The Successful Sisters Podcast

Taking a break for the holidays and to refocus on our families and business as we begin 2023 but feel free to follow us on our personal and business pages @jehava_brown , @twilacglenn and @twilaglenngroup.  Happy Holidays!  Wishing Success in all areas of your life as we begin a new year!

In this month's episode, Jehava and Twila talk about the ecomony, inflation, talks of recession, and how they are trying to recession proof their families, budgets and the upcoming holiday season.  They offers some tips of what they have done in the past when things have been tight and some things they are getting back to from a daily mindset change to shopping their pantry and fridge for meal ideas.   If you are concerned with the increase in costs and how your family is going to manage then this episode is for you.  Twila and Jehava bring their differing perspectives, one based in an anxious fear based personality and another based in previous experiences barely making it paycheck to paycheck to this episode to relate to you, They hope that you continue to relate to their struggles, fears, strengths, successes as everyday women who have been successful in business but are also searching for success in all aspects of their lives.  Their continued goal this month is to help women feel encouraged and a little less alone as we are all in this together and by seeing other women fail, succeed and just be real about life we all may find a little success along the way. Please follow and share and they would love to hear from you at @successfulsisterpodcast.  What are you doing this year to help recession proof your life?  What tips can you share as we are all in this together?

In this first episode of Season 2, Jehava and Twila get real as they discuss their struggles and fears for the future as they work through the ever present work life balance as working moms in entrepreneurial roles.  They chat about how they feel they've failed this year, what their hopes are for next year and what they are going to work on for the remainder of the year.  Listen in as they are truthful about how it really is as an entrepreneur but also how these fears drive them but also at what cost. If you've ever dealt with mom guilt and the constant battle to make money but also be present with your family then this episode is for you.  This season their hope as that you continue to relate to their struggles, fears, strengths, successes as everyday women who have been successful in business but are also searching for success in all aspects of their lives.  Their goal for another season is to help women feel encouraged and a little less alone as we are all in this together and by seeing other women fail, succeed and just be real about life we all may find a little success along the way. 

We've been gone for most of the summer and are preparing for a new season starting in October where we will post more in depth longer episodes the first Monday of the month.  With less episodes we will be better able to engage with you through social media and address topics that we all deal with and hopefully find a little success a long the way.  Mark your calendars for Monday, October 3! 

In today's episode Hava and Twila discuss a few of the books that they have each read that have contributed to their mindset and impacted their lives as well books on their reading list.  The books range from New York Times Bestseller List to fictional escapes.   They would love to hear what books you have read or are planning to read as they continue to build their list to live their best possible lives.  Message them @successfulsisterspodcast on Instagram and Facebook.Please like, comment, share on Instagram or Facebook @successfulsisterspodcast. They would love to hear from you.And please remember for the remainder of the summer, episodes are posted every other week.

In today's episode Hava and Twila discuss some of the habits and practices that have aided in their success.   As always they get real with some current habits, some old ones, some new ones and some of the ones they want to start.  Ranging from health, spiritual, business, lifestyle, what they want to develop vs what they really do.  They hope you can relate as we all try to develop healthier habits and lifestyles.  They would love to hear some of your habits. Message them @successfulsisterspodcast on Instagram and Facebook.Please like, comment, share on Instagram or Facebook @successfulsisterspodcast. They would love to hear from you.And please remember for the remainder of the summer, episodes are posted every other week.

After a short hiatus for vacations and work, on today's episode Hava and Twila discuss the how they handle meal planning and meals in the summer while balancing work and kids home.  They give you an insight into how they balance the kids' breakfast and lunches,  meal planning, some healthy lunch options for them.  Twila gives a couple of ideas of morphing meals that her and her family eat throughout the summer and Hava provides some tips on how to easily get fruits and vegetables into snacks and meals.  Their hope is that by listening in to their summer time meal ideas, plans and excuses it will give you a pass to do whatever works for you without guilt to get you and your family through the summer.  They would love to hear from you and how you feed yourself and your family in the summer.  Message them @successfulsisterspodcast on Instagram and Facebook.Please like, comment, share on Instagram or Facebook @successfulsisterspodcast. 

Thanks for checking in every week.  We really appreciate you all.  We will be back next week with a brand new episode.  We promise!

Hava is on a work trip with Disney as they launch the Disney Wish ship.  Check out her stories on her page.  Link in Bio.  We will be back next week with a new episode. 

Sorry, no episode this week.  Twila is now on vacation.  Please come back next week for another conversation between sisters. 

Hava's on Vacation.  Have a great week!  

In today's episode Hava and Twila discuss the start of the summer break and how they plan on managing childcare this year verus previous years. They discuss daily activities, chores, bedtimes, screen time, planned field trips, educational time and how they expect to do this while still working full time work from home jobs. They hope to give you some tips to help you in your summer plans and would also love to hear what you do as well. @successfulsisterspodcast on Instagram and Facebook.Please like, comment, share on Instagram or Facebook @successfulsisterspodcast. They would love to hear your plans for managing it all this summer. 

In today's episode,  Hava shares a deeper insight on how she got to where she is now as a Social Media Influencer.  She shares a practical tips for becoming a Social Media Influencer or Increasing your online presence for financial benefit.  This episode will benefit anyone who is looking to grow their business through social media platforms or for those looking to become aspiring Influencers and make money along the way.  By sharing more of her story and tricks of the trade she hopes to help and encourage others to have little success along the way. Please like, comment, share on Instagram @successfulsisterspodcast

In today's episode,  Twila and her husband of 19 years, Ryan chat about how they met, their early assumptions about a relationships outside of their race and how those early ignorances have morphed over the years.   He reveals his small town background and how that shaped his views for good and bad in their relationship.  They answer the question was it worth it, If they had to do over would they, frustrations with race influencing most of their conversations,and what would be the biggest thing that they've learned from being married to someone of a different race.  How Ryan has learned to acknowledge and overcome unintentional ignorance, and how they have learned to communicate coming from opposing directions.  They recount a few stories here and there. By sharing part of their story and relationship, they hope to encourage others in an interracial relationship, considering one or those seeking to understand what those different from themselves are going through and have a little success along the way. Please like, comment, share on Instagram @successfulsisterspodcast

In today's episode,  Jehava and Twila chat about the 5 things that they each wished they knew when they were in their 20s.  To make each episode authentic, they don't discuss their lists or topics beforehand, so listen in as they discover some surprising similarities and differences based on their perspectives with very different personalities, such as dealing with people pleasing, money, relationships, communication and more. Now in their late 30s and early 40s, they share some lessons learned that would have alleviated some stress, anxiety, fear and self doubt earlier in life.  Their hope is that you may relate, hear something of yourself in one of them, be encouraged and take something away that may help you find little bit of success along the way. If you enjoy this episode, please share and message us on Instagram @successfulsisterpodcast and we would love to hear what you love about yourself as we create a community of encouragement and success. 

In today's episode, listen in as Jehava and Twila dispell the top misbeliefs that they regularly hear regarding their professions as a Realtor and Social Media Influencer.   They discuss everything from commission paid to what real estate agents really make on a sale, actual expenses that real estate agents have, what agents really do with their time vs what the public thinks they do.  Assumptions people make about influencers to how much money they make, how they really feel about the products they promote,  comparison struggles,  true vs perceived personality types of influencers and what they really do vs what it is perceived they do.Their hope is that you will have some additional insight into both careers and perhaps answer some of your questions you may have had along the way regarding these perceived easy entry professions.   If you enjoy this episode or think it may help someone you know, please share and message us on Instagram @successfulsisterpodcast and we would love to hear what you love about yourself as we create a community of encouragement and success. 

In today's episode, follow Jehava and Twila as they discuss self confidence.  How they rate themselves on the self confidence scale.  When they have felt the most confident in their lives.  What made them feel that way?  How they view themselves now versus in youth.  How they perceive confident women from afar?  What contributes to them feeling confident? Listen in as they challenge you to list three things that they love about themselves and come up with their own short list as well as over tips that you can take away in your own journey to self confidence. Their hope is that you can relate and are encouraged in your life and will find a little bit of success along the way. If you enjoy this episode, please share and message us on Instagram @successfulsisterpodcast and we would love to hear what you love about yourself as we create a community of encouragement and success. 

In today's episode Hava and Twila once again get real and vulnerable as they talk about their Faith.  They grapple with the struggle of feeling close to God through the actions and expectations of being a "good" Christian versus the raw authentic personal relationship with God through the hardships of life.  They share when they have been the most connected to God and when they have felt disconnected and what actions have caused that.  They discuss rule based Faith, shame, guilt, hypocrisy, arrogance but also gratefulness, forgiveness, love, Bible-based Faith and how they have grown and constantly battle what Christianity has become vs what Christ has intended.  Their desire is by hearing their ever evolving journey you will be encouraged, set free, open and honest and find a little bit of success in your own Faith journey. If you feel like someone else may be encouraged or inspired by this episode, please share.Message and Follow:  @successfulsisterspodcast And don't forget to Subscribe at your favorite listening platform.

In today's episode, follow Jehava and Twila as they revist adult female friendships and why some have fizzled out and others have stood the test of time.  We discuss the different types of friendships in adulthood and what we look for in long lasting friendships as adults.  We discuss vulnerability, lack of judgment, initiating with openness, having fun, working at it, overcoming adversity and confrontation, admiting your wrongs and so much more. Walk with us as we self reflect some of our stronger friendships and discover why they have stood the test of time and continue to search for new authentic friendships in adulthood . Our hope is that you find something encouraging to help strengthen a friendship in your life or initiate a new friendship in your life. We would love to hear what has made some of your friendships long-lasting. If you enjoy this episode, please share and message us on Instagram @successfulsisterpodcast as we would love to hear your friendship wins and struggles, so we can all support each other.

In today's episode Hava and Twila recount their pregancy and childbirthing stories.  They chat about some of the similarities and differences they experienced being pregant and giving birth at different stages of their lives.  They get vulnerable as they discuss getting pregnant quickly vs struggling to get pregnant.  They get real about the differences in pregnancy and childbirth in their 20s vs 30s, having a miscarriage and what they loved and hated through the process.  And both having experienced delivery naturally and with an epidural they recount their birth stories and what they choose now and dealing with postpartum.   No matter your parenthood status, they hope that you will laugh along with them as the share their memories of pregnancy and childbirth.They would love to hear from you! Message and Follow:  @successfulsisterspodcast And don't forget to Subscribe and Share at your favorite listening platform.

On Today's Episode we answer our most asked questions from you are listeners!  Questions like Were We Always Close? Why Did We Get Married So Young? What was the Hardest Part of Starting Our Businesses? Do We Ever Want to Quit? What Contributed to Having a Close Relationship with Each Other? Why Did We Start a Podcast? What Do We Think Were Key Factors to Creating a Six Figure Income? How Long Did It Take to Make Money? What is the Hardest Part of Having Teenagers? What is Our Parenting Styles? How Do We Make Friends at Our Age?We appreciate the support and engagement we have had since starting this podcast and want you to get to know us more and us get to know you.  Please keep your questions coming. Message us on Instagram @successfulsisterspodcast.   And please continue to like and Share!

Are you also a recovering Perfectionist?  Do you have high unrealistic goals in one or more areas of your life? In today's episode, listen in as Hava and Twila share their very different paths through Perfectionism.  They share how perfectionistic tendencies started at a young age in one and developed later in life for the other.  Its benefits and damaging effects throughout the years. Laugh along with them as they recount some of the experiences as newlyweds and new parents and lessons learned along the way.  And how they are embracing some aspects of it in their business and managing and conquering its negative aspects in their personal lives. Their hope for this episode is that by hearing their struggles and successes in living up to unrealistic expectations whether internal or external ones, you will find the freedom that they have in embracing your own shortcomings so that you will be encouraged to find a little bit of success in your own journey to conquering Perfectionism. They would love to hear about your journey as we are all in this together! Message and Follow Us:  @successfulsisterspodcast 

In today's episode Hava and Twila discuss diversity representation, what it is and how it has personally influenced their lives, businesses and families.  They reveal how the lack of seeing people who looked like them in the media affected them growing up as well as the positive effects of the recent movement of diversity representation for people of color. They share how these positive influences affected everything from how they view their hair and body type to inspiring their business goals.  Their desire is that by bringing awareness to this area of life and how it affects people of color, particularly women, it may prompt you to think differently about what you see or do not see represented in society and take the initiative to seek out new businesses, authors, influencers, podcasters and causes.They would love to hear from you!  Message and Follow:  @successfulsisterspodcast  Don't forget to Subscribe at your favorite listening platform and please leave a review. 

In today's episode Hava and Twila relive the recent Disney Cruise that they took with their younger kids without their husbands. They share what a cruise vacation looks like now, the similarities and differences to cruising before, safety measures implemented on Disney ships, traveling with a food allergy and how Disney handled that, and of course as everyone wants to know, is it worth the price? Join them as they recount their recent experience and perhaps answer some questions you may have had about taking a cruise or traveling abroad under current health restrictions.  To follow their stories from the trip, check out Hava's Instagram page @onlygirl4boyzThey would love to hear from you! Message and Follow:  @successfulsisterspodcast And don't forget to Subscribe at your favorite listening platform.

So many of us work from home now but what about running a business from home?In today's episode Hava and Twila chat about the reality of what it is really like having home based businesses.  They reveal some of the questions they've asked themselves such as What should I be doing every day?  How do I handle household distractions? When should I stop working? How do I stay motivated when I don't have a set schedule? And more. They share about balancing a "flexible" schedule, loneliness working from home, setting boundaries as well as some of the perks they've found along the way.  And as always they will offer tips that have helped them throughout the years. Their desire is that by hearing their honest stories of what it is really like working from home that you will relate, be encouraged and find a little bit of success along the way.They would love to hear from you! Message and Follow:  @successfulsisterspodcast And don't forget to Subscribe at your favorite listening platform.

Already struggling with the goals and aspirations you set for 2022? Us too!  In today's episode Hava and Twila reveal some of their current struggles as entrepreneurs the first few months of this year.  They share some of their present obstacles in their businesses in real estate and social media influencing, the doubts that they have had, the exhaustion they are going through and trying to keep work life boundaries and stay in a positive and motivating mindset.  Their desire is that by hearing their honest stories of the real ups and downs of maintaining their motivation and enthusiasm in their businesses that you will be encouraged through the ups and downs of your own work life journeys and find a little bit of success along the way.They would love to hear from you! Message and Follow:  @successfulsisterspodcast And don't forget to Subscribe at your favorite listening platform.

In today's episode Hava and Twila get real and vulnerable as they share some of the beliefs they were taught growing up in Christian spaces in a "Christian" nation.  They share their frustrations and ultimately how they have grown and found freedom.  They discuss everything from Christianity becoming political, traditional roles in marriage, expectations of women, forgiveness, what the Bible says vs what some churches may teach.  Their desire is by hearing their journey to freedom from some of the oppressive beliefs from Christianity you will be encouraged to open a dialogue with someone who may not be like minded but like hearted and find a little bit of success in your own Faith journey. They would love to hear about your journey! Message and Follow:  @successfulsisterspodcast And don't forget to Subscribe at your favorite listening platform.

On this week's episode, join Hava and Twila as they chat about the steps they have each taken to turn their houses into homes no matter the size, condition or budget they had at the time.  They offer some free and inexpensive tips that they have used over the years to turn their homes into a relaxing retreat where family and friends want to gather.  Their wish is that no matter the space you live, you will be able to create your own relaxing environment that will help you recharge for your life to be successful in every way.  They would love to hear about how you make your house a home!Message and Follow:  @successfulsisterspodcast And don't forgot to Subscribe at your favorite listening platform!

Are you struggling with body confidence or body positivity? In this episode listen in as Hava and Twila discuss their very different insights into body image and how loving their body differs for them.  They recall their early views of beauty and how they did not fit society's view of it, their past struggles and insecurities, their current opinions of their bodies and how they have developed confidence from two opposing methods, weight loss vs. weight gain. Their desire is by hearing their different journeys you may see some of yourself and that you will be encouraged to find a little bit of success in your own journey to Body Confidence. They would love to hear about your journey! Message and Follow:  @successfulsisterspodcast And don't forgot to Subscribe at your favorite listening platform.

On this episode, Hava and Twila chat with Amy Weatherly and Jess Johnston of the thriving online community, Sister, I Am With You, a space where millions of women get real about friendship.  They are authors of the new book I'll Be There (But I'll be Wearing Sweatpants) Finding Unfiltered Real-Life Friendships in This Crazy, Chaotic World a relatable and practical guide to intentionally finding and maintaining friendships for every phase of life you are in.  We discuss the pain and hurt of friendship, being authentic in your friendships and some practical tips and tools that you can take with you as you seek out and grow the friendships in your life.  Sometimes adult friendships can feel like being picked last at dodge ball. I'll Be There, But I'll Be Wearing Sweatpants shows readers how to intentionally pursue friends in everyday life and create the kind of friendships that get raw and gritty, are safe for big feelings, deep secrets and belly laughs.Message and Follow:  @successfulsisterspodcast And don't forgot to Subscribe at your favorite listening platform!

In the first episode of the year, Jehava and Twila discuss self-care and the importance of taking the time to care for yourself despite the external pressures we all feel.  They define what self-care is to each of them and if they succeeded or failed at in 2021 and what their self-care goals are for 2022.  They chat about some of the guilt and societal influences that negatively impact them intentionally taking care of themselves and their plans to combat throughout this year.  Join them as they laugh through the self care differences between men and women and the reality of taking the time to pamper yourself.Their desire is by hearing their stories you will be reminded to take the time to take care of yourself each and every day and find a little bit of success in Self-Care.  They would love to hear about what you do for yourself!Message and Follow:  @successfulsisterspodcast And don't forgot to Subscribe at your favorite listening platform!

In the last episode of the year, Jehava and Twila discuss a few of their goals from 2021 that they accomplished as well as set new goals for 2022. They discuss what they are striving for in business, health, family, marriage and personal care in the next year. Their hope is by hearing their goals you will be inspired to set your own realistic goals as well. Walk with them through as they close out the year and start a new one and find success along the way. They would love to hear about your goals for 2022! Message and Follow:  @successfulsisterspodcast And don't forgot to Subscribe at your favorite listening platform!

Description: In today's episode, follow Jehava and Twila as they continue to discuss managing stress and expectation during the holidays.  In the second part of this series they discuss the stress that occurs during the holidays from expectations, traditions and dealing with family members and how they have attempted to manage this over the years setting up their own simple traditions and and boundaries to help them focus on the real meaning of this season.Walk with them through this holiday season as they grow alongside you and find success along the way.They would love to hear about your tips and tricks to managing the stressors in your life this holiday season.Message and Follow:  @successfulsisterspodcastAnd don't forgot to Subscribe at your favorite listening platform!

Description: In today's episode, follow Jehava and Twila as they discuss the managing stress and expectation during the holidays.  In this two part series they discuss the financial and mental stress that happens during the holidays when it comes to gift giving and how they have attempted to manage this over the years setting up budgets and boundaries to help them focus on the real meaning of this season.Walk with them through this holiday season as they grow alongside you and find success along the way.They would love to hear about your tips and tricks to managing financial stressors this holiday season.Message and Follow:  @successfulsisterspodcastAnd don't forgot to Subscribe at your favorite listening platform!

Description: In today's episode, follow Jehava and Twila as they discuss the difficult topic of friendship breakups and fails.  How they have each experienced breakups in very different ways, how friendships have evolved or declined, what they have learned from them but also how they have grown from them to help those who experienced them not feel alone. Walk with them through their journey in the complex game of adult friendships as they grow alongside you and find success along the way.  They would love to hear about your friendship breakups and successes.Message and Follow us:  @successfulsisterspodcast

In today's episode, follow Jehava and Twila as they discuss the past two years and how the pandemic has affected their families, friendships, business and mental health. Walk with them through their fears, self awareness and joys to where they have ended up now. Follow us @successfulsisterspodcast and please share.

Description: In today's episode, follow Jehava and Twila as they discuss their many failed business attempts over the years and how they finally discovered successful ventures.Walk with them through their journey of self-awareness as wannabe entrepreneurs as they discovered what they were truly good at and the all-important Why, which at times was as simple as a need to make more money for their families.As always, they offer simple tips that helped them in finding what they would ultimately find success in to encourage you on your journey.They would love to hear about your ideas and attempts.  Follow us on Instagram @successfulsisterspodcast

In this episode, Jehava and Twila discuss Mom Guilt, the feeling that no matter how much you are doing as a parent, it is not enough. They talk about their struggles overcoming Mom Guilt and the successes they have had along the way as it has evolved over the years. They offer tips on what has helped them in the past and present to encourage you on your journey. 

In this episode, Jehava and Twila discuss their struggles as People Pleasers and the healthy boundaries they have put into place to help get control over this in their lives.  They discuss how they are People Pleasers, How it has changed over the years, What they are currently doing to manage it and offer tips that they are using to set boundaries in their businesses, family and relationships. 

In this episode, Jehava interviews Twila about her job as a Real Estate Agent and the successful business she has created as a Team Leader and full time Realtor. Twila answers some of her most asked questions from how to get clients, what is the hardest parts of the job to how to set yourself apart.

In this episode, Twila interviews Jehava about her job as a full time Social Media Influencer and the successful business she has created as a Blogger and Lifestyle Influencer. Jehava answers some of her most asked questions from how to gain followers to how to create a full-time income.

In this episode, Jehava and Twila discuss a few of their top money saving tips that they have used when money was tight and some that they still use today. From shopping and groceries to saving money on vacations and home improvement.

In this episode, Jehava and Twila discuss how they met and married their husbands of 16 and 18 years. The similarities and differences in their personalities. The differences between one starting her family early in their marriage versus the other starting later. Along with discussing their top struggles as well as offer helpful tips that contributed to them being married this long.

In this episode, Jehava and Twila discuss their past and current struggles with anxiety and depression and how they each personally deal with them.  They offer their current treatment methods as encouragement for you to get the help you need. 

In this episode, Jehava and Twila discuss their desires and struggles with being intentional in making friends and developing that “best” friend relationship with others.  They offer tips that they are actively using to find new friends and foster current relationships.

In this episode, Jehava and Twila discuss their financial journeys with no savings and debt and the motivations behind reaching certain financial accomplishments as well as offer tips they have found helpful to aid you in your journey.

In this episode, Jehava and Twila discuss the racism that they have experienced in theirperspective businesses as a Social Media Influencer/Blogger and a Real Estate Agent.

In this episode, Jehava and Twila discuss their hardships and lessons learned in making adult friendships and share tips they have found helpful.

In this episode, Jehava and Twila discuss their different parenting styles for their children ages 7-16 and how they have changed over the years and share lessons they've learned along the way.

In this episode, Jehava and Twila discuss dealing with burn out as mothers and self-employed women, how they prevent and cope as well as offer tips that they have found helpful.

In this episode, Jehava and Twila discuss their start in their prospective fields and how long it took to make a six-figure income in social media and real estate and offer tips for starting your journey!