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Ambition Theory: Women in Construction

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.

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00:46:34

Life after the Great Resignation with Dr. Giovanna...

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2024/02/21

In 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

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00:26:05

When You Take Action - Big Things Can Happen with...

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2024/02/09

In 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

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00:33:51

Sponsorship In Action: Real-Life Success Stories with...

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/12/14

In 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

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00:52:33

Creating A Legacy For Women In Construction With...

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/11/30

Doreen 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

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00:29:44

Breaking The Glass Ceiling in Manufacturing with...

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/10/19

Getting 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

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00:33:24

Sponsorship in Action with Rachael Ferrera

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/09/21

Sponsorship 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

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00:42:37

How Women Improve Project Outcomes with Dr. Tim Taylor

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/09/07

There’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

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00:17:42

Salary Is Not The Answer To Retaining The Best Talent

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/08/24

It'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

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00:06:54

From Mentorship to Sponsorship: How A Mindset Shift...

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/08/10

The 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

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00:09:52

Group Coaching Vs. One-On-One: How To Decide Which...

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/07/26

Investing 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

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00:08:53

How To Motivate Your Employees With A Simple Question

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/07/13

Transactional 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

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00:07:57

How To Begin Implementing Sponsorship At Your Company

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/06/29

In 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

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00:06:48

Why Sponsorship (Not Mentorship) is the Answer

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/06/15

In 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,

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00:42:38

Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone...

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/06/01

Liz 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

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00:51:52

How Women Rise to Leadership in the Architecture,...

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/05/18

Dr. 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

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00:39:20

What Women Want: How to Build a Workplace Where Women...

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/05/04

Ambition 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

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00:38:41

The Human Side Of Construction With Angelo Suntres

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/04/20

Angelo 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.

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00:39:19

When Culture Is Your Strategy With Jerry Naranjo

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/04/06

Jerry 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

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00:35:34

When The Safety Vest Fits With Kat Von Kamrath and...

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/03/23

Kat 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

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00:48:25

How To Attract And Retain Gen Y & Z With Kathryn Hart

Ambition Theory: Women in Construction ·

2023/03/09

Kathryn 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

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