Selling doesn’t have to feel hard, especially when you're navigating the challenges of chronic illness or burnout. In today’s episode, we dive into the three key problems that often keep us from converting leads into sales and how to tackle them with what I call the rooted sales process. We…
What happens when your growing business starts demanding more than your body can give? In this episode of Business with Chronic Illness, I'm joined by Stephanie DiPisa, founder of Solara Suncare, (https://solarasuncare.com/) mom of three, and Chronic Lyme advocate, to talk about the hard but necessary truth: sometimes the best…
You’re not burnt out because you’re doing business wrong. You’re burnt out because you’re doing it like your body doesn’t matter. And if you’re living with chronic illness or fatigue? That mismatch creates a level of exhaustion that no planner, productivity hack, or script can fix. Rooted Sales isn’t here…
Your voice might be trying to tell you something—and it’s not just about being hoarse or tired after a long day. In this episode of Business with Chronic Illness, Nikita reconnects with vocal vitality coach Brienne Hennessy to explore the surprising signs your voice could be sending you about your…
Hi, I’m Nikita Williams, award-winning business coach and top-rated host of the Business with Chronic Illness podcast. I help creatives and women navigating chronic illness or burnout build businesses that are sustainable, profitable, and rooted in rest not hustle. ✨ On this channel, you’ll find: Conversations with top women entrepreneurs…
Ever been told to "just journal it out" and felt completely stuck? You're not broken—you're just trying to force a system that wasn't designed for your brain, body, or energy. In this episode, I'm sharing why writing feels impossible when you're burned out (spoiler: it's not a mindset problem), the…
What happens when your capacity looks different every single day, but your business still has to keep moving forward? In this episode of Business with Chronic Illness, I’m joined by Ashley Carlson, an agency owner, mom of two, and chronic illness advocate, to talk about the hard but freeing truth:…
In this powerful conversation, Justine opens up about how living with multiple autoimmune conditions for over 20 years didn't limit her business success—it became her secret weapon. From closing $5K sales calls from hospital beds to building a thriving consultancy, Justine shares why chronic illness taught her the exact skills…
In this heartfelt and wisdom-packed conversation, Nikita sits down with entrepreneur and community builder Pallavi Pande, founder of Dtcos and Dtcos Consulting. Paula shares how growing up in India, navigating chronic pain, and honoring her cultural values led her to build not one but two purpose-driven businesses while parenting and…
Is food guilt quietly draining your capacity to show up in parts of your life and business? In this episode, we explore what cravings, restriction, and shame around food might be trying to tell you not just about your body, but about your business. I’m joined by integrative nutrition health…
If you’re trying to make money while managing chronic illness, this episode is your gentle nudge and grounded strategy all in one. Whether you’re dreaming of replacing your income, supporting your household, or finally getting paid for the work you love—this episode breaks down how to create a business that…
If you’ve ever felt like you were just trying to hold it all together… this episode is a soft landing. Whether you’re navigating grief, chronic illness, trauma, or life just isn’t turning out the way you imagined, this is a conversation about what happens when you’re no longer okay, and…
Have you ever wondered how someone builds an entire haircare brand without any outside investors while navigating cancer, health challenges, and life constantly interrupting their plans? In this episode, I’m talking with Lynn Power, (https://www.lovemasami.com/THRIVEWITHNIKITA) founder of Masami (https://www.lovemasami.com/THRIVEWITHNIKITA) , a clean haircare brand built from the ground up. Lynn…
In today’s episode, we’re exploring a question so many women with chronic illness as entrepreneurs may avoid asking themselves: Is denial about your health keeping my business – and your life – stuck or even limiting my growth? I sit down with Diane Hinds, (https://www.dianehindswrites.com/) an entertainment publicist, creative producer,…
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Drawing from personal experiences and the latest research, we delve into the profound impact of working with chronic illness in entrepreneurship. This episode is all about shifting the narrative around how we approach business as women living with chronic conditions. We discuss the importance of recognizing that our health should…
If you’re navigating chronic illness, burnout, or just done with hustle culture—but still want to grow a profitable, purpose-driven business—this conversation is for you. In this episode, I’m joined by podcast strategist Isabella Sanchez Castañeda (https://www.isamediainc.com) for a deep dive into how long-form content like podcasting is becoming essential for…
If you’ve been told that lead generation means pitching constantly, being visible everywhere, or following a one-size-fits-all funnel strategy… this episode is going to feel like a deep breath. In this solo episode, I share the most powerful (and overlooked) way to grow your audience, build trust, and attract aligned…
Thinking about leaving your 9–5, but chronic illness makes it feel impossible? In this honest and empowering episode, I sit down with Liz Carmines (https://www.socialwithpurpose.co/) —business owner and social media strategist—who shares her personal journey of navigating pain, brain fog, and burnout while working in corporate…and how she knew it…
In this episode of Business with Chronic Illness, I’m unpacking the unseen, unspoken emotional workload that so many of us carry before we ever open our laptops or talk to a client. From managing symptoms in silence, to performing “fine” for others, to overthinking how we’re perceived — this episode…
Your voice might be trying to tell you something—and it’s not just about being hoarse or tired after a long day. In this episode of Business with Chronic Illness, Nikita reconnects with vocal vitality coach Brianne Hennessy (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brienne-hennessy/) to explore the surprising signs your voice could be sending you about…
What if you didn’t have to show up every single day to grow your business? In this episode of Business with Chronic Illness, we’re challenging the idea that visibility requires constant online presence—especially when you’re living with chronic illness. You’ll learn how to build a marketing system that works with…
If you feel stuck, burnt out, or like success is harder for you than it is for everyone else—you’re not broken. But you might be building your business the hard way. Too many entrepreneurs try to grow their businesses like they don’t have real-life challenges—whether it’s chronic illness, past trauma,…
