Every. Goal. Matters. Blog Post by Darlene Whitehurst What’s in a Goal – and why do I have to write them down? Recently, a young woman asked me to be her business coach. I said I would be glad to do it. We set up a time for our first meeting, and I asked her to...
Dare to Dream Big! Blog Post by Darlene Whitehurst Creating a “Success Mindset” “The key to success is to maintain a positive, yes-you-can-do-it, mindset.” Annette Bau As a GoalFriend, you know that it’s up to you to define your own success, and it’s your unique...
A year ago, I took a chance and opened another chapter of my life because I wanted a change. A recent Army retiree after 20 years was all that I knew. However, I bought a brand new townhouse and moved to Raleigh, N.C., then started school at Wake Technical Community...
Life is short, but don’t forget to stop and smell the roses! These common sentiments make me want to hurry up to experience life to its fullest before it’s too late, while making sure to slow down to appreciate life at the same time. Being a working parent with an...
This month, we celebrate the giants who came before us. We thank the women who created the suffrage movement for us to vote. We celebrate the women who shattered every glass ceiling. We cheer the women who, against terrible odds, soared, achieved and accomplished what...
November is what I call the gratitude train month. Everyone is getting on and showing gratitude. I love it and encourage everyone to start a habit of gratitude. Is 21 days of gratitude in November enough to change your mindset and make you happier? 21 days is not...