Description

In this episode of the Modern Facilities Management Podcast, host Griffin Hamilton sits down with Michelle Sujka to discuss her journey into facilities management.

Michelle shares how relationship building, self-reflection, and embracing discomfort have shaped her growth in a male-dominated field. She also highlights how COVID-19 offered a moment for personal and professional reset, and how her podcast, I’m Done Apologizing, empowers women to step into leadership with confidence.

Takeaways:

• Building strong relationships is foundational to success in facilities management.
• Self-reflection and vulnerability fuel personal growth.
• Networking and mentorship are essential career tools.
• Women should apply for roles even before they feel 100% qualified.
• Having allies and diverse perspectives strengthens the industry.

Chapters

00:00 – Introduction to Michelle Sujka
02:45 – Transition from Higher Education to Facilities Management
05:40 – The Power of Relationship Building
09:00 – Self-Reflection and Growth
11:50 – Empowerment Through Podcasting
15:00 – Women in a Male-Dominated Industry
18:00 – COVID-19 as a Moment for Reset