Have you ever said something, then wished you could go back and not say it (or say something else)? Our words are like feathers; once we’ve thrown them into the wind, it’s basically impossible to go gather them all back. And as leading ladies, everything we say is magnified. This is why it’s so important that your message has clarity and imparts grace, and that your words are tastefully spoken. Remember that it’s okay not to say everything!

Your words reflect your character, so if you’re thinking positive thoughts, you’ll be able to speak grace, love, and truth to other people. At many organizations, including the learning center that I led, there’s a no-gossip policy. So, what do you do if someone comes to you complaining or gossiping about someone else? Tune into this episode to find out!

I’ll also explain how important it is to remember that as a leading lady, you’re not a trash can. Instead, you’re a lighthouse! Let your character and integrity shine through and show, and make sure that the words you speak give life to those who hear them. Finally, I’ll address a question that Jared asked, but instead of answering, I’d like to let the amazing conversation over there speak for itself, so go check it out once you’re done listening to this episode!

In This Episode:

[00:48] - Jevonnah welcomes listeners to episode 19, and introduces the topic of today’s episode.

[02:28] - Today’s show is brought to you by Jevonnah’s signature program, The Coaching Course.

[03:42] - What does it mean to you to taste your words before you speak?

[05:22] - Jevonnah points out that you need to earn the right to speak the truth in love.

[07:10] - As a leading lady, Jevonnah points out, you’re a lighthouse (not a trash can).

[07:59] - Jevonnah shares a comment where Jared asked an amazing question that got lots of responses.

[10:08] - Remember to taste your words before you speak. As you do that, your words will impart empowerment, edification, and encouragement to those who hear them.

Links and Resources:

Jevonnah Ellison

Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook

The Coaching Course

Ask Jevonnah a question

The Thrive Mastermind

Have you ever said something, then wished you could go back and not say it (or say something else)? Our words are like feathers; once we’ve thrown them into the wind, it’s basically impossible to go gather them all back. And as leading ladies, everything we say is magnified. This is why it’s so important that your message has clarity and imparts grace, and that your words are tastefully spoken. Remember that it’s okay not to say everything!

Your words reflect your character, so if you’re thinking positive thoughts, you’ll be able to speak grace, love, and truth to other people. At many organizations, including the learning center that I led, there’s a no-gossip policy. So, what do you do if someone comes to you complaining or gossiping about someone else? Tune into this episode to find out!

I’ll also explain how important it is to remember that as a leading lady, you’re not a trash can. Instead, you’re a lighthouse! Let your character and integrity shine through and show, and make sure that the words you speak give life to those who hear them. Finally, I’ll address a question that Jared asked, but instead of answering, I’d like to let the amazing conversation over there speak for itself, so go check it out once you’re done listening to this episode!

In This Episode:

[00:48] - Jevonnah welcomes listeners to episode 19, and introduces the topic of today’s episode.

[02:28] - Today’s show is brought to you by Jevonnah’s signature program, The Coaching Course.

[03:42] - What does it mean to you to taste your words before you speak?

[05:22] - Jevonnah points out that you need to earn the right to speak the truth in love.

[07:10] - As a leading lady, Jevonnah points out, you’re a lighthouse (not a trash can).

[07:59] - Jevonnah shares a comment where Jared asked an amazing question that got lots of responses.

[10:08] - Remember to taste your words before you speak. As you do that, your words will impart empowerment, edification, and encouragement to those who hear them.

Links and Resources:

Jevonnah Ellison

Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook

The Coaching Course

Ask Jevonnah a question

The Thrive Mastermind

We can’t control what happens to us, but we can absolutely control our response, and that’s what makes all the difference. You can have grace even under pressure, and I want you to feel confident in your ability to love others even in difficult moments.

Here’s my story: I was on my way back from my Thursday Bible study. As I sat waiting at a red stoplight, I got slammed into from behind by a giant black SUV. The impact was so strong that I was shocked. The driver got out of the SUV and came around to my window. I saw that he was shaking as he asked if I was okay. He was so apologetic, and as I saw his hands shaking, I felt compelled to ask if I could take his hands so we could pray together.

After that prayer, the trajectory of the entire incident changed. Everything felt lighter. I was fine, he was fine, even the cars were ultimately fine. Amazingly, I also learned that this man is in a high position with one of the contracting firms here. He extended an invitation to come speak to his employees about having grace under pressure.

People ask me all the time how to get clients, but you can’t plan events like this! Making human contact with people, and treating others the way you want to be treated, is one of the very best marketing tactics. Operate with character and integrity, and the opportunities will come to you.

Tune into this episode to learn more about this incident, as well as why your decisions about how to respond to what happens to you can make all the difference.

In This Episode:

[00:57] - Welcome to episode 18! Jevonnah explains what she’ll talk about today, and shares the moral of the story.

[02:35] - Jevonnah loves responding to your questions! If you have one, go to this link to ask Jevonnah your question.

[03:11] - We hear Jevonnah’s story about being crashed into from behind.

[05:04] - The prayer that Jevonnah and the man who crashed into her shared changed the entire incident.

[05:47] - Jevonnah couldn’t possibly have created a business plan for something like this, she points out.

[07:08] - What does grace under pressure mean for you?

[08:12] - Jevonnah offers words of wisdom about taking time to slow down and responding positively to negative incidents.

[09:06] - Take a moment to let Jevonnah know how you have had grace under pressure! You can contact her at this link.

[09:40] - Registration for Jevonnah’s Thrive Mastermind is now open. This only happens once a year, so don’t miss your chance!

Links and Resources:

Jevonnah Ellison

Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook

The Coaching Course

Ask Jevonnah a question

The Thrive Mastermind

We can’t control what happens to us, but we can absolutely control our response, and that’s what makes all the difference. You can have grace even under pressure, and I want you to feel confident in your ability to love others even in difficult moments.

Here’s my story: I was on my way back from my Thursday Bible study. As I sat waiting at a red stoplight, I got slammed into from behind by a giant black SUV. The impact was so strong that I was shocked. The driver got out of the SUV and came around to my window. I saw that he was shaking as he asked if I was okay. He was so apologetic, and as I saw his hands shaking, I felt compelled to ask if I could take his hands so we could pray together.

After that prayer, the trajectory of the entire incident changed. Everything felt lighter. I was fine, he was fine, even the cars were ultimately fine. Amazingly, I also learned that this man is in a high position with one of the contracting firms here. He extended an invitation to come speak to his employees about having grace under pressure.

People ask me all the time how to get clients, but you can’t plan events like this! Making human contact with people, and treating others the way you want to be treated, is one of the very best marketing tactics. Operate with character and integrity, and the opportunities will come to you.

Tune into this episode to learn more about this incident, as well as why your decisions about how to respond to what happens to you can make all the difference.

In This Episode:

[00:57] - Welcome to episode 18! Jevonnah explains what she’ll talk about today, and shares the moral of the story.

[02:35] - Jevonnah loves responding to your questions! If you have one, go to this link to ask Jevonnah your question.

[03:11] - We hear Jevonnah’s story about being crashed into from behind.

[05:04] - The prayer that Jevonnah and the man who crashed into her shared changed the entire incident.

[05:47] - Jevonnah couldn’t possibly have created a business plan for something like this, she points out.

[07:08] - What does grace under pressure mean for you?

[08:12] - Jevonnah offers words of wisdom about taking time to slow down and responding positively to negative incidents.

[09:06] - Take a moment to let Jevonnah know how you have had grace under pressure! You can contact her at this link.

[09:40] - Registration for Jevonnah’s Thrive Mastermind is now open. This only happens once a year, so don’t miss your chance!

Links and Resources:

Jevonnah Ellison

Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook

The Coaching Course

Ask Jevonnah a question

The Thrive Mastermind

At this time of year, lots of people are going through ups and downs. You may have a smile on your face, but not be as happy as people think you are. Are you in a dark place? Even though it might be hard to believe in the middle of the darkness, you are blessed. You can go to God in prayer, and while it may seem like a dry season, the refreshing, nurturing rain is coming.

I once knew a beautiful, intelligent, smart, funny woman named Collette. We were the best of friends! About six years ago, she was diagnosed with cancer; just two months later, she was gone from this earth. She passed away on Christmas Eve, of all days. That was one of my dark times. God shined His light on that darkness, and blessed me to start my company, the Entrepreneurial First Lady.

Take comfort in knowing that the reason that you have big problems is that you have a big destiny. Darkness develops your character! Think of a photo back in the old days of film: it had to be developed in complete darkness. The same goes for seeds; they need to germinate in the darkness underground, not in the light on the surface. The darkness develops your character. It makes you stronger and wiser, and helps your roots go down deep.

The very best is still yet to come, just for you!

In This Episode:

[00:46] - Jevonnah welcomes listeners to the episode, and introduces today’s topic: the idea that you’re blessed even when you’re in a dark place.

[02:32] - We dig into today’s content, with Jevonnah starting off with some powerful scriptures about darkness, light, harm, and good.

[03:53] - What do you do when you’re in a dark place? Jevonnah shares her own experience with being in a dark place.

[06:22] - One of the top regrets of those who are dying is that they didn’t have the courage to live a life true to themselves, instead of the expected life.

[08:12] - Jevonnah explores the powerful reason that you have big problems.

[11:03] - Wherever you are, you’re not there by accident, Jevonnah points out.

[12:57] - Jevonnah has just opened up spots in her five-month high-level mastermind, which you can learn more about at this link.

Links and Resources:

Jevonnah Ellison

Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook

The Coaching Course

Ask Jevonnah a question

The Thrive Mastermind

At this time of year, lots of people are going through ups and downs. You may have a smile on your face, but not be as happy as people think you are. Are you in a dark place? Even though it might be hard to believe in the middle of the darkness, you are blessed. You can go to God in prayer, and while it may seem like a dry season, the refreshing, nurturing rain is coming.

I once knew a beautiful, intelligent, smart, funny woman named Collette. We were the best of friends! About six years ago, she was diagnosed with cancer; just two months later, she was gone from this earth. She passed away on Christmas Eve, of all days. That was one of my dark times. God shined His light on that darkness, and blessed me to start my company, the Entrepreneurial First Lady.

Take comfort in knowing that the reason that you have big problems is that you have a big destiny. Darkness develops your character! Think of a photo back in the old days of film: it had to be developed in complete darkness. The same goes for seeds; they need to germinate in the darkness underground, not in the light on the surface. The darkness develops your character. It makes you stronger and wiser, and helps your roots go down deep.

The very best is still yet to come, just for you!

In This Episode:

[00:46] - Jevonnah welcomes listeners to the episode, and introduces today’s topic: the idea that you’re blessed even when you’re in a dark place.

[02:32] - We dig into today’s content, with Jevonnah starting off with some powerful scriptures about darkness, light, harm, and good.

[03:53] - What do you do when you’re in a dark place? Jevonnah shares her own experience with being in a dark place.

[06:22] - One of the top regrets of those who are dying is that they didn’t have the courage to live a life true to themselves, instead of the expected life.

[08:12] - Jevonnah explores the powerful reason that you have big problems.

[11:03] - Wherever you are, you’re not there by accident, Jevonnah points out.

[12:57] - Jevonnah has just opened up spots in her five-month high-level mastermind, which you can learn more about at this link.

Links and Resources:

Jevonnah Ellison

Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook

The Coaching Course

Ask Jevonnah a question

The Thrive Mastermind

Ready for some powerful insight that I think will change your life? Today, we’ll be diving into practical ways you can simplify your life and business, so that you can amplify your life and business! Simplify to amplify.

You don’t have to do it all. You can selectively choose what you allow into your mind and life, and create more freedom to enjoy your life and business. To begin implementing this powerful philosophy into your life, start with these seven practical strategies for simplifying to amplify!

1. Follow a quick morning routine. Get some exercise, have a healthy breakfast, and get in some reading and devotional time!
2. Unsubscribe! Take a look at your inbox; how much of it is full of subscriptions that you haven’t gotten to and don’t actually read? Unsubscribe from all those! If you can’t bring yourself to unsubscribe, direct those emails to a different folder so you don’t have to see them constantly.
3. Get a slow cooker. A few minutes in the morning means you’ll come home to an incredible-smelling house and dinner that’s ready to serve.
4. Ladies, get a purse organizer. You’ll be amazed at how much time you save when you don’t have to empty out your whole purse to find a bobby pin.
5. Plan your workouts. If you’re not doing this already, you’re missing out on a lot!
6. Write your to-do list for tomorrow before you go to bed tonight.
7. Here’s the big one: slow down. Instead of rushing through life trying to do and experience everything at once, come up with a plan to be more deliberate.

Let me give you an example of that final tip in case it’s not clear. I used to have a dozen or more tabs open at one time in my browser, but recently, I’ve moved to just having a couple open at a time. This brings an incredible amount of clarity and freedom, because my brain isn’t trying to focus on all those things at once. Clear the clutter from your physical space, mental space, and digital space!

In This Episode:

[00:51] - Welcome to episode 16! Jevonnah introduces today’s topic, which is all about how to simplify to amplify.

[02:24] - Jevonnah explains that she has seven practical ways for you to simplify so you can amplify, and shares the first tip.

[04:54] - We hear the second of Jevonnah’s ways to simplify to amplify.

[05:27] - Jevonnah’s third tip involves reducing your time in the kitchen once you get home in the evening.

[06:08] - Tip #4 is a way to keep your purse organized.

[06:59] - Jevonnah shares her fifth and sixth tips, both of which use the power of planning.

[07:56] - Are you ready for the final tip? It sounds simple, but it can be hard to implement: just slow down.

[09:48] - Which of these seven tips will you implement? Let Jevonnah know at this link!

[10:02] - Jevonnah quickly recaps all seven tips that she has covered throughout today’s episode.

[10:42] - Jevonnah has just opened up spots in her new, affordable 5-month Thrive Mastermind. Don’t miss out!

Links and Resources:

Jevonnah Ellison

Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook

Jevonnah Ellison’s Thrive! group

The Coaching Course

Ask Jevonnah a question

The Thrive Mastermind

Ready for some powerful insight that I think will change your life? Today, we’ll be diving into practical ways you can simplify your life and business, so that you can amplify your life and business! Simplify to amplify.

You don’t have to do it all. You can selectively choose what you allow into your mind and life, and create more freedom to enjoy your life and business. To begin implementing this powerful philosophy into your life, start with these seven practical strategies for simplifying to amplify!

1. Follow a quick morning routine. Get some exercise, have a healthy breakfast, and get in some reading and devotional time!
2. Unsubscribe! Take a look at your inbox; how much of it is full of subscriptions that you haven’t gotten to and don’t actually read? Unsubscribe from all those! If you can’t bring yourself to unsubscribe, direct those emails to a different folder so you don’t have to see them constantly.
3. Get a slow cooker. A few minutes in the morning means you’ll come home to an incredible-smelling house and dinner that’s ready to serve.
4. Ladies, get a purse organizer. You’ll be amazed at how much time you save when you don’t have to empty out your whole purse to find a bobby pin.
5. Plan your workouts. If you’re not doing this already, you’re missing out on a lot!
6. Write your to-do list for tomorrow before you go to bed tonight.
7. Here’s the big one: slow down. Instead of rushing through life trying to do and experience everything at once, come up with a plan to be more deliberate.

Let me give you an example of that final tip in case it’s not clear. I used to have a dozen or more tabs open at one time in my browser, but recently, I’ve moved to just having a couple open at a time. This brings an incredible amount of clarity and freedom, because my brain isn’t trying to focus on all those things at once. Clear the clutter from your physical space, mental space, and digital space!

In This Episode:

[00:51] - Welcome to episode 16! Jevonnah introduces today’s topic, which is all about how to simplify to amplify.

[02:24] - Jevonnah explains that she has seven practical ways for you to simplify so you can amplify, and shares the first tip.

[04:54] - We hear the second of Jevonnah’s ways to simplify to amplify.

[05:27] - Jevonnah’s third tip involves reducing your time in the kitchen once you get home in the evening.

[06:08] - Tip #4 is a way to keep your purse organized.

[06:59] - Jevonnah shares her fifth and sixth tips, both of which use the power of planning.

[07:56] - Are you ready for the final tip? It sounds simple, but it can be hard to implement: just slow down.

[09:48] - Which of these seven tips will you implement? Let Jevonnah know at this link!

[10:02] - Jevonnah quickly recaps all seven tips that she has covered throughout today’s episode.

[10:42] - Jevonnah has just opened up spots in her new, affordable 5-month Thrive Mastermind. Don’t miss out!

Links and Resources:

Jevonnah Ellison

Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook

Jevonnah Ellison’s Thrive! group

The Coaching Course

Ask Jevonnah a question

The Thrive Mastermind

Today, I’ll talk to you all about how to smile in times of trouble. Before that, though, let me take a moment to say happy Thanksgiving! I hope you’re surrounded by loving friends and family, and that you’re enjoying this special time of gratitude for the many things that God has done in our lives.

In this episode, you’ll learn three ways that you can smile and maintain your peace, joy, and sanity, even during turbulent times. There are nights when you cry yourself to sleep, if you sleep at all. You’re burdened with responsibility and it feels like you have the weight of the world on your shoulders. Sometimes bad news makes you question how you’ll even survive, much less thrive. The world might feel like it’s crashing in around you.

Even in these moments, when life feels at its lowest, these three tools can help you find a way to smile.

First, take perspective. Ask yourself how you can respond in the middle of this turbulent time, and what it makes possible. We can’t control what happens to us, but we can control our response and choose joy, sanity, and love.

Second, think about how you overcame the turbulent season last time it came around. Nothing is too hard for God, and He allowed and enabled you to overcome last time. He’ll do it again, and knowing this gives you victory, abundance, and the right mindset.

Third, renew your mind and direct your emotions. You are in charge of the way you think, and sometimes you need to stop and think about what you’re thinking about. If you don’t arrest the thoughts that come to tear you down, you’ll begin to operate at that level. Speak life to yourself, and watch what you allow yourself to think.

We all deal with trying times and turbulent seasons, but remembering your “why” will help you keep moving forward. Quiet your mind and soul, and intentionally choose what you’re going to do to strengthen yourself when those times come.

In This Episode:

[01:15] - Jevonnah welcomes listeners to the podcast and introduces today’s topic.

[03:44] - What does it really mean to smile and maintain our peace, joy, and sanity even in turbulent times?

[04:29] - The first of Jevonnah’s three tips is to take perspective. She explains what this means and how it can impact your life.

[05:35] - Jevonnah shares her second tip for getting through turbulent times.

[06:09] - The final step in Jevonnah’s series of advice is renewing your mind and directing your emotions.

[07:18] - Jevonnah takes a moment to pray for listeners, and talks about a song that she grew up with.

[10:12] - We hear a quick recap of the insights that Jevonnah has covered today, including the three steps of her process.

[12:04] - Jevonnah has just opened up spots in her brand new Thrive Mastermind.

Links and Resources:

Jevonnah Ellison

Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook

Jevonnah Ellison’s Thrive! group

The Thrive Mastermind

The Coaching Course

Ask Jevonnah a question

Today, I’ll talk to you all about how to smile in times of trouble. Before that, though, let me take a moment to say happy Thanksgiving! I hope you’re surrounded by loving friends and family, and that you’re enjoying this special time of gratitude for the many things that God has done in our lives.

In this episode, you’ll learn three ways that you can smile and maintain your peace, joy, and sanity, even during turbulent times. There are nights when you cry yourself to sleep, if you sleep at all. You’re burdened with responsibility and it feels like you have the weight of the world on your shoulders. Sometimes bad news makes you question how you’ll even survive, much less thrive. The world might feel like it’s crashing in around you.

Even in these moments, when life feels at its lowest, these three tools can help you find a way to smile.

First, take perspective. Ask yourself how you can respond in the middle of this turbulent time, and what it makes possible. We can’t control what happens to us, but we can control our response and choose joy, sanity, and love.

Second, think about how you overcame the turbulent season last time it came around. Nothing is too hard for God, and He allowed and enabled you to overcome last time. He’ll do it again, and knowing this gives you victory, abundance, and the right mindset.

Third, renew your mind and direct your emotions. You are in charge of the way you think, and sometimes you need to stop and think about what you’re thinking about. If you don’t arrest the thoughts that come to tear you down, you’ll begin to operate at that level. Speak life to yourself, and watch what you allow yourself to think.

We all deal with trying times and turbulent seasons, but remembering your “why” will help you keep moving forward. Quiet your mind and soul, and intentionally choose what you’re going to do to strengthen yourself when those times come.

In This Episode:

[01:15] - Jevonnah welcomes listeners to the podcast and introduces today’s topic.

[03:44] - What does it really mean to smile and maintain our peace, joy, and sanity even in turbulent times?

[04:29] - The first of Jevonnah’s three tips is to take perspective. She explains what this means and how it can impact your life.

[05:35] - Jevonnah shares her second tip for getting through turbulent times.

[06:09] - The final step in Jevonnah’s series of advice is renewing your mind and directing your emotions.

[07:18] - Jevonnah takes a moment to pray for listeners, and talks about a song that she grew up with.

[10:12] - We hear a quick recap of the insights that Jevonnah has covered today, including the three steps of her process.

[12:04] - Jevonnah has just opened up spots in her brand new Thrive Mastermind.

Links and Resources:

Jevonnah Ellison

Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook

Jevonnah Ellison’s Thrive! group

The Thrive Mastermind

The Coaching Course

Ask Jevonnah a question