Nikki Cross

The Inner Work Conversation

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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. nikkicross.substack.com

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Nikki Cross

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319. The Messy Middle: Where most people quit (and what to do instead) 15.01.2026 28:20

Join the Inner Work Club HERE: https://www.theinnerwork.co.uk/theinnerworkclub Episodes linked: 260 - the power of backing yourself in business 240 - the messy middle we need to normalise 264 - the reason you’re stuck & what to do about it 275 - Handling your inner critic 272 - about your self doubt This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to...

318. If you don't choose a direction, 2026 will choose one for you (+ an announcement) 08.01.2026 40:08

Doors open to the Inner Work Foundations Monday 12th Jan (doors close 26th Jan) Mentioned in this episode: * Why you avoid self reflection - ep 82 * Signs you need to get clear & unstuck - ep 300 * Feeling stuck? Here’s where to start - ep 294 * Are you building a business (or career) you’re actually happy in? - ep 274 * Are you ready for the Inner Work? Here’s what I look for in my clients - epis...

317. Avoid the New Year mistake of “good intentions…no follow through” 01.01.2026 28:06

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

316. What 2025 really taught me (and what I won't take into 2026) - part 2 27.12.2025 31:34

I’m walking through my biggest lessons I’m taking from 2025 …and I invite you to reflect on your own year too. Let’s take a minute (or 30) to slow down, zoom out, and take what’s useful for your life and business, in a simple, non-overwhelming way. LINKS : The Inner Work Business Book Club: www.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclub Episodes mentioned / linked: Episode 186 - I miss my Mum (what to do...

315. What 2025 really taught me (and what I won’t take into 2026) - part 1 24.12.2025 36:12

314. From second-guessing to solid: trusting yourself at the next level of business with Ellie Campagna of Rae Creative 18.12.2025 45:51

Ellie Campagna / Rae Creative: www.raecreative.com Instagram: @rae_creative Book Club: https://www.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclub In this episode, I’m joined by Ellie Campagna, Founder of Rae Creative, for a powerful conversation about what it really looks like to stop forcing, trust yourself, and lead calmly at the next level of business. Ellie shares how she moved from second-guessing her d...

313. The hidden skill behind success: emotional capacity - with Charlotte Goss 11.12.2025 37:05

Charlotte’s links: Website: https://www.charlottegoss.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/systems.with.charlotte/?hl=en The Book Club: https://www.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclub 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

312. Hold your nerve - your tipping point is coming 04.12.2025 31:45

This week’s episode is for anyone who feels like they’re putting in the work but not seeing enough to show for it. That uncomfortable gap between effort and outcome. The moment you start wondering if it’s even working. Your tipping point is coming. You just can’t see it yet. And holding your nerve in that middle bit is the thing most people never learn to do. If you need perspective, reassurance o...

311. Want your energy back? The hidden costs of complaining (& what to do instead) 27.11.2025 41:23

7 day free trial to the book club HERE: https://www.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclub Linked episodes: 70 - the false benefits of getting in your own way 157 - the false benefits of holding yourself back 275 - the half marathon on (self criticism, self doubt & all that…) 186 - What to do (in business) when someone significant isn’t in your Iife any more This is a public episode. If you would lik...

310. The REAL reason you have burnout (it's not what you think) 20.11.2025 32:54

7 day free trial to the book club is HERE: https://www.thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclub 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

309. How to overcome the shame of trying hard when it looks like it's not working 13.11.2025 26:28

Linked episodes: 152 - When results aren’t happening (quickly enough) 241 - Steady in the storm - how to hold your nerve when it matters most 189 - Coping with uncertainty 271 - How I got better at handling uncertainty 296 - I wasn’t getting results quick enough. Instead of giving up - here’s what I did 237 - How not to give up when it’s hard JOIN THE BOOK CLUB HERE This is a public episode. If yo...

308. What NOT to do if you "fall off the wagon" 06.11.2025 24:08

143 - Keep falling off the wagon? To join the Inner Work Business Book Club CLICK HERE: https://thrivewithnikkicross.co.uk/bookclub#joinbookclub 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

307. The real cost of overthinking (and what to actually do about it) ...based on a true story 30.10.2025 28:20

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 s...

306: If doing more & trying harder isn’t working - do this instead 23.10.2025 26:53

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...

305. How to close the gap between what you say you want & what you actually do 16.10.2025 28:17

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/bookclub Message me / tag me on Instagram This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to b...

304. What happened to my business when I stopped neglecting myself 09.10.2025 39:56

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

303. The real reason personal development books don’t change you (and what does) 02.10.2025 30:06

302. How to become your future friend & truly back yourself 25.09.2025 34:45

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

301. Losing self-belief: why it happens & how to get it back 18.09.2025 40:45

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: 275 - How *I* handle comparison, self doubt & my inner critic...

300. Signs YOU need to get clear & get unstuck 12.09.2025 35:46

299. A *BIG* reveal & the costs of not being honest with yourSELF 04.09.2025 30:35

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 - T...

298. It's my birthday! ...what I'm letting go of as I turn 39 25.08.2025 46:51

MY LINKS: Link to join the book club HERE Link to join the Inner Work Club HERE Link to the Leadership Clinic HERE Book an enquiry call with me Message me on Instagram CHECK OUT LIZ/S WORK HERE : https://www.instagram.com/thefemmegenius/?hl=en CHECK 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...

297. Are you ready for the inner work? Here's what I look for in MY clients... 21.08.2025 33:40

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 * 4 7 – 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 nerve MY LINKS: LET’S...

296. I wasn’t getting results quick enough. Instead of giving up, here’s what I did. 14.08.2025 32:08

LET’S WORK TOGETHER… Link to join the book club HERE Link to join the Inner Work Club HERE Link to the Leadership Clinic HERE Book an enquiry call with me Message me on Instagram LINKED 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 -...

295. Comparison, pedestalling people & the confidence cost 07.08.2025 27:38

LET’S WORK TOGETHER… Link to join the book club HERE Link to join the Inner Work Club HERE Link to the Leadership Clinic HERE Book an enquiry call with me Message me on Instagram Other 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 head 236 Dealing with perfectionism & not feeling good enough 27...