Sometimes, it looks like everything is going as planned – and that is when life really hits you.

This week’s featured Power of Your Story featured woman is Sandra Goode, a woman who knows the power of knowing your values, staying true to yourself, and being willing to shift and adapt.

Sandra has done all of those – through career changes, through the death of her spouse early in their marriage, and through raising her 11-month-old into a thriving teenager as a single mom. You’ll be inspired by her story, her fortitude, and her words of advice!

Words of Wisdom from Sandra

What Gives You a Sense of Purpose?

Don’t Be Afraid to Tell Your Story

How to Open Your Mind to Career Changes

How to Make an Impact

About Sandra

Sandra Goode is a Florida native who was raised in Orlando and attended college at the University of Central Florida for marketing and public relations. Out of college, Sandra was working for the Orlando Business Journal, then transferred to the Jacksonville market, prompting her relocation to St. Augustine in 2001. She married in 2004 and had her one and only son in 2008.

The following year she experienced the unexpected loss of her husband. Now her son has just started his senior year of High School and is planning for college. During her long journey as a single mother, Sandra remained steady and focused on her career.

She has had an extensive career in the medical field in Northeast Florida, working in sales, marketing and management for pharmaceuticals, home health care, and hospice. Along with raising an active teenager and running the household, she decided to shift gears and her career – entering the insurance world. She obtained her insurance license in 2024. Sandra is currently an Individual Sales Representative for The Bailey Group, an NFP Company, and is a dedicated Sales Representative specializing in Medicare and Blue Cross products. She helps individuals navigate their healthcare options with confidence and clarity.

Her goal is to simplify the enrollment process, ensure comprehensive coverage, and empower every client to make informed decisions about their health care. Knowing firsthand how loss can affect a person, she understands the value of having plans and policies in order. That is why Sandra remains driven to help others determine what fits their needs and their family’s needs best.