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Candice Heidebrecht
 | With a passion for empowering leaders and cultivating extraordinary workplace cultures, Candice has spent the past two decades building high-performing teams and businesses. As an organizational anthropologist, they specialize in identifying and addressing critical roadblocks that hinder workplace success, creating impactful programs and policies that drive meaningful change. Her work is rooted in research-backed principles, emphasizing the power of self-awareness, curiosity, and trust-building which are essential skills that transform leaders into the kind of people others aspire to work for. Candice holds a Master of Arts in Applied Anthropology and is a certified Emotional Intelligence Coach, bringing a wealth of expertise to leadership development and workplace transformation. |
What industry do you work in?
I work as a Business Consultant and serve as the Founder & CEO of my own company. As a coach and professional speaker, my role involves helping individuals and organizations unlock their potential, improve leadership skills, and drive growth.
What skill or strategy helped you excel in your career?
Emotional intelligence—particularly self-awareness and curiosity—has been key.
What's the best advice you've ever been given?
Don't let the drive for perfection prevent you from getting it done.
What is your leadership superpower?
Empathy—especially the ability to translate emotions into meaningful insights and actions.What are your top reads and recommendations for growth?
Some of my top reads for growth include Untamed by Glennon Doyle and Dare to Lead by Brené Brown, both of which offer powerful insights into personal growth, vulnerability, and leadership. I'm also deeply moved by anything written by James Baldwin, whose works challenge us to confront society’s toughest issues. All About Love by bell hooks is another essential read, as it provides a transformative perspective on love, healing, and connection. These books encourage self-reflection, empathy, and courage in both personal and professional life.
Do you have any hobbies or passion projects outside of work?
I enjoy making and experiencing art in all forms.
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