small town REAL TALK

This week we are keeping it positive. In the real estate business, it is easy to get caught up in the everyday bustle. We forget to take a second to appreciate the families that allow us to be a part of their story. Check out this week's episode to hear their story!

People say "you've changed" like it's a bad thing. Changing does not mean that you've forgotten where you came from; it means growing and becoming a better person. Tune into this week's episode!

Boys and girls grow up thinking they're supposed to meet their "other half" and merge on one path together. News flash, people change and that's ok. To hear our stories check out this weeks full episode!

We get so caught up in making mistakes that we refrain from doing things we think might fail. Well, live in your mistakes, sister, because the only way we learn is when things get a little messy. You will never grow if you don't try.

Giving 100% leaves no room for you to wonder "what if," and failure starts from the moment you decide you aren't all in. This week let's talk about the "half-ass" mindset and how that affects your outcome. Check us out!

This week we welcome our first male business owner, Todd Boler. Todd is helping new business owners bring back our Chillicothe natives to help our city thrive the way it has always deserved. Tune in!

What is happiness... Everyone knows they want to be happy, but we don't really know how to get there. Tune in this week while we talk happiness and the choice to be happy.

As you get older, it gets easier to recognize what made you who you are today. This week Jen and Meredith share the greatest impacts and influences that got them to where they are today!

Today, the world of social media tends to only show the end result and not the hard work that got you there. Of course, it's easy to assume that the process must have been a smooth one. Join us as we talk about the rollercoaster ride that got us to where we are, and how we continue to grow every day.

Meet Jen Conley! I know... you might think you know her already, but this week we are introducing her in a new way! We'll learn some fun facts about how she got started in the mortgage business and some secrets on becoming a top producing lender in our area.

When you put yourself out there, people see you. You never realize the impact you may have on someone, so keep sharing! This week Jen and Meredith share some personal details about accomplishments they hadn't even realized they'd hit!

"It's not a sprint; it's a marathon." Well, a marathon is made up of a bunch of sprints. It gets hard to slow down and celebrate the little (or even the big) accomplishments in life, especially in this competitive business. Winners win and move on. We're always looking for the next thing to accomplish, but there is a way to find a healthy balance. This week we dive into being a winner and getting into your "boss" mentality. Check it out!

Everyone's perspective of perfection is different. How do you navigate through a world that is all about chasing perfection? Today Jen and Meredith give their perspective on the topic and open up about dealing with guilt, success, and being a boss. 

When you go to work every day, are you happy with what you're doing? If not, change it! Loving your job is key to building positive, long-lasting relationships and connections. Listen in today to learn about the importance of being in a healthy work environment and what you can do to create a positive atmosphere in your workplace!

Things get a little messy in this week's episode. Get a peek at what life and organization looks like from 2 mothers in a fast-paced business. Listen for some tips and recommendations on how to get a little more organized!

What did you think your life would look like when you got older? How different are you from who you thought you would be? Check out our newest episode and follow our journey from childhood to now! 

We all have our own outlets that we go to when faced with stressful situations or need to recenter ourselves in the midst of the busyness of life. This can look like spending time with family, exercising, watching videos on Tik Tok, and more. In today's episode, Meredith and Jen tackle the question of, "What are my outlets?" and learn more about themselves and each other while doing so. What are your outlets? 

Breaking those bad habits isn't an easy task, but it isn't impossible! Today we talk a little bit about self-sabotage and how to keep those good habits you may have already formed. Tune in for some great insight on staying tethered, self-sabotage, and forming habits!

A couple of months ago, Jen shared about officially being an "Empty Nester". For this week's episode, Meredith and Jen talk about the struggles and celebrations that come along with a parent watching their last child grow up and how your parenting styles may change as you grow and learn! Listen in today to hear from these two mothers about the inevitable of parenting! 

All relationships are important! Do you know how to build healthy ones? This week, our special guest opens up about how the loss of her son inspired her to teach and encourage others to build healthier relationships with friends, family, and your significant others. Listen in for first-hand experience and the best advice you can get from someone who truly understands. 

We put so much pressure on ourselves to have a grand purpose for our life- typically measuring our success by the standard that society has set before us. But what would happen if we saw that it was actually okay to just be the best version of ourselves that we can be and find purpose in the smaller things in life? Each person's individual purpose as a collective makes the world tick- We need retail workers, business owners, parents, and friends. You are more than enough and you don't have to change the world for your life to have meaning...  Your worth is not measured by what you do, but simply by you being YOU! Join Jen and Meredith in this week's podcast as they discuss the topic of "finding your purpose".

Our community is moving up! Listen in on how our community has been changing and expanding and how Meredith and Jen plan to be a part of that in the upcoming years. 

“I am enough” is hard for a lot of people to say and believe about themselves, but it's so important for us to believe & live this. If you could go back in time and tell your younger self one thing, what would it be? Our experiences growing up tend to shape us into who we are today–whether good or bad. But you don't always have to let those experiences define you. Join us & learn how to let the bad ones go!

Let's be real– none of us have it all together, despite what social media may portray at times. In fact, a lot of us feel we have zero value to add to others because, at times, our lives can seem like sheer chaos. But I believe that EVERYONE has a story to tell—full of lessons learned, valuable advice, and real experiences. When we hide our story out of shame or regret, we're depriving others of gaining knowledge from our history. Share who you are–you never know who it may help along the way.

Do you ever find yourself giving in to negative self-talk? Do you ever have thoughts that you're worthless? If you do, it's important to examine yourself and get to the root of why you think that way. Usually, these thoughts come from the way that we've perceived experiences in the past or from people telling us that we should feel bad about ourselves. We don't realize how our words can make life-long impacts on others and we shouldn't bring the words of others into our presents and futures. On this podcast, Jen and Meredith talk about how you can move forward from the past, reshape the images that you have of yourself, and realize that you are worth more!

There's an old saying, "Perception is Reality". We tend to walk away from situations with our own versions of what happened that are slightly different than reality. Our history can alter the way that we perceive situations and we can't always see things for what they truly are. It's important to have someone that views the world through a different lens come in and help us step back and see things more clearly, helping us to gain understanding from all sides of the situation. Join us on today's Podcast to hear about how surrounding ourselves with people who can have honest conversations with us about our perceptions can help us lay down our own understanding and move forward in life!

“It is not what you do for your children, but what you have taught them to do for themselves, that will make them successful human beings.” Jen's youngest son moving out sparks a conversation about what life looks like once you're an empty nester and finding the balance between both nurturing our children and preparing them for their future since we won't be here forever. Join us as we talk about that fine line between the two and how our experiences have helped shaped the way we've raised our children.

It's hard when someone doesn't like you. No one likes this feeling. Deep down we all truly want to be liked and accepted by all. It's a hard pill to swallow. But I've found, that the sooner you accept that not everyone is going to like you, the sooner you're okay with it, and the better chance you give yourself to fully be you. There's a lot of freedom that comes with that. Join us and find out why!

“Things happen, have happened, and will continue to happen. But you, the Reactor to these things, get to decide what it means and what impact it will have, if any, in your world. Because these things don't determine you- you determine them.” For today's podcast, Jen and Meredith talk about how we are in control of our response to life's circumstances and the importance of taking action and moving forward when problems arise. Join us on today's episode to hear more!

Why is it when someone experiences a little success, people feel compelled to talk negatively about them? We've seen this time & time again–especially in a small town. Join us to hear our real-life experiences in dealing with the back-biting and learning how to rise above!

The owner of The Stack + special guest, Jade, is giving us the inside scoop on how life led her to where she is today. After spending a total of 24hrs in our hometown Chillicothe, her entire family decided to move here and start a business. Join us to find out why!

Looking back at this journey while celebrating our 100th episode, we are overwhelmed with gratitude! We weren't sure what this journey would entail, but we knew that by starting this project we would help show others that anything you want to do in this life, is worth going after! Join us as we reflect back on our amazing guests, their inspiring stories and, what's new on the horizon for Small Town, Real Talk!

2020 was a rough year for everyone. If it's reinforced one thing, it's that we have to be okay with living in uncertainty. Life is uncertain, and we can't control every little detail of it. If you find it hard to be okay with the unknown, then join us on this week's podcast! 

People-pleasing never comes with malicious intent–but how many people in your life are you helping by only telling them the things they WANT to hear? Not only can it be detrimental to those around you, but yourself also. Join us to find out why!

We got to sit down and chat with guest Colleen about her experience & struggles in being a working parent. Working moms are doing their best to show up not only in their work-life but for their families. Join us to hear the struggles in balancing the two, mom guilt & how it's okay to love your career and family, too.

After pursuing a criminal justice degree, having a baby along the way, and still completing her 4-year degree––Mary is the epitome of perseverance! After spending time in her field-of-work, she decided to come back home and pursue real estate as-well. Life is a journey, and trying new things in-order to find your niche is well worth it. Join us to find out why!

Have you ever found yourself angry because others have things you don't? We are firm believers that anyone can have anything they want in life if they're just willing to put in the work. Nothing worth having is ever easy, but if you want it bad enough, you'll make it happen. Join us to find out why!

People will surprise you, especially people you consider friends. We've all felt the sting of that betrayal. But we've found that what you can control is how YOU treat others. Join us to hear our struggles with betrayal, hurt, and how to rise above to continue being a good human.

This year has not been easy on the planners. If anything, it's taught us to pivot and learn to be okay with change. Have the challenges of 2020 made you better? Join us to hear our thoughts on the growing pains of uncertainty.

I think we all can recall a time when we reacted instead of responded. Especially in a world of email & text messaging things can be easily misinterpreted. It's easy to let the little things get to you, but we've found over time it's better to not sweat the small stuff and move on. Join us and find out why! 

We've all been affected by covid in some way, and it's not been easy for any of us–especially those who have tested positive. Nothing can prepare you for the struggles that come with that two-week lockdown, so we're giving you the real & raw reality of what it's like balancing family & work life during a pandemic.

If you could go back in time and tell your younger self one thing, what would it be? Our experiences growing up tend to shape us into who we are today–whether good or bad. But you don't always have to let those experiences define you. Join us & learn how to let the bad ones go! 

Right & wrong aren't always the same for everyone–especially when it comes to business. Seeing this can force you to draw that line of what is personally right & wrong for you. At the end of the day, it's important to always do what YOU feel is best–regardless of what others are doing. Join us to hear our experience in finding those personal moral standards and drawing the line!

Kentucky Real Estate agent, Kelly Anne, is giving us the inside scoop on what it was like when she first started in the industry. From selling a few homes per year to becoming a top-selling agent in the state, Kelly's story is beyond inspiring. Join us now to hear it!  

We've all found ourselves caught in the web of trying to win the approval of others. But why? At the end of the day we all want to be liked. But not to the degree of sacrificing what we truly want in life because of the opinion of others. Join us and find out why! 

People often-times see a person's success and assume it came so easily or they had help along the way. But no one is there when you're pouring your blood, sweat & tears into your business. If you want success, prepare to work hard for it. Join us to hear our struggles & triumphs in building a business. 

In today's society, there's a lot of attention surrounding the way a woman looks–and sometimes, this attention can overshadow a person's accomplishments. Join us to hear our real-life experiences & thoughts on this struggle and how we actively want to be part of the solution.

None of us want to see our kids mess up or hurt, but at what point do we step away and let them figure things out for themselves? Tough love is called tough love for a reason because nothing about it is easy. Join us and hear our thoughts on the struggles, guilt & fear that come with parenthood.

Decisions are hard for most–if not everyone, and we've had our fair share of making some tough ones. Are you the type to follow your head or your gut when it comes to making those difficult decisions? Join us to find out our real thoughts on making choices, big or small! 

We all want our businesses to be successful–and when that time finally comes, it can feel overwhelming. But instead of holding onto fear of the unknown, we've learned that embracing the growth, accepting the challenges and celebrating those victories along the way is so important. Join us to find out why! 

We've all had to deal with some kind of drama in our lives, and it never feels good when you're the main topic of conversation. But we've found that you'll seldom find genuinely happy people stirring the pot. Join us and hear our struggles in dealing with the never-ending gossip, plus learning to let it all go.