Candis McDow, Author at Her Agenda

The Role Of Physical Activity In Women’s Well-Being

There’s no shortcut to physical activity, and no replacement for the benefits it brings. While there’s no one-size-fits-all approach...

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Budgeting For Big Life Changes: Marriage, Children, And Beyond

Adulting throws so many changes at you, sometimes all at once. Budgeting can help soften the blow of life,...

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Navigating Financial Planning For Single Mothers

Financial planning is essential in today’s times, especially in this economy. Not knowing where your next dollar will come from can be a crazy...

By: Candis McDow · 2 weeks ago

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How Janelle Farris Has Quietly, But Powerfully, Reshaped Brooklyn Communities

Janelle Farris is the first African American woman to lead Brooklyn Community Services, a 159-year old organization that provides services and resources such as...

By: Candis McDow · 2 weeks ago

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6 Summer Routines That Support Wellness, Ambition And Joy

Summer is here, bringing longer days and more sunlight, the perfect opportunity to build routines that support your mental, physical, and emotional well-being. Unlike...

By: Candis McDow · 3 weeks ago

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Leigh Burgess Tells Us How To Live The BOLD Way

Leigh Burgess is a “USA Today” bestselling author (Be BOLD Today), a seven-figure entrepreneur, and co-founder of Bold Industries Group. Through her “BOLD Framework” (Believe-Own-Learn-Design),...

By: Candis McDow · 3 weeks ago

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The Case For The ‘Summer Soft Life’ And Why Rest Is A Career Strategy

As the summer begins to heat up, embracing a “soft life” has become more appealing and amplified socially. A soft life is one that’s...

By: Candis McDow · 4 weeks ago

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How To Plan A Summer Sabbatical Without Stalling Your Career

It’s true that a summer sabbatical, taking a brief leave from work to pursue personal interests, is everyone’s dream,...

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3 Women On Navigating Fertility While Climbing The Career Ladder

Several decades ago society wasn’t receptive to women chasing esteemed careers while also choosing to be a mother. Today,...

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How To Navigate The Challenge Of Job Hunting In 2025

The current state of job security isn’t what it was 20 years ago; and finding a job can appear to be harder than keeping...

By: Candis McDow · 2 months ago

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How To Build A Support System Without A Traditional Family Structure

A support system is whoever is in your corner, providing love, encouragement, a helping hand, happiness and comfort. This may come in the form...

By: Candis McDow · 2 months ago

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How April Smith Is Turning Ambition Into Action

April Smith is a serial entrepreneur, real estate investor, and full-time professional who’s building wealth and breaking barriers one bold decision at a time....

By: Candis McDow · 2 months ago

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How Women Are Leveraging Remote Work To Redesign Their Career Paths

Since the pandemic, remote work has been highly popular and convenient for many. People are utilizing the perks of remote work to have an...

By: Candis McDow · 2 months ago

Health & Wellness

5 Ways To Support Someone With A Mental Illness During Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and is a good a time as any to support and celebrate those who are living with a...

By: Candis McDow · 2 months ago

Health & Wellness

Exploring The Perks Of Solitude

Solitude is the state of being alone. This means the absence of human connection or activity, seclusion, and remote...

Career

How To Overcome Impostor Syndrome

Impostor Syndrome is a constant self-doubt, questioning, fear, and lack of belief in one’s self. If you’ve ever felt...

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5 Proactive Tips For Making Mother’s Day A Success

With Mother’s Day roughly two weeks away, now is the time to start thinking of the best gift. Whether you’re shopping for your mom,...

By: Candis McDow · 2 months ago

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How To Embrace Journaling As A Daily Practice

Journaling is a personal, therapeutic way to express yourself in the written form. You can manually write with paper and pen or type, but...

By: Candis McDow · 3 months ago

Family

Embracing Autism Acceptance Month Through A Lens Of Inclusion And Empowerment

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a prevalent disorder that lasts a lifetime. It primarily focuses on how one communicates and interacts with others. According...

By: Candis McDow · 3 months ago

Health & Wellness

How To Navigate The Impact Of Social Media On Your Health

Social media shapes more than just our feeds — it influences how we see ourselves, connect with others, and navigate the world. With constant...

By: Candis McDow · 3 months ago

Health & Wellness

The Role Of Nutrition In Women’s Health

Nutrition sustains the body; it’s essentially what keeps everything in motion, as the body is, without a doubt, a machine. Understanding the role of...

By: Candis McDow · 3 months ago

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The Science Of Rest: Why High-Achieving Women Need More Downtime

When you think of success, “rest” and “high-achieving” are rarely part of the conversation – but they should be....

Business

Leadership Lessons From Janet Truncale: Navigating EY As The First Female Big Four CEO

Janet Truncale has amassed over 30 years of experience with EY, formerly Ernst & Young, which is a multinational...

Apps

Top 10 High-Paying, In-Demand Jobs For 2025

When picking a career, the goal is to find something you’re interested in, but ultimately, the money also has to make sense. College can...

By: Candis McDow · 3 months ago

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Meghan Markle’s New Venture: Insights Into ‘Confessions Of A Female Founder’ Podcast

Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, is gearing up to make her mark in the world yet again, only this time, she’s doing things her...

By: Candis McDow · 3 months ago

Business

How Women In Their 30s Are Breaking Barriers And Building On Their Own Terms

Success looks different for everyone, but once you hit 30 as a woman, it can feel as if the heat turns up to 100....

By: Candis McDow · 4 months ago

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Highlights From The Virtual MBA + Master’s Tour Spotlight On Women In Business

The virtual MBA + Master’s Tour Spotlight on Women in Business, held March 19 via Zoom, was packed with keynote speakers, MBA admissions decision...

By: Candis McDow · 4 months ago

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5 Healthy Work Habits That Offset Your Office Job

Working an office job can be very demanding and stressful. Sure, you’re sitting at a desk or cubicle and working at a computer, but...

By: Candis McDow · 4 months ago

Health & Wellness

The Pros And Cons Of Artificial Intelligence-Assisted Therapy

Though technology is ever-changing, some things like therapy are viewed as something that should remain the same. Telehealth has...

Health & Wellness

How To Improve Your Menstrual Health By Managing Stress

Stress management can be hard to maneuver when work demands 40 hours or more, children are involved, bills are...

Health & Wellness

What You Need To Know About Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar Disorder is a mental health condition that causes extreme mood changes. Such moods can range from being overly happy, to depression to hopelessness....

By: Candis McDow · 4 months ago

Relationships

How To Master The Art Of Building Meaningful Friendships

It may be easy to make friends, but the art of building meaningful friendships requires effort from both parties. This means it will take...

By: Candis McDow · 4 months ago

Relationships

5 Signs You Are Not Ready For A Relationship

Let’s be honest, the dating pool for the millennial woman is kind of swamp-water-ish. However, there are still some good ones out there; but...

By: Candis McDow · 5 months ago

Career Advice

3 Simple Steps To Scale Your Business From Side Hustle To Full-Time

Side hustles aren’t new but have become more prevalent income streams for many, especially millennial women. With side hustles essentially becoming the norm, rideshare...

By: Candis McDow · 5 months ago

Relationships

Four Alternative Ways To Spend Valentine’s Day As A Single Person

As we all know Valentine’s Day is the day for love, but it isn’t specific to one particular type of love. Love can be...

By: Candis McDow · 5 months ago

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5 Best Destinations For Solo Travel

Long gone are the days of waiting for friends or a significant other to tag along for a trip....

Family

How To Support A Senior Parent While Balancing Your Own Life

“Adulting” is quite possibly the greatest balancing act you will ever perform, as you balance the constant push and...

Career

How Career Compatibility Evolves As Your Passions Change

Finding career compatibility is not a static milestone but an ongoing journey. Life’s twists and turns mean that aligning your passions and skills with...

By: Candis McDow · 5 months ago

Career Advice

5 Signs It Might Be Time To Make A Career Change

Having a career can be both rewarding and consuming. Dedicating the time and energy to a career you are passionate about can either push...

By: Candis McDow · 6 months ago

Career

4 Ways To Become A Full-Time Author

Unlike regular careers, the path to becoming an author can be unconventional. There is no blueprint, and you have to consistently work at your...

By: Candis McDow · 6 months ago

Finance

How To Refresh Your Approach To Money In 2025

The end of one year and the start of a new one is the perfect time to take a look at your finances and...

By: Candis McDow · 6 months ago

Power Agenda

A Peek Inside Her Agenda: Jenni Wolfson

Jenni Wolfson grew up in Scotland, a Jewish girl confronting antisemitism that could have silenced her. Instead, it sparked something fierce—a fire that would...

By: Candis McDow · 6 months ago