Trusting Your Inner Voice to Redefine Success | Candice Carlton | The Cubicle Revolution

Candice Carlton knows what it takes to walk away from the prestige of a high-level corporate career to build a life defined by joy, purpose, and authenticity. Born in Zimbabwe and raised in South Africa, she climbed the ladder in finance, communications, and media - only to realize that success on paper wasn’t the same as feeling fulfilled. Today, Candice is the creator and host of The Cubicle Revolution podcast, founder of C Squared Consulting, and a coach helping people listen to their inner guidance and bring their full selves to the work they do. Her journey has taken her from San Francisco to Portland, through career pivots, spiritual deep dives, and the leap to start her own business. Candice shares how meditation, yoga, and honest self-reflection helped her tune in to what truly matters. She also reveals why embracing risk, trusting your intuition, and pursuing what scares you just might be the key to lasting happiness. Chapters 00:00 Meet Candice Carlton 03:15 Growing Up in Zimbabwe and South Africa 07:40 Learning to Listen to Inner Guidance 12:55 Why We Need to Bring Our Whole Selves to Work 16:20 Career Pivots from Finance to Communications 21:45 Moving Across Continents with $500 and a Suitcase 26:10 Leaving Corporate Prestige for Joy and Purpose 29:45 Building Trust in Yourself After Failure 34:20 Starting The Cubicle Revolution Podcast 38:55 Minimalism, Tiny Homes, and Spiritual Leadership 44:15 Daily Practices for Joy and Connection 49:30 Advice for Anyone Considering a Big Career Change The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms. Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think. Explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices