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I stood there as everything stopped moving around me
Darlene Hawley
I remember waking up filled with excitement with big plans to host a 4th of July celebration with a few friends.
July 4th, 2001, I remember waking up filled with excitement with big plans to host a 4th of July celebration with a few friends.
Instead, I stood with my cell phone to my ear in the center of my store (Best Buy) as everything stopped moving around me and was told to head home to Vegas immediately that my mom and son had been in a car accident.
19 years ago my world was flipped upside down.
I lost my mom in a car accident that day and I almost lost my oldest son Jonathan who was 5 at the time.
I thank God every day that my son survived.
My mom was the most loving and kindest women, she would do anything for anyone and put everyone else first. She was my biggest fan, my best friend, and the most amazing woman I have ever met.
I don’t remember much about the days after losing her, they’re all a blur but I can tell you exactly when I knew I had to make a change in how I was living my life.
After her memorial service as we took the long walk to where she would be laid to rest, there was a moment that I stopped and turned around and I was in complete awe at the number of people behind me that my mom had made an impact on that had come to celebrate her life with us.
It still brings me to tears when I think of that moment. I knew right there that the life I was leading was not the way I wanted it.
It was time to make a change and make an impact and leave a legacy just as she had in her short 49 years.
Life is never guaranteed and I know first hand just how quickly it can change.
It’s time to stop waiting for the perfect time.
Do what you love and are passionate about.
Start that business you’ve been thinking about.
Call that family member you haven’t spoken to in years.
Book that ticket and go on that dream vacation (well at least start dreaming it up when we're able to travel again)
Do what you love and are passionate about.
Start that business you’ve been thinking about.
Call that family member you haven’t spoken to in years.
Book that ticket and go on that dream vacation (well at least start dreaming it up when we're able to travel again)
Life is way to short to have regrets.
I challenge you to stop what you’re currently doing and really look at your life.
Are you doing what makes you happy and lights you up?
If not what steps could you take to get you there?
It’s time you start living your purpose and loving your life.
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Hey There!
I'm Darlene
As a mother, wife, connector, and dream builder, I’m Darlene Hawley, the founder of DarleneHawley.com and an Executive Leadership & Businesss Coach dedicated to empowering leaders like you.
My passion lies in helping ambitious professionals cultivate their unique leadership style while crafting an authentic and impactful personal brand. Through my coaching, we’ll work together to build a solid foundation that not only inspires your team but also drives results and growth within your organization.
Since 2007, I have been committed to guiding leaders and entrepreneurs in launching and scaling their businesses with confidence and clarity.
Today, I focus on supporting women in reaching their leadership goals and living their dream lives—all while balancing the joys of raising my family and creating meaningful memories each day.
Together, we’ll transform your challenges into opportunities, allowing you to lead with authenticity and inspire those around you.
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