Women In Steel Toes

Today we talk to Cynthia O'neill from LeadHER Alliance about how female mentorship through male-dominated fields can help women grow in their careers, find support, and be able to navigate day-to-day work life. This episode is sponsored by PCL Construction Ottawa.

In this episode, we talk to Jaimey Fulford about what it's like being a powerline technician and how she got into the industry. Hear about how Jaimey was influenced by her mother, a cabinet maker, to not be afraid to try anything and how she took advantage of high school programs here in Ontario to help guide her career choices.

Feeling overwhelmed, like there are a million and one things to do but no time to do them? In today's episode, we branch out some framework to help prioritize and organize your workflow.

A walkthrough of what it's like being a Health and Safety consultant (and no, it's not just getting you in trouble). In this episode, we talk with Sharon from Taylor'd Safety Services about what led her to a career in health and safety and why health and safety is important for everyone's job site.

Conor Kehoe tells us about OYAP, Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program, and how it helps high school students kick-start their careers.

Talking with Natalie from emPOWER - Women in Trades about how their program helps women get into the trades. Program available to Alberta residence. Check out this link for more details: http://www.empowerab.ca/register-now/

Talking with Jenn Wakefield about her career progression from Quality Control Technician to Project Manager/Estimator.

HR to Superintendent! Find out how Michelle makes the transition!

Talking with Amanda Borba about her career in HVAC! Instagram: @badluckborba

Shannon Tymosko shares stories about her experience as an electrician and the advocacy work she's doing for women in construction with OYAP, The Resistor Sisters and KickAss Careers!

Talking electrical apprenticeships with Andie Davidson! Instagram: @andie.from.electrical Worth the listen: @deltasparkspod ft. @andie.from.electrical and @e.s.sparks

Changing careers with Darci Spireti, going from a career in marketing to an electrician! Instagram: @sparks_to_sparkles

Talking with Jamie (@thataussieoperatorgal on instagram) about becoming an operator in Australia.

Talking about setting boundaries and harassment with Jessica Coupland from Ontario Women in Trades.

Welcome to the first episode of WIST: Boots on the Ground! Today we're talking with Kristi Vankessel about how she worked her way from labourer to Operations Manager and how company culture has made her a loyal employee.