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Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionIt Was Never Just About Women: How Rethinking Leadership Changes EverythingWelcome to Rethinking Leadership in Construction. This is where we unpack what’s getting in the way of progress—and explore the ideas, people, and strategies that can actually move the industry forward. From workforce challenges to culture shifts, we’re here to spark the conversations that create real change.In this episode, Ambition Theory's CEO, Andrea Janzen, and Director of Marketing, Amanda Portinari, reveal why they've rebranded and shifted focus to transformational leadership for everyone in construction. What if the secret to overcoming industry challenges isn't pushing harder, but equipping every leader to inspire, collab...
2025-07-1037 min
Tactical EmpathyEmpowering Women in Construction Leadership with Andrea JanzenIn this conversation, Erin chats with Andrea Janzen they discuss Andrea’s leadership journey and the work of Ambition Theory, focusing on transformational leadership skills in the construction industry. Andrea emphasizes the importance of empathy, the barriers women face in leadership roles, and the differences between mentorship and sponsorship. The discussion also covers the 'above and below the line' model for leadership behavior and strategies for supporting team members' advancement.Today on Tactical Empathy:Empathy is crucial for effective leadership.Transformational leadership is collaborative and inclusive.Women often face barriers du...
2025-07-0725 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction TrailerWelcome to Rethinking Leadership in Construction. This is where we unpack what’s getting in the way of progress—and explore the ideas, people, and strategies that can actually move the industry forward. From workforce challenges to culture shifts, we’re here to spark the conversations that create real change.Join Ambition Theory's CEO, Andrea Janzen, and Director of Marketing, Amanda Portinari, reveal why they've rebranded and shifted focus to transformational leadership for everyone in construction. What if the secret to overcoming industry challenges isn't pushing harder, but equipping every leader to inspire, collaborate, and empowe...
2025-07-0400 min
Sparky LifeMentorship for Women does NOT Lead to Career Success in Construction with Andrea JanzenSend us a textThanks to our sponsor www.supplyhouse.com/t-m - the best place to pick up your construction supplies. In this eye-opening episode of The Sparky Life, Lia sits down with Andrea Janzen, founder and CEO of Ambition Theory, to discuss a groundbreaking revelation: mentorship may not be the key to career success as we’ve always believed.Join Lia and Andrea as they dive deep into the nuances of mentorship, particularly how it affects men and women differently in the workplace. Discover the concept of sponsorship versus mentorship, and lea...
2025-01-2355 min
Women in AEC: Wine After WorkBreaking Barriers in Construction: How Sponsorship Outranks Mentorship with Andrea JanzenIn this episode of Wine After Work, we dive deep into the critical topic of sponsorship versus mentorship and how it impacts women's careers in the construction industry. Andrea Janzen, Founder and CEO of Ambition Theory, shares valuable insights and data from the Building Better Report, highlighting the unique opportunities and challenges women face in this field. Key Discussion Points: Understanding the Difference: Andrea breaks down the concepts of mentorship and sponsorship, emphasizing that while mentorship offers advice and preparation, sponsorship provides the exposure and opportunities essential for career advancement. Real-World Insights: Drawing from her extensive...
2024-12-0438 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionThe exponential value of sponsorship with Sophie Noël-Pelletier and Brian WatkinsonIn this conversation, we reverse-engineered the behaviors and steps required to start a sponsorship relationship. We also discussed what was in it for Sophie (the protege), what was in it for Brian (the sponsor), and what the value was to Kiewit, the company where they both work.
If you want to learn how to start using sponsorship to advance your career, uplift others, and provide exponential value to your company, this episode is for you.
Highlights
How sponsorship creates value for a company.
What a Sponsorship - Protegé relat...
2024-07-1636 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionLife after the Great Resignation with Dr. Giovanna BrasfieldIn this episode, Dr. Giovanna Brasfield (Popularly known as Dr. G), the CEO and Principal Consultant at Brasfield Associates, discusses her journey in the construction industry, focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Dr. G is an award-winning diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) advocate and changemaker with over 18 years of experience in leadership consulting and DEI program development, training, education, and outreach for the construction industry and construction-related trades.
At Brassfield & Associates, she offers inclusive strategies for large infrastructure projects and supports employee resource groups with a keen focus on developing sustainable actions for employee engagement and...
2024-02-2146 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionWhen You Take Action - Big Things Can Happen with Beth TubbsIn this episode, Beth Tubbs, the Chief Fire Protection Engineer at ICC, shares her journey of growth, both personally and professionally, within the construction and engineering sectors.
She delves into the significance of building codes for public safety and energy efficiency, her role in developing these codes, and how she finds purpose in her work.
Beth also discusses the impact of attending an Ambition Theory workshop, which catalyzed her to take bold steps towards leadership within her organization and the Society of Fire Protection Engineers.
Her story is a testament to the power of...
2024-02-0926 min
Build Your PathFinding your sponsor as a woman in construction - Build Your Path Podcast with Andrea JanzenBeing a woman in construction is hard but SO rewarding, and Andrea has all the tips to finding your sponsor (hint: someone who will lift you up!) and thriving as a community. Let's start 2024 off right with this inspirational podcast episode with guest Andrea Janzen of Ambition Theory.
Let's dig in and Build Your Path!
Ambition Theory: https://ambitiontheory.com/
For more information on the Build Your Path series go to https://mccei.org/build-your-path/
Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation (MCCEI) is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to promoting, developing, and connecting career opportunities in the built environment. To...
2024-01-1831 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionSponsorship In Action: Real-Life Success Stories with Kathryn PayneIn this episode, Kathryn Payne, a Project Executive with LeChase Construction, shares her inspiring journey in the construction sector. Kathryn fell in love with the field early on at Clemson University, and her passion for problem-solving and creating has driven her career.
Sponsors have played a crucial role in Kathryn's growth, facilitating opportunities for her and others. She believes in investing in and empowering future leaders through sponsorship.
During our conversation, Kathryn delves into the launch and impact of the Employee Resource Group for Women at LeChase. This group actively works towards creating a more...
2023-12-1433 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionCreating A Legacy For Women In Construction With Doreen BartoldusDoreen Bartoldus is the past national president of the National Association of Women in Construction and one of the 2023 Construction Power 100 for New York City. She is a certified construction manager recognized by the Construction Management Association of America with the Champion Coins of Excellence award. Doreen is a trailblazer in the construction industry, someone who holds the door open for those coming behind her and has used her influence to make the industry better for the women coming up behind her.
Highlights
How to navigate an industry that wasn’t made for w...
2023-11-3052 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionBreaking The Glass Ceiling in Manufacturing with Kristin GraybillGetting more women into leadership roles is important for every industry but especially for manufacturing. The sector lags behind others in terms of representation, particularly in the C-Suite. What does it take to attract women to the industrial space? What can companies do to retain these women? What guidance do current women leaders have for the next generation to improve their chances for a successful career in manufacturing? Kristin Graybill shares the results of the Manufacturers Alliance Research report called In Her Own Words: Breaking The Glass Ceiling Is Good For Business.
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The real sto...
2023-10-1929 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionSponsorship in Action with Rachael FerreraSponsorship is one of the most powerful tools to advance women in the construction industry. Once you learn about this concept, it’s easy to want to implement it. But it isn’t always straightforward. There’s no sign-up sheet or 3-step plan; it’s a mutually beneficial relationship. Rachael Ferrera from Zachry Construction unpacks how sponsorship has shown up for her over her 15-year career - even though she couldn’t recognize it then. She shares how she’s intentionally leveraging these relationships and sponsoring the next generation of leaders.
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How sponsorshi...
2023-09-2133 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionHow Women Improve Project Outcomes with Dr. Tim TaylorThere’s a labor shortage in the construction industry today, which has started a trend of companies wanting to attract more women. While the motivation may have started with getting more people in the door, the truth is that women bring a ton of value to the industry. Today, much of this value is untapped and isn’t leveraged. Dr. Tim Taylor from the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) talks about the findings of their research report In her own words: improving project outcomes.
Highlights
The value that women bring...
2023-09-0742 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionSalary Is Not The Answer To Retaining The Best TalentIt's actually not all about the money. Well, salary might get women in the door. What they really want as they progress is a clear path to career advancement.
This episode is an excerpt from Ambition Theory and the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Building Better Report.
Highlights:
What women want when they are looking for career opportunities
Why women don’t advance at the same rate as the men they work with
What you can do to retain women at your company
L...
2023-08-2417 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionFrom Mentorship to Sponsorship: How A Mindset Shift Created a More Inclusive WorkplaceThe best way to start implementing sponsorship as a tool to advance women is to start by modeling sponsorship behaviors. Cultural transformation is really about behavior change, and all it takes is one person to start, and others will follow.
This episode is an excerpt from Ambition Theory and the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Building Better Report.
Highlights:
The mindset shift from mentorship to sponsorship
What sponsorship behavior looks like
The quick wins companies can get when they start implementing these behaviors
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2023-08-1006 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionGroup Coaching Vs. One-On-One: How To Decide Which Style Is Right For You Or Your Team MembersInvesting in your women employees' leadership development is an excellent retention tool. But knowing what kind of training you should invest in can get overwhelming.
Andrea Janzen reads a Forbes Coaches Council article in this episode to show you the difference between 1:1 and group coaching.
Highlights:
The difference between coaching and traditional leadership training
The outcomes you can expect when you invest in coaching
How to set up employees for success in a coaching program
Links:
Download the Building Better Report https://ambitiont...
2023-07-2609 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionHow To Motivate Your Employees With A Simple QuestionTransactional leadership involves providing direction, giving praise, and offering critical feedback. On the other hand, transformational leadership involves sharing a vision and inspiring people to contribute to that vision. In the construction industry, you need to leverage both styles of leadership.
Andrea Janzen reads a Forbes Coaches Council article in this episode to show you how to leverage your transformational leadership skills to motivate your team.
Highlights:
Why do employees not take initiative
The difference between internal and external motivations
How to leverage your employees' internal motiva...
2023-07-1308 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionHow To Begin Implementing Sponsorship At Your CompanyIn 2019, Andrea Janzen wrote a series of articles in the Forbes Coaches Council about the difference between sponsorship and mentorship. The hypothesis then was that sponsorship, not mentorship, would become the answer to advancing women in the construction industry. Fast forward to today, and Ambition Theory and the National Center for Construction Education and Research have quantitative research that validates this. In this episode, Andrea Janzen shares how you can start implementing sponsorship at your company.
Highlights:
The difference between sponsorship and mentorship
How to build a sponsorship culture
Why sponsorship needs...
2023-06-2907 min
Boiling Point PodcastAndrea Janzen: Empowering Women in LeadershipCo-hosts Emily and Dave are joined by Andrea Janzen, Founder and CEO of Ambition Theory. Andrea's company seeks to address the lack of female role models and managers in the construction industry, a reality faced by 72% of women in the field. Their mission is to inspire change by creating visible examples of women in leadership positions. During the episode, the conversation covers a range of topics. They discuss the power of niching down and the resistance people often face when narrowing their focus. Imposter syndrome and the fear of scarcity are explored, shedding light on t...
2023-06-2847 minThe Boiling PointAndrea Janzen: Empowering Women in LeadershipCo-hosts Emily and Dave are joined by Andrea Janzen, Founder and CEO of Ambition Theory. Andrea's company seeks to address the lack of female role models and managers in the construction industry, a reality faced by 72% of women in the field. Their mission is to inspire change by creating visible examples of women in leadership positions. During the episode, the conversation covers a range of topics. They discuss the power of niching down and the resistance people often face when narrowing their focus. Imposter syndrome and the fear of scarcity are explored, shedding light on t...
2023-06-2847 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionWhy Sponsorship (Not Mentorship) is the AnswerIn 2019, Andrea Janzen wrote an article in the Forbes Coaches Council about the difference between sponsorship and mentorship. The hypothesis then was that sponsorship, not mentorship, would become the answer to advancing women in the construction industry. Fast forward to today, and Ambition Theory and the National Center for Construction Education and Research have quantitative research that shows that sponsorship happens half as often as mentorship for women in construction. In this episode, Andrea Janzen reads the original article about where this idea came from.
You can learn more about our quantitative research report by going to b...
2023-06-1506 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionMultipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter With Liz WisemanLiz Wiseman is a New York Times bestselling author and executive advisor. Her books include Multipliers, The Multiplier Effect, Rookie Smarts, and Impact Players. She is the Founder of the Wiseman Group and a leading global authority on leadership.
Highlights
What a multiplier is and how they make everyone smarter
What a diminisher is and how to manage our accidental diminisher behaviors like being a rescuer or a big idea person
What to do when your leadership style is different than everyone else in your company
Lin...
2023-06-0142 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionHow Women Rise to Leadership in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Industry with Dr. Paul HickeyDr. Paul Hickey studies gender diversity in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction leadership. Paul studies women’s industry representation and identifies methods to improve diversity.
Highlights:
What Linked In tells us about the path to leadership for women.
Women face greater obstacles than their male counterparts in career advancement.
Women’s path requires extra rungs on the corporate ladder, more frequent job changes, and a greater accumulation of education and connections.
Links:
Watch the full recording: How Men And Women Can Create Opportunities Together https://ambitionth...
2023-05-1851 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionWhat Women Want: How to Build a Workplace Where Women Can Thrive with Tim TaylorAmbition Theory partnered with the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) on Building Better: Women In Construction Study. Many Women In Construction initiatives celebrate the contributions of women in the industry, which is important. This session aims to take things a step further–we’re focused on ways to take action and drive real change. Tim Taylor, the Director of Research for NCCER dives into the results of the study.
Highlights
Explore and examine the results of our study
Hear the experiences of real women working in construction
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2023-05-0439 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionThe Human Side Of Construction With Angelo SuntresAngelo Suntres is the author of the book The Human Side Of Construction. He has represented both contractors and owners and understands the struggles from both sides of the fence. Angelo believes that focusing on the human principles of connection, including effective communication and fostering healthy relationships, is a critical part of ensuring a successful future for the construction industry.
Highlights:
Why relationships matter in the construction industry and how to build them.
Transactional vs. transformational leadership behaviours and how this links to business success.
The generational gap in...
2023-04-2038 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionWhen Culture Is Your Strategy With Jerry NaranjoJerry Naranjo, the CEO of Naranjo Civil Constructors, is a passionate, engaging, innovative, and heart-centered business leader with over 30 years of experience. He has been a pioneer in the civil construction industry in Colorado, leading his firm to build some of the state’s most iconic and innovative river restoration projects. Jerry is a trusted advisor to employees, and clients alike, guiding them with insights on business matters, scaling, operations, organizational management, visionary leadership, and relentless execution. His unique roadmap to success is based in positivity, authentic relationships, and replacing goals with actions.
Highlights:
Why com...
2023-04-0639 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionWhen The Safety Vest Fits With Kat Von Kamrath and Laura BeneteauKat Von Kamrath and Laura Beneteau have worked in the construction industry for about ten years. A couple of years ago, each of their company’s employee resource groups discussed how standard-issue safety vests don’t fit women’s bodies very well. Kat is in the US, and Laura is in Canada, and they both brought this issue up with senior management and got the go-ahead to order some new vests. It turned out that it wasn’t that straightforward.
Highlights:
The importance of having personal protective equipment that fits.
The impact...
2023-03-2335 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionHow To Attract And Retain Gen Y & Z With Kathryn HartKathryn Hart guides others to pursue fulfilling and intentional career paths within the architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. As founder and host at Space to Build, she advises others on navigating their roles on and off-site, leads community discussions on the real questions women have in our industry, and shares honest dialogue with women in roles across the industry.
Highlights:
The value that younger millennials and Gen Z bring to the construction industry.
How you can connect and build relationships in unconventional ways.
The unfortunate truth is that women don’t always support other women.
...
2023-03-0948 min
The Builders' TableThe Builders’ Table Podcast Ep. 23: Andrea JanzenAndrea Janzen, founder and CEO of Ambition Theory, joins The Builders' Table Podcast to talk about being a professional development coach for women and how women can become leaders in the construction industry.
2023-03-0633 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionMothers In Construction With Tonia RiversTonia Rivers is a military spouse and mother of three with seventeen years of experience in the construction industry. She is the founder and executive director of the nonprofit Mothers in Construction, which is committed to elevating the voice of mothers in the industry. Tonia is also the owner and president of WLS Construction Consultants LLC, a construction consulting firm that provides mentorship and training to young professionals and small and disadvantaged business entities.
Highlights:
The challenges of being a mother in the construction industry.
How companies can accommodate working mothers.
The unique skills that mothers...
2023-02-2346 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionHow To Build and Lead an Unconventional Team With Marius TawembeMarius Tawembe is a strategic, charismatic, and results-driven construction management professional with a proven ability to build strong, effective teams and inspire people to be better and make a difference.
Highlights:
Marius’s strategy for building and developing high-performing teams and the skills he looks for when hiring.
How to leverage people's strengths beyond their technical abilities.
Why emotional intelligence is the skill you need to develop if you want to rise to a leadership role.
Links:
Watch the full recording: How Men And Women Can Create Opportunities Together https://ambitiontheory.com/together/
Book a...
2023-02-0931 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionJuno Jones: Supporting Gender Equity By Making Shoes That FitEmily Soloby, the founder of Juno Jones, has been on a mission to help women from the beginning of her career. In 2009, she and her husband Ryan took over a small truck and heavy equipment safety training firm, which she has helped grow into a national business. During her years there, she noticed the footwear problem—there wasn’t any! Determined to create safety boots that she’d actually want to wear, Emily assembled a powerhouse team of designers, consultants, and industry experts to bring Juno Jones to life.
Highlights:
Why having shoes that fit is import...
2023-01-2628 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionBuilding A Safety Culture With Myrna Layton And Chelcea DriscollMyrna Layton and Chelcea Driscoll are both safety professionals who participated in Ambition Theory’s Leadership Accelerator Program. In this conversation, we talk about the difference between enforcing safety and building a safety culture.
Highlights:
Using influence over enforcement to promote a safety culture.
Why networking and relationship building is important and how to get started.
What can happen when you get out of your comfort zone.
Focusing on transformational leadership abilities can help you stand out and get noticed.
Links:
Watch the full recording: How Men And Women Can Create Opportunities Together https://am...
2023-01-1226 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionWhat It’s Like To Be ‘The Only’ With Kathryn CoulterKathryn Coulter works as a control specialist on new installations and upgrades of automation equipment. She was the only woman in her department for many years, but that has recently changed.
Highlights:
The challenges Kathryn faced when pursuing an apprenticeship straight out of high school.
How persevering and not giving up on her dream led to her eventually becoming an electrician and even better opportunities for career advancement
Why relationships matter
What it means to be a leader
What it was like for her to have a woman manager after 15 years of being the only woman...
2022-12-2933 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionHow Men Can Be Better Allies For Women With Brad Johnson And David SmithWhenever we speak to men who want to be better allies in the workplace, they’re often unsure about what they can do to help. David Smith and Brad Johnson are the co-authors of the books Athena Rising: How And Why Men Should Mentor Women and Good Guys: How Men Can Be Better Allies For Women In The Workplace.
Highlights:
The barriers women face on the path to leadership include the double bind and the prove-it-again bias.
Why sponsorship is one of the best tools for allies and how to start sponsoring women to...
2022-12-1556 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionWhen Women Support Other WomenAlmost half of women in the construction industry have never had a woman role model or manager. They’ve never seen a real-life example of a woman in a leadership position in their company. Ambition Theory wants to change this. In our Leadership Foundations Program, we invite past participants to share how they’ve applied their learnings and the results that they’ve got for their companies. Simona Nicolescu, Jennifer Cross, and Cheryl Philibert joined us in June of 2022 to share their leadership journeys.
Highlights:
The impact on organizational culture is when a company invests in their...
2022-12-0150 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionPart 3: How To Make Your Company's Culture More Inclusive. Steps That Individuals And Companies Can Take To Accelerate The Path To Leadership For Women."I didn't believe it."
This is the feedback a male executive at a large construction company shared with us after attending an Ambition Theory workshop last March.
But, after asking just a few women he worked with, he quickly realized their experience aligned with what he learned in the presentation.
His company had invested heavily in recruiting and hiring women and developed a mentorship program and an employee resource group. However, women still weren't advancing at the same rate as men.
He finally understood why. The women's leadership experience was entirely...
2022-11-1732 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionPart 2: Why Sponsorship (Not Mentorship) Is The Answer To Accelerating The Path To Leadership."I didn't believe it."
This is the feedback a male executive at a large construction company shared with us after attending an Ambition Theory workshop last March.
But, after asking just a few women he worked with, he quickly realized their experience aligned with what he learned in the presentation.
His company had invested heavily in recruiting and hiring women and developed a mentorship program and an employee resource group. However, women still weren't advancing at the same rate as men.
He finally understood why. The women's leadership experience was entirely...
2022-11-0347 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionPart 1: How Men And Women Can Create Opportunities Together"I didn't believe it."
This is the feedback a male executive at a large construction company shared with us after attending an Ambition Theory workshop last March.
But, after asking just a few women he worked with, he quickly realized their experience aligned with what he learned in the presentation.
His company had invested heavily in recruiting and hiring women, and developed a mentorship program and an employee resource group, but women still weren't advancing at the same rate as men.
He finally understood why. The women's leadership experience was entirely...
2022-10-2037 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionOrganizational Culture In The Construction Industry With Alexis ClarkAlexis Clark is the Anchor Business Unit Manager at Hilti North America and is extremely passionate about her work. We talked about the distinct culture at Hilti and what happens when you are a fit and when you aren’t. We also discussed what demonstrating courage in the workplace looks like and how it can lead to exponential growth for companies and your career.
Highlights:
- What onboarding for culture looks like at Hilti.
- What it looks like to be courageous at work.
- Finding a company with the right cultur...
2022-10-0627 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionWhen Women Run The Family Construction Business with Heather and Sarah CruickshanksHeather and Sarah Cruickshanks are a mother-daughter team who runs L.E. Cruickshanks Sheet Metal. They both started their careers in different industries and are now leaders in the construction industry in Atlantic Canada.
Highlights
- The benefits and challenges of running a family business.
- How their company started as a backyard operation and grew to a multimillion-dollar operation by leveraging a transformational leadership approach.
- How to transition into the construction industry mid-career.
Links:
- Free Report: Imposter Syndrome, If You...
2022-09-2235 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionThe Required Skills To Lead In The Construction IndustryMichael Riegel is the author of the book Build Like The Big Primes, a coach and trainer focused on leadership development in the construction industry.
Highlights
The skills required to lead in the construction industry today.
Some of the differences between how men and women lead.
The difference between coaching and training and how they deliver value to the industry.
Links
Free Report: Imposter Syndrome, If You’re a Woman in Construction, It’s Not All in Your Head http://ambitiontheory.ca/imposter/
Watch the Webinar: Gold Seal Certification And Women in Construction https://ambi...
2022-09-0839 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionHow To Retain Top Talent In The Construction Industry with Susan McCutchan and Nadia FratantonioThe priority for most construction companies today is retention. Susan McCutchan and Nadia Fratantonio from Pomerleau Construction talked about how the transformational approach to leadership is an extremely effective way to attract and retain top talent. It encourages people to be authentic at work, and it allows you to uncover talents on your team. It makes people want to work with you and stay at the company.
Highlights:
How to leverage people's unconventional talents to bring more value to your team.
Why cultural fit is more important than technical skills if you want to attract and r...
2022-08-2536 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionWhy Women’s Leadership Initiatives Should Start At The Top With Brad KohlBrad Kohl is the President and CEO of Lafarge Western Canada. Lafarge is Canada's largest provider of sustainable construction materials and a member of the global group Holcim.
Highlights:
Lafarge's strategy to promote women internally to grow and excel within the company.
The barriers that women face when entering the construction industry.
How to shift your mindset to lead change in your company.
Why we can't rely on the past to predict the future.
Why Lafarge's women in leadership initiatives are always on the executive team's agenda.
Links:
Free Report: Imposter Syndrome, If You’re...
2022-07-2829 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionTransformational leadership leads to growth in the construction industryYears of experience and technical knowledge are highly valued in the construction industry, and today we share a different perspective. Phil Diochon and Jill Tremblay from Verge Technologies talk about how they learned about the industry and grew the company by relying on their transformational leadership skills.
Highlights
How you can learn about the industry quickly.
They are leveraging communication to build morale and strengthen relationships with their clients.
Having confidence in your leadership abilities can help you figure out any challenge.
Links:
Free Report: Imposter Syndrome, If You’re a Woman in Construction, It...
2022-07-1447 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionUsing your voice and overcoming imposter syndrome with Lisa Fougere and Laura HynesLisa Fougere and Laura Hynes from Lindsay Construction took part in the first cohort of our leadership accelerator for women in construction. They shared what it was like to take this program, how they could implement what they learned, and its impact on their company.
I want to say thank you so much to Lisa and Laura for getting out of their comfort zones and coming on the podcast.
Highlights
Overcoming imposter syndrome
How to use your voice to bring value to your company
Why delegating tasks that you’re really good at is wh...
2022-06-1646 min
HAZARD GIRLSSn. 4, #8 Andrea Janzen: The Ambition TheoryKnowing what drives your ambition is a key aspect of what motivates you to keep going! Without figuring that out for yourself first, you’re much more likely to give up on goals. Our guest on today’s episode of Hazard Girls is Andrea Janzen. She is the founder of Ambition Theory, a professional coaching and leadership development company focused on accelerating women in the construction industry into leadership positions. She is a certified executive coach with an MBA and the host of the Ambition Theory Podcast. Andrea is passionate about coaching women in the construction industry to develop them...
2022-06-0738 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionThe secret to exponential career growth in the construction industry with Jennifer CrossJennifer Cross shares what it’s like when you take 1:1 coaching with Ambition Theory. During her coaching program, Jennifer successfully transitioned into the commercial construction industry. For her the secret to exponential growth started by answering the question what drives your ambition and finding a company that aligns with her personal values.
We talked about the future of work and how a new perspective on ‘going back to the office’ can change the way we view construction projects.
Highlights
- Why Jennifer decided to enter the commercial construction industry 25 years into her career.
...
2022-06-0244 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionHow To Engineer Your Success As A Mother With Kinia RomanowskaKinia Romanowska is the founder of Pros and Babes. As a strategic advisor to moms in competitive, corporate, high-stress, and STEM careers, Kinia helps people navigate the pressures of growing successful careers and families.
Highlights:
● What matrescence is and how it impacts careers, especially in construction.
● How we can harness guilt to serve career decisions.
● What successful women decide before taking leave so that their careers do not stall.
● Why companies should look to integrate personal and professional resources.
Links:
● Free Report: Imposter Syndrome – If You’re a Wom...
2022-04-1450 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionHow to make decisions in a dual career familyBoth parents are in leadership roles; they love their careers, have kids, and have a strong marriage. You’ve probably seen people like this and wonder how they do it all. In this episode, we interviewed Dr. Vanessa and Pat Sweet, who have been redefining gender roles as professionals and parents since they started dating in university.
This was recorded live as part of our 2021 International Women’s Day series called Rising to the Challenge: Taking on the social norms and stereotypes that impede careers and business.
Highlights
● Pat and Vanessa shared the proces...
2022-03-3142 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionBuilding Trust in the Construction IndustryNatalie Doyle Oldfield is on a mission to help business owners and leaders grow their companies by building trusting relationships with customers and colleagues.
Natalie works with leaders, project managers, technical professionals to build relationships that solve problems, build businesses, and earn higher revenues. Natalie’s book: The Power of Trust, How Companies Build, Manage, and Protect It helps leaders understand the fundamentals of building relational skills. In addition, Natalie is the founder of Success Through Trust, an education and consulting company for business owners.
Highlights:
● How to gauge trust levels
● What t...
2022-03-1739 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionWomen Have What The Construction Industry NeedsJennifer Sproul is President of the Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation(MCCEI). She sees women as the answer to the construction industry’s need for talent, and she is working to connect the industry with educational, governmental, and nonprofit agencies. Her vision is to create an abundant pipeline of diverse people eager to work in the construction industry.
Highlights:
● How to know when to take the next right step
● What terror tells us
● How networking expands our influence exponentially
● Why coaching is transformative
Links:
● Free R...
2022-03-0331 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionCareer Diversity Key to Addressing Talent ShortageLisa Laronde, president of Powell Contracting, didn’t start working in the construction industry or become president the same way peers have. Lisa teases out how to launch into higher positions while making the world a better place. Through personal experience, Lisa shows how transformational leadership created exponential growth in each company division soon after she took leadership.
Highlights:
How to choose between jobs and industries
What to do when shifting from administration to operations roles
How networking shifts influence to vault careers and revenue
Why curiosity and listening are more powerful than expertise in the co...
2022-02-1750 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionConstruction is beautiful with Nadine SpeirsNadine Speirs is the owner of Metal Depot a supplier of metal roofing and wall panels as well as a full-service custom fabrication shop in Winnipeg Manitoba. The majority of the team is female and there is very little employee turnover at the company. Her competitors often give her referrals because Metal Depot’s products and services are just that good. In this episode Nadine shares:
- How she unintentionally built an all-female team.
- Why focusing on beautiful products allows her company to stand out from competitors.
- How she’s built a cu...
2022-02-0343 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionHow to be your authentic self in the construction industry with Sandra BensonSandra Benson is Global Head of Industry Transformation at Procore Technologies and on the board of The National Institute of Building Sciences. She got here, by being her authentic self. In this episode Sandra shares:
- How she made the decision to leave her role as the Worldwide Head of Engineering, Construction and Real Estate at Amazon Web Services.
- Why she believes sponsorship is more powerful than mentorship.
- How being her authentic self led to incredible opportunities to influence the construction industry as a whole.
Procore Technologies: www.procore...
2022-01-2045 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionTransformational Leadership Part 2 : Mentorship vs. SponsorshipThe construction industry is booming, but there aren’t enough skilled professionals to do all of the work. In this episode, we explore the difference between mentorship (giving advice) and sponsorship (giving opportunities) and why mentorship programs don’t actually accelerate women into leadership positions in the construction industry. Learn what to do instead if you want to fully leverage the existing female talent in your company.
https://hbr.org/2007/09/women-and-the-labyrinth-of-leadership
https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/2019/09/09/women-stop-asking-for-career-advice-and-do-this-instead/?sh=7db0bbf217c8
THE AMBITION THEORY: WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION
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2021-12-2322 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionTransformational Leadership Part 1: Why the industry needs this skillsetThe construction industry is booming, but there aren’t enough skilled professionals to do all of the work. This episode explores the difference between transactional and transformational leadership models. Why the construction industry needs more transformational leaders and why the current system fails to develop these skills.
McKinsey Lean In Women in the Workplace Report https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/diversity-and-inclusion/women-in-the-workplace
Women and the Labyrinth of Leadership HBR Article https://hbr.org/2007/09/women-and-the-labyrinth-of-leadership
Stephanie Slocum - https://www.sheengineersbook.com/discover
Jeffery Tobias Halter - https://www.amazon.com/WHY-WOMEN-Leadership-Imperative-Advancing/dp...
2021-12-0923 min
Biblical WorldThe Maccabees and Hasmonean Expansion into Galilee - Andrea BerlinEpisode: In this episode Chris and Kyle speak with Andrea Berlin about the Hasmonean expansion in the Galilee. The bigger historical picture is discussed, along with how to integrate text and archaeology. Andrea speaks about her work at Tel Anafa and Tel Qedesh and how the results at these two sites have helped to illuminate the “Galilee of the Nations” in the Hellenistic and Roman periods.
Guest: Andrea Berlin (James R. Wiseman Chair in Classical Archaeology, Professor of Archaeology and Religion, Boston University). See her recent book, The Middle Maccabees: Archaeology, History, and the Rise of the Hasm...
2021-11-301h 09
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionFrom Admin to CEO: A Journey Through ConstructionJennifer Todd is the founder and president of LMS General Contractors, she’s been featured on the cover of Construction Business Owner Magazine, was the Engineering News Records Top 25 Newsmakers of 2020 and one of ENR’s top 20 under 40.
During this interactive live podcast, Jennifer shared:
● How she entered the construction industry as an admin assistant and rose through the ranks to become a CEO.
● Why building relationships is just as important as managing projects in the construction industry.
● How to overcome challenges and setbacks in your career.
● How women can get star...
2021-11-2542 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionHow men are learning to be allies for women in constructionThe YWCA Change Project has developed Gender Inclusion training to support male leaders in the trades. During this interactive live podcast, you will learn:
● Why trying to change women is not the answer, and why we need to shift culture instead.
● How the YWCA came up with a curriculum focusing on male supervisors as a means to make the industry more inclusive to women.
● What employers can do to support leaders to make their teams more inclusive.
This interview includes 3 different perspectives:
Participant: Jeremy Tucker, Operations Superintendent, Lindsay Construction
...
2021-11-111h 02
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionEmpowering contractors to make more money with Ashley KielbratowskiAshley Kielbratowski is the co-founder and Chief Growth Officer at Harbr, a construction tech company that greatly improves source data collection for fast and accurate invoice approvals.
Harbr was founded in 2016 their clients and partners include CBRE, Paul Davis, Golf Town, Killam REIT, Foresight Atlantic, MacInnes Cooper, and the NSLC.
Ashley shares:
- How she became a founder in the construction tech space.
- Why trust and transparency are important in the construction process and how Harbr has automated this.
- How Harbr is using text messages to empower...
2021-10-2828 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionReina, the first all-female condo development with Mara NicolaouMara is the Director of Design and Construction at Urban Capital Property Group, the company behind Reina Condos, the first all-female development in Canada.
Mara shares:
How a Toronto Life magazine article called ‘Condo Kings’ inspired the idea for Reina.
What’s different from being the only woman on the team to working as part of an all-female team in real estate and construction.
What she thinks is going to happen with the culture on site when construction begins.
Reina Condos: https://www.reinacondos.com/
Urban Capital: www.urbancapital.ca
Connect with M...
2021-10-1426 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionBusiness Development in Construction with Annette LindyAnnette Lindy started her career as an Architect in Berlin at the same time as the wall came down. Before finding her dream job in business development, she worked as an architect in Europe and Canada. Annette shares:
How she merges beauty + connecting with people in her job every day.
What to do when you’ve accomplished all of the right things in your career but still feel miserable.
How to be brave and take risks in your career.
How the business development and sales cycle works in architectural products
Learn about Sound Solutions: https://www.soundsolutions.ca...
2021-09-3040 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionSelf-Advocacy Strategies for Women in ConstructionStephanie is the author of She Engineers: Outsmart Bias, Unlock Your Potential and Create the Engineering Career of Your Dreams. She coaches women in STEM to have career success on your own terms. We talked about the opportunities women in construction have available to them right now and how to position yourself for your next big role. Stephanies shared tactical strategies for self-advocating even if you're an introvert and don't like talking about yourself.
Connect with Stephanie on linked in https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanieslocumpe/
Stephanie's website https://www.engineersrising.com/
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2021-09-2350 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction42. How to be strategic in your jobMichael Ferrabee says that it's everyone's job to be strategic. In this episode, we talk about what it was like to work for the first female prime minister in Canada and Michael shares 3 tips that you can use to be strategic in your job no matter what level you are at in your company.
Connect with Michael on linked in https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-ferrabee-13509631/?originalSubdomain=ca
Strategic Rebellion: https://www.strategicrebellion.com/
Ambition Theory https://ambitiontheory.ca/
2021-08-1649 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction41. The difference between sponsorship and mentorshipWe're explaining the difference between mentorship and sponsorship and how men are mentored differently than women.
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2021-08-0506 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction40. Why technical expertise does not equal great leadership with Phil JewellPhil Jewell says you don’t have to master technical skills to be a great leader. Phil shares stories of how he was able to lead teams where he had zero knowledge of his team members’ technical work - he was even the leader of a bomb squad. We talk about servant leadership and how serving your team instead of teaching them what to do is the actual definition of leadership.
We have some exciting announcements coming soon from Ambition Theory, so make sure you subscribe to our newsletter, so you don’t miss out. Go to ambiti...
2021-07-2946 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction39. How to Reduce Burnout with Michelle WaxMichelle Wax, the founder of The American Happiness Project, shares strategies to reduce burnout, make managing conflict easier and make you an overall happier person. These are simple and take only minutes each day to implement. Learn how to take control of your morning, manage stress at work and add more joy to your personal and professional life.
The American Happiness Project Website https://american-happiness.com/
Connect with Michelle on linked in https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellewax/
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2021-07-2234 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction38. Build mental strength like a marathon runnerLearn how to build mental strength from Marathon runners Christy Pound and Leah Rimmer.
Apply these tools to your career so that you can achieve what you want even when it feels like the odds are stacked against you.
In this live recording of The Ambition Theory Podcast, you will meet Christy Pound and Leah Rimmer, marathon runners and partners at large law firms. They’ll be sharing:
How to pivot quickly when someone or something blocks your success
Why leveraging relationships is the key to getting what you want.
How to ap...
2021-07-1539 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction37. Ask this instead of 'What do you want to be when you grow up?' with Emily RodgerHave you ever been given an expectation of what you should be striving for in your career?
A few weeks ago, inside the Ambition Theory Membership, we hosted our first event for adults and kids, and it was a huge success.
Hosted by our member Emily Rodger - a leadership coach and world champion cyclist who rode a bike for the first time at age 27. When people told her she was too old to become an elite athlete, she defied their expectations and travelled worldwide, winning races.
We unpacked the question ‘What do you...
2021-05-2629 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction37. The Crucial Conversation Every Dual-Career Couple Needs to HaveIf you’re a woman, you are probably looking for ways to manage your family’s needs without sacrificing your career. Unfortunately, in Canada and elsewhere, studies tell us it isn't going well. In this episode, Andrea Janzen is reading her latest Forbes Article about the conversation you need to have with your partner so that no one's career gets left behind.
The Ambition Theory Community is our brand new monthly membership program that supports leaders worldwide to advance their leadership capacity. To join the community, go to https://ambitiontheory.ca
2021-05-1307 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction36. How to Stop Apologizing with Anouk MalavoySorry I have to say something. Sorry I have to leave early. In our society today, we apologize way too often. Anouk Malavoy believes we should never apologize for who we are. In this episode, Anouk Malavoy, the Vice President of Business Development at Astley Gilbert, shares her story of how she was able to stop apologizing and how it accelerated her career and leadership growth. This is a conversation about bringing your whole self to work and not apologizing for the multiple areas of your life.
Connect with Anouk on linked in https://www.linkedin.com...
2021-04-3032 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction35. Unconventional Negotiation Techniques to get what you want with Fotini IconomopoulosFotini shares her simple and innovative strategies, debunks common negotiation myths and explains why effective negotiation does not follow a one-size-fits-all approach.
Fotini is the author of the book Say less Get More Unconventional Negotiation Techniques to get what you want.
This is the second time Fotini has been on the podcast. Multiple listeners have used the techniques from her first interview to negotiate higher salaries and make better deals for their companies.
Connect with Fotini here https://fotiniicon.com/
Get her book here https://www.amazon.ca/Say-Less-Get-More-Unconventional/dp/1443459526
2021-04-1642 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction34. Don't give up on your dream: becoming an Astronaut with Dr. Mindy HowardDr. Mindy Howard knew she wanted to be an astronaut when she was a little girl, but the path is never a straight line. In this episode, Dr. Mindy Howard and I talk about how an opportunity at the age of 45 allowed her to pursue her childhood dream. When most people were coasting along in their careers, she took the opportunity to become a commercial astronaut. This is a story of resilience and not giving up on your dreams. Mindy shares strategies to train our minds like an astronaut and use these techniques to achieve our goals here on...
2021-04-0835 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction33. The business case for Diversity and Inclusion with The GlenlivetDiversity and inclusion initiatives that are motivated because it’s the right thing to do - isn’t a strong enough motivation. There needs to be more. It needs to drive revenue or profit, or it’s not going to be worth the effort.
Aoife Lyons and Maritza Noriega from The Glenlivet share the business case and the reasons they took this global single malt scotch brand and are making it more inclusive so that everyone can enjoy it. The best part about this story is that it drives revenue growth for the brand and helps them stand o...
2021-04-0140 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction32. How to become a Power Couple with Dr. Vanessa and Pat SweetBoth parents are in leadership roles; they love their careers, have kids, and have a strong marriage. You’ve probably seen people like this and wonder how they do it all. In this episode, we interviewed Dr. Vanessa and Pat Sweet, who have been redefining gender roles as professionals and parents since they started dating in university.
They shared the process that allowed them to both rise to leadership while navigating multiple moves. The biggest takeaway from this interview: when you’re aligned personally, you can rise faster professionally. This was recorded live as part of our Inter...
2021-03-2541 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction30. Mental Health: Why self-care isn't enough with Olethea PimentaPre-pandemic, you were responsible for taking charge of your mental health in the workplace. But as the pandemic continues this approach might be a little outdated and risky for your team. As a leader, mental health should be a priority. But how can you effectively empower your team when it comes to individual mental health? This episode was recorded live inside The Ambition Theory Community. Registered Psychotherapist Olethea Pimenta teaches us that self-care and meditation aren’t enough. If you really want yourself and your team to get through these tough times you need to look at systems outside of...
2021-02-2837 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction27. Building The Capacity to Fail Safely in Your OrganizationFailure is a normal part of the road to success. Some of the best ideas or improvements are the result of a previous failure. But failure is scary, and we often avoid talking about it. This avoidance can cause you and your organization to avoid taking risks and miss out on opportunities. In this live episode, Michael Hartley, CEO of Minetell, walks us through a concept called The Capacity to Fail Safely. Learn how to implement systems that can take a brittle organization and transform it into a resilient one.
Connect with Michael on linked in https://w...
2021-02-0837 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction26. How to Build a Culture of A-PlayersHave you ever wondered what it would be like to work at a company where everyone was an A player? Everyone was motivated, hard working and by just being around these people it held you to a higher standard. You became more motivated yourself, you produced more, and you loved every minute of it.
This is what it’s like to work at Platform Insurance. In this episode, Scott Beitel the Chief Operating Officer reveals how they built this amazing culture.
Connect with Scott on linked in https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottbeitel/
Lea...
2021-01-2835 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction25. The key to being productive at work with Pat SweetDo you feel like your workday is never-ending? Do you feel like you’re not being as productive as you should be? In this episode Pat Sweet shares strategies on how to manage your to-do list every week, how to say no to things that aren’t aligned with your goals and how to overcome distractions. At the end of the episode, he shares one simple action that you can take today that is guaranteed to make tomorrow more productive for you.
Connect with Pat Sweet on the Engineering and Leadership Website https://www.engineeringandleadership.com/
The...
2021-01-2139 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction24. Setting Hard Boundaries Can Hold Your Career Back: Here's What To Do InsteadYou've probably been told to set boundaries. But here’s the thing, setting hard boundaries can actually hold you back from getting ahead in your career. Because sometimes, the best opportunities are outside of your job description, or they happen after 5 PM. In today’s episode, I’m reading my latest Forbes article on what to do instead so that you can take on strategic opportunities and influence others without getting burned out.
There’s a big misconception about leadership out there. Which is that skills and experience make a great leader. That saying yes to everything will give...
2021-01-1407 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction23. How to get yourself noticed at workHave you ever heard the saying "The only thing hard work gets you is more hard work?" It's easy to focus on tasks that produce a large volume of output. But unfortunately, keeping your head down producing results, even if it is part of your job description, isn't actually going to get you ahead.
I’m reading my latest Forbes article called How to get yourself noticed at work. So that you can build your influence and move your career forward.
The Ambition Theory Community is our brand new monthly membership program that supports leaders all...
2021-01-0707 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction22. How to motivate your employees by asking one questionWhy are my employees not taking initiative right now? Why are they not stepping up to the plate? Why are they not motivated? On this episode of the Ambition Theory Podcast I talk about my Forbes article where we discuss motivation and how to unlock your employee's hidden potential.
The article mentioned in this episode was originally published on Forbes.com. You can read the full article here: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/2020/07/01/how-to-motivate-your-employees-with-a-simple-question/#5d0ab38865ba
Have you ever heard the saying ‘Everything you’ve ever wanted is one step outside your comfort zone...
2020-12-3108 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction10. How to Thrive Part 3: Figure out what you really want and get the right people on boardMy clients keep telling me that they are feeling more confident. They’re getting more business, they’re becoming better leaders and people are noticing. In the third of a 3-part series on How to Thrive at Work in Uncertain Times I’m sharing strategies to help you figure out exactly what you want and how to make it happen. Because here’s the truth, most people get stuck in the grind and forget what they are striving for.
Sign up for the FREE live training called How to Thrive at Work in Uncertain Times right here. https...
2020-09-1714 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction9. How to Thrive Part 2: Create impact by focusing on what really mattersMy clients keep telling me that they are feeling more confident. They’re getting more business, they’re becoming better leaders and people are noticing. In the second of a 3 part series on How to Thrive at Work in Uncertain times I’m sharing strategies to help you figure out what to focus on now so that it brings value and gets you noticed. Because here’s the truth, hard work doesn’t get you ahead, being visible does.
Sign up for the FREE live training called How to Thrive at Work in Uncertain Times right here. https://am...
2020-09-1017 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction8. How to Thrive Part 1: Build confidence and create opportunities by managing your mindsetMy clients keep telling me that they are feeling more confident. They’re getting more business, they’re becoming better leaders and people are noticing. In the first of a 3 part series on How to Thrive at Work in Uncertain times I’m sharing strategies to manage your thinking and your mindset so that you can create opportunities for yourself and the people around you.
Sign up for the FREE live training called How to Thrive at Work in Uncertain Times right here. https://ambitiontheory.mykajabi.com/thrive
Connect with Andrea on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedi...
2020-09-0318 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction7. How to create opportunities for yourself at work with Edith DuarteIn today’s podcast, I had a conversation with Edith Duarte, who is a leader and a mother, who when the Covid-19 pandemic started, decided that she wasn’t going to slow down. She stepped up, she created opportunities, she got promoted, and she is sharing how to make that happen with you.
Edith Duarte is Senior Account Manager at BDC. She is a trusted advisor in her business community and helps Canadian business accelerate their growth by offering BDC’s platform of financing, advisory services and capital. She is originally from Mexico and has had the wonder...
2020-08-2724 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction1. How to have an open and honest conversation around the #blacklivesmatter movement with Sylvia Parris-DrumondIn the inaugural episode of the Ambition Theory Podcast, I sit down with Sylvia Parris-Drummond, CEO of Delmore "Buddy Daye" Learning Institute. I am very grateful to have people like her in my life, as we had an open and honest conversation about the #blacklivesmatter movement and learned about the black community in Nova Scotia.
Previously the Diversity at Work Podcast, the Ambition Theory Podcast focuses on strategies and thought leadership around creating a workplace where everyone is welcome and everybody can thrive and we’re not going to shy away from the difficult conversations. The rebranding of...
2020-07-1643 min
Creative ConflabEP8 - Celebrating your accomplishments, focusing on what you're good at and asking for more with guest Andrea JanzenIn episode eight, I chat with leadership coach and diversity consultant Andrea Janzen about why we undervalue what we know and do. We chat about celebrating your accomplishments, that icky feeling when you send big estimates and quotes, and how to get more from your work or business. You can also connect with Andrea on her Instagram and Facebook page.Join in on the Creative Conflab conversation on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.
2020-06-1940 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction13. The importantce of investing in yourself in uncertain times with Andrea JanzenOn this episode of the Diversity at Work podcast, we are talking about why you need to invest in yourself right now. The reasons why it is the best time today to spend time, money and energy on your professional development. Today I’ll be sharing strategies you can implement right now, and these are things that my clients have implemented in the past month to help them get new clients, get new jobs, and position themselves to be ready for a promotion and a raise. To make more money, have more influence, step into that leadership role, and be...
2020-04-3030 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction12. How to lead in times of uncertainty with David HudockOn this episode of the Diversity at Work podcast, I interviewed David Hudock, who spent 32 years in senior leadership positions in the Canadian Navy. I sat down with him to talk about what it’s like to lead in crisis situations, as we are currently navigating uncertain times. I wanted to learn from someone who has experience leading big teams during really challenging times. I was looking for a perspective that is different from the typical business books on how to step up, how to be there for your team, and what it looks like to be a leader to...
2020-04-2332 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction11. How ambitious women thrive in uncertain timesThe world is a crazy place right now. I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing what I've learned one month into the Covid-19 pandemic and how I'm applying it to my life and my business. I'm talking about:
- Mindset hacks that can keep you positive so that you can use your creativity to find opportunities to move forward and take action.
- Why I'm investing in professional development right now and how it's helping me to move my career forward.
- How to reframe any fear or anxiety by asking one simple qu...
2020-04-1924 min
The Millionaire Woman ShowEPISODE 244 – Discover the Ambition Theory with Andrea Janzen
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2020-03-3048 minAmbition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction1) How to cope in times of crisis with Andrea JanzenWelcome to the Diversity at Work podcast Season 2! Today we are taking a break from our regularly scheduled programming and are launching a special season on thriving in times of uncertainty. It is March 23rd today and we are right in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a leadership coach, I have a ton of resources that can help people get through difficult times. People are working from home, people are losing their jobs. Things are pretty crazy right now. And I wanted to use the next couple of weeks to bring some guests on, share strategies on...
2020-03-2416 min
Beyond Our BordersAndrea Janzen - Leadership CoachI had a great conversation with Leadership Coach, Andrea Janzen. She is authentic, honest, insightful and at times refreshingly raw about her own vulnerability and the universal fear zone of “impostor syndrome”. She has developed tools and strategies to take you from fear and inertia to writing down your goals and checking them off as you achieve them.
With her work (with both men and women) she is on a mission to close the gender gap in the workplace. Her Diversity at Work podcast is a series of interviews and informative episodes about promoting diversity and inclusion in t...
2020-01-1537 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction40. Shifting your mindset from surviving to thriving makes the workplace better for everybody with Steve ForanSteve Foran is the grateful CEO of Gratitude at Work, a happiness company he founded in 2006. Steve has been on the leading edge of gratitude based research, writing and teaching for more than 15 years. He is the author of the book Surviving to Thriving: The 10 laws of Grateful Leadership.
In this conversation, we talk about mindset. It’s our default to see our situation from a place of scarcity with a survival mindset. If we really want to thrive we need to shift to a thriving mindset which takes us to a place of abundance. The simple wa...
2020-01-0949 min
Greatness Every DayAccountability Partners (with Andrea Janzen)In this episode, I sit down with Andrea Janzen (the host of the "Diversity at Work" podcast and talk about why it is important to have an accountability partner.
2019-08-2714 min
Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in ConstructionWhat’s in it for you: Why men should be on board with gender diversity.I’ve read a lot of studies on gender and the workplace recently and they all seem to have one thing in common. In order for things to truly get better for women in the workplace, men need to get involved. A lot of companies are talking about gender diversity, and they want to make the workplace better for women, but, they don’t really know how to engage men. I know this, because most companies have an employee resource group for women, a lot of companies bring in a speaker for International Women’s Day and have women’s mentor...
2019-03-2214 minGreatness Every DayInterview with Andrea JanzenListen to our interview with Andrea Janzen! She is a professional leadership coach and Lolë brand ambassador based out of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada and I'm really excited to interview her. Join us as we chat about leadership, entrepreneurship, her new online program that helps women recognize their ambition and strive for more in their careers, and her role as a Lolë brand ambassador. There's going to be a lot and it's sure to be fun, so let us know in the chat and comments below any questions you have for Andrea. Find the link in our account bio to wa...
2018-10-1840 min