E103 – Chelsea Husum: An Unconventional Journey to Leadership in Construction
Release Date: 07/01/2024
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info_outlineJoin Tina Paulus-Krause in exploring the remarkable journey of Chelsea Husum, a trailblazing female leader in the construction industry. Chelsea shares her unconventional career path, starting with degrees in Spanish and broadcast journalism, leading to an unexpected transition from a high school Spanish teacher to an office manager in a construction company.
Hear about the emotional toll and challenges she faced entering a male-dominated field, and how she successfully started her own construction company in March 2020. Chelsea's remarkable story highlights the dynamics of female leadership in construction and the significance of authenticity and hard work in achieving success.
This episode isn't just about breaking barriers; it's about the power of vulnerability and healing. Chelsea explores how sharing deeply personal experiences, like a traumatic event in South America and a grueling lawsuit, helped her reclaim her personal power – guiding her to share her story through accidental authorship.
Additionally, she opens up about the liberating process of seeking therapy, eliminating negative habits, and embracing self-care. Learn about her personal routines for maintaining balance and the profound impact of storytelling in fostering connections and self-acceptance. Chelsea’s journey is a powerful testament to resilience and the transformative power of authentically sharing our truths.
“Somebody needs to hear your story.” – Chelsea Husum
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Timecodes
0:00 – Intro
0:53 – Chelsea Husum’s Journey
4:23 – Empowering Women In The Construction Industry
6:10 – Becoming A Vulnerable Author & Authentically Connecting
7:48 – Moving Through Trauma To Heal
10:41 – Stepping Into Personal Power & The Support It Creates
13:15 – Support In The Process Of Releasing Trauma
15:55 – Which Self-Care Practices Serve Your Healing Process?
18:28 – Living A Legacy Of Authenticity, Vulnerability, & Empowerment
19:54 – Gratitude For Chelsea’s Journey
21:10 – Conclusion
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Meet Chelsea Husum: entrepreneur, best-selling author, speaker, and a mom of two. She's a powerhouse who's conquered life’s tough moments, from trauma to triumph, and continues to shine. An entrepreneur of a successful construction company, in a male-dominated field, Chelsea's journey inspires many, proving that grit and resilience can build success. She's more than a survivor; she's a force of nature, ready to teach you how to transform challenges into victories and emerge stronger than ever.
Chelsea Husum
Website: https://chelseahusum.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelseahusum/
Get your copy of Chelsea’s book!
Real Vibes Only: Unapologetic Confessions of a Hot Mess Mompreneur
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