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Camille Finan talks to women working in the skilled trades and breaking down barriers in non-traditional careers. Her 25 years as a carpenter gives her a unique insight into the world of construction, design and the trades. Her goal is to inform and educate you about the wonderful opportunities of working in the skilled trades for women and girls. She also shares inspiring stories and conversations around working and building a successful creative business and career!
Location:
United States
Description:
Camille Finan talks to women working in the skilled trades and breaking down barriers in non-traditional careers. Her 25 years as a carpenter gives her a unique insight into the world of construction, design and the trades. Her goal is to inform and educate you about the wonderful opportunities of working in the skilled trades for women and girls. She also shares inspiring stories and conversations around working and building a successful creative business and career!
Twitter:
@rylpodcast
Language:
English
Contact:
7194868308
Episodes
Ep 66: How to build a 6 Figure Career in Construction + Alison Kronebusch
12/9/2021
Listen in to hear how Alison, the chief sales officer at Reconstruction Experts is changing the construction industry in BOLD ways! She alongside many other women that work at RE are challenging the false narrative that construction is men's work. And they are hiring! If you are looking for that amazing opportunity to work for a company and earn REAL money while working and being supported this is your chance....
If the last 2 years have kicked you in the butt and maybe you are ready to...
Duration:00:31:42
Ep 65: Dawn Matze + General Contractor Extraordinaire!
9/16/2021
Join me as I interview a grandma of 3 who still works full time as a general contractor! She's killing it in the trades and has so much to teach us about overcoming obstacles and knowing YOUR worth.
From eating disorders and low self esteem to an abusive husband and poverty, she has continued to push forward. Now 30 years later, she loves what she does everyday and wants to share how she built a multi 6-figure business!
This is the first in a series of 6 episodes with her, going deep into...
Duration:00:33:31
Ep 64: Dan @athenaoutfitters + Gear For Women!
6/8/2021
If you have ever wondered just what makes a great work boot? Well we have some answers today on the show! We are joined by Dan Van Dis, owner of @athenaoutfitters an online boot and gear store just for women in the trades!
He takes us through his 4th generation show selling history and how it all began. Its a rich history of boot sellers and his thriving business is set to really help women especially understand what makes certain gear just work and fit better!
So if you feel inspired, go...
Duration:00:39:06
Ep 63: Tell Your Story! + Katie Thompson
5/22/2021
If you have ever dreamed of having your work shown in major magazines or even your local newspaper to get more customers or to feel seen...this IS the woman to help you! Katie Thompson is back on the show to talk in detail about her new course "Tell Your Story!", she is dropping all the deets on how to get it done and dramatically grow your business in 2021!
Her workshop sign up ends TODAY so sign up and get her insight into your business right...
Duration:00:22:58
Ep 61: Using Color in Woodworking! + Karla Diaz
3/30/2021
If you love color as much as I do then you will want to listen to todays' episode with Karla Diaz!
She is a triple threat with wood turning + furniture making + industrial design. She lives in Los Angeles with her wife and adorable dog and loves mixing textures and color in her wood bowls.
Find out how she went from business school to a full time wood worker and how she instills sustainability into all her products.
Today's episode is brought to you by our lovely friends at Athena...
Duration:00:25:12
Ep 59: Host Camille Finan Celebrates Pioneering Women!
3/8/2021
Today I'm celebrating just how far women have come and continue to pioneer and push their creativity, strength and power out into the world to make it a better place!
So I'm celebrating by starting off with a great song by Joss Stone called "Free Me" to rock to and set the mood and then my shout outs to just a few of the amazing women who have tirelessly worked to celebrate women in the trades for years! And then some of my favorite movies to watch and learn more about just how far we have...
Duration:00:14:54
Ep 60: Katie Thompson + Women of Woodworking!
3/8/2021
Join my conversation with the lovely Katie Thompson who runs Women of Woodworking newsletter and community. Hear how it got started and her inspiration to continue building this amazing community of talented women. She's got big plans in the future and you don't want to miss out!
Click the link in our bio to sign up and get all the insider advice, interviews and help she can provide to you. And don't forget to submit your work or ask to be on her IG live on Wednesday to get some support for...
Duration:00:26:24
Ep 58: Upgrade Your Skills! + Elly Hart
2/10/2021
Listen to this HEARTFELT interview with the amazing Elly Hart! Her real and raw glimpse into the world of being a carpenters apprentice will open your eyes to the trades! She transitioned from being a successful journalist to becoming a "red seal" carpenter in Canada. And her belief in "why not me?" has led her to continue to push forward with opportunities and not let her fears stop her journey.
Many of you have followed her "Elly the apprentice" IG account for years and have been a fan so...
Duration:00:47:05
Ep 57: Ballet Slippers to Steel Toe Boots! + Brandy Kawalka
1/20/2021
Happy New Year! and welcome to a 6 episode series we are hosting called "Women You Should Know". These are women who are proving how successful you can be in the trades. Brandy Kawulka turned in her ballet shoes to become a finish carpenter and created a high-end cabinet shop with her husband Paul Keller.
So yes they are both cabinet makers! Listen in to hear how they make that work with 2 kids and have built a super successful remodeling business in Vancouver. You won't want to miss her...
Duration:00:30:32
Episode 56: From Chemist to Furniture Maker + Kelly Parker
12/16/2020
Listen to the amazing Kelly Parker as she talks about why she loves dragonflies....making curved boxes and all kinds of furniture as her "second" career. You will love her passion for storytelling through her work and bringing her clients into the artistic process!
And check out our new partner Athena Outfitters.com and use code RYL15 to save 15% off any purchase. They specialize in helping women in the trades find clothes that fit their bodies, and keep them warm and safe on any jobsite!
Duration:00:42:29
Ep 55: Best Selling Children's Author + Helena Ku Rhee
12/2/2020
If you are starting to get ready for xmas and have some little ones on your list...you won't want to miss listening to best-selling children's book author Helena Ku Rhee! She created a gorgeous book along with famous illustrator @pascalcampionart that tells the story of her blue collar working family. Its tender and imaginative and such a lovely story of following your dreams.
You will get to hear how her parents got her to law school and to working for Hollywood Film Studios in LA...but...
Duration:00:25:26
Ep 54: Just in time for Xmas! + Julie Fierley
11/4/2020
Get ready to turn your hobby craft into a small business with Julie Fierley! She joins the show to talk about how she has built a successful "cribbage board" business selling through etsy and IG as a side hustle. These adorable hand-made boards are perfect for a family xmas gift for all kinds of gatherings. She makes any custom shape and its a fun break from all the stress of this year.
Check her out!
IG: custom_cribbage_boards
We've also had a great response to all the speakers from the...
Duration:00:16:12
Ep 53: YOUR money & Mindset + Erin Lindstrom
10/6/2020
Duration:00:30:12
Ep 52: Podcasting for "CREATIVES" + Christine O'Donnell
9/30/2020
Have you ever wanted to make a bigger impact? Talk about the nitty gritty of your skill, trade or expertise? Well, the fastest way to do that and gain clients, authority in your space and make a BIG impact in the world is through a podcast!
Today I have award-winning journalist/podcast coach Christine O'Donnell + my good friend to share a little about how a podcast can work for YOU!
Find out why having a heart and being a journalist go together like PB&J. And how she transitioned to...
Duration:00:45:01
Ep 51: TOOL GIVEAWAY! + Surprise Co-Host
9/28/2020
Let's Celebrate and win some tools! Listen to this episode to learn just HOW MUCH GOOD STUFF you can win...I have a special co-host that you will love as we talk through all the tools and goodies you can win by sign up for "Build YOUR Craft" virtual summit 2020.
HINT: Listen in to hear what a "concealed carry fatmax tape measure" is and why I can't stop stealing....
HINT: Find out why @catperson is my favorite cat food (ps-I also love dogs)
We are giving away QTY 2 $500 tool packages and...
Duration:00:53:46
Ep 50: Sweet and Sassy + Stevie Estler
9/8/2020
You know her by her brands "built by Stevie" and "carpentHER" and today we get the inside scoop of what drives the amazing Stevie Estler! She will be one of our featured speakers in October 2020 at "Built Your Craft" and you only have to listen to find out why...From her strong faith and belief in family to her sassy attitude and hard work ethic, she just doesn't quit.
We talk everything from her strong commitment to mental health and taking care of our minds as well as our bodies to her...
Duration:00:55:41
Ep 49: Become a YOUTUBE sensation! + Erika Vieira
9/1/2020
Join me as we learn from the Queen of YOUTUBE! Erika Vieira coaches some of the most popular YT stars and you will want to learn her secrets. If you have ever thought of starting a channel or just want to improve the one you already have...this is the episode for you!
Hear about her background in acting and marketing and how she transformed it into a sensational YouTube business coaching women. From how to be magnetic on camera...to how to define your target audience and what they want to...
Duration:00:28:50
Ep 48: BUILD YOUR CRAFT Virtual Event is open!
8/28/2020
Today is a special episode because we are officially opening the doors to sign up for our FREE virtual summit called BUILD YOUR CRAFT! on October 24-25 2020. This is all about free classes and presentations to show women thriving in the trades right now!
We are focused around helping you build your creative/maker/woodworking/construction business or maybe how to get into the trades and advance your career.
Listen to this special episode to get all the details...find out how YOU can win a...
Duration:00:07:05
Ep 47: Take over a multi-million dollar construction biz at age 26!
8/4/2020
Find out how Rachel Brown had to take over her multi-million family business at the age of 26 and hit the ground running after her father passed away suddenly...and how she became a leader in the industry. How being a woman gives her a strong competitive advantage with clients and how she made it through cancer+divorce+adoption in the space of 5 years to build her strongest company yet!
-Learn how her dad taught her to pivot and why asking the question "how are you getting it right?" is the...
Duration:00:46:43
Ep 46: "Cass" Prochera + Sparkles Electric!
7/21/2020
Duration:00:29:39