Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Lisa Hankins.

Topic: Her book Beyond the Chair and life after the beauty industry.

🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:

1. Purpose of the Book – "Beyond the Chair"

• The book is a guide for professionals, especially in the beauty industry, who are seeking to transition into new roles or careers.
• It addresses fear, personal growth, and the importance of stepping out of comfort zones.

1. Lisa’s Journey

• Lisa spent 35 years in the beauty industry.
• She experienced physical tolls from the job, including lung issues and back injuries, partly due to prolonged exposure to chemicals like relaxers and hair product fumes.
• A back injury in 2012 forced her to leave the industry at age 50.

1. Health & Safety in the Beauty Industry

• Lisa highlighted the dangers of chemical exposure and lack of protective measures (e.g., not using gloves).
• She emphasized the need for awareness about long-term health risks for stylists and barbers.

1. Faith and Planning

• Lisa credits her faith and careful financial planning (savings, insurance, retirement funds) for enabling her smooth transition.
• She encourages others to prepare financially and spiritually for life changes.

1. Overcoming Fear

• Fear is a major barrier to change. Lisa stresses the importance of faith, belief in oneself, and having a support system.
• She quotes scripture and shares motivational insights to inspire others to move “beyond the chair.”

1. Broader Message

• The book is not just for beauty professionals—it’s for anyone feeling stuck in a role or phase of life.
• Everyone has a “chair” they need to move beyond.

1. Technology & AI

• Lisa discusses the role of social media in the beauty industry.
• She shares a humorous anecdote about AI and plagiarism concerns in her ministry training.

1. Writing Process

• The book took two years to complete, with interruptions due to health issues.
• Lisa relied on faith and perseverance to finish it.

1. SMART Goals & Retreats

• She advocates for setting SMART goals and writing things down to stay focused.
• A retreat experience helped her reflect and clarify her purpose.

📚 Where to Find the Book:

• Available on Amazon.
• Search for Beyond the Chair by Lisa Hankins.
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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. T.M. Robinson-Mosley.

Founder of The Playbook. Here’s a breakdown of the key topics and highlights:

Key Themes & Highlights

1. The Playbook’s Mission & Innovation

   • Dr. Mosley introduces The Playbook, an award-winning mental health performance sports tech company.
   • The platform measures stress, well-being, and resilience, providing athletes with data-driven insights to improve performance.

2. Mental Health & Performance Tracking

   • The Playbook uses gamified psych assessments to quantify mental health metrics like resilience and stress.
   • It provides trackable wellness solutions for sports organizations, helping teams gain a competitive advantage.

3. Scaling Mental Health Support in Sports

   • Dr. Mosley discusses the challenges of scaling mental health resources, especially post-COVID.
   • She emphasizes the importance of AI and machine learning in making mental health measurable and actionable.

4. Privacy & Athlete Trust

   • The Playbook is HIPAA-compliant, ensuring privacy and restricted access to athlete data.
   • It was developed with input from thousands of athletes, making it a trusted tool in the sports ecosystem.

5. Expanding Beyond Sports

   • While The Playbook is designed for athletes, Dr. Mosley acknowledges its potential in corporate and medical spaces.
   • She highlights interest from industries like construction, healthcare, and military operations.

About Dr. T.M. Robinson-Mosley & The Playbook

Dr. T.M. Robinson-Mosley is a consulting psychologist who has worked with elite sports organizations, including the NBA, NFL, NCAA, and U.S. Air Force. She founded The Playbook to bridge the gap between mental health and athletic performance, ensuring that mental wellness is prioritized alongside physical training. Her work is revolutionizing how teams and athletes approach mental health, making it quantifiable, trackable, and actionable.

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