyle through the art of audacious negotiation.Since being “the shy, little black girl”, negotiation has given Dr. J the power & freedom of owning he...
2022-11-141h 18Negotiate to FreedomEpisode 28 - New podcast title, who dis?Ayyy! New podcast title, who dis? THE Negotiation Coach for Professional Women of Color. That’s who. Man. How did I get here? I was literally fighting with the enemy to take my rightful place. But I would do it again because I know who I do this for. My missio...
2022-11-1106 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 27: Your purpose within your profession can changeSometimes we think we have a fixed purpose for our profession, but it can change. With our changed purpose, it forces us to change so that we believe greater for ourselves. Your purpose does not have to look like anyone else’s because it’s yours and trust that it is okay if it changes.If you are interested in learning more about how you can create your life, connect with me below:30 Min Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/medfitdoInstagram:
2022-11-0411 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 27: Your purpose within your profession can changeSometimes we think we have a fixed purpose for our profession, but it can change. With our changed purpose, it forces us to change so that we believe greater for ourselves. Your purpose does not have to look like anyone else’s because it’s yours and trust that it is okay if it changes.Redefining Wealth Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/redefining-wealth-with-patrice-washington/id1281824139If you are a professional woman of color interested in learning about how you can audaciously negotiate to avoid career burnout, connect with me below:
2022-11-0411 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 26: Affirming a New BeliefHave you ever thought why does your professional career feel like you are sacrificing yourself all the time? Can I just be happy and love what I do? I didn’t think it was possible until I learned how to affirm new beliefs about myself. If you are interested in learning more about how you can create your life, connect with me below:30 Min Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/medfitdoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/medfitdo/
2022-10-2818 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 25: Your Workplace Values, then Workplace BoundariesNot only do we have to create boundaries in our personal lives, but need to also create them in the workplace. However, when the creation of a workplace boundary gets delayed it is often because the workplace value that supports that boundary has not yet become identified. When you learn to identify your workplace values, your workplace boundaries are created automatically. If you are interested in learning more about how you can create your life, connect with me below:30 Min Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/medfitdo...
2022-10-2122 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 24: Your Negotiation MindsetI used to think being a great negotiator was knowing how to confidently learn how to use verbal strategies until I realized that there was something much deeper than the surface that I could not unlock. I could not even get myself to use those verbal strategies because I did not have the proper mindset that is required in front of any negotiation table. If you are interested in learning more about how you can create your life, connect with me below:30 Min Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.c...
2022-10-1414 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 23: Using Creativity in NegotiationAs human beings we tend to focus on problems. That is a natural part of being human. When navigating my career, I only saw problems until I started to hone into my creativity to find a solution. My creativity led me to negotiating a four day week so that I could still love my job and create a purpose driven business on the side. If you are interested in learning more about how you can create your life, connect with me below:30 Min Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.c...
2022-10-0715 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 22: How often are you evaluating your life?Listen, as professional women we can be so busy that life happens to us. But it does not have to be that way! We can stop and take control of our “busy lives” by doing a life evaluation. I take time each week on Sunday to evaluate my life in six key areas so that I make sure I’m not doing things just to do them. This way, I ensure that there is intentionality behind everything that I do...
2022-09-3018 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 21: Finding rest in challenging situationsLet’s face it, as professional women of color there is an unconscious need to prove our worth. That leads to us overworking ourselves. Then, what happens when a challenging situation at work or in life arises? Things tend to spiral out of control. This podcast episode teaches you how to find rest in challenging situations. If you are interested in learning more about how you can create your life, connect with me below:30 Min Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/medfitdoInstagram: h...
2022-09-2315 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 20: Who are we doing this for?Sometimes, we move unconsciously throughout our careers by fulfilling other people’s expectations of us. We take career positions that we don’t truly want. We think that we are underqualified for the career position we truly want. We may even want to move differently in our career in a way that has never been done before, but because it’s never been done we think we can’t be THE ONE. If you are i...
2022-09-1615 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 19: Are you willing to risk your comfort?When thinking about how I was going to create my life around my career and not the other way around, I had to be willing to risk my comfort. I had to be willing to risk the comfort of not learning how to negotiate. I had to be willing to risk the comfort of living up to everyone’s expectations of me. I had to be willing to risk the comfort of being the same, shy introverted littl...
2022-09-0920 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode18: Have you imagined a new life for yourself?Yo, did this little boy just growl at me? I was taking a history and the little boy interrupted me and said “Rawwr”I was confused. His older brother without hesitation said “Oh, he’s a T-Rex”. I continued my history taking and he growled again. Ok, now this got me intrigued. This little boy had to believe he c...
2022-09-0217 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 17: Setting your intention for the dayI was a whole hot mess before I started setting my intention for the day. As professional women, most of our time is spent at work and sometimes work be working! However, when we set our intention for the day we can be more present and serve in our highest capacity. Sis, we don’t have to let our work day ruin our whole day. We can learn how to become mentally and emotionally fit so we can peacefully deal with work challenges as they come. If you are interested in learning more about how you can...
2022-08-2616 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 16: You do not have to accept your “demanding” careerYou do not have to accept all the demands that you believe your career has placed on you because when you do that, you sacrifice your mind and your body. You are the one that sets the demand on your career and not the other way around. When you do that, you create life and work alignment which creates a peace that you simply cannot understand. If you are interested in learning more about how you can create your life, connect with me below:30 Min Decision Call with Dr. J: h...
2022-08-1913 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 15: Taking inventory of your thoughtsWe go through thousands of thoughts per day, but if we don’t stop to take inventory of those thoughts, they become our beliefs. These are beliefs that then become continual lies that our brain tells us. When you are mentally fit, you learn to take inventory of these thoughts so that you can affirm new beliefs for yourself. If you are interested in learning more about how you can create your life, connect with me below:30 Min Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/medfitdoI...
2022-08-1513 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 14: What are you undermining about yourself?Sometimes we may want something so badly that we search far and wide to find it; when in actuality, that thing is sitting right underneath our nose. I wanted so badly to be a great leader within various aspects of my life, but soon realized through my mental fitness journey that I already had attributes that made me born to lead. If you are interested in learning more about how you can create your life, connect with me below:30 Min Decision Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/medfitdo
2022-08-0516 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 13: Moving from “I am not enough” to “I am sufficient”Every new thing that I have ever done has been done with an undertone of “I am not enough”, which created so much mental and emotional overwhelm for me. I decided that “I am sufficient” and also decided that I wanted to operate from that new belief. With any exercise, building your sufficiency muscle takes reps and does not happen overnight, but when you do get that sufficiency muscle….. BAY-BEE!!! If you are interested in learning more about how you can create your life, connect with me below:30 Min Decision Call with Dr. J: ...
2022-07-2920 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 12: What’s your fitness routine?Your fitness routine requires great intentionality. It starts with your mental fitness and realizing that you are a priority. When you realize that you are a priority, then all your to dos move around you and not the other way around. Your mental fitness centers you and keeps you grounded so that you can minimize the mind chatter and live the way that God or your higher power has already intended for you to live. If you are interested in learning more about how you can create your life, connect with me below:
2022-07-2213 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 11: You can decide not to be overwhelmedHave you ever been overwhelmed? Have you ever felt that there are so many things to do, but never enough time? Have you ever wondered why everything has to be on your shoulders? Do you wish you said “No” right after saying “Yes” to something you had no business doing in the first place? Sis, I feel you!!! And I want you to know that you simply decide not to be overwhelmed. It’s just a decision and when you are attuned into your mental fitness routine, you can clearly and confidently make that decision. If you ar...
2022-07-1511 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 10: You can chooseI was trying to find more joy in my physician work. Everyone around me looked as if they lost pride and joy in their work and quite honestly, I was feeling the same way. What I learned was I did not have to subscribe to the same thoughts and actions that everyone else around me did. I had to focus on serving myself first with my mental fitness, emotional fitness, etc which allowed me to serve at a higher level and hence restored the pride and joy that I have in being a physician.
2022-07-0816 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 9: Casting Vision Requires HelpI’ve come to grow my self concept and I’ve realized that I need multiple hands to cast my big vision for my life. It’s so easy to want to feel busy and productive from doing all the things yourself. However, casting a big vision requires help. Listen to this episode to learn how you can cast a big vision for your own life. If you are interested in learning more about how you can create your life, connect with me below:30 Min Discovery Call with Dr. J: ht...
2022-07-0114 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 8: That’s my Faith Talk… & Faith WalkWe commonly hear the phrase, “Have faith”, but how do we actually do this? It involves taking one small action step toward something that is uncomfortable. All you need is one small action step that is consistently done. When you apply your spiritual fitness to your mental fitness, things may come out way better than you expected them to do. Listen to this episode to hear how I did this, which helped me design my life just the way I’ve always wanted to. If you are interested in learning more about how you can cre...
2022-06-2417 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 7: It’s Not You. It’s Your Little GirlY’all, almost everything that has impacted every decision and action that I took was the little girl inside of me. Most of us have thoughts are not currently emanating from us in the current day but they are thoughts that are carried with us from our little girl. “I am not enough” was a constant thought that was my echoed from my little girl, but I decided to “push through” that as culture teaches how to do. When I got still, I learned that instead of suppressing my little girl I could honor her instead. My hope is that lis...
2022-06-1714 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 6: How to Boldly AskWhen I graduated from Sports Medicine Fellowship, I dreamed of working a 4 day work week cause y'all, I was TIYAD 😩 ! But Wayment, how was I supposed to do that? I had to identify my value. In literal terms, value is used to stress the importance or significance of a particular item. I had to identify my importance/significance in order for me to negotiate a 4 day work week. I stood tall on that value and was able to achieve working 4 days per week in my first year as an attending physician. Knowledge of my value has assi...
2022-06-1018 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 5: More Audacity Than White SupremacyY'all!!! It's been a week. It has been a week! With the recent shooting in Uvalde, TX followed by the shooting in Buffalo, do some of you feel like you just want to quit on life? I know I did. Then, I got a great reminder from my Coach, "They are not giving up, so why should we?" In this episode, I talk about how we can contribute moving forward despite current events by having more audacity than white supremacy!If you are interested in learning more about becoming architect of your life, connect with me below:
2022-06-0317 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 4: Your Mindfulness MattersI know we hear the word mindfulness all the time, but what does that actually look like? What occurs in your brain when you are mindful? What are you able to produce in your life when you are mindful?Here I go in depth all about mindfulness. If you are interested in learning more how you can adopt mindfulness so you can go to becoming the architect of your life, connect with me below: 30 Min Discovery Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/medfitdoInstagram:
2022-05-2713 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 3: God is part of your FitnessWhen I envisioned the woman I wanted to become, I realized that I needed help. I needed someone who was far more powerful than me to help me create this big and bold life. I had to call on God! Furthermore, I needed help to get there so I got a Faith Coach to help me live out the vision that I could not physically see yet and therefore help me create a spiritual fitness routine. If you're looking to level up your faith, check out my Pastor and Faith Coach who I mention in this podcast ep...
2022-05-2016 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 2: Exercising is not all it's cracked up to beOk Ok hear a sister out. I love to exercise. It's the one thing I did really well during my residency years. It's the one thing I could control, however though I was physically fit, I was so mentally and emotionally unfit. We will congratulate ourselves on our physical fitness routine, but is there a mental fitness routine as well? If you are interested in learning more about becoming architect of your life, connect with me below:30 Min Discovery Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/medfitdoIn...
2022-05-1011 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 1: You don't have to work that hardDuring my Internal Medicine residency, I thought that there had to be more to this grind. It was so exhausting, but then I started to listening to Jim Rohn and that changed everything for me. He stated "Learn to work harder on yourself than you do on your job". Instead of working so hard on my job, I started working harder on myself. Here is a YouTube link of one of my favorite virtual mentors, Jim Rohn! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sUKjrJEF6G8 If you are interested in learning more about be...
2022-05-0917 minNegotiate to FreedomTrailerWelcome to the Reinventing Fitness Podcast!! Are you a busy professional woman who feels mentally stuck and wants to get mentally fit? Are you a busy professional woman who is tired of comparing herself to others?Are you a busy professional who has dedicated years of her life to her profession and at this point you don't even know who your true self is?Look no further. Let's get fit together!
2022-05-0102 minNegotiate to FreedomEpisode 0: My StoryHere I break down the impetus for my fitness journey. I'm here to serve busy professional women like me go from mentally stuck to mentally fit. It all starts with choosing your thoughts! If you are interested in learning more about becoming architect of your life, connect with me below:30 Min Discovery Call with Dr. J: https://calendly.com/medfitdoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/medfitdo/
2022-05-0120 min
Stay At Home Mom? Yeah Right!Preventing Chronic Illness Through Exercise: A Chat With Dr. Janeeka BenoitDr. Janeeka Benoit - fondly known as Dr. J . is a Board Certified Physician Internal Medicine Physician and Sports Medicine Specialist. She’s the Founder of MedFitDO and also a runner, exercise enthusiast, and former ACE Certified trainer.Not only does she enjoy caring for athletes, she also has a passion for preventing chronic disease through exercise so people can live holistically healthier lives, both mentally and physically.As an Osteopathic Physician Dr. J is focused on treating the whole body so people can live more fully and have life transformation from the inside out....
2022-04-0538 min
The Dr Kirstin ShowOvercoming common barriers to fitness with Dr Janeeka BenoitHave you ever wanted to achieve a goal but felt challenged to either get started or stay consistent to reach that goal?
Today on the Fit and Healthy Athlete Podcast, Dr Janeeka Benoit, also known as Dr J, joins us to dive deep into what barriers face people, including athletes, when it comes to fitness and health.
The perspective that Dr J brought to this conversation is inspiring and also extremely helpful for breaking down big goals into bite sized pieces that eliminates overwhelm, encourages success for the long term, and empowers you to go...
2022-04-0153 min
Give Yourself A PromotionWhy Every Professional Woman Needs To Create Healthy Habits w/ Dr. JIn this episode, Armani sits down with Dr. Janeeka Benoit better known as Dr. J on social media is a Board Certified Internal Medicine and Sports Medicine Physician. She is also a runner, exercise enthusiast, and former ACE Certified personal trainer. As an osteopathic physician, Dr. J is focused on treating the whole body so people can live more fully and have life transformation from the inside out.💡 Show Notes 💡Unique Message: Learning which habits serve us and which ones that don’t allow us to become wholistically fit. We are what we repeatedly do and you...
2022-02-2827 min
Physical, Emotional, Health Secrets with Amanda Elise LoveEpisode 110 - Limiting Beliefs About Exercise with guest - Janeeka BenoitWhat is the definition of Exercise? - Exercise is a physical activity that is done in order to become stronger and healthierIn this episode we cover: Exercising consistently requires: 1. Healthy Mindset - becoming self-aware of your limiting beliefs 2. Affirming New Beliefs - creating affirming beliefs 3. Incorporating Change - curating your environment to support you, experimenting with structure You want to honor your body while you are here on this earth. Bio: Dr. Jan...
2022-02-0930 min
The Brainy MomsFrom Broken Bird to Falcon: The Benefits of Self-Affirming Beliefs with guest Dr. Janeeka BenoitWhat is the mission statement for your life? What beliefs about yourself are holding you back? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller, MS Psy interview Dr. Janeeka Benoit, physician and CEO of MEDFit DO. Dr. J shares the importance of recognizing and turning our self-limiting beliefs into self-affirming beliefs, and adopting a wellness mindset that can change the life course of our mental and physical health and that of our children. This is such an inspiring episode where we really dig in to the difference between seeing ourselves as broken birds o...
2022-02-0143 min
The Health Investment Podcast with Brooke SimonsonWhy Exercise Is Absolutely Critical For Disease Prevention | Dr. Janeeka BenoitEPISODE 120 - Dr. Janeeka Benoit (better known as “Dr. J” on social media) is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician and Sports Medicine Specialist. She's the Founder of MedFitDO and also a runner, exercise enthusiast, and former ACE Certified personal trainer. Not only does she enjoy caring for athletes, she also has a passion for preventing chronic disease through exercise so people can live holistically healthier lives, both mentally and physically. As an osteopathic physician, Dr. J is focused on treating the whole body so people can live more fully and have life transformation from the inside out. In the episode...
2022-01-3149 min
Curate Your Health with Dr Heather HammerstedtEpisode 181: Exercise as Medicine - H.A.B.I.T BuildingDr. Janeeka Benoit, aka Dr. J, will discuss Exercise as Medicine - H.A.B.I.T Building. Some of us have genetic dispositions for health issues, but we can make changes through exercise. We don't need to have limiting beliefs; we can take control of our lives and break unhealthy cycles. How can we start healthy exercise habits? Dr. J will share tips and helpful information to explore exercise as medicine. Dr. Janeeka Benoit, better known as Dr. J on social media, is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician and Sports Medicine Specialist. She i...
2021-12-0816 min
Nourish, Eat, RepeatCreating the Exercise Habit with Dr. Janeeka BenoitIn this week’s episode Dr. J, a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician and Sports Medicine Specialist, shares her mission and passion for using exercise to prevent and manage chronic disease. Her acronym H.A.B.I.T. teaches us how to identify our excuses and transition them into action. This week’s recipe is a Greek Yogurt parfait.
2021-11-0236 min
This Osteopathic LifeConversations - Dr. Janeeka BenoitFitness as a solution to chronic disease, favorite races, all things osteopathic medicine- this was a great conversation with Janeeka Benoit, D.O.!
Dr. Janeeka Benoit better known as Dr. J on social media is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician and Sports Medicine Specialist. She is a runner, exercise enthusiast, and former ACE Certified personal trainer. Not only does she enjoy caring for athletes, she also has a passion for preventing chronic disease through using exercise as medicine so people can avoid taking pills and/or cut back on their pill bottles. As an osteopathic physician, Dr. J is...
2021-10-3028 min
Nutrient SistersS3E11:Exercise as Medicine: A Conversation with Dr. Janeeka BenoitIn this episode of Nutrient Sister's Podcast, we speak with Board-Certified Internal Medicine Physician and Sports Medicine Specialist- Dr.Janeeka Benoit. Listen as we add to the conversation on exercise and how it can prevent disease. Here about Dr. J's mission to reduce or eliminate your medication regime by exercising.
This Episode Will Cover:
A beginner's guide to exercise
Is it necessary to warm up and cool down?
Are rest days necessary to include in an exercise routine?
How can you prevent injuries during a workout?
What is better, a full-body workout or targeted areas during e...
2021-10-1138 min
Friday Night Feels with Patrick MonetteFriday Night Feels with Patrick Monette and Guest Co Host Dr. Janeeka BenoitThis is a show that focuses on a variety of wellness related issues such as mental health, addiction, health concerns, stress management, anger management, relationship struggles, mindfulness, and much more. The focus of this show is to connect during difficult times and be able to talk about issues that affect us all and how to be the healthiest versions of ourselves that we can be. Each show I will invite a guest co -host/s to join me and answer people’s questions and issues. My Guest Co Host this week is Dr. Janeeka Benoit better known as Dr. J...
2021-10-0246 min
The Art of HealingHABIT, Healthy Movement and the Autonomic Nervous System with Dr. JSend us a textThis special Art of Healing Podcast Episode with a guest, Dr. J!Dr. J, or Dr. Janeeka Benoit, better known as Dr. J on social media is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician and Sports Medicine Specialist. She is a runner, exercise enthusiast, and former ACE Certified personal trainer.Not only does she enjoy caring for athletes, she also has a passion for preventing chronic disease through using exercise as medicine so people can avoid taking pills and/or cut back on their pill bottles.As an osteopathic physician...
2021-09-2728 min
Simply Worth It: Physician Negotiations with Dr. Linda StreetNegotiating Strategies for Grads: Why You Don’t Have to Settle Because You’re New w/Dr. Janeeka BenoitWhen you’re hunting for a job straight out of training you’re taught to be grateful for whatever opportunity is on the table, and sign on the dotted line, no questions asked. Why ruffle feathers when you’re lucky to be getting hired at all? It’s a flawed mindset, but one that’s very common in medicine, and holds us back from getting a job that serves us. The truth is: negotiation is as much a necessity for grads and new attendings as it is for seasoned physicians with years of exp...
2021-09-2326 min
Sky Women's HealthEpisode 40: Exercise as MedicineJoin host, Dr. Carolyn Moyers, as she chats with Dr. Janeeka Benoit. Better known as Dr. J on social media, she is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician and Sports Medicine Specialist. She is a runner, exercise enthusiast, and former ACE Certified personal trainer. Not only does she enjoy caring for athletes, she also has a passion for teaching her patients how to use exercise as medicine to decrease their pill burden.
You can catch her on Instagram demonstrating easy and practical ways to exercise at home or on YouTube talking about we can us...
2021-08-2518 min