Today we’d like to introduce you to Dawn Stargell Moore.
Hi Dawn, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
Moore 2 Life Consultants has truly been a labor of love. My story is one that surprises me when I reflect upon my journey. This is interesting as it causes me to talk about myself, which is something I typically run from. I grew up in a single-parent household in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. Born the oldest of my mother’s two children, I had the love of two men I called dad, my biological father, Hall of Famer, Wille Stargell, and stepfather, Thomas Love, Jr. As my mother (Wanda Carter Slaughter) was one of ten children, I was surrounded by grandparents, godparents, uncles, aunts, and host of cousins and friends.
During my pre-teen years, my mother remarried and at the age of 12, we moved from Pittsburgh to Georgia, where I reside today. By the time I was 13, my mother was divorced and made the difficult decision to remain in Georgia and to bloom where she was planted. Seeing her forge forward, in a new land, was the catalyst for independence and resolve that runs deep within me. As I matured, I spent the majority of my adult working career in Corporate America, which was a great way to grow personally and professionally.
As I grew, I was just as diligent in learning and honing my interpersonal or soft skills, as I was about completing my formal education. Learning to connect and meet people where they are, is important to me and critical to building authentic relationships. Although shy and introverted, I always found myself drawn to positions that allowed me to support others, which is why my coaching and consulting business is truly where my passion and purpose collide.
I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle free, but so far would you say the journey have been a fairly smooth road?
Life is truly a series of convergences that help define and shape who we are. During my speaking engagements and coaching, I often share that we are the sum of our experiences. Unpacking my own convergence experiences led me to the formation of Moore2Life Consultants, the business I never knew was in me.
Throughout my life, I have dealt with many the highs and lows of many circumstances: marriage, divorce, parenthood, remarriage, parenthood, weight challenges, unemployment, career success, and the deaths of what I call my rocks: biological father, mother, stepfather, and husband. I have had many valley experiences in my life, which were followed by rich blessings. As I did not deal with the deaths of my fathers well, I really struggled with my mother’s transition. When my husband died, I was lost. I was in a difficult space, but as a single mother, I needed a way to get through this tragic loss knowing my sons needed me whole and I knew I could not do it by myself. So, I asked God for a way to heal holistically. I also asked for wisdom, guidance and to place the right people in my path to aid in the healing.
Asking for help was humbling and a new trait I developed along the way also. It was during this time of great loss, that God lead me to my purpose, coaching. Sometimes others see things in you that you can not see yourself. It was during this time that one of my dearest friends was going through a coaching program and thought I would be good at it. I loved helping others, I had been a good coach in my corporate roles and the evidence of my coaching could be realized in the growth of individuals I directly supported throughout my career.
I am the voice of calm and reason in my circle and most importantly, coaching is that one thing that I would do for free if money was not an issue… Who am I kidding, I have been doing it for free for years – I called it being a good listener and source of support for others. While my road has truly been a learning experience, I am not sure that our roads are ever meant to be smooth. The question is whether or not I learned from the valuable life lessons along the way and the answer is yes.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Moore 2 Life Consultants?
Moore 2 Life Consultants is the optimal executive leadership consulting group, specializing in leadership transformation. With over two decades of strategic leadership experience in managing customer sales and service, academic growth and retention, change management, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, Moore 2 Life Consultants uses leadership assessments, workshops, and practical tools to propel individuals and businesses forward to maximize performance and meet organizational goals. The breadth of experience and ability to focus on professional and personal growth transformation is what makes Moore 2 Life Consultants unique. We have lived what we coach and can relate to our clients on a myriad of platforms.
For our corporate clients, our team conducts an in-depth interview with our clients to assess their current and optimal states. We also utilize assessments to validate current status and collaborate with our clients to offer a personalized plan to close the gaps, thus creating the pathway to growth and transformation. We also offer Executive Coaching for those that are seeking mentorship and career growth.
In addition, we also support individual clients and group coaching sessions for community organizations seeking support for their members looking for career guidance, personal accountability tips, and tools to reach success. We offer all clients a consultation to assess their needs and we offer full-day, partial-day, and one-hour sessions with the flexibility to support on-site or virtual sessions. We are also featured panelists and keynote speakers on local, national, and global stages.
What is most rewarding is observing the transformation in our clients. There is nothing more satisfying than hearing the stories of growth and seeing the gains in employee development by way of improved retention rates, employee engagement surveys, and personal goal attainment. Knowing you were able to make a difference in someone’s life is invaluable.
How do you think about happiness?
Knowing that I am realizing a glimpse of the purpose God has given me brings joy. Waking up each day to a new adventure makes me happy. The blessing of motherhood and demonstrating growth, through God’s grace and mercy, for the sake of my sons, makes me happy. The ability to do what I love keeps a smile on my face. Connecting with someone and hearing the stories of the difference that I or an employee has made in their lives makes my day. Knowing that God is allowing me to move in a way that honors Him is truly a blessing. Knowing that there is greater work to be done inspires me to continue to seek ways to give back and grow. The ability to share on this amazing platform makes me happy! To ensure I remain present each day, I keep my motto in front of me, as it serves as an amazing reminder: Life changes in the blink of an eye, so live your best life…On Purpose! ™
Contact Info:
- Email: info@m2lifeconsultants.com
- Website: m2lifeconsultants.com
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- Facebook: @stargellmoore
- Twitter: @stargellmoore
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