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Building Confidence

Louise Azzopardi
Tradeswomen
Mental Health
Bullying
Women In Trades
Apprenticeship
Coaching
Anxiety
Resilience
Shewear
Red Flags
Burnout
Confidence
Goal Setting
Apprentices Training Apprentices
Anxiety In the Workplace
Self-Advocacy
Diesel Dirt and Turf Expo
Confidence Building
Career Development
Engaged Experience

A podcast about growth, realistic tools, practical strategies, and support. Whether you’re starting out, facing challenges, or looking to level up, Building Confidence brings you real conversations, practical insights, and inspiring stories to help you navigate your journey with confidence. Your host, Louise, is a heavy vehicle and plant mechanic by trade who started her apprenticeship at just 15 ... more

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Have you ever caught yourself saying, "I'm always anxious," "I always make mistakes," or "This is just who I am"? The words we repeatedly tell ourselves can shape the way we think, feel, and act—often without us even realising it.

In this episode of... more

What do you do when the career you've been chasing takes seven years to become reality? You keep going.

In this episode of Building Confidence, I sit down with electrician and maintenance supervisor Kym to unpack her journey into the trades. From sp... more

Returning to work after time away can feel exciting, overwhelming, and everything in between. Whether you've been recovering from burnout, navigating bullying, welcoming a new baby, managing an injury, or simply taking time to heal, stepping back int... more

In this episode of Building Confidence, I sit down with heavy vehicle mechanic and dual-trade auto electrician Caitlyn Hayes to chat about the journey that has taken her from applying for countless apprenticeships to working FIFO in Western Australia... more

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Recent Guests

Caitlyn Hayes
Mechanic with 7-8 years in field service; dual trade auto sparky and diesel fitter
Komatsu (Brisbane); field service in WA
Episode: The Power of Asking: How to Open Doors and Create Opportunities - Caitlyn Hayes - Ep158 - Building Confidence
Caitlin Knox
Aviations? actually a qualified mobile plant mechanic and apprentice development lead at Komatsu
Komatsu
Episode: Unlocking Opportunities in Trades: Insights from Caitlin Knox - Building Confidence - Ep 154
Ashley Belteky
Diesel mechanic turned leadership advocate and podcaster
Trades Who Lead / Blue Leader
Episode: Beyond Machines: The Human Side of Leadership with Ashley Belteky - Building Confidence - Ep 149
Bardie Somerville
Tradeswoman, carpenter, community advocate for tradeswomen
Self-employed (trades)
Episode: Building Confidence: Life Lessons from Tradeswoman Bardie Somerville - Episode 144
Bridget Bell
Automotive professional with drag racing and media background; founder/leader of Girls Torque
Girls Torque (Australian Women's Motoring Network)
Episode: Bridget Bell - Life Lessons - Building Confidence - Ep 142
Coralee Zueff
Car care author and trainer
Prominence Publishing (publisher of her books)
Episode: Coralee Zueff's Life’s lessons and new book! – Building Confidence – Episode 140

Host

Louise Asapati
Host of Building Confidence; life coach and mentor for tradeswomen.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • So good!

    Thank you - this is such an insightful podcast and you speak so well and provide such a thoughtful and helpful approach.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    devia8
    Australia2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Relatable host with practical coaching perspective.
High-quality guests who bring hands-on experience and stories.
Thoughtful, actionable guidance for real-world trades challenges.

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Breaking Barriers: Alice's 23-Year Journey in Trades - Building Confidence - Ep156
Q: What major changes have you seen in the industry, and what advice would you give to someone facing similar barriers today?
She notes increased visibility of women, more support and female-focused training, and stronger peer networks, especially among tradeswomen. Her advice centers on building a support village, maintaining consistency in boundaries, and using tools like diaries to track learning and progress.
Breaking Barriers: Alice's 23-Year Journey in Trades - Building Confidence - Ep156
Q: Where did your journey in the trades begin, and what pushed you toward a career in electricity?
Alice describes starting an apprenticeship in 2003, growing up in a male-dominated environment, and realizing through school and conversations that trades could be a viable path. A pivotal moment was seeing women succeed in the field and deciding to pursue electrical trade after exploring other options.
Unlocking Opportunities in Trades: Insights from Caitlin Knox - Building Confidence - Ep 154
Q: What advice do you have for someone applying for apprenticeships?
Be honest, present well on video interviews, and use diaries or journals to track tasks and build evidence of your capabilities.
Unlocking Opportunities in Trades: Insights from Caitlin Knox - Building Confidence - Ep 154
Q: What helped the 'aha moment' when you started to feel confident?
Gaining more hands-on independence in the third year, solving real diagnostics, and building confidence through incremental successes and supportive colleagues.
Unlocking Opportunities in Trades: Insights from Caitlin Knox - Building Confidence - Ep 154
Q: How did you get into your apprenticeship and what was your background before starting?
I stumbled into it after dropping out of university and trying multiple paths; I applied broadly to many apprenticeships and eventually found a fit with Komatsu, discovering I enjoyed hands-on work and the trade.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Building Confidence

What is Building Confidence about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on practical growth strategies for people in hands-on, technically skilled fields, with a strong emphasis on confidence-building, resilience, and leadership for tradesworkers—especially women. Episodes blend personal journeys, actionable tools (journaling, observer mode, goal-setting), and real-world coaching approaches to navigate harassment, impostor syndrome, career transitions, and workplace dynamics. A standout angle is the host's combined background as a tradesperson and life coach, which informs a practical, mentorship-first approach and collaborations with sponsors that provide on-site support and resources for tradeswomen. Listeners can expect grounded advice, relatable stories from the field, and frameworks they ... more

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4. Bardie Somerville
5. Bridget Bell
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