What if the little things you do today are what create your biggest opportunities tomorrow?

In this episode of Building Confidence, I'm joined by Hannah, founder of HER Engineering, Machining and Maintenance, to talk about her incredible journey from apprentice fitter and machinist to multi-skilled tradeswoman, business owner and specialist working on some seriously massive mining equipment.

Hannah's journey hasn't been without challenges. After struggling to secure an apprenticeship, she eventually became the first woman to qualify as a tradesperson at King's Engineering in 93 years. During her apprenticeship, she also experienced a life-changing motorbike accident that left her having to relearn everyday skills, including walking and speaking.

But with determination, encouragement and the support of people who believed in her, Hannah continued building her career.

We talk about her love of learning, gaining additional qualifications, discovering her passion for hydraulics and heavy mining equipment, and eventually taking the leap into running her own business.

Throughout the conversation, one message keeps coming up: the little things matter.

Whether it's asking another question, taking pride in sweeping the workshop floor, building relationships with experienced tradespeople or simply checking in on someone who's having a tough day, those little actions can have a huge impact.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Hannah's journey into fitting and machining and becoming the first qualified tradeswoman at her workplace in 93 years

• Recovering from a life-changing motorbike accident during her apprenticeship

• The impact of mentors, family and coworkers who believe in you

• Why you should never stop learning after completing your apprenticeship

• Building additional skills in hydraulics, plant mechanics and auto electrical work

• Learning to ask for help instead of trying to do everything yourself

• Taking the leap from employee to business owner

• Building a professional reputation through consistency, initiative and quality work

• Why the little jobs, including sweeping floors, can demonstrate your work ethic

• Asking why instead of simply doing what you're told

• Building relationships with tradespeople who might initially seem difficult to approach

• Why small gestures of kindness can make a massive difference to someone's life

Whether you're just starting your apprenticeship, looking to grow your skills or dreaming of starting your own business, Hannah's story is a reminder that you don't have to have everything figured out from the beginning.

Keep learning, ask questions, take opportunities and don't underestimate the little things. They might just be what gets you where you want to go.

Want to follow along Hannah's journey? Here is her website - https://herengineering.com.au/