The Courage Hotline Podcast with Candace Doby

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In each episode, speaker/author/coach Candace Doby gives candid-coated advice to stumped callers on how to check their fear, conjure their courage and confront their peskiest professional problems. Candace draws upon a decade of research on courage to help people deal with dilemmas ranging from enforcing professional boundaries to speaking up in intimidating spaces. And, she does it with the same signature blend of truth, love and attitude that captures audiences when she’s speaking on stage.

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Podcast Episodes

E37. The Courage To Make It Personal

On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage To Make It Personal — I help a concerned team member recognize opportunities to courageously lead from where they are after expressing concern that their leaders aren’t leading. I responds to a caller wondering if courageous workplace change can truly happen after a keynote, one…

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E36. The Courage To Create Accountability

On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage to Create Accountability — I guide a leader on how to respectfully hold a team member accountable. This episode kicks off with an insightful exploration into the challenge of holding a team member accountable for frequent meeting cancellations. I introduce the Situation, Behavior, and Impact…

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E35. The Courage To Detach From Outcome

On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage To Detach From Outcome — I’m coaching a professional to view a career transition with confidence, turning uncertainty into a journey of curiosity. Throughout this episode, we shift the spotlight from external uncertainties to your personal strengths, turning overwhelming transitions into an exciting game of…

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E34. The Courage To Consider Leaving

On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage To Consider Leaving — I help a business owner navigate the tension between current success and future aspirations to find clarity on whether to stay the course or embrace change. Could it be time to redefine your career path and tap into your true potential?…

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E33. The Courage To Say No

On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage To Say No — I guide a professional to utilize boundary-setting tools that foster professional wellbeing and stronger workplace relationships. Unlock the strategies to setting healthy boundaries at work without risking your professional reputation or relationships. Discover powerful techniques like the “No and” and “Yes,…

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E32. The Courage To Be Unapologetic

On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage To Be Unapologetic — I help a new manager blend passion with precision so their ideas are communicated strategically and unapologetically. Ever wondered if you’re holding back your brilliance in meetings? Or how to ensure your voice is heard without compromising your authenticity? In this…

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E31. The Courage To Be Visible

On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage To Be Visible — I take a caller through the Courage-Ready Model to help her manage her fear of being more visible on- and offline. In this exciting episode, we dive into the nuances of aligning personal values with professional service, emphasizing competence and confidence…

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E30. The Courage To Reclaim Your Mojo

On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage To Reclaim Your Mojo — I share key mindsets to help a professional who’s overwhelmed by a major life and career transition he’s making. Listen in as we highlight the power of mindset shifts to unlock courage and energy. We introduce mindsets focused on commitment,…

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E29. The Courage To Take Up Space

On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage To Take Up Space — I’m lending a hand to a professional who’s having a hard time demonstrating personal agency, particularly when engaging with authority figures.  Key Moments Mentions Own Your Brilliance Retreat: The Own Your Brilliance Weekend Retreat is an intimate and immersive experience…

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E28. The Courage To Confront Yourself

On this episode of The Courage Hotline — The Courage To Confront Yourself — one caller got promoted into a prestigious position… that she doesn’t enjoy. Could it be that she needs to confront herself and her beliefs before deciding to move on? Another caller needs insight on how to move forward with an interesting…

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