Building Up Women In Property

I recently gave a presentation to a group of women in the early stages of their careers, who asked me to share my best advice on what I’ve learnt throughout the journey of my own career. I’ve put a lot of thought into this question, and today I run through the five lessons I would share with my younger self, in the hopes it could help change your career trajectory for the better. We know that in a...

Today I’m shining a light on self-sabotage, a topic I personally know all too well. It’s something I also see crop up time and again in the lives of my clients and peers, and know just how damaging its effects can be. In this episode, we’ll explore the different forms of self-sabotage, discuss how to normalise it and talk practical ways to stop it from taking hold in our lives.  At its core, self-...

Communication is a critical skill in every sphere of life, and understanding when to voice our thoughts or when to simply observe can make a significant difference in our relationships, personal development, and professional growth.  In my previous episode, I spoke about why it’s important to find the courage to use our voice when we have something to say and shared my advice on how to do that. In...

Do you ever have those moments where you feel you should speak up, but are unsure if your opinion is relevant or even welcome? I see this come up time and again, particularly for women in the workplace. However, I believe we can all find the confidence to speak our mind when we understand how and when to best communicate our message.  Across the next couple of episodes, I’ll be sharing ideas aroun...

For many of us, life gets busy and we put so much focus on achieving our future goals. This causes us to run on autopilot, and we forget to stop and actually smell the roses or appreciate the little things that bring joy. Today I’m talking about shifting perspective and how this allows us to not only enjoy the present moment, but to get closer towards attaining our goals. It’s all too easy to succ...

Time and time again, I have conversations with people who are striving to have impactful lives and fulfilling careers, but feel like their potential is all locked up inside. And the question I always ask is, are you investing in your own success?  Today on the podcast, I’m talking about unlocking your potential by identifying and prioritising those things that will help you achieve your goals and...

 I’m very excited to be with you today for what is our 50th episode! I’ve been loving the past year of sharing my ideas and the ideas of others in the hope that we can move forward as a community of women in the property and construction industry. Today on the podcast, I’m talking all about emotional intelligence and why it’s vital for both leaders and team members to cultivate and utilise this im...

Striving for perfection is all too common, especially for women. We tend to hold ourselves to a standard that can be impossible to achieve. This often leads to procrastination and self-criticism, making it difficult to move forward. Today, I’m talking about progress over perfection, and how embracing this mindset can change the way we work and live. Perfectionism is hard to define, and even harder...

Today we’re talking about values, and how understanding what truly matters to you will help you find harmony within your work. In this episode, we’ll explore the power of value alignment and how it can lead to greater fulfilment, joy and success in your career. So what actually are values? Values are what really matter to us, and are fundamental to how we live our lives. When we are clear on what...

As a leader, identifying and harnessing your strengths is a powerful way to maximise the impact and influence you have in your business. I was recently asked what my own personal superpowers are, and the first thing that came to mind was the skill of effective stakeholder management.  In today’s episode, I talk about how I’ve cultivated the ability to successfully engage with a wide range of peopl...

Have you ever taken the time to sit down and re-evaluate what you want from life? Or gotten really clear on what will make you the most fulfilled in your work, and how you’ll get there? Redefining success as we grow and change over time is an important exercise that often gets overlooked as we get busier and our to-do lists get longer. I’m a big believer in having clear goals, and today I encourag...

How do you handle the times when everything is not going to plan? When the going gets tough and all you want to do is curl up in a ball? Building resilience is such an important topic because every single one of us will go through lows in our careers and personal lives where our strengths and skills will be the only things that pull us through. In this episode, I’m sharing how you can start buildi...

I’ve worked in the property and development industry for a long time and I know first hand how challenging it can be to be the only woman in the room. It has traditionally been very male-dominated, especially with women being very underrepresented in leadership roles. But I’m here to tell you that we need women as leaders and I want to help you to take that next step.  In this episode, I’ll take y...

One of the most important steps to building a career you love is visibility. How do people recognise you? How do people know what you do and what you stand for? As a woman in property and in construction, or in any male-dominated space, it can feel extremely uncomfortable to spotlight our own work and what we are doing. For most women, that does not come naturally. But if we want to take the next...

On today’s episode we are talking about the art of authentic leadership. This is a conversation I'm really excited to have because the shift to authentic leadership is something that we've really seen take prominence in the last few years. I explore with you what it means to be an authentic leader and why it’s important for each of us to show up in an authentic way. I look at how authent...

Reverse engineering your career is a great way to take control of your professional development and achieve your goals. We can use reverse engineering by starting with the end goal in mind and working backwards to determine the steps needed to reach that goal. In other words, instead of blindly following a traditional career path and hoping opportunities present themselves, you're intentional...

Are you feeling stuck in your career? Do you find yourself doubting your abilities and questioning your worthiness for that promotion or new opportunity? If so, you're not alone. I’ve worked with many professionals who are experiencing self-doubt, but what sets successful individuals apart is their unwavering self-belief. Self-belief is the foundation of a thriving career, and it's time...

Knowing the right questions to ask in the workplace can make a world of difference to your career and open up opportunities for progression and promotion. This ability to take the time to inquire, seek clarification, and understand expectations through thoughtful questions can dramatically impact your performance, relationships, and overall success in the workplace. In this episode, I’m sharing an...

A quandary that most of us will be confronted with at various points in our careers is whether or not it’s time to quit your job. Forging a new pathway in your career can be daunting because it often means leaving a certain level of security and familiarity behind. This is why it’s so important to take ownership of your decisions, knowing that you are the one driving your career.  Today I want to...

A lack of confidence is something that I see holding women back all the time. Some women struggle with a lack of self-belief and others have the inclination to avoid self-promotion or don’t want to appear egotistical, which means they show up less confident and miss out on opportunities presented to them.  Confidence isn’t something that happens overnight. It’s something you need to keep cultivati...

A successful career isn’t necessarily about getting promoted every year but if you’re feeling stuck and not moving forward the way you want to, this is a very frustrating place to be.  I am passionate about helping women progress in their careers in strategic and considered ways so they can make a bigger impact, love what they do and be in alignment with their greater vision. So today, I’m sharing...

How do we get more done without working harder or longer hours? This is a topic that is very close to my heart because having experienced burnout myself, I know the temptation to keep pushing to do more. But with limited hours in the day, when our work starts to consume more and more hours, it means that we stop having the time for self-care and for cultivating those relationships that matter to u...

Adversity is a very normal part of life and work. It can come in many different forms, such as a difficult project, a disagreement with a colleague, a challenging boss, or even a personal issue that is affecting your performance at work. So how do we deal with it and move on? In this episode, I’m sharing my key tools and tips for dealing with adversity at work. This isn’t something you can run awa...

Confidence is an absolutely essential ingredient for success in every field and empowers us to take risks, embrace challenges, and pursue our passions without fear of failure. In the workplace, it’s especially important because it can directly impact career progression, job satisfaction, and even financial stability. Everything begins with self-confidence but what do you do when you don’t feel you...

Previously, we’ve been taught that if we perform well at work, we’ll advance further in our careers. All throughout our education journey, the final outcome is determined by the amount of work we put in and our performance BUT, in the real world, that isn’t enough anymore. In today’s conversation, I’m exploring why being good at your job isn’t enough to progress, obtain leadership positions and re...