In this episode, we’re joined by Louise, a heavy vehicle mechanic turned life coach and workshop facilitator. Louise began her trade journey at just 15, going on to represent Australia at the 2017 WorldSkills international competition, placing 4th in the heavy vehicle maintenance category.

Now, she’s using her experience to empower other women in trade by helping them overcome imposter syndrome, manage anxiety, and develop the confidence to lead tough conversations and be role models in their workplaces.

If you’ve ever felt like the odd one out or wondered how to become a leader others can admire, this episode is for you.

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In this episode of Tradies Who Lead, I'm joined by Chris Hale, a Sales Manager in the wind energy industry who brings a fresh perspective on leadership in leading industries. Linking his upbringing in sports and coaching, Chris shares how those lessons have shaped his leadership style—especially when leading teams with more years of experience than his own. We explore how flexible leadership, strong partnerships, inclusive training environments and commitment to diversity drive change across both the renewables sector and the wider trades industry.

This episode is packed with valuable takeaways for tradies or leaders facing generational gaps or diversity in their teams and anyone passionate about the importance of training to drive positive change.

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Join me for this episode of Tradies Who Lead with Andrew Hopkins, a Melbourne-based carpenter, business owner, digital content creator, and father. Hoppo's journey is one many tradies will relate to. For over eight years, he's led teams through his business, Hopkins Construction, while building an online presence that showcases the opportunities within the trade community.

We discuss what it means to lead a team onsite, represent the industry online and how parenthood and self-awareness have changed how Hoppo shows up as a leader onsite.

This episode is packed with relatable insights for anyone leading a crew, building a business, or finding their voice in the trade community.

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