In this empowering episode, holistic health coach Emily Ruth demystifies the complex world of women's health and wellness. Navigate the labyrinth of hormonal fluctuations, stress management, and self-care practices with tips and insights that will revolutionize how you approach your health. Stop outsourcing your well-being and start listening to the ultimate expert: you. Tune in to reclaim your agency, find peace in your health journey, and foster a loving relationship with your body. Walk Away ...
Oct 20, 2023•37 min•Season 6Ep. 145
Join us for a candid conversation with Samantha, founder of Nomad Copy Agency. Learn her unique approach to "edu selling," discover when it's time to hire a copywriter and gain valuable insights on managing a business while dealing with chronic illness. Samantha also offers a bonus tip through her free opt-in audit service, aimed at increasing your subscriber rate. With the right strategies, you too can turn your passion into a thriving business. 💡 What You'll Learn : Master Edu Selling : How t...
Oct 13, 2023•41 min•Season 6Ep. 144
In this episode, we delve deep into the business strategies of offering discounts versus bonuses. With the sales season upon us, it's crucial to make decisions that not only drive revenue but also resonate with our brand and clientele. What you'll learn: The Psychology Behind the Choices: Why do some customers lean towards discounts while others value bonuses? Understanding this can be the key to tailoring your offers. Energetic and Financial Implications: Especially for service-based entreprene...
Oct 06, 2023•20 min•Season 6Ep. 143
Stepping into unfamiliar territory while managing chronic illness? Tune in to our conversation with Yvette, a first-gen coach who knows the struggles firsthand. She offers golden nuggets on managing energy, drawing boundaries, and staying on track when every day brings a new challenge. Discover the art of advocating for yourself, ensuring you get the right accommodations, and handling unwarranted judgments in new spaces. Whether you're venturing into new academic realms, business territories, or...
Sep 29, 2023•48 min•Season 6Ep. 142
In today's podcast episode, as part of the Create your Clarity Mini Podcast Series, I'm diving into four essential strategies to help you de-stress your marketing and sales efforts. Drawing from my journey and client results, I'll share what you need to do when you feel lost in the weeds of the advice on growing your business marketing online and offline. Plus, you'll hear why it's crucial to bravely stand your ground and let your unique business approach shine. Here's what you'll walk away with...
Sep 25, 2023•22 min•Season 6Ep. 141
Join us for a candid chat with entrepreneur Laura Meyer on building lasting client relationships through relationship marketing. Learn how authentic connections can transform your business. Laura also shares her personal journey battling endometriosis and navigating motherhood. By forming genuine connections and nurturing authentic relationships, you can fuel long-term business success and leave the pain of stagnant growth behind. In this episode, you will: Understand the transformative role of ...
Sep 22, 2023•49 min•Season 6Ep. 140
Ever wondered what those gurus mean when they say, "Tell your story in your marketing"? For entrepreneurs with chronic illnesses, weaving your life's story can be tricky and feel scary because your experiences real and not just a tactic—it's part of the reason why you do what you do and how it transforms your life. In this episode, I'll give you the simple actionable way of articulating your life's journey with safety and confidence that WILL elevate your business growth. Discover how to: Share ...
Sep 15, 2023•30 min•Season 6Ep. 139
In the latest episode of the 'Create Your Clarity Series', we deep-dive into the state of overwhelm that entrepreneurs with chronic illness encounter. Explore the root causes of feeling overwhelmed, whether it’s the abundance of tasks or simply a change in perspective. Discover the impact of overwhelm on the body and the mind, especially for those living with chronic illnesses. Dive into actionable tools and strategies to navigate, understand, and overcome these feelings. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH ...
Sep 11, 2023•15 min•Season 6Ep. 138
Delve into an enlightening conversation with Cinthia Pacheco, a trailblazing SEO and health wellness marketer. Cinthia unveils her transformative journey with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, showing how her personal experiences guide women entrepreneurs with chronic illnesses toward creating sustainable and impactful businesses. Join us and uncover valuable insights, strategies, and the power of resilience in the face of challenges. This episode promises a blend of business acumen and personal stre...
Sep 08, 2023•52 min•Season 6Ep. 137
Feeling drained and not seeing the profits you expected or wanted in your business? For entrepreneurs juggling chronic illnesses, the question isn't just about how much to charge all the time but also how your pricing affects you on an energetic level. In this episode titled "How to Know If You're Undercharging and How It Shows Up Energetically?" We dive into the critical relationship between your pricing strategy and your energy. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: Learn about th...
Sep 01, 2023•27 min•Season 6Ep. 136
Have you experienced a time where you’re juggling your symptoms flawlessly, only to have your chronic illness throw something new at you? Our guest today, Angie McPherson, knows the feeling. Angie’s world turned upside down when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, and she lives today to tell her raw, real, and personal story of what it actually looks like to build your business while prioritizing your health and wellbeing BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: What changed in Angie...
Aug 25, 2023•49 min•Season 6Ep. 135
Want to know my secret sauce to steady audience growth? You’re holding it in your hands — it’s this podcast. As an entrepreneur with chronic illness, my podcast has been a lifeline, because it works as my virtual salesperson 24/7 and it keeps my business going when I can’t. Today I’m revealing how entrepreneurs with chronic illness can automate their audience growth and create sustainable income with ease by leveraging the power of podcasting in their business. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, ...
Aug 25, 2023•20 min•Season 6Ep. 134
Ever wish you had the energy to run your business like the successful entrepreneurs who seem to be everywhere at once? It’s entirely possible when you learn how to tap into the power of automation. Lyme Warrior and automations queen Jess Kotzer joins me today to help you find the systems and workflows that *work* for you — so you can build a business that runs without you. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: How Jess embraced her chronic illness and automated her business to six f...
Aug 25, 2023•44 min•Season 6Ep. 133
Have you ever felt on top of the world, running your business, eating right, making connections — only for the pain, fatigue, or other symptoms to pull the rug right out from under you? As an entrepreneur with chronic illness, flare-ups are a given — but they don’t have to undermine your business growth. This week I’m sharing my roadmap to help you navigate your flare-ups so you can have space to breathe, without risking your business growth. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: Th...
Aug 25, 2023•30 min•Season 6Ep. 132
Have you ever felt completely overwhelmed with the entrepreneurial world’s constant “show up” messaging when it feels like you can barely show up to your next doctor’s appointment? If you’re struggling to balance your full time job as a chronic illness warrior with your dream job of owning your own business, worry not! Today I’m sharing the three things I wish I was able to tell myself at the beginning of my entrepreneurial journey so you can create a the balanced, sustainable business of your d...
Aug 25, 2023•30 min•Season 6Ep. 131
Welcome to Crafted to Thrive for entrepreneurs with chronic illness. I'm Nikita Williams, your host, and I'm absolutely thrilled to welcome you. This podcast is all about how to effectively navigate the ups and downs of our journeys. Entrepreneurs living with chronic illness. You're joining hundreds of women who have said yes to creating a profitable business that gives you what you need to live and earn well. From the show's inception, I've always wanted this to be a place of empowerment for cr...
Aug 23, 2023•3 min
From feeling defeated and trapped to standing on a stage in Brooklyn, this chronic illness warrior's journey takes an unexpected twist that will leave you inspired and hopeful for your own journey. But what was the belief borrowed from a friend that led to this transformation? Keep reading to find out, or better yet, tune in now. In this episode, you will be able to: Tackle complications arising from flare-ups while exploring new places. Grasp the significance of persistence and utilizing your a...
Jun 02, 2023•14 min•Season 4Ep. 130
In this episode, we welcome our guest Catina Morrison , a registered nurse, chronic illness advocate, and coach. Catina shares her personal journey of overcoming imposter syndrome while navigating the challenges of chronic illness and building a successful business. Through our candid discussions, Catina highlights the importance of self-advocacy, self-awareness, and building supportive relationships in combating imposter syndrome. She emphasizes the value of recognizing one's expertise and wort...
May 26, 2023•51 min•Season 4Ep. 129
In this episode, I'll guide you through the process of embracing your uniqueness. Whether you're a photographer, a creative service provider, or a coach, I'll show you how to stand out from the competition. By incorporating your values and the values you want your clients to share, you'll create a powerful connection that resonates with your ideal clients. Tune in as I provide practical tips and strategies to help you refine your messaging. I'll introduce the "Real You Framework," a proven tool ...
May 16, 2023•19 min•Season 4Ep. 128
If you've experienced trauma that you suspect has contributed to your chronic illness, and you've been feeling frustrated and defeated after trying various pain management techniques only to experience little to no relief, then you are not alone! In this episode, our guest Fari Gonzaque, and I share how to thrive with Fibromyalgia: Mitigate the impact of Fibromyalgia using efficient techniques for managing chronic pain. Dispel the shadow of pain with an empowering change of perspective grounded ...
May 12, 2023•46 min•Season 4Ep. 127
In this podcast episode, I share an exercise that helps photographers, coaches, and other service base entrepreneurs gain clarity and confidence in setting prices for their services. You'll do this by identifying and acknowledging the time, effort, and investment that has been and is going into developing their skills and offerings, so you can overcome the fear of charging too much or feeling guilty about making a profit. Main takeaways: Believing in the value of your work is essential in settin...
May 08, 2023•12 min•Season 4Ep. 126
If you're feeling the overwhelming frustration and disappointment of repeatedly taking action towards your entrepreneurial goals, only to be met with frustration and feeling, here's another way my chronic illness has taken something from me, then you are not alone, and In this episode is for YOU! I share my insights on overcoming self-sabotaging behaviors and cultivating self-compassion. I help entrepreneurs identify and address any self-sabotaging behaviors that hold them back from success. In ...
May 05, 2023•33 min•Season 4Ep. 125
Do you ever feel like you're losing your clarity? There are two main reasons for this: 1) Constantly feeling like you're not doing enough, and 2) Always trying to find the "perfect" way to do things. In this episode of the "Create Your Clarity" Series podcast, I discuss what you can do to achieve business growth and success by embracing imperfection and staying true to yourself. If you’d like to stop feeling lost and feel confidently imperfect and just 5% more confident on what to do in your bus...
May 01, 2023•15 min•Season 4Ep. 124
If you're struggling to find accessible healing tools that promote self-care and community support and feel frustrated, anxious, and overwhelmed, know that you're not alone, this episode is for you. Gabriela Brown and Alejandra Mejia have come together to create TYSAH. This for-profit organization offers resources and support for individuals with mental health issues, grief, chronic illness, and more. Their mission is to foster connections, celebrate experiences of overcoming, and promote self-c...
Apr 28, 2023•51 min•Season 4Ep. 123
Welcome to "Create Your Clarity," the exclusive mini-series that provides coaching on how to get unstuck and grow your business as a chronic illness warrior. Hosted by Nikita Williams, this series focuses on helping listeners feel more confident in growing their businesses while living with chronic illness. In this series, Nikita shares specific strategies to help entrepreneurs get unstuck, overcome challenges and become more confident in their businesses. Each episode is 15 minutes or less, and...
Apr 24, 2023•10 min•Season 4Ep. 122
With a background in marketing and sales, Hailey Rowe was no stranger to entrepreneurship. But she didn't expect the roller coaster ride of highs and lows that she encountered along the way. From burnout to staying focused on her goals, she discovered the secret to standing out in a saturated market; an offer that resonates with her audience. But the real question is - what does that offer to look like? In this episode, you will be able to: Surpass mental obstacles for ongoing business expansion...
Apr 21, 2023•39 min•Season 4Ep. 121
Little did I know that when I set out to share my story through podcasting, I would not only build authentic connections but create a space for others to do the same. Uncovering the power of these connections, I soon found myself on an unexpected journey of success and growth, learning that the secret to fostering genuine relationships is to be true to who you are and support those around you. In this episode, you will be able to: Forge authentic connections and develop a strong community throug...
Apr 14, 2023•25 min•Season 4Ep. 120
Discover 5 Reasons Why Podcasting is Perfect for Chronic Illness Warriors Struggling with a chronic illness and feeling helpless after a surgery, I never expected that podcasting would offer me a lifeline -- a sense of purpose, community, and the flexibility to manage my health, that I never thought possible. Little did I know, this medium would become my greatest ally and ultimately, the key to success. In this episode, you will be able to: 1. Discover the power of podcasting for creating versa...
Apr 07, 2023•40 min•Season 4Ep. 119
On this episode, our guest is Kendra Perry, a former multiple 6-figure Functional Health Coach turned online business strategist for wellness coaches and health practitioners, speaks with Nikita about her journey into health coaching. Kendra shares her struggles with health issues and how they led her online coaching business in 2014. She discusses her identity crisis after a reconstructive ACL surgery and how it pivoted her. She also talks about how her health issues after the surgery, includin...
Mar 31, 2023•38 min•Season 4Ep. 118
A chronic illness warrior discovers three unexpected tools - essential oils, EFT tapping, and sharing her story through a podcast - that empower her to manage her physical pain and create a thriving business with ease. You will learn the following: 1. How Essential Oils Changed the Life of an Endometriosis Warrior 2. The Power of EFT Tapping to Release Negative Energy 3. Sharing Your Story to Grow a Thriving Business with Ease Podcast Quote - "Essential oils have literally changed my life in so ...
Mar 24, 2023•21 min•Season 4Ep. 117
