Chealsea W.
Keynote Speaker, Writer, Coach
Chealsea Wierbonski is a Keynote Speaker, Writer, and Career Transformation Coach who helps ambitious women overcome self-doubt to make bold career moves, whether that means stepping into leadership, changing directions, or starting something new.
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With over 30 years of experience in tech, including 14 years leading product teams at Google, Chealsea understands the challenges of navigating male-dominated industries while building a fulfilling career. As the daughter of a coal miner and a first-generation college graduate, she also knows what it’s like to carry self-doubt and limiting beliefs into the workplace.
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After experiencing painful career setbacks early on, Chealsea discovered that external success wasn’t enough—true transformation required a mindset shift. Through years of inner work, she built the confidence to take bold steps in her career, moving from technical writer to UX designer to product manager, and now, to entrepreneur.
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Today, she is passionate about helping women unlock their potential and rewrite their stories. Through her coaching, courses, and public speaking, Chealsea equips ambitious women with the tools, strategies, and mindset they need to align their careers with their true potential.
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See Chealsea's official bio here.
I know what it’s like to feel stuck—questioning whether you belong in the career you’ve worked so hard to build, but unsure of your next step.
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As the daughter of a coal miner and a first-generation college graduate, I grew up believing that certain opportunities just weren’t available to people like me. When I entered the workforce, I carried that mindset with me. I felt the constant need to prove myself—chasing success through endless certifications, sleepless nights, and networking events that left me drained rather than connected.
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Despite my relentless hustle, my career remained stagnant. I kept telling myself that “people like me” just weren’t cut out for leadership. Every setback chipped away at my confidence, leaving me trapped in a cycle of overwork and underappreciation.
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But one day, I noticed something that changed everything. The most successful people weren’t the ones answering emails at midnight or taking on more and more work. They were the ones who inherently saw themselves as leaders—who projected confidence and believed in their worth. I realized that if I wanted to thrive, I needed to change how I saw myself.
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That’s when I began the real work—shifting my self-limiting beliefs, breaking free from the need to constantly prove myself, and building authentic confidence. Over time, I developed strategies that didn’t just transform my mindset—they transformed my career and my life.
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Now, I’m passionate about helping ambitious women like you make bold career moves by overcoming self-doubt, aligning with your potential, and stepping into your power with unshakable confidence.