Episode 149

Could Your Business Be Suffering from Perfectionism? With Nicole Baker

Published on: 17th November, 2023

Perfectionism can be a ruthless taskmaster. The relentless pursuit of flawlessness has entangled us in its grasp, making us feel that anything less than perfect is unacceptable. Join us in a powerful discussion with Nicole Baker, a coach specializing in aiding high achievers to overcome their perfectionistic tendencies. This episode takes a deep dive into perfectionism's impact on our lives and businesses, with a particular spotlight on its prevalence in Colorado, a hub for tech and professional athletes.

Perfectionism doesn't just affect us, but it shapes how we interact with others and the world around us. Our incredible guest, Nicole, opens up about her personal struggle with perfectionism, sharing her experience and insights on managing it in different life aspects, such as work, exercise, finances, and relationships. We navigate the challenging terrain of all-or-nothing thinking, a common pitfall for entrepreneurs and offer strategies for adjusting expectations and routines.

Tune in for a candid discussion on the insidious nature of perfectionism, its potential to stifle progress, and the strategies to tackle it head-on. Nicole provides practical tips like allowing ourselves to make mistakes, using perfectionism as a learning opportunity, and setting boundaries on social media usage to avoid comparison traps. We also delve into Nicole's daily gratitude practice, demonstrating how such a simple practice can profoundly impact our journey. Join us, and let's redefine perfectionism together!

You'll walk away from this episode being able to:

  1. Discover how embracing the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, especially on challenging days, can build a resilient path to success. Learn to balance consistency with self-compassion for a sustainable journey to 100k.
  2. Uncover strategies to shift from the trap of perfectionism to celebrating progress. This approach can significantly boost your business growth while ensuring your well-being remains a priority.
  3.  Explore ways to tailor your business model and strategies that align with your energy levels and health needs. Embrace a work style

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Business With Chronic Illness
A space for women entrepreneurs to grow sustainable businesses—with mindset, strategy & rest.
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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Nikita Williams

Welcome to Business with Chronic Illness — the podcast for women who are building big dreams with limited energy.
I’m Nikita Williams, and I know what it’s like to be living in pain, carrying a diagnosis (or several), and still wanting more — more purpose, more income, more alignment, more ease. After leaving behind a traditional path and navigating the emotional rollercoaster of chronic illness, I decided to rewrite the rules of success. And now? I help other women do the same.
Here, we have honest conversations about what it really takes to build a sustainable, profitable business when your health is unpredictable. No hustle culture. No toxic positivity. Just powerful stories, practical strategies, and mindset shifts that work — even on flare days.
You’ll hear from guests who get it, solo episodes from my heart to yours, and insights I’ve learned coaching dozens of women through launching and growing their dream businesses — on their terms.
Because business is personal. And when you build it that way, it not only becomes easier… it becomes life-giving.
💬 Tune in, take what you need, and know this: You Are Crafted To Thrive.