Thrive! with Jevonnah "Lady J" Ellison
280 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 18 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 60 ratingsWelcome The Thrive! Podcast!
If you want to thrive in your life AND business while keeping God 1st, you’re in the right place.
This is the show for leaders who want leave a legacy of love, encouragement and generosity.
You want to be remembered for the way you positively impacted the lives of others and made a lasting difference.
You want God to order your steps.
Sometimes you just need a nudge in the right direction to take those steps.
The Thrive! Podcast will help you take the right steps, overcome obstacles and equip you for the kind of success that matters to YOU.
Your host, Jevonnah “Lady J “ Ellison, is an Award Winning Business Coach, Speaker, Author and First Lady. As founder of the Thrive Summit and Thrive Mastermind, she is committed to helping you truly thrive & flourish in your life and business.
Come join the conversation and be inspired to prioritize what matters most, maximize your potential and experience the joy of living a life and owning a business that enables you to Thrive!
Discover more at jevonnah.com
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Episodes
A Fireside Chat - Part 2
May 28, 2020 04:00 - 28 minutes - 26.9 MB"Know this: Even if that 'thing' (whatever your thing is) doesn't happen for you the way you thought it would, or hoped it would or should, your life can STILL be absolutely beautiful. It's up to you. You get to choose your mindset." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
Another Fireside Chat
May 21, 2020 05:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB"Happiness is not something you postpone for the future; it is something you design for the present." -Jim Rohn Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
Living in Your Truth
May 14, 2020 07:00 - 22 minutes - 21.2 MB"We may teach people what we know, but we reproduce who we are." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
10 Lessons my Mama taught me
May 07, 2020 09:45 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MB"Always keep a song in your heart and a prayer on your lips." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
What would you do if you were brave?
April 30, 2020 07:00 - 30 minutes - 28.5 MB"You have something within you to share with others. This is the time for you to do the brave thing.." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
How to Thrive When Your World Has Been Turned Upside Down
April 23, 2020 07:00 - 8 minutes - 8.57 MB"The best things in life are not things." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
Don't Waste a Crisis
April 16, 2020 07:00 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MB"I want you to feel inspired to take action. This is your time to rise up and lead." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
A Fireside Chat
April 09, 2020 07:00 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MB"If I were you, I wouldn't wait too long." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
How to Thrive in a Season of Uncertainty
April 02, 2020 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MB"This very well could be your finest hour. It's all about how YOU choose to respond." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
The Power of Teamwork
March 26, 2020 07:00 - 12 minutes - 12.1 MB"People desire to feel seen, heard and understood." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
Do Not Fear - A Prayer During Covid-19
March 19, 2020 07:00 - 12 minutes - 12.3 MB"We can thrive in the midst of uncertainty. We will get through this together. We can still thrive, little by little, day by day. We are not alone, and this season will not last forever." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
Your Thought Life
March 12, 2020 07:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MB"Take time to think about what you're thinking about. When you think, you can thank." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
How to Break Down Your Goals
March 05, 2020 08:00 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MB"Little by little, you'll get there. Don't overwhelm yourself. Enjoy the process. Take baby steps." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
Why Not You?
February 27, 2020 08:00 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MB"Make sure that you take time to BE in the process of all your doing. It's ok to slow down sometimes." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
You Can Make It
February 20, 2020 08:00 - 13 minutes - 13.1 MB"God sees every tear you cry. You are so very loved, please don't ever forget that." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
Something New and Fresh
February 06, 2020 08:00 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MB"It's a New Year. And you want not just 'ideas', you want the RIGHT, FRESH ideas that you can actually implement." How to Recognize Your Right Idea Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
When Life Hurts
January 30, 2020 09:17 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MB"You'll get through this" Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
Abundance is Everywhere
January 23, 2020 08:00 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB"The more good you look for, the more good you'll find." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind
Thrive Summit Experiences
January 16, 2020 08:00 - 9 minutes - 9.12 MB"Your Level of Success is Directly Connected to the Strength of Your Relationships." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind Thrive Summit
3 Ways to Win Back Your Mornings
January 09, 2020 08:00 - 14 minutes - 13.9 MB"With intentional action, you can start enjoying your mornings again." Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind Thrive Summit
5 Core Truths
January 02, 2020 08:00 - 17 minutes - 10.5 MB"Believe. Everything changes when you truly believe.” Links and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind Thrive Summit
Leadership & Lessons Learned in 2019 and More!
December 26, 2019 08:00 - 19 minutes - 11.4 MBLinks and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind Thrive Summit
Key Questions Every Coach Should Ask
December 19, 2019 10:06 - 20 minutes - 12.4 MBLinks and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind Thrive Summit
4 Key Elements to a Great Talk
December 12, 2019 08:00 - 15 minutes - 9.34 MBLinks and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind Thrive Summit
Giving Yourself Space to Breathe and Embracing the Joy of Missing Out
December 05, 2019 09:32 - 18 minutes - 10.8 MBLinks and Resources: Jevonnah Ellison Jevonnah Ellison on Facebook Jevonnah Ellison on Instagram Thrive Mastermind Thrive Summit
55. How to Deal with Overload
August 29, 2019 08:40 - 21 minutes - 12.6 MBThe other day I had a moment. I had paper everywhere, client calls to manage, new client applications to review, events to plan and attend, and the list goes on. Do you ever have days like that? Days that just feel like you can’t get anything done? Then you’re probably overloaded. In this episode, I want to share with you strategies you can use to overcome those moments of overwhelm and maintain your productivity. Learn the five strategies and points I use and reevaluate when things start...
54. Your Battle Board
August 22, 2019 07:00 - 8 minutes - 5.52 MBLove... and entrepreneurship... is a battlefield… is your battle board ready? Today I want to talk to you about preparing your strategy for the upcoming months. Are you ready to dive in? This episode isn’t long, but it’s impactful. I want you to start thinking about 2020! What is it going to bring? What do you need to prepare? How are you getting ready? Have you created your battle board? Send me a picture of your battle board and let’s get ready for the new year together! In This...
53. Sometimes All We Need to Do is STOP
August 15, 2019 08:49 - 12 minutes - 7.42 MBThis is a very short episode, but I have something supremely important to share with you today. First, I want to lift you up. We live in a wonderful world, full of opportunity and promise. Everyone has the ability to have their own platform, and it seems like the world is full of others just like you. But, and this is a big but, if you remember to put your own special sauce on everything that you do, then you’ll never have to worry about being just like someone else! Listen as I share sto...
52. Your Mid-Year Check In
August 08, 2019 07:00 - 17 minutes - 10.3 MBWe’ve reached that point in the year where it’s time to take a minute and regroup. Have you done your mid-year check-in? Have you taken a moment to take out your list of goals from the beginning of the year and evaluate if you’re on track to reach them? On this episode, I want to give you some tips on how to check-in with yourself and your goals! Here are some quick reminders for you while you evaluate your goals and next steps for the second half of the year. Recommit to honoring your ...
51. Dealing with a tough transition
August 01, 2019 09:13 - 7 minutes - 4.63 MBToday I walk you through 5-strategies to help you through tough transitions. We’ve all been there, in fact, I was recently there as I transitioned through moving to a different state and becoming a preacher’s wife. I’m here to tell you you’re not alone and I want to provide you strategies to move through your changes to blossom on the other side. Here are some quick tips to help you process the changes you’re going through and keep on moving through and in life. Take responsibility for y...
50. In Loving Memory...Lessons on Loss
July 25, 2019 09:10 - 11 minutes - 7.11 MBToday’s episode is a little bit different. I lost a very dear friend of mine recently. She was so young, only 42 years old. One day she was perfectly fine, no health problems to speak of, and the next she’d experienced a heart attack and passed away 24-hours later. I’m sharing this with you today because it has been placed on my heart to speak about time, and how it is so precious, fragile, and fleeting. So many of us entrepreneurs pride ourselves on being busy, being productive, hitting c...
49. 4 Ways to Reduce Stress
July 18, 2019 07:00 - 11 minutes - 7.05 MBToday I walk you through 4-ways to reduce stress. Sound like a topic you need? If you’re a small business owner, stay at home parent, or simply have a stressful job, this episode is for you! Listen in for some quick tips on relaxing your mind and body. What are those 4 tips for reducing stress? First, get moving! Exercise has many fantastic benefits and stress reduction is one of the best. Get social! Talking with others and connecting is extremely beneficial for the body and mind. Get lau...
48. Keep a song in your heart
July 11, 2019 07:00 - 17 minutes - 10.7 MBHow do you spend your mornings? Today’s show is all about learning how to keep a song in your heart and how to protect your mornings for yourself. Listen in as I share stories from my childhood and from my mentors about how song has helped us through tough times and bad news. Then learn how protecting your mornings leads to greater efficiency and productivity in your day. I have four questions for you today. I want you to write them down and really dig into the answers that you think of. T...
47. 24 Keys for Coaches
July 04, 2019 09:19 - 24 minutes - 14.3 MBWe are here today discussing critical keys which you need to know as a coach. Today I’ll give you 27 gems you need to know as a coach. From keeping yourself together and carrying yourself well to how you can serve others with excellence. The basics, such as ‘be prepared’ are just as essential as the more advanced components we talk about on this episode. We speak about the foundational values and thought processes of what makes a good coach. How a great coach is one who the learner seeks a...
46. How to Deal with Discouragement
June 27, 2019 07:00 - 17 minutes - 10.3 MBWe are here today looking at how discouragement affects your business and your personal life. We are going to talk about practical ways on how to deal with discouragement. We speak about putting in the time and effort to see a project or an event through and not finding the results we were expecting. When we are deprived of courage or confidence, we are experiencing discouragement. You’re trying to get through the “crashing waves of life” and be successful. Today I’m going to tell you thre...
45. How to honor the service of ministry and still bring in an income
June 20, 2019 08:04 - 24 minutes - 14.7 MBHow do you honor the service of ministry when you are helping people who are struggling and still bring in an income? This question recently came up in my coaching group. We divided this into categories to take bite-sized pieces to talk about and work out a solution. We speak about ministry and the critical components of ministry such as helping, service, and struggling. How can you help? By doing good to others by letting your life be a light, an example to others. Teach others how to i...
44. Stories about Letting Your Life Speak
June 13, 2019 07:00 - 12 minutes - 7.4 MBWe are here today talking about creative ways to let your life speak! It’s important to remember that we need to make the higher values guide everything we do. I tell people about webinars, ads, and courses, and these are necessary; however, the best way to getting clientele is letting your life speak. The grocery store: I struck up a conversation with the person next to me, and they ended up becoming a student in my course. Genuine listening is listening to the other person more than te...
43. It’s Q and A time!
June 06, 2019 07:00 - 22 minutes - 13.1 MBWe are diving into listener questions today, so let’s go! It’s important to me that I keep my ear close to your questions so I can feel the heartbeat of my audience. I can’t wait to dive into questions which listeners sent in! What advice would you give yourself in your early career as a coach? Slow down! Building a business is not a sprint, it’s a marathon. We are in our businesses for the long haul. Don’t accept everyone as a client. Not everyone will be the right fit, work with cli...
42. How to Practice Staying Focused
May 30, 2019 09:00 - 10 minutes - 6.57 MBThis is going to be so good today, how to practice staying focused. I hear from so many people all the time who say, "Lady J., I just need to focus. How do I do that?" Today, I'm going to give you some practical tips and takeaways, and I want you to know that you absolutely can stay focused. It is a choice. You prioritize what is on your to-do list. Nobody else can do that for you. It's easy to say, "Well, I have this. I have that." The truth of the matter is, is that you allow yours...
41. From California to Alabama - How to Deal with Major Transitions
May 23, 2019 07:00 - 16 minutes - 9.84 MBLet’s talk about transitions. To get to the heart of the matter, I’ll explore this topic through my own personal story of my move from California to Alabama. Whether you’re transitioning between physical locations (like I did), or your transition is related to a relationship or mindset, I hope this episode helps you get through the process with grace. The word of the Lord will last forever, but heaven and earth will pass away. We have to embrace change, and the fact that transition is a na...
40. What Every Coach Needs to Know
May 16, 2019 07:41 - 18 minutes - 11.2 MBWhether you’re already a coach or thinking about becoming one, this episode is for you! I’ll dig into important things that every coach should know. I’ve been coaching for many years, and I’m now an award-winning leading business coach. Thanks to all of this experience, I’ve seen all the facets of the industry, and I’m here to share my insights! Let’s start with things that you should do as a coach: Value yourself and your services! This means having confidence as a coach, because your cl...
39. 7 Ways to Stop Making Excuses
May 09, 2019 07:00 - 11 minutes - 7.08 MBWe all find ourselves making excuses at some point. That’s why today’s episode is all about how to arrest your excuses and dismantle them until they no longer have power over you. Credit for this phrasing goes to Anna from Greece, who asked about how to do this a while back and inspired this episode! I love the word “arresting” in this context, because it so perfectly fits what you need to do with your excuses. I’ll give you seven ways to eliminate your excuses. Once you tune into the epis...
38. The Importance of Being Genuine
May 02, 2019 07:00 - 10 minutes - 6.45 MBLet’s talk about the importance of staying genuine in your business. Lots of entrepreneurs online are always pushing products and sales, and sometimes forget to lead with their hearts. People can sense it when you’re fake or insincere, so always lead from a place of generosity and genuine love. You might have heard that people buy things from people who they know, like, and trust. I want to change this a little bit: people buy things from people who they know, love, and trust! This is why ...
37. How to be Positive when you Are Told No
April 25, 2019 07:00 - 10 minutes - 6.35 MBStaying positive when you get turned down or told “no” can be a challenge! All of us entrepreneurs, leaders, and people who are doing more with our lives sometimes run into a “no” or get turned down, but if you’re going to do great things, you need to be willing to put yourself out there! Sometimes time is enough to turn a “no” into a “yes” (you’ll hear an amazing story explaining this in today’s episode, so tune in!). But keep in mind that a “no” now doesn’t necessarily mean a “yes” later...
36. How to Make the Most of Your Social Media Networking
April 18, 2019 07:00 - 21 minutes - 12.6 MBIt’s time to dig deep into the details! If you’re ready to learn how to make the most of your unique social media marketing strategy, this is the episode for you. I’m not claiming to be an expert in this topic, but I’ll tell you exactly what works for me so you can implement some of those strategies yourself. So much of relationship-building these days is done on social media, so pick a platform and remain consistent. (Yes, you can just pick one or two instead of trying to spread yourself ...
35. How to Have Patience under Stress
April 11, 2019 07:00 - 12 minutes - 7.86 MBLet’s talk about how to have patience under stress as you build your business. Stress affects all of us! Whether you’re building a business or not, you’ve experienced it and you know about it. Before we go on, let me just clarify that there’s good stress and bad stress. Good stress, for example, is when you put your body through a workout. Bad stress is when you’re burned out and feel like you need to take a nap for an entire month. It’s when it feels like you’ve been going and going, and ...
34. How to Know when a Client is a Good Fit or Not
April 04, 2019 07:00 - 13 minutes - 7.96 MBGetting a potential lead interested in working with you is only half of the question. The other half is figuring out whether you want to work with them! And that’s what today’s episode is all about: how to know whether a client is the right fit (or not). Not everybody is going to be a “yes” for you, so protect your energy and your time by working with the right clients! With that in mind, there are three things that I want you to know when you’re figuring out whether someone is a good fit ...
33. How to Add Value in Facebook Groups
March 28, 2019 07:00 - 11 minutes - 6.89 MBSometimes my podcasts are full of broad, encompassing advice that you can apply across your life and business. And sometimes they’re ultra-specific! Today is the latter type, and I’ll be focusing on how to consistently add value to your Facebook groups. As a listener to this podcast, there’s a pretty good chance that you’re a leader, influencer, high-achiever, and/or business owner. And I know that lots of you have Facebook groups where you lead other people and share your wisdom. My g...
32. How to Blend Faith & Business
March 21, 2019 07:00 - 12 minutes - 7.64 MBLet’s talk about how to blend faith and business in a secular world. This comes up for a lot of us who are believers, but also happen to be in business. Blending your spiritual and work life without being overbearing is a tough line to walk sometimes. On one hand, you want to reflect your values across all aspects of your life (including business), but you don’t want to be overly preachy. The struggle is real, so I’m here to help you along the way! To start off, just be kind. Say hello, gi...
31. The Reason for this Podcast
March 14, 2019 07:00 - 12 minutes - 7.89 MBI’m so thankful to have you here! It’s a pleasure to be able to connect with you, and to do what I can to inspire, encourage, and support you along the way. But do you know the reason for this podcast? If not, tune in, because that’s what this episode is all about! I talk to a lot of my clients about the importance of having a strong “why,” and this episode is about coming back to home base and getting grounded again in my “why.” Before we get into that, though, here’s a challenge for you,...