Faith, Fear & the Leap: How Candice Jackson Long Turned Purpose Into Profit | Ep. 21

In this empowering episode of Momentum Now, hosts Bob Brooks and Karen McFarlane sit down with Candice Jackson Long — award-winning marketing strategist, global speaker, and founder of CJL Consulting Group.

 

Candice shares her powerful journey from corporate layoffs to launching a purpose-driven consulting firm that helps visionaries and underrepresented founders align branding, business, and faith.

 

She opens up about listening to divine prompts, overcoming self-doubt, and learning that no one escapes the process on the road to success. From managing the mindset shifts of entrepreneurship to building generational wealth and curating what your mind consumes, this episode is a masterclass in faith-fueled resilience and strategy.

 

Whether you’re exploring your next career move or dreaming of starting your own business, Candice’s story will remind you to “look back at your receipts” and trust that every step—win or loss—is preparing you for impact.

 

🎧 Tune in to learn how to:

• Transform your purpose into a profitable brand.

• Skill-stack your way to freedom and growth.

• Navigate layoffs, self-doubt, and the unknown with faith and confidence.

• Build income-generating assets and create generational wealth.

Timestamps: 00:00 — Welcome to Momentum Now Bob and Karen introduce the episode and today’s guest, Candice Jackson Long.

01:10 — From Side Hustle to CEO Candice shares the story behind launching CJL Consulting and taking the leap of faith into full-time entrepreneurship.

04:30 — Faith, Timing, and Trusting the Process How faith played a crucial role in her career pivot — and why you can’t wait for “perfect timing.”

07:30 — The Power of Receipts Candice explains how documenting your accomplishments helps build confidence and silence imposter syndrome.

11:00 — Mindset & Morning Routine Her daily practices for staying grounded, motivated, and intentional as an entrepreneur.

16:30 — Wealth Building 101 What she wishes she knew at 24 — understanding assets vs. liabilities and the keys to financial empowerment.

20:50 — Advice for Young Professionals Why you should skill-stack and embrace trial and error instead of chasing instant success.

24:45 — Lessons From Failure Candice reflects on the challenges, breakdowns, and how she found strength to keep moving forward.

26:30 — Rejection Is Redirection How to reframe setbacks, remember your value, and stay anchored in your “why.”

30:50 — Finding Your Purpose & Building Your Brand Why purpose is seasonal, and how adding value leads to self-discovery and opportunity.

35:00 — Turning Passion Into Profit Candice’s advice on transforming ideas into income while staying authentic and impactful.

41:00 — Rapid Fire: Quick Wisdom From the best advice she’s ever received to the worst, and her ultimate “why.”

45:00 — Closing Reflections Karen and Bob recap key lessons: receipts, skill stacking, and the truth that no one escapes the process