066 | Resilience Lessons for Female Founders with Nika Stewart

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You know those moments when life throws you a major plot twist, and you’re left wondering what the heck to do next? 

In this episode, we sit down with the unstoppable Nika Stewart, who didn’t just face a cancer diagnosis—she flipped the script on it. Nika took what could’ve been a devastating setback and turned it into a masterclass on resilience, embracing imperfection, and showing up authentically. 

She proves that you don’t need to be flawless to be a powerful leader; you just need to be real.

Nika shares how she strategically used humor and vulnerability to not only connect with her audience but also to drive real business growth. If you’ve been feeling stuck or questioning your next move, this conversation will reignite your business mindset. 

Get ready to see how rewriting the rules can unlock fresh opportunities for scaling your business and achieving lasting success.

In this episode, you’ll learn …

•  Learn practical strategies on how to convert setbacks into opportunities.
• Discover how embracing your true, imperfect self can strengthen client relationships and lead to tangible business results.
• To break away from traditional business strategies and create your own rules for success.
• Actionable insights to make your content go viral, and enhance your business’s online presence and reach.

This episode at a glance:

[2:14] - Introduction to Nika Stewart and her new book, "Actually, I Can."

[4:35] - How Nika’s personal journey of resilience influenced her brand identity.

[10:22] - The transformative power of choosing a positive attitude, even in the face of a cancer diagnosis.

[37:15] - The importance of systems in maintaining business continuity during challenging times.

[49:08] - Nika’s mission to rewrite the rules of resilience for entrepreneurs and beyond.

Resources and Links mentioned in this episode

• Nika Stewart
• Actually I Can 
• Shine with Nika
• Free Range Thinking
• Book a consultation call 

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More about the “My Good Woman” podcast

My Good Woman is a podcast for new and future female leaders, hosted by me, Dawn Andrews.

I’m a happily married hockey mom, proud female leader, and founder and CEO of Free Range Thinking, where we turn founders into confident CEOs with strategic consulting and leadership training.

Grab a seat at the table with me each week for candid conversations with culture-shifting, glass ceiling-busting, trailblazing women, who are lea

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