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What if the key to building unshakable confidence is found in the moments you feel most uncertain?
In this episode, host Christy Pennison welcomes general contractor Dana Day for an inspiring and down-to-earth conversation about resilience, reinvention, and rising above expectations. After a disappointing experience with her own builder, Dana took matters into her own hands—literally—and stepped into the world of construction. Now, with over 20 years of experience and features on HGTV and GC Magazine, she’s leading projects, teams, and change in a traditionally male-dominated industry.
Dana opens up about the challenges she’s faced along the way, how she’s learned to lead with clarity and compassion, and why embracing hard moments with grace has shaped her success.
If you’re going to get into a field that’s dominated by the opposite of your sex, learn about the other sex. Learn about how they feel and how they think.
Dana Day
Together, they dive into:
- What it means to thrive in a nontraditional field
- How to lead diverse teams with both confidence and heart
- The lessons learned through failure, and the strength that follows
- The role of self-grace and mindset in entrepreneurship and beyond
Whether you’re dreaming of starting something new, facing a professional pivot, or just need a reminder that you’re capable of more than you think—this episode will leave you feeling encouraged and empowered.
Tune in and get inspired—because sometimes our greatest detours lead to the most meaningful destinations. And Dana’s story is proof that it’s always possible to build a life you love.
About Dana Day
Dana Day is a builder in every sense of the word. With 20+ years as a general contractor in a male-dominated industry—and features in HGTV and GC Magazine—she’s also rebuilt her personal, professional, and financial life more than once. Now, she shares her powerful story to inspire women to rise, rebuild, and own their strength.
To connect with Dana, visit danaday.co/
