Greg Davis, Author of the Best-Selling Book, CHECKMATE, and Guest Speaker

Plenty of Positivity with Courtney Beck welcomes Greg Davis!

Greg Davis is a retired finance professional and author of the best-selling book, CHECKMATE. In this episode, Greg discusses his journey from a successful career at Hershey to academia. Greg has over 40 years of experience in accounting and finance. He was also an accounting professor at University of Illinois for 7 years.

Greg shares insights on work ethic, leadership, and the value of building connections with students through informal coffee chats. The conversation emphasizes adaptability in career transitions and the fulfillment found in teaching and mentoring. 

In addition, Greg shares his insights on life, writing, and personal finance, drawing parallels between chess and life's unpredictability. He discusses his journey of writing a book, the therapeutic process of reflecting on family loss, and the importance of humor in overcoming life's challenges. 

Greg emphasizes the significance of mentorship in career success and shares practical personal finance tips for a secure retirement. His experiences in academia highlight the value and joy of teaching.

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