ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Thank you so much for spending your time with us on the podcast today. A big huge thank you to Kate Cole for sharing your wit, inspiration and experience with us. This was so much fun!
Some takeways from our conversation:
Kate is a fabulous author. Her books are witty, smart, sexy and fun. And should be on screen!!
We all have crappy days, but the key is finding our allies. Be open to them. Focus on the positive, keep moving forward and keep growing as a human.
Draw on your diverse experiences to support your career transitions. Like Kate does when she creating characters in her books.
Although it can be challenging for women in male-dominated professionals like construction, as women get older they are more free to be themselves and bring their whole selves to their work.
One of the best things that comes with menopause is the lack of caring. We just don’t care as much. We are not invested in pleasing people like we used be when we were younger.
The best way to get through menopause in a male-dominated industry – be your true self. There is a clarity that comes with age that is liberating and empowering.
Women on Site – oh my goodness!! What an amazing group this is! Strong, tenacious, positive, supportive – just fabulous. Women on Site was born out of a genuine need for connection and support within the building industries. Founded by four women who experienced isolation in their careers, WOS emerged organically from an Instagram community.
It aims to be a beacon of support and community for women and gender diverse individuals in the building industries. It is the creation of Constanza, an Environmental Technician; Samara, a Red Seal Sheet Metal worker; Darci, an Electrical Apprentice; and Tessa, a Red Seal Bricklayer. Four women working in construction who saw the need for a community for people just like them.
I love this so much!! If you are a woman in the trades or know someone who is or is thinking about it, please share the information about this awesome group. Check out their monthly meetings!
When we talk about sick days and taking time off for health reasons, including mental health, collective agreements are critical. They provide protection. Construction and project management fields are a deadline focused culture – mental health is very important.
You can tell there was a lot to take away. Thank you so much for coming onto the podcast Kate. Please make sure you read her fabulous Women in Trades romance series. You will love them and I can’t wait for High Voltage to come out!
Please remember to share the podcast with someone who would like to be part of our growing community.
Really looking forward to our next episode coming out on October 25th – it will be another interesting chat. See you then when we will take a pause together.
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