Listen "From ‘You Can’t’ to ‘Watch Me’: How Scrappy Choices Build Confidence | EP2"
Episode Synopsis
What do you do when someone tells you “you’re not ready” or “you can’t do it”?For Kristina Sullivan, those words became fuel.In this episode, host Christine Hummel sits down with Kristina—her longtime friend, colleague, and mentor—to unpack the real, messy, and powerful truth about building a career as a woman in a male-dominated industry.Together, they cover:🎯 Why you don’t need a perfect plan out of college (but you do need to be scrappy).💡 How to figure out what lights you up—and pair it with the motivators that actually drive you.🚀 Turning “no” and doubt into confidence, resilience, and career-defining leaps.🤝 Why intentional networking and mentorship aren’t optional—they’re everything.🌱 The honest truth about women supporting (and sometimes competing with) women.This is a conversation about courage, pivots, and the lessons we wish we had in our 20s. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for your next chapter, Kristina’s story will remind you: the path isn’t perfect, but it’s yours to create.Memorable Quotes“Being uncomfortable isn’t a bad thing—it’s where growth happens.” – Kristina Sullivan“You don’t always need a perfect plan. Sometimes, you just need to be scrappy.” – Kristina Sullivan“What lights you up? Pair that with your motivators, and you’ll find your direction.” – Christine Hummel