In 2003, my Dad committed suicide; I was 17-years-old at the time. After the loss, I struggled as I considered if he had hope, joy, and purpose in his life. While I cannot answer the question for him, I can proactively work on harnessing hope, joy, and purpose in my life and in everyone around me. To this end, I allowed the pain of losing my Dad to be an inspiration to help others pursue a better life. Growth today means hope for tomorrow. Since 2003, I, Derek Daniel Guajardo the CEO of Strong Life Coach, have actively served the community in a variety of capacities. Regardless of the level of success I attain, I will perpetually provide pro bono services to empower and equip communities for greater impact and results. Below is an overview of how I have served over the last 18 years. Greatness will forever be defined by service.
2003 – 2004
- Mentored High School Students as a Peer Mentor
- Spoke to a Group of High School Students About Attitude and Personal Growth
2005 – 2008
- Mentored College Students as a Peer Mentor
- Facilitated Small Group Discussions Focused on Personal Growth, Attitude, Leadership, Habits for Success
- Spoke at Non-profit Organizations on Character Growth, Success, and Maximizing Impact
2009
- Mentored College Students as a Peer Mentor
2010 – 2015
- Coordinated Visits to Three Prisons in Texas with Over a Dozen Volunteers
- Spoke Weekly at Two Texas Prisons on Leadership, Relationships for Success, and Personal Growth
- Facilitated Small Group Discussions with Single Professionals
- Spoke at Texas Conference on Thriving in Relationships
- Spoke to Orphans from Central America About Character Growth and Relationships at a Children’s Home
2015 – 2017
- Directed an Organization of More than 60 Single Professionals
- Coordinated Events to Feed the Homeless in San Antonio
- Provided Mentorship to Men Transitioning to Society from Prison
- Delivered Pre-Marital Counseling to Couples to Equip for Success in Marriage
- Spoke at Texas Conference on Thriving in Relationships
- Presented at Non-Profit Organizations on Character Growth and Holistic Success
2017 – 2018
- Officiated Weddings Honoring Couples and Their Families on Their Wedding Day
- Facilitated Discussions with Married Professionals on Character Growth, Holistic Success, and Thriving in Relationships
- Traveled to Oklahoma to Speak About Character Growth
- Created and Delivered Curriculum to Equip Volunteer Teachers for a Children’s Program
2019 – 2020
- Presented a Workshop in Ohio on Personal Discipline
- Spoke at Elementary, Middle, and High Schools on Thriving in Relationships, Cultivating Confidence, and Character Growth
- Facilitated Discussions on the Battered Women and Children’s Shelter Focused on Thriving in Relationships, Emotional Intelligence, and Interpersonal Communication
- Directed a Group of Married Professionals to Sharpen Their Personal Growth and Strengthen Their Relationships
- Mentored Men from the Latinx Community to Support Their Holistic Growth
- Spoke to University Students on Multiple Occasions on Harnessing Habits for Success and Becoming Intentional About Their Leadership Growth
- Began Coordinating a Webinar to Fundraise for Latina Law Student Scholarships
- Equipped a Young Professionals Organization Focused on Habits for Success
- Hosted a Live Panelist for a Non-Profit Organization Focused on Purpose
2020 – 2021
- Provides Mentorship to Men Transitioning Out of Prison
- Coordinates a Monthly Webinar to Empower the Latinx Community with Principles of Financial, Career, and Business Success
- Fundraises for Latina Law Student Scholarships with a Digital Platform
- Delivers Pre-Marital Counseling to Empower and Equip a Couple for Success in Marriage
- Directs a Group of Married Professionals in Holistic Growth
