Constructing You

In this episode, I talk about why avoidance isn't a great strategy when constructing you, plus, share more about my next guest. Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn. Don't forget you can also join the free facebook community to discuss your journey in the building industry; https://www.facebook.com/groups/constructingyou/ Get a copy of my book: https://amzn.to/31ILAdv A word from our podcast sponsors: Gantted is Australia's first marketplace and directory of construction consultants and industry experts. If you are a small consulting firm or a freelancer, Gantted helps you to find the tender offers from top builders in Australia in a wide range of services, saving you time and money. If you are a builder, you now have access to the best independent construction consultants in the industry. Signing up is free, so head over to https://www.gantted.com/and start bidding! Shifting Media is Australia's leading construction focused 3D media studio. With over 60 clients across the country we have a proven track record of delivering cutting edge construction logistics plans on a budget. Our 3D solutions for preconstruction help give your team the competitive edge when it comes to tendering. Our simple and effective presentations help communicate complex programmes and methodologies with ease. From proposal to submission, we have your back. Head over to shifting-media.com and shift your trajectory.

Hutchies' Chairman Scott Hutchinson has grown to become a well-known Brisbane personality, recognised as a passionate advocate for the local music industry and his commitment to supporting community organisations like Bravehearts and the AEIOU Foundation. Scott's great love of music has led to his long-term membership on the Board of QMusic as well as a personal involvement in the preservation of the live music scene in Brisbane. Scott has been Chairman of Hutchinson Builders since 2001, which he took on subsequent to the role of Managing Director from 1991. Since he started in the family business in 1986, the annual construction turnover of the company has grown from $6M to $2.8B. Scott's novel thinking has brought a number of innovations to the business, including a focus on environmental initiatives. He has been instrumental in the development of Hutchies' Indigenous employment program and personally drives our support of women in construction through a long term partnership with NAWIC. Through the business, Scott has been involved in a range of residential, retail and industrial development projects, as well as innovative project finance arrangements including joint ventures, turnkey mezzanine, and lead capital projects. Scott has worked in all areas of the business including estimating, administration, accounts and marketing. In this episode, you'll learn about: - Music and philanthropy - Trying and failing - Changing and adapting in business - Key business insights and lessons - Lessons to your younger self And more Resources: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/151724.The_Average_American_Male https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/338798.Ulysses https://www.hutchinsonbuilders.com.au

In this episode, I talk about what you can do if you've found yourself to be stuck and stagnating, plus, share more about my next guest. Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn. Don't forget you can also join the free facebook community to discuss your journey in the building industry; https://www.facebook.com/groups/constructingyou/ Get a copy of my book: https://amzn.to/31ILAdv A word from our podcast sponsors: Gantted is Australia's first marketplace and directory of construction consultants and industry experts. If you are a small consulting firm or a freelancer, Gantted helps you to find the tender offers from top builders in Australia in a wide range of services, saving you time and money. If you are a builder, you now have access to the best independent construction consultants in the industry. Signing up is free, so head over to https://www.gantted.com/and start bidding! Shifting Media is Australia's leading construction focused 3D media studio. With over 60 clients across the country we have a proven track record of delivering cutting edge construction logistics plans on a budget. Our 3D solutions for preconstruction help give your team the competitive edge when it comes to tendering. Our simple and effective presentations help communicate complex programmes and methodologies with ease. From proposal to submission, we have your back. Head over to shifting-media.com and shift your trajectory.

Danni Hunter is the Victorian Chief Executive Officer of the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA Victoria) – the nation’s peak body for the urban development industry. As the building, construction and development sector’s key advocate across Victoria, Danni represents one of our largest economic contributors and over 300,000 Victorian jobs. She is responsible for advising and influencing state policymakers and regulators on issues including housing, business conditions, population growth and liveability, transport, infrastructure and the economy. Danni is a hands-on leader with deep experience in business, policy, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement, previously holding senior roles as an advisor to the State Government, and Policy Advisor and Public Affairs Manager at the Property Council of Australia. She has volunteered as a strategic advisor to Beyond Blue, and currently serves as a government appointed Trustee on the Caulfield Racecourse Reserve Trust. When Danni was appointed CEO of UDIA Victoria in 2015, she was the youngest person and first female to hold the role. She has since diversified and scaled the not-for-profit membership body into a highly regarded research, advocacy and educational organisation that is financially secure and experiencing year on year growth. Danni is passionate about increasing diversity within business leadership and finding solutions to systemic problems facing the community including homelessness and housing affordability. Additionally, Danni is a dynamic and nationally recognised spokesperson, regularly sharing her views on property, business, diversity, population growth and the economy through regular media appearances, events and keynote presentations
In this episode you will learn about:

• The art of advocacy
• Influencing decisions
• Having a solutions driven approach
• Trusting the process
• Relationship equity and value
• Insights into leadership

And so much more.
Resources https://gregmckeown.com/book/ https://udiavic.com.au
Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn.
Don't forget you can also join the free facebook community to discuss your journey in the building industry; https://www.facebook.com/groups/constructingyou/

When you're constructing you - you need to trust the process. Listen as to why, as I also share more about my next guest. Approach Consulting specialise in construction & property recruitment across the Melbourne market. They offer a personal approach to recruitment for businesses regardless of size, working closely with clients to get a strong understanding of cultural fit and skillsets required for projects and teams. Their roles ranges from skilled professionals across engineering & architecture design, property development as well as on-site staff, project managers, estimators and skilled contract administrators for both contractors and consultancies. Approach offer hourly rate or fixed term contracts as well as permanent recruitment with flexible payment terms. This allows smaller businesses to manage cash flow yet attract the best talent to their business. With a strong network across the local market in Melbourne, they have access to a database of top talent passively seeking roles who trust Approach Consulting to assist with their next career move. Please visit www.approachconsult.com.au for more information.

• www.linkedin.com/company/approachconsultingaustralia

Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn. Don't forget you can also join the free facebook community to discuss your journey in the building industry; https://www.facebook.com/groups/constructingyou/ Get a copy of my book: https://amzn.to/31ILAdv

Rebecca Casson is the CEO of Master Builders Victoria, which serves the needs of the building and construction industry, from residential to commercial and engineering businesses, principal contractors to subcontractors, manufacturers and suppliers. Rebecca is the first female leader of the association's 145-year history. Prior to this, she served for six years as the CEO of the Committee for Geelong. Rebecca has a strong background in government, industry and the not-for-profit sector. She has held senior roles with responsibilities including international engagement, government relations, corporate diplomacy and major projects, together with policy development and implementation. In this episode you will learn about:

• Building career visibility
• Developing strategic outlooks
• Choosing courage over comfort
• Pivotal leadership lessons
• Driving industry change

Resources https://www.mbav.com.au https://www.bookdepository.com/Dear-Mum-from-you-me/9781907048449 Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn. Don't forget you can also join the free facebook community to discuss your journey in the building industry; https://www.facebook.com/groups/constructingyou/

On this day, seven years ago I stepped foot into the construction here. In this episode, I share my top seven pieces of advice as I reflect on the career that has been. Resources: "Gantted is Australia's first marketplace and directory of construction consultants and industry experts. If you are a small consulting firm or a freelancer, Gantted helps you to find the tender offers from top builders in Australia in a wide range of services, saving you time and money. If you are a builder, you now have access to the best independent construction consultants in the industry. Signing up is free, so head over to https://www.gantted.com/ and start bidding!"

Alison Mirams is the founding chief executive officer of boutique tier one construction company, Roberts Pizzarotti. The company was founded in January 2017 and within the first three years has a workbook of over $1 billion. Alison is deeply passionate about addressing the systemic issues that exist in the construction industry and attracting and retaining more women in the industry Alison has worked in the construction industry for 25 years. Prior to establishing Roberts Pizzarotti, Alison led the NSW/ACT regional business unit for Lendlease's Building business for nearly three years. Prior to joining Lendlease, Alison enjoyed a successful sixteen-year career at Multiplex, rising from contracts administrator to regional director. Alison is a Director of the UNSW Foundation Board and chairs the Advisory Council for UNSW Faculty of the Built Environment. Alison's was previously a Director of the Australian Steel Institute and a member of the Board of Advisors for the Property Industry Foundation. Alison received the Laing O'Rourke Business Woman of the Year award at the 2018 NAWIC NSW Awards for Excellence. Alison holds a Bachelor of Building (Construction Economics) and a Graduate Diploma Urban Estate Management from UTS. In this episode, you will learn about:

• Solving intergenerational and system issues in the industry
• Controlling your self-belief system
• Going from an employee to CEO mindset
• Allowing life to take precedence
• Building relationship equity

And so much more. Resources https://www.robertspizzarotti.com Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn. Don't forget you can also join the free facebook community to discuss your journey in the building industry; https://www.facebook.com/groups/constructingyou/

In this episode, I talk about why your brand is of empirical importance - now more than ever. And, I reveal my next guest (not to be missed). Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn. Don't forget you can also join the free facebook community to discuss your journey in the building industry; https://www.facebook.com/groups/constructingyou/ Get a copy of my book: https://amzn.to/31ILAdv

Melanie Kurzydlo is the Director, Strategy and Business Relations at Growthbuilt where she partners with CEO's and executives to lead strong teams of industry professionals in the Property, Development and Construction Industry. Drawing upon her strong knowledge of multiple industry sectors, Melanie currently drives the effective implementation of Growthbuilt's Business Development and Growth Strategy and has done so since early 2017 where she holds a leading role on the Senior Executive Team as the Director of Strategy and Business Relations. Melanie's passion and drive to support organisations that align with her own is key to her success. Melanie continually drives diversity and change within the industry and has been a member of the Property Council of Australia since 2015 and currently sits on the PCA Diversity Committee (since 2018). She is a board member of CoreNet Global Australia (since 2018), a Board member of the Giants (GWS) Foundation and a Board member of the UNSW Foundation Board. Melanie is also a driving force of InterBuild, the first LGBTI + property group to raise awareness of related topics within the industry. A strong advocate for educating the younger generation, Melanie participates in mentoring through both formal and informal programmes and prides herself on her authentic and genuine communication style which is credited by her ability to build strong and lasting relationships. A winner of the 2019 NAWIC (National Association of Women in Construction) Crystal Vision Award for the advancements of Women and other diverse groups. Melanie continually aims to assist in driving diverse and inclusive initiatives for the property development and construction industry in areas of Women, LGBTI+, Reconciliation, Mental Health, Age and Culture and firmly believes progression and impactful change all starts and finishes with education. In this episode you will learn about:

• Following your own path
• Challenging conventional leadership
• Creating broader community impact
• Influencing business outcomes
• Authenticity in who you are

And more. Resources: http://www.growthbuilt.com.au Books: https://www.amazon.com.au/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808 Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn. Don't forget you can also join the free facebook community to discuss your journey in the building industry; https://www.facebook.com/groups/constructingyou/