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Ep 78- Humanize the Workplace and Transform Leaders with Kristen Harcourt

Darlene Hawley
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Join us for episode 78 of the Attract & Stand Out Podcast.


For more than a decade, Kristen has partnered with executives, entrepreneurs, business owners and emerging leaders in hundreds of organizations worldwide to achieve extraordinary and sustainable results through increased self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and presence.


In addition to being an in-demand speaker and facilitator, she is also an accredited coach, empowering leaders to become more aware of their strengths, blind spots, values, and purpose so they can build lives and organizations of success, sustainability, and health.


A keen student of human nature, Kristen graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Psychology at McMaster University. She holds her CPCC and PCC designation through The International Coaching Federation (ICF), considered the “gold standard” in global coaching certification. She’s also a member of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers (CAPS).


Kristen hosts a bi-weekly podcast called Inspirational Leadership where she interviews progressive CEOs, strategic HR leaders and forward-thinking experts who share her passion for leadership development and creating positive work cultures.


A big believer in compassion, authenticity and conscious leadership, Kristen’s mission is to help leaders transform from the inside out so they can create a meaningful career and purpose-driven life and reach their full potential.


Connect with Kristen~

https://www.kristenharcourt.com

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenharcourt/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/kristenharcourt/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kristenharcourt/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kristenharcourt/


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A free 20-minute consult (please reference the podcast). https://kristenharcourt.com/complimentary-assessment/

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Darlene Hawley is a speaker, podcast host, personal branding, and online business coach who shows ambitious, heart-centered coaches, experts, leaders, and entrepreneurs how to create a profitable online business while making space for themselves and their families by speaking up and sharing their story.

 

Her genius is showing entrepreneurs 2+ years into their business how to deepen their business foundation and go after visibility so they can share their message with the world, attract dream clients, and have the impact, freedom, and flexibility they desire.

 

And supporting leaders inside organizations to strengthen their inner and outer voice so that they can speak up for themselves and the ideas and issues that matter most and move people to take action whenever they speak.



Learn more about my Attract & Stand Out 1:1 signature program for coaches, consultants & entrepreneurs: https://darlenehawley.com/attractandstandoutonline


Ready to level up your and your team’s communication skills, so you can speak up for the thoughts and ideas that matter most?

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Grab a Chai & Let's Connect:

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Blog: https://darlenehawley.com/blog

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

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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