In this episode of Building Confidence, I sit down with heavy vehicle mechanic and dual-trade auto electrician Caitlyn Hayes to chat about the journey that has taken her from applying for countless apprenticeships to working FIFO in Western Australia.

We talk about what it takes to back yourself when opportunities don't come easily, how to advocate for yourself in the workplace, why mentoring can change the course of your career, and the mindset that has helped Caitlyn continue chasing bigger goals—including completing a dual trade, stepping into field service, mentoring apprentices, and putting herself forward for industry awards.

If you've ever questioned whether you're ready to apply for the job, nominate for the award, reach out to a mentor, or simply take the next step in your career, this episode is your reminder that you don't have to feel ready—you just have to have a go.

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I explore the metaphor of watering grass versus watering concrete, discussing the importance of focusing efforts on environments where growth is possible, highlights how investing energy in the wrong areas can lead to burnout.

If you would like help and support to implement this process you can book a coaching consultation here

If you are business wanting to give your employees more tools to succeed you can book a business chat here

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In this week’s interview, Alice shares her 23-year journey as a tradeswoman, overcoming challenges related to gender bias, workplace respect, and career transitions. Discover valuable and practical insights on supporting women in trades, the importance of community, and how to succeed in a male-dominated industry!

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Anxiety can sometimes be chatter in your mind and sometimes it can be yelling – sound familiar? It can be like a team meeting where peoples voices are not being taken into account, and they get louder and louder until you cannot ignore them.

In this episode I go through how to have a productive team meeting with your anxiety.

If you would like help and support to implement this process you can book a coaching consultation here

If you are business wanting to give your employees more tools to succeed you can book a business chat here

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In this episode, Caitlin Knox shares her inspiring journey from stepping out of university to becoming an apprentice development lead. We discuss the realities of trades, the importance of attitude, navigating vocational training, and seizing leadership opportunities early in a career.

Apprenticeships at Komatsu - https://www.komatsu.com/en-au/careers/apprenticeships

"I’ve become the gun tradie I used to look up to."

Saf joins us on the podcast to share her 16 year long carer in the trades, sharing challenges she over came and her mindset of continues learning which has lead her to becoming the gun tradie that she used to look up to!!

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In this episode, I share practical strategies for building confidence through regular actions, the importance of gathering evidence of success, and managing ADHD symptoms without shame.

If you would like help and support to implement this process you can book a coaching consultation here

If you are business wanting to give your employees more tools to succeed you can book a business chat here

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key  topics

#  confidence, regular action, ADHD, journaling, self-belief, evidence, self-improvement, mental health, coaching, tradeswomen

In this weeks episode I chat to Kate, a qualified heavy diesel mechanic based in NZ. We discuss Kate’s journey from the air force into the trades which unfortunately wasn’t smooth sailing. We talk about the impact of workplace bullying, confidence building, and overcoming adversity in professional settings.

Key takeaways-

If you are a tradeswoman and would like some help and support, you can book a coaching consultation here

If you are business wanting to give your employees more tools to succeed you can book a business chat here

In this episode I share a fact about bullying that is rarely discussed – the impact on your learning. This really impacts you during your apprenticeship when learning is intense but beyond your apprenticeship it effects your performance. I through how this impacted me and how I moved through it.

If you are a tradeswoman or tradesperson who would like to feel less anxious and more confident, don't hesitate to book a coaching consultation here.

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# bullying, learning, self-compassion, workplace, mental health, resilience, personal growth

This week I interview Ashley Belteky, heavy vehicle mechanic and the founder of Blue Leader. She shares her journey from being a mechanic to a leader, sharing the steps she took along the way which included trying a few different jobs in the mechanical space!

Key takeaways

If you are a tradeswoman and would like some help and support, you can book a coaching consultation here

If you are business wanting to give your employees more tools to succeed you can book a business chat here