S3. Ep10. Talking with Hacia Atherton about Diversity & Trades: Pathways, Challenges, and Opportunities

This week, I had the pleasure of having a chat with Hacia Atherton, whose family has a proud legacy in the trades industry that spans multiple generations.  Her great great grandfather played a pivotal role in championing eight-hour working days for the industry.  Today, Hacia is the founder of Empowered Women in Trades, a company committed to promoting gender diversity in the trades.  Our discussion revolved around the importance of boosting the representation of women in these fields and exploring ways to encourage their active participation.<br/><br/>Diversity took centre stage during our conversation, not only highlighting the overall need for inclusivity, but also focusing on specific pathways and opportunities for women in apprenticeships and various trades.  We also delved into strategies for employers to cultivate a supportive environment that attracts and retains women in their organisations, ensuring their success in these roles.<br/><br/>To sum it up, my conversation with Hacia shed light on the vital role of gender diversity in the trades industry.  We delved into several aspects of promoting and supporting women in trades, including entry routes into the field, employer practices, the advantages of diversity, and the role of education in shaping perceptions and possibilities.<br/><br/>Amongst other things in this podcast, we discussed:The Role of Education in Promoting TradesPromoting Gender Inclusion in TradesLeadership and Emotional Intelligence in a Male-Dominated Business EnvironmentPositive Psychology and Resilience BuildingApprenticeship programsPromoting Diversity in HiringTechnical Proficiency vs. Leadership Skills in PromotionsHope you enjoy the podcast!<br/><br/>If you work in the built environment, have an interest in property development, transitioning your career from one market sector into other fields of construction, or have an interest in Melbourne's buildings, then have a listen!<br/><br/>The Building Talks Podcast is brought to you by Building Environs Recruitment - providing recruitment solutions to the property, construction, and related industries, here in Melbourne.  For an overview of our service, visit:<br/><br/>www.buildingenvirons.com.au <br/><br/>Don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and subscribe to The Building Talks podcast so you don't miss any updates.Contact The Building Talks Podcast Follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram Visit us on our website Email us at info@buildingenvirons.com.au