Camille Finan
Remodel Your Life-
Camille Finan talks to women working in the skilled trades and breaking down barriers in non-traditional careers. Her 25 years as a carpenter gives her a unique insight into the world of construction, design and the trades. Her goal is to inform and educate you about the wonderful opportunities of working in the skilled trades for women and girls. She also shares inspiring stories and conversations around working and building a successful creative business and career!
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Camille Finan
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Mar 5, 2026
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Episodes
Ep 29: Shannon Morgan + Renaissance Faire Glass Queen! 28.01.2020 25:38
We are back with the continuation of our story with Shannon Morgan and pick up with how she became the queen of glass blowing at the Renaissance Faire for 15 years! A huge accomplishment and made some serious money to boot. Her years of generosity and relationships with other vendors really paid off and she created a thriving business. Listen to hear how she did it and how she turned t...
Ep 28: Kathryn Starrs + Teaching Glass Blowing! 23.01.2020 28:54
I'm so happy to get back to our "glass blowing" series with our newest guest and teacher! Listen to how Kathryn started out in ceramics but switched to the amazing world of glass and how she's building her skills while also sharing her love of teaching with new students. Along the way she has created an incredible IG account that curates all the best glass artists so check it out @glas...
Ep 27: Amanda Giuliano + Tradeswomen Unite and Thrive! 15.01.2020 21:48
If you want to hear the "real inside scoop" behind the wildly successful IG account (TWOIG), then listen to its' founder and dynamo...Amanda Giuliano! Her passion and purpose for bringing women into the trades is gonna set you on fire! not kidding :) And don't let her pretty face fool you...she worked her way up in the trades starting at age 16 and has continued to add to her toolbelt...
Ep 26: Natasha Fritz + Build a $400k Carpentry Business! 14.01.2020 31:54
Learn how Natasha built a successful carpentry business from the ground up and how she is sharing the message with all kinds of women in the trades at the upcoming IBS (International Builders Show) in Vegas Jan 21, 2020! She's the "real deal" girls and builds some amazing structures in Canada and is an ambassador for the hugely successful IG acct Tradeswomen of Instagram (TWOIG). @trades_women_of_...
Ep 25: COLOR is Life! + James Nowak and Shannon Morgan 10.01.2020 25:34
When we left off in the last episode Shannon was just finding her way in glass, now let's continue her journey and learn what triggered her love of color in glass. Sponsored by Stiletto Titanium Hammer- Get ONE today and support the show with this small but powerful tool just for women ! More info and show notes: http://remodelyourlifepodcast.com/26 Are you interested in sharing YOUR s...
Ep 24: Shannon Morgan + Let's Fire Up The Glass Blowing Furnace! 04.01.2020 18:10
Let’s get ready to go on a journey…deep into the amazing world of glass blowing. In this next series we are going to peek inside the incredible and fantastical trade of melting sand and spinning it into blown glass. We start our story through the lens of Shannon Morgan, a 25 year veteran. A female glass blower who has worked her way up from the bottom and seen the industry from m...
Ep 23: Kae Whitaker + Marketing Magic for Interior Designers 19.09.2019 16:48
Kae Whitaker will be presenting Marketing wizardry for your business at an incredible new event coming up for black interior designers in Houston, Texas. During this episode, you’ll hear how Kae helps businesses set up efficient and effective marketing systems that work. She is one of the presenters at the Texas Black Interior Design Symposium which is happening September 20th and 21st in Houston,...
Ep 22: Rhonikka Clifton + Permission Granted-Becoming an Interior Designer 13.09.2019 10:52
Shandra Ward and Rhonikka Clifton are some amazing women that have this incredible new event coming up for black interior designers in Houston, Texas. During this episode, you’ll hear how Rhonnika got her start in interior design. She is one of the founders of the Texas Black Interior Design Symposium which is happening September 20th and 21st in Houston, Texas. It sounds like a very high-value ev...
Ep 21: Shandra Ward + Laying the Foundation- Where it all began 10.09.2019 9:22
Shandra Ward and Rhonikka Clifton are some amazing women that have this incredible new event coming up for black interior designers in Houston, Texas. During this episode, you’ll hear how Shandra got her start in interior design. She is one of the founders of the Texas Black Interior Design Symposium which is happening September 20th and 21st in Houston, Texas. It sound like a very high-value even...
Ep 20: Creating an Event for Black Interior Designers 01.09.2019 33:45
Shandra Ward and Rhonikka Clifton are some amazing women that have this incredible new event coming up for black interior designers in Houston, Texas. I just love the concept of two girlfriends, two women coming together to push their industry forward and bring more people into their field. During this episode, you’ll hear all about the Texas Black Interior Design Symposium (TXBIDS)which is happen...
Ep 19: Interior Design with Veronica Sanders 13.08.2019 42:00
Veronica Sanders is an award-winning interior designer with a love for natural materials, and a masculine edge, her design aesthetic is described as "Industrial Chic." Although she is trained to design with any aesthetic, her favorite is creating interiors with a mix of raw edge, natural materials, and soft, modern decor for a cohesive whole. Veronica joins me on the show to talk about her persist...
EP 18: Create "Superfans" in Your Woodworking Business with MegaMillionaire Pat Flynn 16.07.2019 27:16
Pat Flynn, once an architect, is now a podcaster and business owner. Through the remodeling of his life, he has positively influenced a lot of people, myself included. He is the author of several books, including the upcoming Superfans . He is also the creator of the widely successful podcast & blog, Smart Passive Income. Website: http://www.smartpassiveincome.com/ Sponsored by Stiletto...
EP 17: What makes a GREAT work boot? @Athena Outfitters has the answer! 12.03.2019 39:00
Have ever wondered just what makes a great work boot? Well we have some answers today on the show! We are joined by Dan Van Dis, owner of @athenaoutfitters an online boot and gear store just for women in the trades! He takes us through his 4th generation show selling history and how it all began. Its a rich history of boot sellers and his thriving business is set to really help w...
EP 16: Kelly Parker + From Chemist to Furniture Maker! 19.02.2019 41:59
Once a successful chemist, Kelly decided to make a major life change and became a creative furniture maker. Listen to how she made the transition, the time and money investment it took and why she loves it so much! Are you interested in sharing YOUR story on the RYL podcast? OR are you struggling to get qualified women into your construction company? Send me an email and let's chat! Camille_L@sbcg...
EP 15: Start Here: How to become a Female Carpenter with Marie Ptak 22.01.2019 40:40
How to Analyze Your Options My guest on this episode is Marie Ptak, who is looking for some career advice! She moved out to the Northern California area for historic preservation work, which she says has been mostly in window restoration, as well as some roofing. But as she tells listeners, after being a hairstylist for 4 years, she felt the pull of the builder’s world. Marie went to Tech College...
EP 14: Katie Hughes + Creator of "Girls Build" 19.12.2018 48:27
Born with a Hammer in Her Hand My guest today grew up on a farm swinging a hammer and became very comfortable with tools. She took to carpentry and has worked for Habitat for Humanity and Oregon Tradeswomen. She has made it her mission to teach young girls how to get in the trades and started a construction summer camp called Girls Build which I personally think is amazing! Katie is passionate abo...
Ep 13: Judaline Cassidy + New York Plumber 04.12.2018 52:27
Judaline Cassidy was born in Trinidad. Wanting originally to become a lawyer, a lack of financial resources led her instead to a local trade school. Figuring she would rather get wet than electrocuted, Judaline chose to become a plumber over the electrician trade. She completed her schooling with gusto and moved to New York, working as a nanny and babysitter before catching a break and putting her...
EP 12: My Motivation + Podcast Favorites 20.11.2018 14:31
Behind-The-Scenes Inspiration and Motivation Life gets tough sometimes; we all go through lulls in productivity and motivation. Sometimes procrastination feels like the panacea for all of our troubles. And for me, it’s no different. But I have found that proactively countering the less-inspired moments of my life through various podcasts is oh so effective. There are many other methods I use for g...
Ep 11: Amy Smiley + 84 Lumber is a LEADER in the trades for women! 14.08.2018 16:44
FInd out how 84 Lumber is changing the lumber industry and creating modern empowerment for women inside the construction industry! Privately held by Maggie Hardy Knox, its pioneering modern management in an old-school industry. With many women in top leadership they are leading the way. FInd out how amazing a work place it is for women from Amy Smiley, as she guides us through he...
Ep 10: Danielle McKim + Designer/Storeowner 07.08.2018 54:32
On this episode, I chat with Danielle McKim owner of the Tuft Store in South Carolina. After trying a variety of different avenues, she discovered her love for design. Listen to the lovely Danielle McKim as she shares her journey from getting a Sociology degree in college to running a business she absolutely loves. The passion Danielle has for creating and getting her hands dirty is clear as she t...
EP 9: Emma Fowler + Why the Smallest Carpenters Pack the Biggest Punch 31.07.2018 48:01
On this episode I get to talk in depth with Emma Fowler who is in an amazing program, training to be a high-end residential carpenter. And, she is also a highly skilled ceramics artist on the side. Emma details her Apprenticeship for us, and it's not just the giant list of carpentry skills, like building walls, that she's learning. She is also being trained as a Superintendent on the job site and...
Ep 8: Ashley Harwood + Teaching Around the World 21.07.2018 32:56
Ashley is back to fill us in on her travels and adventures as a globe-trotting wood turning demonstrator. She has managed to take her expertise and “carve” out a part-time job as a highly respected and sought-after wood turning demonstrator. During this fun conversation, we crisscross around the world to Hawaii, Nova Scotia, Spain, Paris, and even Birmingham, UK as Ashley shares stories that could...
Ep 7: Mary May + Wood Carving Master 26.06.2018 49:18
Falling in love with woodcarving: Tune in to hear the delightful Mary May share with us how and where she first discovered a passion for woodcarving, and how she went from admiring the craft to finding her own teachers in the United States. Turning a passion into a career As with many art-forms, it’s challenging to turn something from a much-loved hobby into a profitable career. Mary goes over her...
Ep 6: How to Become a MASTER Carpenter! 01.05.2018 40:46
If you are struggling with a career choice or making a big LEAP! You must listen to this show. My producer, James Healy joins the show and we talk about the journey to become a "master". What does it take? How long does it take? WHY would anyone give up one career or job to embrace something more creative? We talk about it ALL... so listen in and get some inspiration to tak...
Ep 5: Lisa Michaud + Mąkę your DREAMS BIG! 17.04.2018 56:25
You don't need to know all the steps on the journey! Listen in as LIsa Michaud walks us through how to set BIG goals, make shifts and pivots in our lives. She's wonderful at removing the anxiety and overwhelm when you are considering a major life shift or transition. Her practical, take-it-slow approach allows you to explore and get curious about your next life/career stage. &nbs...
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