Happy New Year and welcome to 2026. I can't believe how fast time has moved, but I'm genuinely excited about where The Sherley Show is headed this year. If you watched my last introduction video, you already know why I needed to step away for a bit. That pause wasn't random, it was something I needed in order to gather my thoughts, get my mind right, and come back feeling clear and grounded.

Welcome back to Sherley's Show.

If you've been wondering where I've been, what's been happening behind the scenes, or what's next, this post is your official update. It's been a minute, and for good reason.

Over the last few years, life has shifted in ways I never expected. In November of 2022, I lost my brother. Six weeks later, I lost my aunt. Those losses changed everything for me, personally, emotionally, and creatively. What was meant to be a short break turned into a necessary hiatus as I allowed myself the space to grieve, heal, and regroup.

In this episode, Sherley speaks with Personal Branding and Online Business Coach, Darlene Hawley. As a teen mom, Darlene had to grow up very quickly. Things were steady for awhile but steady does not equal fulfilled. Then, losing her mother, catapulted Darlene in a new direction. She knew that the imbalance of retail management and motherhood had been unhealthy for awhile. But it wasn't until the biggest loss of her life that she made the tough decision to recalibrate and step into entrepreneurship. Once she stepped into this space, there was a battle to stand her ground in a society where people often look down on young entrepreneurs. It certainly wasn't easy. Darlene, being a naturally helpful individual, continued to use her strengths helping other people succeed despite the doubts. If you are in need of that push to take a leap or keep going if you have already made a leap of faith, this is the episode for you.