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The Inner Work Conversation podcast offers straightforward, no-nonsense insights into the inner workings that drive business success. Join me as I delve into the world of personal development and coaching, unlocking the true potential of your inner leadership so you can thrive in both life and business. Get ready for real talk that goes beyond the surface, revealing the essential elements that empower you to reach new heights.
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Join the Inner Work Business Book Club – we start Atomic Habits on 1st November, and every new member gets a bring-a-friend-for-free code (limited time only!)Links mentioned in this episode:277 your brain is sabotaging you & you don’t even know it 268 the antidote to overthinking & procrastination 241 How to hold your nerve This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
If you’ve been throwing more time, effort, and willpower at your goals and it’s still not clicking… this episode is for you.I’m sharing the story of how changing my environment - not my strategy - made growth feel easier, more natural, and more sustainable. We’ll talk about the subtle ways your surroundings can hold you back (without you realising), and how to create an environment that actually supports your success.You’ll learn:* Why your willpower isn’t the problem …your environment might be* How being surrounded by people doing hard things as normal changes everything* What to do when you feel out of your depth in new spaces* How accountability and proximity make growth inevitable* Why this applies as much to business as it does to fitnessJoin the Inner Work Business Book Club - surround yourself with people doing the work alongside you.LINKED EPISODES:305 - How to close the gap between what you say you want and your actions241 - How to hold your nerve when it matters most237 - How to not give up when it’s hard142 - What if it took less time, and more… This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
Related episodes:* 208. Are you playing to win or playing to NOT lose* 203. The costs of dodging disapproval* 137. Being yourself in business * 271. How I got better at handling uncertainty Join the book club HERE: https://www.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclubMessage me / tag me on Instagram This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
JOIN MY BOOK CLUB HERE Hear my members talk about their experience of the book club HERE for Emma’s episode and HERE for Lisa’s episode This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
JOIN MY BOOK CLUB HERE Hear my members talk about their experience of the book club HERE for Emma’s episode and HERE for Lisa’s episode This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
Join the Inner Work Bootcamp HERE (doors open from 25th - 28th September 2025) Join the Book Club HERE Message me on Instagram HERE This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
Sign up to the “I’m interested” list HERE: https://courses.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/pl/2148700699 …and you’ll not only be the first to be able to sign up to the Bootcamp (12 weeks, 12 spaces) …but you’ll also get an invite to my FREE “GET UNSTUCK” workshop & replayAlso mentioned:The BOOK CLUB - join HERE (7 day free trial)Episodes:275 - How *I* handle comparison, self doubt & my inner critic - reflections from running a half marathonHow to make REAL progress and get unstuck This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
Sign up to the “I’m interested” list HERE: https://courses.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/pl/2148700699 …and you’ll not only be the first to be able to sign up to the Bootcamp (12 weeks, 12 spaces) …but you’ll also get an invite to my FREE “GET UNSTUCK” workshop & replayAlso mentioned:The BOOK CLUB - join HERE (7 day free trial)Episodes:275 - How *I* handle comparison, self doubt & my inner critic - reflections from running a half marathon How to make REAL progress and get unstuck This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
Sign up to the “I’m interested” list HERE: https://courses.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/pl/2148700699 …and you’ll not only be the first to be able to sign up to the Bootcamp (12 weeks, 12 spaces) …but you’ll also get an invite to my FREE “GET UNSTUCK” workshop & replay Also mentioned:The BOOK CLUB - join HERE (7 day free trial) Episodes on ‘being busy’:86 - the REAL pandemic “keeping busy” 162 - The expensive costs of your avoidance 173 - HOW to be less BUSY Episodes on ‘self honesty’:181 - Learning how to trust yourself is a profitable skill185 - The truth about the ‘inner work’230 - Who are you when nobody is watching MESSAGE ME ON IG WITH ALL / ANY QUESTIONS This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
MY LINKS:Link to join the book club HERELink to join the Inner Work Club HERELink to the Leadership Clinic HEREBook an enquiry call with meMessage me on InstagramCHECK OUT LIZ/S WORK HERE : https://www.instagram.com/thefemmegenius/?hl=enCHECK OUT THE PATTERN APP HERE: https://www.thepattern.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
Add yourself to the “I’m interested” list HERE Episodes linked: * Powerful assumptions you can make in business * 37 – Pacing yourself when you want it to happen NOW * 47 – How to feel your feelings* 74 - How to take responsibility of yourself * 142 – What if it took less time, but more...* The costs of impatience * 237 – How to not give up when it’s hard* 241 – Hold your nerveMY LINKS:LET’S WORK TOGETHER…Link to join the book club HERELink to join the Inner Work Club HERELink to the Leadership Clinic HEREBook an enquiry call with meMessage me on Instagram This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
LET’S WORK TOGETHER…Link to join the book club HERELink to join the Inner Work Club HERELink to the Leadership Clinic HEREBook an enquiry call with meMessage me on InstagramLINKED EPISODES:* 37 –Why you should pace yourself* 47 – How to feel your feelings* 72 – Learning how to not give up * 142 – What if it took less time, but more...* 152 – I wasn’t getting results quick enough* 176 - the costs of impatience in business * 189 - Coping with uncertainty * 237 – How to not give up when it’s hard* 241 – How to hold your nerve * 271 - How I got better at handling uncertainty * Bonus – Are you giving up too quick?* Bonus – Dealing with disappointment This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
LET’S WORK TOGETHER…Link to join the book club HERELink to join the Inner Work Club HERELink to the Leadership Clinic HEREBook an enquiry call with meMessage me on InstagramOther linked episodes:82 - How to ‘do’ self reflection 105 Building self assurance (with journal prompts)217 How to deal with the negative stories in your head236 Dealing with perfectionism & not feeling good enough275 How to handle comparison & self doubt272 What if self doubt is just a dangerous distraction?251 You’re good, not deluded235 - Handling imposter syndrome & a busy mind280 - Powerful assumptions that will help you win in business This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
LET’S WORK TOGETHER…Link to join the book club HERELink to join the Inner Work Club HERELink to the Leadership Clinic HEREBook an enquiry call with meMessage me on InstagramLINKED EPISODES:273. Secretly sabotaging? Here’s how to stop* How to get out of your own way190 The suprising thing that will happen when you get unstuck 157 the false benefits of holding yourself back This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
LET’S WORK TOGETHER…Link to join the book club HERELink to join the Inner Work Club HERELink to the Leadership Clinic HEREBook an enquiry call with meMessage me on InstagramLinked episodes:280 - Powerful assumptions that will help you win in business 281 - What I’m learning about self assurance and personal power 283 - You haven’ tdone anything wrong - your brain is just telling you you have 266 - Why overcomplicating things is actually self sabotage 105 - Building self assurance with journal prompts This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
Mentioned other episodes:56 - Grit, grace, adversity & acceptance My links:WORK WITH ME…Link to join the book club HERELink to join the Inner Work Club HERELink to the Leadership Clinic HEREBook an enquiry call with meMessage me on Instagram This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
LINKS:Join the book club - 7 day free trialEmma’s episodeLisa’s episode It’s not just abouot the money.. The silent consequences of unactioned choices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
LINKED: JOIN THE BOOK CLUB HEREEpisode 278 - it’s not just about the money This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
Join the book club: https://www.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclub#joinbookclubVisit Lisa’s website: https://www.lp-physio.com/my-storyConnect with Lisa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lp.physio.pilates/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
WORK WITH ME…Link to join the book club HERELink to join the Inner Work Club HERELink to the Leadership Clinic HEREBook an enquiry call with meMessage me on Instagram This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nikkicross.substack.com
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