In this episode, Caitlin Knox shares her inspiring journey from stepping out of university to becoming an apprentice development lead. We discuss the realities of trades, the importance of attitude, navigating vocational training, and seizing leadership opportunities early in a career.

Apprenticeships at Komatsu - https://www.komatsu.com/en-au/careers/apprenticeships

"I’ve become the gun tradie I used to look up to."

Saf joins us on the podcast to share her 16 year long carer in the trades, sharing challenges she over came and her mindset of continues learning which has lead her to becoming the gun tradie that she used to look up to!!

takeaways

• Choosing an apprenticeship can be the best decision for personal growth.
• Embracing the unknown leads to unexpected opportunities.
• Building experience and understanding enhances credibility.
• Continuous learning is key to success in trades.

In this episode, I share practical strategies for building confidence through regular actions, the importance of gathering evidence of success, and managing ADHD symptoms without shame.

If you would like help and support to implement this process you can book a coaching consultation here

If you are business wanting to give your employees more tools to succeed you can book a business chat here

This podcast episode is supported by the Go Company

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key topics

• The concept that regular action is better than no action
• Using diaries and journals to gather evidence of success
• The role of irregular actions in building confidence and creating change
• Managing ADHD symptoms without shame and stigma
• The importance of self-belief and resource utilization

# confidence, regular action, ADHD, journaling, self-belief, evidence, self-improvement, mental health, coaching, tradeswomen

In this weeks episode I chat to Kate, a qualified heavy diesel mechanic based in NZ. We discuss Kate’s journey from the air force into the trades which unfortunately wasn’t smooth sailing. We talk about the impact of workplace bullying, confidence building, and overcoming adversity in professional settings.

Key takeaways-

• Starting a trade as a mature aged apprentice
• Spending over a year trying to get an apprenticeship
• Workplace bullying and its effects
• Building confidence after adversity
• Personal resilience stories
• Support systems and mentorship in professional growth

If you are a tradeswoman and would like some help and support, you can book a coaching consultation here

If you are business wanting to give your employees more tools to succeed you can book a business chat here

In this episode I share a fact about bullying that is rarely discussed – the impact on your learning. This really impacts you during your apprenticeship when learning is intense but beyond your apprenticeship it effects your performance. I through how this impacted me and how I moved through it.

If you are a tradeswoman or tradesperson who would like to feel less anxious and more confident, don't hesitate to book a coaching consultation here.

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takeaways

• Bullying triggers fight, flight, or freeze responses that hinder learning.
• Being kind to yourself is crucial when recovering from bullying.
• You cannot perform at your best when you're being bullied.
• Reporting bullying and taking space can help regain confidence.

# bullying, learning, self-compassion, workplace, mental health, resilience, personal growth

This week I interview Ashley Belteky, heavy vehicle mechanic and the founder of Blue Leader. She shares her journey from being a mechanic to a leader, sharing the steps she took along the way which included trying a few different jobs in the mechanical space!

Key takeaways

• Leadership involves understanding and influencing people, not just technical skills.
• Soft skills and emotional intelligence are crucial for effective leadership.
• Leadership impact extends beyond individual contributions to team and organizational growth.
• You will never know everything
• Work experience is a powerful tool

If you are a tradeswoman and would like some help and support, you can book a coaching consultation here

If you are business wanting to give your employees more tools to succeed you can book a business chat here

In this episode I explore the feelings of change, emphasizing how embracing the unfamiliar can lead to growth and better opportunities. I highlight the importance of self-awareness and continuous personal development in navigating career and life transitions.

If you would like help and support to implement this process you can book a coaching consultation here

If you are business wanting to give your employees more tools to succeed you can book a business chat here

Zadie proudly sponsors this episode.

Zadie is a workwear brand made by tradeswomen for tradeswomen and is made to fit your hips, thighs and butt; check them out at https://www.zadieworkwear.com.au/

takeaways

• Embracing the unfamiliar can lead to better opportunities.
• You are a new person every minute, equipped with more knowledge.
• Fear of the unknown is natural but often unfounded.
• Recognizing red flags helps in making informed decisions.
• Growth happens outside of comfort zones.

In this episode I explore how setting 20-minute goals can create momentum, boost motivation, and can help create space for you to want to plan effectively for the future. I talk about the importance of small, achievable targets to build energy and confidence over time.

If you would like help and support to implement this process you can book a coaching consultation here

If you are business wanting to give your employees more tools to succeed you can book a business chat here

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takeaways

• Setting 20-minute goals helps you get moving quickly.
• Small achievements build confidence and momentum.
• Reflecting on progress is easier with short-term goals.
• Short-term goals can be scaled up for long-term success.