Business With Chronic Illness

Nikita Williams
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Business With Chronic Illness

Making a living with chronic illness is not easy, and conflicting business advice fails to acknowledge the realities of growing a business with them. It’s time to say goodbye to one-size-fits-all strategies and unlock the missing links to starting and growing a thriving business without compromising your health. As a globally-ranked host and award-winning business coach, Nikita Williams, who is living with chronic illness, is here to equip you with proven techniques and personal insights to conquer the unique challenges of starting and growing a business while managing chronic illness. Get inspired by the stories of successful women who decided they wanted more freedom to have the option to quit their jobs, fund their Heal Me fund, pay off their medical debt, and live more, all by starting a business! Discover sustainable ways to make money with ease living with chronic illness, and join hundreds of women who have said “YES” to creating a profitable business that gives you what you need to live and earn well. 

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    How You Can Create a Flexible Business Model That Honors Your Health | Nitika Chopra

    What If Your Business Actually Worked With Your Health Instead of Against It? Traditional business advice wasn’t made for those of us managing chronic illness. The hustle, the long hours, the pressure—it’s exhausting and unsustainable. But what if your business could be built around your energy, your health, and your actual life? In this episode, I sit down with Nitika Chopra, founder of Chronicon, to discuss how she built a thriving business while navigating unpredictable health challenges—a...

    55 min

  2. FEB 7

    Evolving Identities: Chronic Illness and Self-Perception {Updated}

    After an unintentional break, Nikita returns with a fresh perspective—not just on her podcast, but on her own evolving identity with chronic illness. In this candid and thought-provoking episode, she shares the shifts she’s experienced, including why the term chronic illness warrior no longer resonates with her and how that realization is influencing her work, business, and even the future of the podcast itself. Could the show be getting a new name? Is hustle culture quietly sabotaging our we...

    19 min

  3. 12/13/2024

    How Eldest Daughters with Chronic Illness Can Balance Life, Business, and Boundaries | Nikkei Lamodi

    In this empowering episode of Business with Chronic Illness, I’m joined by certified coach Nikkei Lamodi, who helps eldest daughters create healthier relationships with family, work, and themselves—without sacrificing their time, money, or desires. Together, we dive into the unique challenges eldest daughters face when balancing life, chronic illness, and running a business. Nikkei shares her personal journey of caregiving, managing chronic illness, and building boundaries that support her we...

    49 min

  4. 12/06/2024

    2024 Reflections and 2025 Anticipations: A Year-End Review

    It’s the last month of the year, and I’m coming to you with reflections, lessons learned, and insights for what’s ahead in 2025. This year has been a journey—embracing slow growth, navigating life with chronic illness, and unlearning. In this episode, I’m sharing the importance of taking time to reflect on your wins and challenges from 2024, how that shapes the goals we set for the new year, and my personal lessons about mindset, business, and relationships. I’ll also dive into what I think w...

    19 min

  5. 11/22/2024

    How Can Embracing Your Chronic Illness Story Strengthen Your Business? | Lauren Perna

    In this episode of Business with Chronic Illness, I’m joined by Lauren Perna, the owner of Lauren Perna Communications and a passionate mental health advocate, to discuss how embracing your chronic illness story can shift your mindset, your confidence, and your business. Lauren shares her powerful journey of navigating anxiety, depression, and chronic illness while building a thriving content and copywriting business in the life sciences industry. We dive into her life-changing decision to st...

    44 min

  6. 11/15/2024

    What You Don’t Need to Start a Podcast: The Myths Holding You Back

    Starting a podcast doesn’t have to mean a fancy studio, expensive gear, or a perfectly curated setup. In this episode, we’re diving into how you can start and grow a podcast your way—even if that means recording in your pajamas from bed. If you’ve been overthinking every step, comparing yourself to others with professional setups, or feeling stuck because you don’t have the “perfect” equipment, this episode is here to set you free. Here’s what you’ll walk away with: Why podcasting in yo...

    19 min

  7. 11/08/2024

    Breaking Free from Money Trauma to Earn & Save with Chronic Illness | Aqura Nicholson

    Money stress hits differently when you’re also managing chronic illness. In this episode, Nikita sits down with money coach Aqura Nicholson to unpack money trauma and explore practical steps for creating financial stability. From breaking the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle to building a cushion without compromising health, Aqura and Nikita dive into shifting mindsets and tangible ways to start saving and earning, even when finances feel tight. Join us to learn how to move from stress and survival...

    1h 5m

  8. 11/01/2024

    Rest or Hustle? How to Finish the Year Strong with Chronic Illness

    In this episode of Business with Chronic Illness, we’re diving into how you can finish the year with purpose and momentum—without compromising your health. With the year-end rush, holiday season, and constant pressure to hit goals, it can feel overwhelming to balance your business with your well-being. But what if you could wrap up the year feeling accomplished and rested? I’m sharing practical tips for setting up a sustainable rhythm in your business that allows for growth while honoring you...

    21 min
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Making a living with chronic illness is not easy, and conflicting business advice fails to acknowledge the realities of growing a business with them. It’s time to say goodbye to one-size-fits-all strategies and unlock the missing links to starting and growing a thriving business without compromising your health. As a globally-ranked host and award-winning business coach, Nikita Williams, who is living with chronic illness, is here to equip you with proven techniques and personal insights to conquer the unique challenges of starting and growing a business while managing chronic illness. Get inspired by the stories of successful women who decided they wanted more freedom to have the option to quit their jobs, fund their Heal Me fund, pay off their medical debt, and live more, all by starting a business! Discover sustainable ways to make money with ease living with chronic illness, and join hundreds of women who have said “YES” to creating a profitable business that gives you what you need to live and earn well. 

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  • Creator
    Nikita Williams
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodes
    194
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Business With Chronic Illness
  • Show Website
    Business With Chronic Illness

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