Life, Lemons & LemonDrops

How are your 2022 goals coming along? Are you on track? Or have you lost your way? Do you even remember what your goals were? A mid-year review may be just what you need to end the year the way you'd planned. In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops , hosts Greer and Whitnie reflect on the first half of 2022 and the importance of goal-setting. With half the year behind us, now is an excell...

Barriers. Preparation. Possibilities. Oh my! In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops, hosts Greer and Whitnie give a special shout-out to the newest Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, and consider the myriad steps required for her to accomplish this milestone in her life. By examining the obstacles, both real and imagined, we share with you practical tips for how you, too, could...

This or That. Brainsparker. Cocktail party chatter. In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops hosts Greer and Whitnie discuss the art of being able to think quickly, share opinions, and even pivot when the occasion calls for it. Through some thought-provoking social engagement exercises, they have fun answering mystery questions on the fly, much the same way you would at a cocktail party or...

In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops hosts Greer and Whitnie take a much-deserved victory lap on the heels of the Golden State Warriors Championship win over the Boston Celtics. As their beloved local basketball team reaches the pinnacle of the NBA, they observe that the detractors are already coming after the Warriors. Notably, complaints mount about the bloated players' payroll of th...

Either you win, or you learn. That's the best philosophy to live by when it comes to failure and success. In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops, hosts Greer and Whitnie discuss what you stand to gain when you allow yourself to fail. With a focus on employment and consulting opportunities, and other career advancement endeavors, join the duo for a deep dive into how you can turn failure...

It's June, and so far, it's been a year of stuff on top of stuff. How about a bit of fun mixed in with your life lessons? In this second of a two-segment episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops hosts Greer & Whitnie share thoughts about recent events in pop culture. In what might seem like meaningless celebrity gossip, you might find there's more than meets the eye. From Her Royal Majesty the...

It's June, and so far, it's been a year of stuff on top of stuff. How about a bit of fun mixed in with your life lessons? In this first of a two-segment episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops hosts Greer & Whitnie share thoughts about recent events in pop culture. In what might seem like meaningless celebrity gossip, you might find there's more than meets the eye. From Her Royal Majesty the...

As the old saying goes, "talk is cheap." But you have to start somewhere. In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops hosts Greer and Whitnie discuss the latest mass shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, and consider how society might use this crisis to come together for meaningful change. With over 311,000 students directly impacted by gun violence (since Columbine), we consider...

In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops, Greer and Whitnie explore the challenges of the decision-making process. When you find yourself overwhelmed with too many choices or obsessing over the fear of missing out, also known as FOMO, leaving you unable to think clearly enough to make a move, the best thing to do is take a deep breath. Then comes the easy part--remembering that decision-ma...

In this episode of Life Lemons & LemonDrops, hosts Greer and Whitnie discuss having choices and prioritizing the long-term benefit of instant gratification. By eliminating the 4-letter word, "can’t" from your vocabulary, you can choose instead to pursue and achieve your goals following deliberate steps in a plan designed to take you from where you are to where you want to be. Defeatist languag...

In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops, Greer and Whitnie discuss the joys of kindness. When a random encounter turned into an hours-long treat in an airport hospitality lounge, courtesy of comedian Mark Curry, Mike Johns posted on LinkedIn about how much the gesture changed his mood, day, and life. Inspired by the story, Greer and Whitnie challenge you to find ways to share random acts...

"Give credit where credit is due" is more than just a pithy saying. It’s a directive for both your personal and professional lives that brings greater reward than just making you feel good for acknowledging the efforts of others. In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops, Greer and Whitnie discuss the benefits of publicly recognizing the contribution of people who work with you toward commo...

A job isn’t done until it’s complete. Confusing? Not really. There is a process to finishing projects on your to-do list, and you should learn to embrace each one of those steps. And don't add anything new until you clear what's already there. In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops, Greer and Whitnie discuss the importance of completion. When you have a mindset of completion and goal ach...

Time to dust off the cobwebs, literally and figuratively. In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops hosts Greer and Whitnie discuss spring cleaning—why it’s important, how to do it, and some of the benefits you will reap. After a busy first quarter, preceded by a hectic two years, the sisters share some of their frustrations with having clutter in their lives and the steps to take to declut...

In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops hosts Greer and Whitnie discuss their latest shared title, #1 International Bestselling Authors. While not the first for Whitnie, it is Greer's first time receiving recognition for her contribution to the book, "The Book I Read: Stories of Transformation." Whitnie explains which book she selected as transforming her and what it means to be a part of...

In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops, hosts Greer and Whitnie discuss their latest shared title, #1 International Bestselling Authors. While not the first for Whitnie, it is Greer’s first time receiving the recognition for her contribution to the book, “The Book I Read: Stories of Transformation.” Greer explains which book she selected as transforming her and what it means to be a part of...

By now, you've seen it. And you've discussed it or tweeted or posted about it. Whether you are disgusted or celebrating it, everyone has thoughts about Will Smith's battery of and verbal tirade toward comedian Chris Rock during the 2022 Academy Awards broadcast. In this bonus episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops, Greer and Whitnie break down some of the chatter surrounding this event. While ne...

Location, location, location. Where you are isn't just important in real estate, it can also be an essential part of your own success. Through travel and exposure to other parts of the world or just outside your normal comfort zone, you allow yourself to grow in ways beyond what is possible if you just stay home. In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops, Greer and Whitnie discuss the value...

"Every decent con man knows that the simplest truth is more powerful than even the most elaborate lie." ― Ally Carter. And that's where it starts. It's easier to get conned than you think because kernels of truth envelop the con. Don't believe it? Look at the millions of people around the globe, some of which are told in three recent Netflix and Hulu streaming events. In this episode of Life, Lemo...

Every day you have the choice to run your mind or let your mind run you. When your mind is on autopilot, you focus on the negative, the doubts, fears of the future, and the guilt of the past. It doesn't have to be that way. In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops, Whitnie takes you on a mindfulness journey with an exercise to help you quiet your mind to let go of the stress that keeps you...

In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops, Greer and Whitnie explore the value of following your instincts in decision-making and not allowing others' opinions of your ideas to get in the way of achieving your goals. Whether you have small ideas or big dreams, "dream killers" are the people who plant negative thoughts in your head and limit your confidence in your ability to follow through....

First, there was FOMO, then JOMO.  Now there is FOPO? The fear of other people's opinions. Isn't it enough that you were born with an inner critic that you allow to keep you from the success of your dreams? Then why are you also letting what other people think of you, or whether they think of you at all, get in your way? In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops, Greer and Whitnie expl...

According to the Bard, "a rose by any other name would smell as sweet." But in reality, would it? What's in a name? Is yours holding you back? Whether it's Moon Unit, Wilde Wolf, Greer, or Whitnie, what impact does your name, unique or not, have on your life? Following the birth of her son, Wilde Wolf, Eve Jihan Cooper, the rapper known mononymously as Eve, Greer and Whitnie discuss the importance...

You've been there. Applying for a job is stressful. Getting an offer is exciting. Then comes the difficult part of negotiating your salary and benefits. How do you place a price on valuing your contribution to the company without pricing yourself out of the job or underselling yourself and leaving money on the table.  In this episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops, Greer and Whitnie discuss...

Does a professional sports coach need to have played the sport they are coaching? Or does your neighbor make a million dollars before they start giving you financial advice? Should the unsolicited opinions and advice from people who have no experience or expertise doing what you're trying to do matter. At a recent social gathering, Life, Lemons & LemonDrops hosts Greer and Whitnie were peppere...