In this episode of Prepare For Takeoff, Crystal Hadnott breaks down what it takes to sustain success at a high level. She is a PhD, entrepreneur, author and endurance athlete who built her career on discipline, purpose and consistency.

Crystal shares how she helps leaders scale impact without burnout, speaking from real experience and proven results. Through her work as CEO at CH Philanthropy & Fundraising, she has helped organizations raise nearly $1 billion. Her role as Founder & Chief Wellness Officer at Performance Pilates reflects her commitment to helping others perform at their best. She also shares insight from her books The Finish Line Was Just the Start, After the Finish Line: The Performance Playbook and Rise and Run.

Crystal highlights her advocacy for the HBCU community, which began while she was earning her master’s and later her doctorate at Texas Southern University. She highlights her pride as a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. Crystal explains the influence of her late mother, also a proud AKA, and the role that legacy plays in her drive for excellence.

If you are focused on leadership and growth, this episode delivers real perspective you can apply as you Prepare For Takeoff.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Background

00:48 - Growing Up in Houston

03:17 - Education and Early Career

05:27 - The Journey to Entrepreneurship

07:13 - Experiences at HBCUs

09:51 - Joining a Sorority and Its Impact

12:21 - Athletic Background and Burnout

14:46 - Transitioning to Consulting

17:31 - Running Marathons and Life Lessons

20:33 - Overcoming Health Challenges

23:17 - Advice for Success

26:09 - Final Thoughts and Future Plans

41:12 - Prepare For Takeoff Closing

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