Have you ever wondered how to stand firm in your values and build a business that aligns with your beliefs while staying profitable and purposeful. Each episode unpacks the mindset shifts, proven strategies, and practical tools that successful entrepreneurs use to anchor their work in God’s truth.
Episode 24: Joy is a fruit
Episode Summary: Welcome back, beautiful Kingdom Builder, to the Joy Inspired Podcast! In this soul-stirring episode, Nikki Cruise dives deep into the often-misunderstood truth about joy. It's not a reward for your hustle—it's a fruit of alignment. If you've ever found yourself hitting goals but feeling empty, or showing up online while shrinking offline, this episode will lovingly call you back into realignment with God's heart. Joy isn't optional. It's evidenc…
Episode 23 - Realigned by Joy
Episode Summary: Hey friend, if you’ve ever felt like you lost your way—like you were once so clear on your calling, but now everything feels blurry—this episode is for you. I talk about how joy isn’t just a feeling you hope will return when life gets better. Joy is a spiritual strategy. It can actually help you recover what feels lost—your purpose, your passion, your confidence, and your sense of direction. When we partner with God in joy, we begin to remember who we are and why we started …
Episode 22 - Joy Makes You Money (Yes, Really)
Episode Summary: In Episode 22 of the Joy Inspired Podcast, Nikki Cruise delivers a powerful and timely message that joy isn’t just a nice-to-have—it's a leadership strategy that directly affects your impact and your income. Building upon last week’s theme that “joy is not an extra, but a resource,” Nikki goes even deeper, making the bold but truth-filled claim that joy makes you money. With her signature blend of faith, strategy, and encouragement, Nikki challenges listeners to shift t…
Episode 21 - Joy is a Strategy
Episode Summary: In this soul-stirring episode, Nikki reminds us that joy isn’t something we earn—it’s something we access. So often, we chase happiness like a finish line, believing it will finally show up after we accomplish enough, serve enough, or succeed enough. But joy doesn’t work that way. Joy isn’t the reward. Joy is the resource. It’s the steady undercurrent we draw from—not a fleeting feeling, but a spiritual strategy that transforms how we work, live, and lead. Through powerful s…
Episode 20 - Faith, Fire & Forward Motion: A Joyful Look Back
Episode Summary: In this special milestone episode of The Entrepreneur’s Joy Inspired Podcast, we’re pressing pause to celebrate and reflect on all that God has done so far. From faith-building conversations to purpose-defining moments, this joyful compilation features powerful clips and listener favorites from our first 19 episodes. Whether you're just tuning in or you've been with us from the beginning, this episode will remind you that your path is divinely designed. It’s a mome…
Episode 19: From Overwhelmed to On Fire: How to Stay Motivated When Life Feels Heavy
Episode Summary: In today's heartfelt episode, Nikki gets real about the emotional weight that so many purpose-driven entrepreneurs experience. She reminds us that feeling overwhelmed isn’t a sign that we are failing — it’s ...
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How to Stay Motivated When Life Feels Heavy
From Overwhelmed to On Fire We’ve all been there—feeling like the weight of the world is on our shoulders. As purpose-driven individuals, the desire to make an impact can often feel like a double-edged sword. While it pushes us to do …
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We see someone else’s success, their glowing social media posts, or their seemingly perfect life, and suddenly, our own progress feels inadequate. As entrepreneurs and believers, it’s easy to fall into the trap of measuring our worth bas…