Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Leading Tough Conversations with Louise Azzopardi

Feeling like the odd one out on site is more common than anyone admits, but it doesn’t have to stop you from leading.Louise Azzopardi is a heavy vehicle mechanic turned coach and workshop facilitator. She started her trade at 15 and represented Australia at the 2017 WorldSkills competition, placing 4th in heavy vehicle maintenance. Now she helps women in trade back themselves.In this conversation, we get into:• How to handle imposter syndrome • Practical ways to manage anxiety in the workplace• How to build the confidence to lead • What it takes to become a role modelChapters:0:00 Meet Louise Azzopardi4:37 How to Practice Leadership as a Coach6:00 Words Have Power as a Role Model8:33 How to Deliver Constructive Feedback10:46 Taking Responsibility in Your Relationships12:09 How to Receive Feedback Well13:57 Find Mentors and Community as a Woman in Trade20:06 Pay Attention to How You Talk to Yourself21:21 How to Have Difficult Conversations 23:10 Managing Anxiety as a Tradie or Apprentice25:13 Practice Leadership by Giving Your Best Each Day 26:19 Wrap UpFollow Tradies Who Lead on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or TikTok for more from the Tradies Who Lead community.  Tradies Who Lead is powered by Blue Leader. If you're looking for support in building leadership skills within your team, reach out here. Or download our free eBook: 5 Things Every Tradie Needs to Know About LeadershipIf you want to connect with Louise, you can connect with her via her social media at:Website: www.louiseazzopardi.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009063836223Insta: https://www.instagram.com/louiseazzopardicoaching/Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-azzopardi-699072126/