And that’s a wrap. This is the end of Constructing You. The end of an era as the show must go on, but into a completely different realm and dimension, as I’ve had to honour the evolution of myself and my voice, and that means, after much deliberation, letting go of this incredible podcast. 159,000 downloads 322 episodes 175 guests 2 awards 40 countries For quite some time I haven’t been able to plug into the voice that used to lead the show, and the fuel that started the show ran out....

Brenda Kiptugen is an accomplished professional with a proven track record of delivering successful projects in the realms of commercial construction and mining infrastructure. With a wealth of experience garnered from collaborating across several Fortune 500 companies, Brenda has honed her expertise in cost estimation, project management, and contract administration. Her exceptional communication skills and unwavering dedication to achieving results have made her a trusted asset in the...

Co-authors of our upcoming anthology, Secrets of the Construction Industry joined me in a disruptive discussion on what constitutes exemplary leadership in the industry today. You'll hear from Kabri Lehrman-Schmid, Wally Adamchik and Coty Leigh Fournier in this episode, where they share BOLD and uncommon truths of the construction industry based on their collective experiences.  Love what they're saying? Make sure you PRE-ORDER your copy of Secrets of the Construction Industry - what's...

Co-authors of our upcoming anthology, Secrets of the Construction Industry joined me in a disruptive discussion on what it takes to defy grain. You'll hear from Brenda Debensten, Malik Khan and Dr. Priyadarshini Das in this episode, where they share BOLD and uncommon truths of the construction industry based on their collective experiences.  Love what they're saying? Make sure you PRE-ORDER your copy of Secrets of the Construction Industry - what's their greatest secret (and can you...

In January, you are going to be joined by select co-authors of our upcoming anthology, Secrets of the Construction Industry in a special series - tune in to discover more.  Make sure you PRE-ORDER your copy of Secrets of the Construction Industry - what's their greatest secret (and can you keep it?) Get your copy today (AUS pre-order only) theconstructioncoach.com.au/sotci

Co-authors of our upcoming anthology, Secrets of the Construction Industry joined me in a disruptive discussion on why the next generation is losing (it).  You'll hear from Heimy Molina, Jenny Tseng and Brenda Kiptugen in this episode, where they share BOLD and uncommon truths of the construction industry based on their collective experiences.  Love what they're saying? Make sure you PRE-ORDER your copy of Secrets of the Construction Industry - what's their greatest secret (and can you...

In January, you are going to be joined by select co-authors of our upcoming anthology, Secrets of the Construction Industry in a special series - tune in to discover more.  Make sure you PRE-ORDER your copy of Secrets of the Construction Industry - what's their greatest secret (and can you keep it?) Get your copy today (AUS pre-order only) theconstructioncoach.com.au/sotci

Co-authors of our upcoming anthology, Secrets of the Construction Industry joined me in a disruptive discussion on where it all went wrong... You'll hear from Coty Fournier, Stan Giaouris, Spiroula Joanna Stathakis and Marie O'Looney in this episode, where they share BOLD and uncommon truths of the construction industry based on their collective experiences.  Love what they're saying? Make sure you PRE-ORDER your copy of Secrets of the Construction Industry - what's their greatest secret...

Welcome to the fifth year running of Constructing You!  In January, you are going to be joined by select co-authors of our upcoming anthology, Secrets of the Construction Industry in a special series - tune in to discover more.  Make sure you PRE-ORDER your copy of Secrets of the Construction Industry - what's their greatest secret (and can you keep it?) Get your copy today (AUS pre-order only) theconstructioncoach.com.au/sotci

Every week since I started breaking down my own psyche I send an email to my coach titled in reflection. Sharing the syncronichies, revelations, awakenings and new found awarenesses that the universe delivered me as the week unfolded. At times I would sit there thinking what could possibly show up, it’s been a quite week and then BAM, something would be delivered. But why – why stop, why let the wheels fall off?   Power opposing independence! The world told me I was a success, it kept on...

Co-founder of BuildPass, Matt Perrott, began his working life with hands-on labouring experience doing shop fittings while employed as a lifeguard on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, at notorious surf beaches such as Gunnamatta and Portsea.  At The University of Melbourne Matt completed a Bachelor of Commerce (Civil Engineering and Finance), where he was first exposed to powerful software like CAD, which stoked his natural curiosity in how digital tools could be utilised for building. This...

Harvey Jutton, a 19-year-old entrepreneur originally hailing from the United Kingdom, currently resides in Sydney, Australia. His journey began in hostels until he found his footing in Double Bay. Venturing into the business world, Harvey made the bold decision to move, knowing no one in his new surroundings. In just the second month of his business endeavor, he and his Chief Technology Officer (CTO) have achieved an impressive feat: successfully placing six individuals into permanent job...

Qualified as an Architect MBA, Amit has been working to contribute to the global real estate sector for two and a half decades. He has spent almost a decade in the region curating stories for mixed-use and retail assets. Amit has rich experience with brands such as Ivanhoe Cambridge, Old mutual group, McArthur, RMZ, Colliers, Cushman & Wakefield, and DLF in leadership positions. All along his passionate journey in real estate, he has been instrumental in formulating innovative strategies...

It's a pleasure and privilege to announce the release of OUR book 🔥 Secrets of the Construction Industry is a premiere anthology of 32 select industry titans, exemplary leaders and young guns sharing their wisdom around one signature question that I've simply loved collating. You see, the industry has experienced a massive fall from grace, exemplified over the last two years, which at the core is a decline of truth and wisdom. This collaborative anthology gives rise to guiding...

Jon Sibley is the CEO of TrueBuilt. Jon has 7+ years of experience in enterprise software sales and sales leadership. He is a former Team USA and NCAA Athlete. He holds an MBA from USC Marshall and a BA in Law and Economics from UC Berkeley and grew up around his immediate family in construction. If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device,...

Marie believes that engineering is one of the most fascinating industries and professions there can be. Whilst the industry has a long way to go, she sees an industry where engineering is accessible to everyone and there is creativity and innovation embedded in professional practice to address society’s needs. She started her journey decades ago and has had incredible opportunities to advance and to deliver award winning projects and was nominated for the ACSE NSW Female Engineer of the...

Consider this: what would you do if you realised that the only you you ever knew never really existed, but was a fragment of everyone else's perceptions and belief systems about you? It's a scary thought. Brave enough to explore? Play now. 

Mark first worked as a union official in the 90s and then went on to be a senior advisor to the NSW’s longest serving Premier The Hon Bob Carr MP. He later went on to become Chief of Staff to Minister Grant McBride.  Following his time in NSW State Parliament, ran for a seat in the Blue Mountains City Council. The City of Blue Mountains is one of only two cities in the world surrounded by a UNESCO declared World Heritage National Park Area. With a spectacular environmental setting, the...

The nagging is the quite little voice within that's trying to speak the truth to you.  But your unconscious belief system isn't allowing you to listen, because if you did, you'd likely realise that there's much more to you than what even meets your eye.  

Over her impressive 16-year career, Kabri Lehrman-Schmid has established herself as a trailblazing superintendent for Hensel Phelps in the United States. She has set new standards for the influence of field leadership on her design-build teams, while passionately endorsing industry initiatives aimed at enhancing workforce well-being. Her $1.9B portfolio highlights her adept management across all phases of progressive delivery projects within the transportation and higher education sectors....

I lost my voice. I lost my spark. This is why.

Alice is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor with 6 years of experience since graduating in 2018 with a first-class degree in Quantity Surveying. Her career started at a global  construction consultancy, where she provided cost management services on a wide range of projects in the public and private sector, including new build and refurbishment projects. She currently works as a Solutions Engineer at Procore Technologies, where she leverages her industry expertise to support clients in adopting...

Employed at Ferrovial, working on the Thames Tideway Tunnel; the largest infrastructure project ever undertaken by the UK water industry. Winner of Ferrovial UK&I VGA Graduate of the Year 2023 award. Professional member: Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) – GMICE Registered STEM Ambassador with Go Construct actively influencing the community through career fairs, lectures, workshops, and providing mentoring to students who seek involvement within the science, technology,...

Houssam Abiad is a Former Deputy Lord Mayor, City Management Expert, Senior Advisor, Business leader, and Chief Innovation Officer with more than two decades experience of launching successful businesses, running high profile global cities, elected office and holding multiple board and advisory positions. Strategic, tech-savvy, analytical with robust problem-solving skills and the ability to bring both high level macro input and operational excellence to small, nimble start-ups or large...