Business With Chronic Illness: Women Entrepreneurs Navigating Burnout & Autoimmune Conditions

Business With Chronic Illness: Women Entrepreneurs Navigating Burnout & Autoimmune Conditions

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Business With Chronic Illness: Women Entrepreneurs Navigating Burnout & Autoimmune Conditions episodes

  • How to Confidently Raise Your Rates

    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 setting a fair price.
    • I share an exercise to help you create awareness and boost confidence.
    • The exercises will help you stop comparing your prices to others' or assuming what people can afford and so you can stop limiting your potential earnings.
    • You'll feel more empowered to be transparent about your pricing and the results of your work so you can help attract the right clients and build trust.

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    Products We Love + Special Guest Gifts → Want to support the show and treat yourself? We’ve created a quick-access list of products I personally use and love, exclusive savings from podcast guests, and other gems that can help you live well and do business with chronic illness. Explore our faves + savings here!

    Subscribe HERE to Chronically Profitable, A free exclusive weekly email series designed for creatives and women with chronic illnesses. You'll learn how to make a liveable income with your hobbies, professional skills, and innate talents by building a successful online coaching business with simple strategies that work for you, even on flare days, and feel better living with chronic illness.

    To Start and Grow A Coaching or Service-Based Business with Chronic Illness, Book A Free Sales Call With Nikita Here.

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    13 min
  • The 4 Chronic Illness Identity States (and Their Impact on Your Business)

    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 this podcast, I share the importance of identifying the aspects of oneself that cause negative self-beliefs and self-destructive patterns for those of us living with chronic illness. By recognizing these negative beliefs, entrepreneurs can take the necessary steps to overcome self-sabotage and achieve their goals. I also emphasize the need for self-compassion and self-care, as these habits can help entrepreneurs maintain a positive mindset and achieve long-term success.

    In this episode, you will be able to:

    • Grasp the significance of the four chronic illness identity states and their impact on our lives.
    • Tackle self-sabotaging behaviors that affect your life and business success.
    • Discover the 5% rule to reframe thoughts and actions to concentrate on in all aspects of your life.
    • Embrace the wholeness of your identity, integrating every facet of your being.

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    Support the show

    Loved this episode? Leave a review: https://www.craftedtothrive.com/reviews/new/

    Products We Love + Special Guest Gifts → Want to support the show and treat yourself? We’ve created a quick-access list of products I personally use and love, exclusive savings from podcast guests, and other gems that can help you live well and do business with chronic illness. Explore our faves + savings here!

    Subscribe HERE to Chronically Profitable, A free exclusive weekly email series designed for creatives and women with chronic illnesses. You'll learn how to make a liveable income with your hobbies, professional skills, and innate talents by building a successful online coaching business with simple strategies that work for you, even on flare days, and feel better living with chronic illness.

    To Start and Grow A Coaching or Service-Based Business with Chronic Illness, Book A Free Sales Call With Nikita Here.

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    34 min
  • The Business Advice to Unfollow Right Now

    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 business apply HERE and book a sales call to work with me 1:1 so you can make $100,000 with ease with chronic illness by launching a podcast. 


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    Loved this episode? Leave a review: https://www.craftedtothrive.com/reviews/new/

    Products We Love + Special Guest Gifts → Want to support the show and treat yourself? We’ve created a quick-access list of products I personally use and love, exclusive savings from podcast guests, and other gems that can help you live well and do business with chronic illness. Explore our faves + savings here!

    Subscribe HERE to Chronically Profitable, A free exclusive weekly email series designed for creatives and women with chronic illnesses. You'll learn how to make a liveable income with your hobbies, professional skills, and innate talents by building a successful online coaching business with simple strategies that work for you, even on flare days, and feel better living with chronic illness.

    To Start and Grow A Coaching or Service-Based Business with Chronic Illness, Book A Free Sales Call With Nikita Here.

    Follow Nikita on Instagram
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    15 min
  • Unpacking Grief, Power of Community Care & Empowerment with TYSAH Founders

    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-care while partnering with causes around the world. Since launching TYSAH, they have been spreading their message across the US and El Salvador, collaborating with other non-profit organizations and small business owners to provide helpful resources. Join us to learn about their efforts to create accessible communities that normalize grief, mental health, and healing conversations.

    In this episode, you'll gain insights into the role of community care in overcoming grief and surmounting challenges.

    Check out their recent nonprofit partner: https://projectbear.com/

    Send Me A Text & Share Your QA's or Thoughts

    Support the show

    Loved this episode? Leave a review: https://www.craftedtothrive.com/reviews/new/

    Products We Love + Special Guest Gifts → Want to support the show and treat yourself? We’ve created a quick-access list of products I personally use and love, exclusive savings from podcast guests, and other gems that can help you live well and do business with chronic illness. Explore our faves + savings here!

    Subscribe HERE to Chronically Profitable, A free exclusive weekly email series designed for creatives and women with chronic illnesses. You'll learn how to make a liveable income with your hobbies, professional skills, and innate talents by building a successful online coaching business with simple strategies that work for you, even on flare days, and feel better living with chronic illness.

    To Start and Grow A Coaching or Service-Based Business with Chronic Illness, Book A Free Sales Call With Nikita Here.

    Follow Nikita on Instagram
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    51 min
  • How to Uncomplicate Business Growth

    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 new episodes are released on most Mondays. Nikita draws from her own journey and that of her clients to provide insights that will help you reset, embrace new ways of thinking and take actionable steps toward creating clarity and success in your business.

    If you're feeling weighed down by the demands of your business and the noise of marketing and expectations, this series is for you. Nikita provides practical advice on protecting your mental and physical health, maintaining your creativity, and embracing your strengths to make a greater impact with your challenges.


    Send Me A Text & Share Your QA's or Thoughts

    Support the show

    Loved this episode? Leave a review: https://www.craftedtothrive.com/reviews/new/

    Products We Love + Special Guest Gifts → Want to support the show and treat yourself? We’ve created a quick-access list of products I personally use and love, exclusive savings from podcast guests, and other gems that can help you live well and do business with chronic illness. Explore our faves + savings here!

    Subscribe HERE to Chronically Profitable, A free exclusive weekly email series designed for creatives and women with chronic illnesses. You'll learn how to make a liveable income with your hobbies, professional skills, and innate talents by building a successful online coaching business with simple strategies that work for you, even on flare days, and feel better living with chronic illness.

    To Start and Grow A Coaching or Service-Based Business with Chronic Illness, Book A Free Sales Call With Nikita Here.

    Follow Nikita on Instagram
    ...

    10 min
  • From Side Hustle to Full-Time Success: Hailey's Entrepreneurial Journey

    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.
    • Craft compelling propositions to grab and keep client interest.
    • Maintain determination and steadiness for potent marketing efforts.
    • Leverage relationship-focused marketing for enduring prosperity.
    • Integrate self-nurturing habits to counteract stress for entrepreneurs.

    In the podcast, Hailey shared her insights on the shifting marketing landscape and the importance of understanding market expectations.

    Check out the episode I did on her show here.

    Send Me A Text & Share Your QA's or Thoughts

    Support the show

    Loved this episode? Leave a review: https://www.craftedtothrive.com/reviews/new/

    Products We Love + Special Guest Gifts → Want to support the show and treat yourself? We’ve created a quick-access list of products I personally use and love, exclusive savings from podcast guests, and other gems that can help you live well and do business with chronic illness. Explore our faves + savings here!

    Subscribe HERE to Chronically Profitable, A free exclusive weekly email series designed for creatives and women with chronic illnesses. You'll learn how to make a liveable income with your hobbies, professional skills, and innate talents by building a successful online coaching business with simple strategies that work for you, even on flare days, and feel better living with chronic illness.

    To Start and Grow A Coaching or Service-Based Business with Chronic Illness, Book A Free Sales Call With Nikita Here.

    Follow Nikita on Instagram
    ...

    39 min
  • Want to Increase Client Enrollments? Do This.

    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 through podcasting.
    • Handpick strategic guests to deliver targeted, audience-driven content.
    • Cultivate listener loyalty by extending your service beyond podcast episodes.
    • Showcase your unique expertise to attract and engage potential clients.
    • Harness the power of your personal story for genuine podcast success.

    "As a chronic illness warrior, you are so equipped with the tools to create a podcast that creates this authentic, genuine connection that makes it impossible for people not to want to be on your show and makes it impossible for people not to want to work with you." - Nikita Williams

    Send Me A Text & Share Your QA's or Thoughts

    Support the show

    Loved this episode? Leave a review: https://www.craftedtothrive.com/reviews/new/

    Products We Love + Special Guest Gifts → Want to support the show and treat yourself? We’ve created a quick-access list of products I personally use and love, exclusive savings from podcast guests, and other gems that can help you live well and do business with chronic illness. Explore our faves + savings here!

    Subscribe HERE to Chronically Profitable, A free exclusive weekly email series designed for creatives and women with chronic illnesses. You'll learn how to make a liveable income with your hobbies, professional skills, and innate talents by building a successful online coaching business with simple strategies that work for you, even on flare days, and feel better living with chronic illness.

    To Start and Grow A Coaching or Service-Based Business with Chronic Illness, Book A Free Sales Call With Nikita Here.

    Follow Nikita on Instagram
    ...

    25 min
  • Why Every Chronic Illness Entrepreneur Needs a Podcast

    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 versatile, search-engine-optimized content. 2. Learn how to enhance your influence and authority by engaging in meaningful podcast discussions. 3. Uncover the secret to cultivating authentic connections and a thriving community through your podcast. 4. Grasp the ways podcasting provides flexibility to entrepreneurs coping with chronic illnesses. 5. Master the art of converting podcast guests into genuine, heartfelt clients.

    The resources mentioned in this episode are:

    • Start a podcast to create long-form, repurposable content that serves you beyond the algorithm of social media.
    • Use a podcast platform to build a community of like-minded individuals and create your Free Champion Sales Team.
    • Leverage your podcast to put yourself in other people's worlds by being a guest on other podcasts and sharing your expertise.
    • Gear your podcast content toward your ideal client and share your personal journey as a business owner living with chronic illness.
    • Repurpose your podcast content for social media and other platforms to maximize its reach and impact.

    Send Me A Text & Share Your QA's or Thoughts

    Support the show

    Loved this episode? Leave a review: https://www.craftedtothrive.com/reviews/new/

    Products We Love + Special Guest Gifts → Want to support the show and treat yourself? We’ve created a quick-access list of products I personally use and love, exclusive savings from podcast guests, and other gems that can help you live well and do business with chronic illness. Explore our faves + savings here!

    Subscribe HERE to Chronically Profitable, A free exclusive weekly email series designed for creatives and women with chronic illnesses. You'll learn how to make a liveable income with your hobbies, professional skills, and innate talents by building a successful online coaching business with simple strategies that work for you, even on flare days, and feel better living with chronic illness.

    To Start and Grow A Coaching or Service-Based Business with Chronic Illness, Book A Free Sales Call With Nikita Here.

    Follow Nikita on Instagram
    ...

    40 min
  • Navigating Your Health While Starting a Health Coaching Business with Kendra Perry

    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, including chronic insomnia and severe fatigue, influenced her decision to become a health coach. Kendra shares her passion for helping health coaches build their online businesses and shares her insights on how to build a successful health coaching business without sacrificing your health.

    In this episode, you'll learn:

    • If starting a health coaching business is for you and how to overcome some of the imposter syndromes that may be holding you back from taking the leap.
    • How to decide on a niche for your health coaching business the right way.
    • When and who to ask for help in growing your health coaching business?

    If you're interested in learning more about how to start an online business or how to become a health coach, this episode is a must-listen!

    Check out My Episode on Kendra's Podcast The Wealthy Coach.

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    Support the show

    Loved this episode? Leave a review: https://www.craftedtothrive.com/reviews/new/

    Products We Love + Special Guest Gifts → Want to support the show and treat yourself? We’ve created a quick-access list of products I personally use and love, exclusive savings from podcast guests, and other gems that can help you live well and do business with chronic illness. Explore our faves + savings here!

    Subscribe HERE to Chronically Profitable, A free exclusive weekly email series designed for creatives and women with chronic illnesses. You'll learn how to make a liveable income with your hobbies, professional skills, and innate talents by building a successful online coaching business with simple strategies that work for you, even on flare days, and feel better living with chronic illness.

    To Start and Grow A Coaching or Service-Based Business with Chronic Illness, Book A Free Sales Call With Nikita Here.

    Follow Nikita on Instagram
    ...

    38 min
  • 3 Tools Every Entrepreneur with Endometriosis Needs

    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 many different ways, helping me to feel more empowered, find more than just physical relief, and discover new thoughts to overcome doubts and fears."

    Also, check out my special curated private podcast series HERE called, Thrive with Endometriosis.

    Learn more about Endometriosis HERE.

    Send Me A Text & Share Your QA's or Thoughts

    Support the show

    Loved this episode? Leave a review: https://www.craftedtothrive.com/reviews/new/

    Products We Love + Special Guest Gifts → Want to support the show and treat yourself? We’ve created a quick-access list of products I personally use and love, exclusive savings from podcast guests, and other gems that can help you live well and do business with chronic illness. Explore our faves + savings here!

    Subscribe HERE to Chronically Profitable, A free exclusive weekly email series designed for creatives and women with chronic illnesses. You'll learn how to make a liveable income with your hobbies, professional skills, and innate talents by building a successful online coaching business with simple strategies that work for you, even on flare days, and feel better living with chronic illness.

    To Start and Grow A Coaching or Service-Based Business with Chronic Illness, Book A Free Sales Call With Nikita Here.

    Follow Nikita on Instagram
    ...

    21 min

About Business With Chronic Illness: Women Entrepreneurs Navigating Burnout & Autoimmune Conditions

From the publisher's feed

Building a business as a woman entrepreneur with chronic illness comes with realities that most business advice never addresses — burnout, unpredictable energy, and the need to put health first while still wanting meaningful growth.