Uplift: She addresses fear, personal growth, and the importance of stepping out of comfort zones.

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:

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.”

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.

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.

Writing Process

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

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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