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Ep 108 - Embracing Boldness with Leigh Burgess

Darlene Hawley

From Corporate Burnout to Empowerment: A Journey of Boldness

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Welcome back to the Attract and Standout podcast with Darlene Hawley! 
Today’s episode 108 features the inspiring story of Leigh Burgess CEO of Bold Industries Group and co-founder of the company with her daughter in 2020. 

Tune in as Leigh shares her transition from a corporate career to entrepreneurship amidst burnout during the pandemic. Discover how her ‘Be Bold Today’ framework (Believe, Own, Learn, Design) has empowered women in leadership roles, and learn about the unique dynamic of building a business with her daughter. She provides insight into the importance of storytelling, continuous learning, and maintaining a growth mindset.

Don't miss practical tips on achieving success, the power of thought leadership, and the significance of sharing authentic stories to connect and inspire others.

Whether you're an established entrepreneur or just starting out, Leigh's journey offers valuable lessons in boldly pursuing your dreams.


00:32 Lee Burgess' Journey to Entrepreneurship
01:47 Mother-Daughter Business Dynamics
02:59 Generational Perspectives and Challenges
04:51 Corporate Skills in Entrepreneurship
06:18 The Bold Framework and Its Impact
10:31 Sharing Stories and Building Confidence
15:03 The Importance of Authenticity and Resilience
21:33 Business Growth and Strategic Planning
25:41 Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights
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Leigh Burgess is a thought leader, game-changer and powerhouse connector determined to ignite and support the bold journeys of others. After over twenty years in healthcare, she founded Bold Industries Group, a platform for uniting, inspiring and empowering women that brings together a unique global network via her Bold events, the Bold Leaders Collective membership, The Bold Lounge podcast and through her dynamic speaking, coaching, and consulting engagements. With a focus on the intersection of mindset, strategy and wellness, her Believe-Own-Learn-Design (B.O.L.D.) Framework is your map to the bold life. Leigh’s forthcoming book, Be BOLD Today: Unleash Your Potential, Master Your Mindset, and Achieve Success, which is all about how to apply the framework to your own life, will be distributed by Simon & Schuster in November 2024.

LinkedIn: / leighburgess23  
Instagram: / theleighaburgess  
YouTube: / @boldindustriesgroup  
Pre-Order Her Book, Be BOLD Today: https://www.simonandschuster.com/book...
https://leighburgess.com/

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Hi I'm Darlene Hawley, and I help heart-centered entrepreneurs and executive women leaders solve the problem of not being seen, heard, or valued in high-stakes conversations, presentations, and marketing, so they can lead with confidence and attract aligned opportunities.

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Darlene Hawley, Personal Branding & Business Coach for service based entrepreneurs

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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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