This episode: From Tragedy to Triumph: Candice Snyder on Resilience, Gratitude, and Mental Health Advocacy.
Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast (0:00)
- Host Drew Deraney introduces Guest Candice Snyder on the podcast, expressing gratitude for the introduction by Rob Wentz.
- Drew discusses the concept of life being linear and how external circumstances can change our paths.
- He categorizes women into three types: those who ignore adversity, those who see it as a barrier, and those who take action to overcome it.
- Drew highlights Candice as an example of Woman number three, who takes proactive steps to overcome adversity.
Candice’s Journey from Dental Hygienist to Direct Sales (2:31)
- Candice shares her background, including her father’s influence in choosing a career in dental hygiene.
- She describes her initial interest in liberal arts and law but ultimately pursuing dental hygiene due to her father’s guidance.
- Candice recounts a life-changing injury that forced her to leave her career as a dental hygienist.
- She discovered direct sales through making her own jewelry and connecting with a representative who inspired her.
Transition to Direct Sales and Personal Growth (4:01)
- Candice explains her involvement in direct sales for almost 10 years and the personal growth she experienced.
- She describes the impact of the company’s decision to sell and her subsequent involvement with another company aligned with her science background.
- Candice shares her experience as a gratitude ambassador and the personal significance of being chosen for the program.
- She discusses the emotional impact of the virtual conference where she was recognized as a gratitude ambassador.
Starting the Podcast and Focusing on Mental Health (7:23)
- Candice’s life coach suggested starting a podcast, despite her initial reluctance due to Technology.
- She describes the podcast’s focus on mental health, suicide prevention, and stories of transformation and resilience.
- Candice shares her personal experience of losing her brother to suicide and her efforts to advocate for mental health causes.
- She highlights the importance of the podcast in providing a platform for highlighting lesser-known organizations and causes.
Impact of Brother’s Death and Advocacy Efforts (11:11)
- Candice discusses the impact of her brother’s death on her Family and her own personal grieving process.
- She describes her involvement in community walks and courses related to suicide prevention.
- Candice shares her experience with the suicide hotline and the emotional challenges she faced.
- She emphasizes the importance of finding purpose in tragedy and her efforts to support others through her advocacy.
Current Focus and Future Plans (12:25)
- Candice talks about her current focus on growing her podcast and exploring new ideas.
- She mentions the upcoming release of a collaborative book inspired by her podcast, featuring stories of women finding their path to purpose.
- Candice provides details about the book’s launch date and availability on Amazon.
- She expresses gratitude for the opportunities and connections made through her podcast and direct sales journey.
Final Thoughts and Advice (13:40)
- Drew asks Candice for advice she would give to her younger self.
- Candice advises her younger self to tune out the noise and focus on what she loves.
- Drew asks Candice for business advice for her younger self.
- Candice advises building Relationships and focusing on relationships to create success in business.
- Drew thanks Candice for her resilience and authenticity, and Candice expresses gratitude for the opportunity to share her story.
To learn more about Candice’s mission, go to her LinkedIn profile at https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicesnyder/
or her website at https://www.podpage.com/passion-purpose-and-possibilities-1/
Candice Snyder Bio
I believe in the power of connection, gratitude, and lifting others up.
Through my podcast, I’ve found a way to share authentic conversations that spark inspiration and create space for growth. Whether it’s highlighting someone’s story, encouraging others to dream bigger, or exploring the beauty in everyday moments, my goal is always to empower and uplift.
I consider myself a cheerleader for anyone pursuing their passions or making a difference. As a humanitarian and gratitude ambassador, I’m focused on finding ways to contribute positively to the world—whether that’s through Volunteering, amplifying important causes, or simply encouraging others to keep going.
If you’re passionate about making meaningful connections, sharing stories, or just want to chat about ways to spread positivity, I’d Love to connect. Let’s inspire each other to keep growing, dreaming, and making the world a better place—one step at a time.
About your host: I’m Drew Deraney, the proud father of three children. For most of my life I’ve been concerned with what people thought of me and how I was supposed to act. I learned not to be my authentic self and instead became a people pleaser, a man wearing a mask.
In a 9-month span a few years ago, I endured four faith-shaking life events that caused me to question my existence.
I became determined to find a better way to live. Through intense self-reflection and awareness, I realized that in order to be happy, I must adhere to my standards of honesty, integrity and truth and needed to break free from the belief system that was anchored in me for close to 50 years.
I now believe that success happens when we find a better way and are willing and able to share it. HOW I do that is by challenging the status quo and thinking differently. Ultimately, WHAT I bring to the table is a way to contribute and add value by having an impact on the lives of others.
My company, Profit Compassion LLC consists of 3 paths:
The Caregiver Family Health Coach: coach for caregivers of individuals with special needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). For Caregivers who are open to a conversation about how I can support you on your Caregiving journey: I help caregivers find balance, build resilience, and rediscover their own well-being. Through personalized Coaching, I provide practical strategies, emotional support, and the tools to reduce Burnout, strengthen relationships, and navigate the challenges of caregiving with confidence. My goal is to empower you to care for yourself as compassionately as you care for your loved one.
The Mindful Man Movement: men’s self-discovery coach, speaker, podcast host, author. For Men Seeking Answers Within: Imagine having crystal clear knowledge of your purpose in life where you make confident decisions, and are assertive, productive, and at peak mental health. Corporate executives hire me to guide them to tap into their natural power through self-discovery so they may write their own story and live the life they want to live.
WealthPath Strategies & Solutions: health/wellness and financial services to support individuals and businesses.
Join me in transforming challenges into opportunities for growth. Let’s embark on this journey together.
HOW TO CONNECT WITH COACH DREW:
Website: https://profitcompassion.com/
Email: [email protected]
Book a discovery call: https://link.mavericksystems.online/widget/bookings/netweaving/connect30
Pick up a copy of Drew’s book: https://amzn.to/40dsbyR or https://bit.ly/BandNDrew
You Tube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtwMTiiZvnhTpsaCYMK6oqg?sub_confirmation=1
Drew Deraney now travels the world both to Live and Virtual Events showing mostly men the steps needed to strengthen self-identity and self-worth, to overcome self-limiting beliefs, and to build confidence while being authentic, maintaining boundaries and to transcend people pleasing skills to become the person they are destined to be. Drew challenges them to reach deep inside and make a lasting impact.
In a 9-month span, Drew experienced a grueling divorce, job loss, his son’s suicidal ideations, and his father’s death which devastated Drew emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually. It is a commonality for men to consider any challenge as a weakness as well as to show emotion and ask for help. While writing his book, Drew realized he was not the only man suffering in silence. With more clarity of purpose than ever, he began asking for help. Drew Deraney’s mission is to help especially men, release their inner greatness by showing vulnerability, keeping in integrity of their power, and making a great impact on the people in their lives both personally and professionally.
Drew Deraney was born in Brooklyn, NY and raised in Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ where he still lives to this day caring for his elderly mom and his 3 adult children Matthew, Nicholas, and Emma. Drew earned his B.A. in Psychology, M.A. in Applied Psychology, and two psychology research publications while at Fairfield University; a scholarship from the Healthcare Financial Management Association; and his M.B.A. in Health Care Administration from Baruch College / Mount Sinai School of Medicine in NY. His hospital career spanned 24 years where he was co-chair of the Leadership Institute, spoke at JD Power, was one of three leaders interviewed by The Commonwealth Fund, received his Communicating with Empathy Trainer certification and is a Certified Patient Experience Professional. Four years ago, Drew founded Profit Compassion LLC, an entity to coach and empower mostly men to create resiliency and authenticity as Chief Resilience Officer. Drew is the podcast host of ‘From Caving in to Crushing It’ and recently became a best-selling author with his book ‘I’ll Have What She’s Having’ - Memoir of a reformed People Pleaser.
