Episodios

  • Planning for 2026: Trade Business Growth & Balance

    Planning for 2026: Trade Business Growth & Balance
    Jan 2 2026
    In this episode, Hattie and Steph are joined by inspiring UK tradeswomen to discuss their 2026 business and personal goals in the construction industry. Hear from Courtney Sanderson, Director of CS Country Contracting, as she shares how she’s balancing domestic customers with a long-term commercial contract. We also chat with Ria Kirby, a painter, decorator, and plumber, who is planning to hire staff in 2026 to grow her business, reduce time on site, and stop turning away work. Whether you’re already working in the trades, running a construction business, or thinking about a career change into construction, this episode offers honest, real-world insight into what it really takes to build a sustainable career in the industry.

    New Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM.

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    20 m
  • Managing A Business At Christmas

    Managing A Business At Christmas
    Dec 12 2025
    How can you master the chaotic festive season while running a business in the trades? Join Hattie and Steph as they discuss the extreme pressure that business owners face in the lead-up to Christmas and explore how you can manage your diary to conquer Christmas. They speak to Heather Isherwood, who shares how she learned the hard way after taking on too much work in her first year and Jade McDonald, a carpenter who maintains a healthy work-life balance by choosing her customers wisely!

    New Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM.

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    19 m
  • How to Switch Off From Work: Recognising Burnout & Managing Anxiety!

    How to Switch Off From Work: Recognising Burnout & Managing Anxiety!
    Nov 28 2025
    Join Hattie and Steph as they explore the challenge of switching off from work, balancing demanding careers, and managing family life. In this episode, they explore why regulating your nervous system is key and how to transition from work mode to home life without feeling overwhelmed.

    They’re joined by Dr Claire Plumley, Clinical Psychologist, who shares practical tools for recognising early signs of burnout, reducing anxiety, and setting healthier boundaries. You’ll also hear from Natasha, a self-employed plasterer and single mum of four, who opens up about the pressure of feeling constantly “on” and her personal strategies for balancing professional responsibilities with the realities of parenthood.

    New Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM.

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    22 m
  • Celebrating Award winning Tradeswomen!

    Celebrating Award winning Tradeswomen!
    Nov 14 2025
    Join Hattie Hasan MBE and Steph Leese as they celebrate the success of women in construction and trades. Discover if winning a trade award brings praise or pain, and learn how we can properly celebrate the dedication and hard work of tradeswomen across the UK.

    Featuring Florence Jordan, the Women in Trade Champion for the Wales and Midlands region at the Checkatrade Awards, and Amy Brown, the National Apprentice of the Year winner. They discuss the vital recognition they've earned, the career impact it's had, and why celebrating female trades professionals is crucial for inspiring the next generation of tradeswomen.

    New Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM.

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    26 m
  • On-site Horror Stories.

    On-site Horror Stories.
    Oct 31 2025
    Join Hattie Hasan MBE and Steph Leese as they explore the spookier side of the construction industry! This week, in the spirit of Halloween, they're trading the tools for the tales of unexpected On-site Horror Stories.

    Listen in as they, and their guests, delve into the scary and supernatural challenges of working in the trades. They’ll be joined by Jen Gardner (Jen the Decorator) to hear about a truly horrifying client experience, and Stonemason Rachel Wragg shares fascinating insights from working in Lincoln Cathedral—a place nearly a thousand years old, full of ritual protection marks (or "witch marks") carved into the stone to ward off evil spirits.

    New Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM.

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    27 m
  • Tradeswomen Success Stories!

    Tradeswomen Success Stories!
    Oct 17 2025
    Need proof that women can be extremely successful in the trades? Join Hattie and Steph as they celebrate the success of tradeswomen across the UK. They speak to Princess Spark (Suzy), a fantastic female electrician, who shares her journey on the tools, which has led her to her dream job, and Lily Moore, a phenomenal newly qualified apprentice who’s immediately started her own business!

    New Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM.

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    27 m
  • Working a Skilled Trade with a Disability

    Working a Skilled Trade with a Disability
    Oct 3 2025
    Join pioneering tradeswomen Hattie Hasan, MBE, and Steph Leese as they pull back the curtain on the reality of working in a male-dominated industry. In this episode, they're joined by fellow tradeswomen Clare Fitzmaurice and Pixie Esperanza, who share their personal experiences working in the skilled trades with a disability. They’ll explore the challenges and triumphs of succeeding in construction while living with a chronic illness or disability.

    New Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM.

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    28 m
  • 6. Pricing jobs - Are you undercutting yourself?

    6. Pricing jobs - Are you undercutting yourself?
    Sep 19 2025
    Join Hattie Hasan MBE and Steph Leese as they delve into the challenges and realities of working in a male-dominated industry. In this episode, the spotlight is on pricing and pay. Are you charging what you're worth, and how can you be sure you're charging the right amount?

    Hattie and Steph are joined by tradeswomen Lindsey Meadows and Sophie Keepance, each at different stages of their careers. Together, they explore the common pricing struggles women face in the trades and share practical insights to help you quote with confidence, every time

    New Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM.

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    29 m
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