Life Changer on Mastering Authenticity: Becoming Uncommon w/Candice Chick

Becoming Uncommon Podcast | Featuring Candice Chick (Director of BEACH XP)

What does it really mean to lead with authenticity—and do the hard work of caring for others?

In this episode of Becoming Uncommon, we sit down with Candice Chick, current Director of BEACH XP, to explore a life shaped by service, resilience, and purpose. Raised in Southern California, Candice developed an early passion for empowering others before competing at the elite NCAA Division I level in water polo. Her academic journey reflects the same depth and intention—earning a B.A. in Communication Studies followed by a Master’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies, Counseling, and Sports Management.

Today, Candice is a widely respected coach, leader, colleague, and mother who speaks openly about the obstacles she’s faced—and how those challenges forged uncommon strength, courage, and gratitude. This conversation goes beyond titles and resumes. It’s about the unseen work of leadership: choosing authenticity, embracing hard work, and changing lives by genuinely caring for and empowering others.

If you’re a coach, educator, leader, or someone committed to making a real impact, this episode will challenge and encourage you to lead with intention.

Key themes in this episode:
• Authentic leadership and doing the hard work that matters
• Using sport and service as tools for life change
• Empowering others through care, trust, and consistency
• Turning adversity into strength and gratitude

🎧 Listen in and discover what it truly means to Become Uncommon.

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