Episodes

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:...

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 s...

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 LISTENIN...

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 A...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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 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 sett...

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.

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 bu...