Episode 59 with Hayley Andrews, Hard Hats to Heels

Hayley Andrews has never done things the conventional way.

From selling duty-free cigarettes as a child and collecting qualifications in everything from football coaching to beauty therapy, to becoming one of the UK’s most respected property entrepreneurs, her journey is anything but ordinary.

In this episode, Hayley shares how years of battling a male-dominated industry—including not being taken seriously, verbal abuse, physical assault and even being locked inside a property—became the catalyst for creating Hard Hats to Heels.

Today, the community hosts 26 events every month across the UK, is preparing to go global, and is connecting thousands of people across the property industry. And despite the name, the mission has never been about excluding men—it’s about creating better opportunities, stronger relationships and a more inclusive industry.

We also talk entrepreneurship, listed buildings, construction, industry awards, family influences, and why Hayley believes backing yourself is the biggest investment you’ll ever make.

This is a conversation about resilience, ambition and building something far bigger than a business.