Chess, Not Checkers

In this conversation, Christina Anthony shares her journey from Corporate America to the successful entrepreneur and CEO of Affordably Lavish, a nonprofit focused on affordable housing. She discusses her experiences in corporate America, the lessons learned from her early ventures, and the importance of resilience and confidence in entrepreneurship. Christina emphasizes the significance of timing, community impact, and finding balance in life and work.

In this conversation, Al Honor shares his journey from being a baseball player to serving in the Air Force and eventually becoming a successful basketball coach. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship, hard work, and sacrifice in achieving success. Al reflects on the life lessons learned through his experiences and the impact he aims to have on his players, highlighting the significance of education and personal growth. He concludes with advice on patience, trust in hard work, and the importance of treating others well.

🎙️ Episode Recap: Chess Not Checkers – Introduction Episode 🎙️

Official Launch 2.6.2024

Welcome to the very first episode of Chess Not Checkers! Hosted by Brittany Honor, this podcast is designed to help you shift from reactive moves to strategic plays in your life and career.

In this introductory episode, Brittany shares the why behind the podcast and sets the stage for what's to come. She explains the powerful difference between playing chess—thinking ahead, anticipating challenges, and adapting—and playing checkers, which often means reacting to what's right in front of you.

Brittany dives into her passion for helping individuals navigate their “Now What” moments—those pivotal times when ambition meets uncertainty—and provides a glimpse of the tools, strategies, and bold moves that will be unpacked in future episodes.

Listeners can expect insightful conversations with guests who’ve mastered goal setting, mindset shifts, and courageous career pivots. These stories aren’t yours, but they might hold the key to unlocking your next big move.

Get ready to feel empowered, inspired, and equipped to not just play the game, but *change* it. Because remember: It’s Chess, NOT Checkers.

Tune in, lean in, and let’s make strategic moves together. ♟️✨