Nancy Garfinkel
Nancy Garfinkel is a no-fluff business coach, productivity expert, and time strategist for women who are ready to move past the chaos and start executing. After a distinguished 35-year career in healthcare operations, Nancy founded her own consulting and coaching business, Nancy Garfinkel, The No BS Coach, bringing her deep expertise in leadership, operational efficiency, and strategic execution to entrepreneurs and professionals seeking clarity and results.
Throughout her 35+ years in healthcare leadership, Nancy built a reputation for exceeding business goals, optimizing physician practices, and improving patient experiences. She has successfully led practice expansions, secured staff and physician loyalty, and implemented innovative solutions to streamline operations. Her leadership style combines structure with just the right dose of sass, ensuring her clients leave overwhelmed no longer, but equipped with clarity, momentum, and tangible results.
Nancy has held senior roles in some of the nation’s top healthcare organizations, including Bayhealth, Mount Sinai Health System, AdvantageCare Physicians, NYU Langone Health, and Affiliated Physicians. In these roles, she oversaw multi-specialty practices, managed hundreds of employees and providers, implemented EMR systems, and led quality and process improvements that directly impacted patient satisfaction and financial performance. Her hands-on experience in practice management, physician relations, employee engagement, and strategic planning allows her to bring real-world solutions to the table for her coaching clients.
Building on her extensive operational and leadership experience, Nancy created Execution Wins!, a 13-week course designed to help people overcome procrastination and master time management. Every tool, template, and strategy in the program was designed by someone who has navigated the same challenges, demonstrating how disciplined follow-through can create freedom, confidence, and measurable results.
In addition to her operational expertise, Nancy is a seasoned entrepreneur and real estate investor. She brings the same discipline, insight, and execution-focused mindset to her business coaching clients, helping them turn ideas into action and achieve sustainable growth. Her philosophy is simple: execution wins. Nancy teaches her clients to stop planning endlessly and start finishing projects with clarity, confidence, and accountability.
A graduate of New York University with a Master of Public Administration in Health Policy and Management, and a certificate in Project Leadership from Cornell University, Nancy blends academic knowledge with decades of practical experience. She is recognized not only for her professional accomplishments but also for her mentorship, optimism, and unwavering commitment to helping others succeed.
• The Beryl Institute
- Certificate In Patient Experience Leadership
• Cornell University
- Certificate in Project Leadership
• American University - BA, Psychology
• New York University - MPA
• Women Leadership Organization
• Get Together Girl's Network
• American College of Healthcare Executives
• Medical Group Management Association
• National Association of Professional Women
• The Beryl Institute
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to determination, finding what I love to do, and helping others along the way. These elements have guided me through challenges and motivated me to keep moving forward, even when the path wasn’t always clear.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve received is to follow your heart and instinct, help others learn, and always be kind. This guidance has shaped the way I approach my work and relationships, ensuring that I stay true to my values while making an impact.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
To young women entering the industry, I would say: let your voice be heard, stand up for yourself, and take the time to teach others. Your confidence and willingness to share knowledge will not only elevate your career but also inspire those around you.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in my industry has been getting more exposure to reach out to others, marketing my new company, and helping as many people and businesses as possible. Every obstacle has been an opportunity to grow, learn, and expand my impact.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
I value making a difference each day, being eager to learn, and always trying new things—change is good. Outside of work, I enjoy gardening, tending to succulents, and baking, which allow me to nurture creativity and find balance in my life.
Locations
Nancy Garfinkel, The No BS Coach
Fuquay-varina, NC 27526