Kelsey Nielson
Professional Sales and Leadership Coach
Kelsey Nielson is a high-energy coach who helps professionals build confidence, stay disciplined, and achieve meaningful growth.
Meet Kelsey
Kelsey Nielson is a dynamic and results-driven Sales and Leadership Coach with Southwestern Consulting and is dedicated to empowering professionals to reach their full potential. A goal-oriented strategist and prospecting expert, she is passionate about serving her clients, fostering personal growth, and infusing joy into every aspect of her work. Kelsey thrives in high-performance environments, excelling in time management, problem-solving, networking, and relationship-building, all while bringing boundless energy and enthusiasm to her coaching.
With 20 years of experience in sales and leadership across multiple industries, Kelsey has developed a deep understanding of what drives success in business. Her career began with the Southwestern Advantage internship program, where she sold door-to-door for seven consecutive summers—a rigorous, real-world sales experience that honed her resilience, adaptability, and determination. An award-winning top producer, she attributes her continued success to a steadfast commitment to a positive mindset, consistency, and the power of daily affirmations. She firmly believes that intentional self-talk and mental conditioning are key drivers of success, helping individuals overcome challenges and stay focused on their goals.
A lifelong student of sales and psychology, Kelsey is passionate in guiding others to greater heights, leveraging Southwestern’s 165-year-old sales methodologies alongside her hands-on experience in software sales, marketing, advertising, health and wellness, hospitality, alternative medicine, and financial services.
Kelsey holds a degree in elementary education from the University of Oregon and extends her passion for personal development beyond the professional realm. As a healthy living coach, she inspires others to embrace sustainable, healthy habits that enhance both body and mind.
Beyond her career, Kelsey is a dedicated traveler and cultural enthusiast who has spent 18 months backpacking through North America, Central and South America, Australia, and Southeast Asia, exploring ancient civilizations, diverse cultures, and global culinary traditions.
Now based in Washougal, Washington, Kelsey is an avid outdoor adventurer who finds inspiration in the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. When she’s not coaching, she enjoys long-distance running, hiking, practicing yoga, and making jewelry.
“Working with Kelsey transformed the way I lead her coaching helped me become intentional, structured, and far more effective in my meetings and one‑on‑ones. The tools and personality-based coaching techniques she taught me have become second nature, helping me delegate better, trust my team, and manage a rapidly growing workload without burning out. Our work together not only strengthened my leadership confidence but also gave me a supportive space to think strategically, gain clarity, and continue evolving as a leader.”
“Working with Kelsey over the past two years has been nothing short of life changing. She has been more than just a real estate coach—she’s been a steady guide through both the highs and lows of my personal and professional journey. I truly could not have done it without her. Kelsey has an incredible gift for knowing exactly when to give that extra push and when to simply offer support and understanding. Her coaching style is the perfect balance of accountability and compassion. She sees the potential in you, even when you don’t see it in yourself, and she’s relentless (in the best way) about helping you reach it. What sets Kelsey apart is her genuine passion for helping others succeed. It’s not just a job to her, it’s a calling. You can feel it in every conversation, every check-in, and every goal she helps you crush. She goes above and beyond time and time again, and it absolutely shows. If you’re lucky enough to work with Kelsey, prepare to grow, be challenged, and most importantly, succeed. She is, without a doubt, one of the most incredible people I’ve ever had in my corner.”
What can I expect from coaching?
In a recent survey, those who completed 12 months or more of Southwestern Coaching reported the following improvement or increase before and after coaching:
- 46%
Increase in Income
- 58%
Improvement in Time-Management
- 44%
Improvement in Productivity
- 49%
Improvement in Vision & Goal Setting
