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House of Hammers
Welcome to House of Hammers — a podcast where iron sharpens iron and faith fuels perseverance. Each week, your hosts dig deep into stories of mindset, motivation, and servant leadership, reminding us to focus on "roots, not fruit" — building strong foundations before chasing results.
Through real conversations, spiritual truths, and guest insights, House of Hammers challenges you to grow in grit, grace, and purpose. Whether you’re leading a team, a family, or simply yourself, this is your space to be sharpened, strengthened, and inspired to serve. Grab your hammer, it’s time to build something that lasts. 🛠️
House of Hammers
Royalty in the Grind | Lakenya Burks
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In this inspiring episode of House of Hammers, hosts Aaron Babicz ’93 and Chris Okoye ’14 sit down with Lakenya Burks — mom, coach, mentor, and entrepreneur behind I Am Royalty Custom Apparel, Southfield Ravens, and Greater Metropolitan Youth Sports.
Lakenya shares her journey of resilience and purpose — from building her business from the ground up to empowering young athletes and families in her community. She opens up about balancing leadership, the power of mentorship, and how she instills confidence and discipline in the next generation.
This episode is all about knowing your worth, walking in your calling, and leading with love — proving that true royalty is earned through service, strength, and grace. 👑🛠️