Constructive Behaviors

Jessi Lynn , author of *The Truth About Being a Woman in Construction* and CEO of #PivotHIGHHer is my guest on this episode. We talk about how storytelling and open dialogue are essential for a more inclusive construction industry. Telling YOUR STORY can empower the next generation of women in construction....so start telling!   Find Jessi Lynn on  LinkedIn  |  Pivot HIGHer.coa...

What season is your career in? Are you going through a rough patch? Or soaring high? We all go through seasons in our careers. They are ever changing just as the leaves. This episode is your reminder that you aren't alone! Looking for a Construction Industry Speaker that has Real Construction Experience? Someone your audience can truly relate to? Check out my Keynotes at ConstructionBarb.com and l...

How do we increase retention and successfully prepare the next generation of construction industry professionals? In this episode, I sit down with Lee Glavaz , the dynamic CEO and and one of two founding partners of Metroscape , a residential construction management firm in Toronto, Canada. During the episode she shares her inspiring journey from customer service to construction leadership and we...

Not for little ears! Let's talk for a moment about the societal "rules" that keep us from actually making progress and how we can overcome the paralysis that they sometimes cause. Let's move forward!! Looking for a Construction Industry Speaker that has Real Construction Experience? Someone your audience can truly relate to? Check out my Keynotes at ConstructionBarb.com and let's start a conversat...

Are you dwelling on your setbacks or using them for motivation? In this episode with Cammie Beckert , Managing Partner and Owner of Cameron Custom Homes and Renovations , we talk about how her journey with failing forward started with a punch in the gut comment from a high school counselor that motivator her to prove him wrong. Cammie has been using this mentality to propel herself forward ever si...

Consensus versus Compromise, and why it's important. In this episode, Doreen Bartoldus , Sr. Director of Client Services at Brown & Caldwell , and I dive into the art of building consensus in a world that feels increasingly divided. Sharing insights from her experience in managing multimillion-dollar projects, Doreen highlights why fostering unity among diverse perspectives is essential for ef...

What does it take to change company culture? In this episode, Matt DiBara , fourth generation owner of DiBara Masonry , and Co-Founder of The Contractor Consultants talks about the hurdles of Hollywood & Social Stigmas, the attitudes and beliefs that we pass down within families, and revitalizing vocational education. We also dive into the trends he is seeing work with regard to recruitment st...

Do you spend more time getting ready to leave for a conference than you do GETting READY FOR IT? We invest $$ and time to attend conferences and we rarely get as much out of them as we could. In this episode, you will LEARN 5 TIPS to ensure you get the most from ANY conference. ***REMINDER the 14%ersmVIP waitlist is still open. JOIN TODAY ! Looking for a Construction Industry Speaker that has Real...

Announcing something NEW for Women in Construction! Something created SPECIFICALLY for Women in Construction! Specifically for the women Breaking Ground, Challenging Norms, and Shattering Ceilings. For the women that make up less than 14% of the Construction Industry...the 14%ers. Click here to JOIN THE WAITLIST! Looking for a Construction Industry Speaker that has Real Construction Experience? So...

What brings about change in each of us?.....BEING CHALLENGED. Sometimes we thrive when faced with challenges and sometimes we want to retreat. But challenges always bring about change. In this episode, DeIla Ray and I not only talk about her unexpected journey from Psychology to Welder, but also about how presenting opportunities to "unlikely candidates" not only opens doors but provides great ben...

Singer, Songwriter, and...Electrical Engineer. Kara Hermann 's passion for empowering women in construction shines through in her music and advocacy efforts, inspiring others to embrace Curiosity, Creativity, and Inclusivity in the industry. Kara wrote, recorded, AND with the support from her employer Dome Construction , was able to create a music video for her song " Hard Hatted Woman " that capt...

Raw and Uncut. The story of my financial journey. The good, the bad, and the ugly. Taking you from the early lessons from my mom on budgeting and saving to financial security that allowed me to start my company...as a single person. Over the years, I have made several smart decisions, such as buying my first house, learning my worth, and negotiating for higher pay. By managing my money and advocat...

Want to know what true Allyship looks and sounds like? In this episode, Dale Eason , a male leader in the Concrete Industry, who is nearing retirement will share his journey with women in construction through the years. Dale provides his honest thoughts, feedback, and encouragement for women in our industry AND....he also tells me how his thoughts about me have changed through the years. As a bonu...

How do/can women affect the overall safety on a jobsite? Do women cause more accidents and raise EMR's? Or do women contribute to better safety records and lower insurance premiums? What are the top three things that contribute to the best safety records in general? Worker's Compensation Claim's Expert, Rocio Luna , with Modern Reign Insurance Brokers , and I dive into all of these questions and s...

Yep that's it! A little insight into the relationship between my mom and I to celebrate Mother's Day. Enjoy! Looking for a Construction Industry Speaker that has Real Construction Experience? Someone your audience can truly relate to? Check out my Keynotes at ConstructionBarb.com and let's start a conversation to ensure your next event gets rave reviews! Barb@ConstructionBarb.com Have you heard of...

What is it like to be the FATHER of a DAUGHTER in male dominated industry? In this episode, we dive into the unique perspective of TJ Pinales . TJ is not only a long time Construction Professional, but he IS the father of a daughter in a male dominated industry...the armed forces, the ARMY to be exact. TJ and I dive into challenges his daughter has faced in HER CAREER and how KNOWLEDGE of those ha...

What can COMPANIES do to equalize the hiring process? We talked about what WOMEN can do "JUMP THE BIAS" when it comes to the interview and hiring process... so now let's talk about what COMPANIES can do to EQUALIZE the process! In part 2 of this interview, Nora Burns emphasizes the importance of focusing on fairness, consistency, and inclusivity in evaluating candidates. Nora shares key points to...

What can you do to increase your chances of landing the interview or the hire? For both candidates and companies, creating a more equitable hiring process requires effort and commitment. In this interview with HR expert, Nora Burns , (aka The Undercover Candidate ) we dive into the importance of women exuding confidence and competence, starting with something as simple as a firm handshake. We disc...

How is leadership changing within the construction industry? How does leadership LOOK and SOUND different than it used to? And how will it continue to evolve? Michael Riegel , with AEC Business Strategies , talks about his personal journey in leadership and what he has learned about the importance of curiosity, empathy, and open dialogue to build strong, cohesive teams that unlock potential and ta...

What does potential LOOK like?  Do you recognize your own?  Do you recognize it in others? Danielle Dlugosh left Hobby Lobby to take her first job in construction as a Jobsite ADMIN.  TOday she is an AREA SUPERINTENDENT for Hensel Phelps . Listen to what others saw in her, and what she sees in herself, that keeps moving her up the ladder. Looking for a Construction Industry Speaker...

Are you providing INTERNS with a summer job?  or a CAREER PATH?  Do you view interns as just "part of doing business", or as "THE FARM TEAM" from which to pull your future star players? Emily Brown , Vice President of Learning & Development talks about McCownGordon 's INTERN PROGRAM and how it is providing them with an IMPRESSIVE retention rate and landing their company the full time...

How do we get HIGH SCHOOL KIDS interested in the construction industry? How do we convince their PARENTS that construction is more than the industry stereotype they have in their heads? Taylor Beeman walks us through her UNEXPECTED introduction to the industry in high school, her parents STRONG resistance to her pursuing a career in construction, and her SUCCESS in the industry thus far. Taylor's...

What does true leadership look like?  Would you like to BECOME a manager that successfully leads a diverse group of people?  Would you like to WORK FOR a leader like that? The best boss I ever had in the industry agreed to be interviewed for this episode! Terry Dlugosh shares insights from his personal journey learning the type of manager he did and did not want to become. The biggest ch...

I hosted THE WIC Week Audio Summit that was released MARCH 3, 2024! The line up of spekaers includes Women In Construction that are authors, speakers, consultants, and podcast hosts! It is FREE and is jampacked with experience and advice from these Construction Industry thought leaders who are actively working to increase the success of women in construction. If YOU want to upgrade your career or...

FINALLY! A conversation with TWO female superintendents! Sami Wallace, a Sr. Superintendent for Clark Construction, and I talk NASCAR, dirty jobs, dressing for construction, jobsite gossip, the need for personal supporters, and how CONSTRUCTION is a PEOPLE BUSINESS... which is just one of the reasons women are made for this! Sami Wallace on LinkedIn Looking for a Construction Industry Speaker that...