Candace Doby

 Candace Doby is a speaker, author and coach who works with universities and organizations to help young leaders activate personal courage to speak up, stand out, and stay true to themselves. When she’s not speaking, she working on new designs for her greeting card and gift company, Pep Talker.


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Candace Doby

3years ago
Health & Mindset

What I learned about ‘birthing while Black’ in my 40s

Candace Doby shares what she learned from her own experience and through conversations with other Black women who had children later in life.

4years ago
Career Growth

The hidden cause of indecision among young women

Candace Doby, author of the new book “A Cool Girl’s Guide to Courage” lays out a roadmap for young women who often feel overwhelmed when it comes to making important life decisions.

4years ago
Know Your Value

I nailed asking my boss for a cost of living raise – and you can too

Research shows women engage in risk-taking less often than men. Author and courage coach Candace Doby shares how she got comfortable with being uncomfortable to make her “big ask.”

4years ago
Know Your Value

Why quitting your terrible job is a courageous act

Candace Doby, author and courage coach, on what you must consider if you’re one of the 37 percent of Americans who are considering quitting their job.

5years ago
Know Your Value

3 science-backed techniques to help young women overcome self-doubt

Research says that women are more likely than men at every age level to listen to the judgmental thoughts in their brains, which begs the question: how can young women effectively turn down the volume on self-doubt in order to push forward?

5years ago
Know Your Value

5 everyday habits for young women to build courage

Learning how to embrace discomfort is a key component of building courage, says Candace Doby, author of “If Courage Could Talk.”