Savannah James has opened up about a personal weakness during the latest episode of her podcast Everybody’s Crazy. While she’s excelled in nearly every aspect of her life-from raising three children to building a wellness brand-Savannah candidly admitted that leading group work is one area where she struggles.
Her revelation came during a relatable moment in the episode aired Monday, where she and co-host April McDaniel responded to a caller from Connecticut
The caller, a woman enrolled in an MBA program, shared her frustrations about leading and collaborating with a team-a familiar scenario for many balancing school, careers, and leadership roles.
April McDaniel, ever the strategist, jumped in with a thoughtful analogy. She encouraged the caller to treat team leadership like a game of chess. McDaniel explained that understanding individual strengths and using them strategically can help reduce friction and increase productivity: “You have to know the pieces on the board and how to move them,” she advised.
But for Savannah, that’s where the challenge begins. She admitted with refreshing honesty that group dynamics and leadership strategies are not her strong suit.
“I’m not good at it at all,” Savannah confessed. “I can’t do the game play. I don’t even know how to play chess.
Her words offered a rare glimpse into the vulnerabilities of someone often seen as near-flawless, especially in her role as the matriarch of the James household.
It’s an unusual admission from someone who is consistently credited for being the steady foundation in LeBron James’ life.
While the NBA superstar dominates headlines with his athletic accolades, he has frequently praised Savannah for being the one who holds the family together behind the scenes. In interviews, LeBron has spoken about how her strength and calm allow him to focus fully on his career and ambitions, crediting her with much of his personal stability.
Still, Savannah’s latest comments are an important reminder that even the most accomplished individuals face challenges-and that not being naturally adept at something doesn’t diminish overall success or value.
