Building Up Women In Property Rebecca Bangura

No one likes to hear this, but it's true: the biggest barrier to your success is you. Admitting and accepting this may be uncomfortable, but it's essential for taking ownership of your situation and driving meaningful change. When we own our circumstances, we move from a passive state—where things happen to us—to an active state, where we're in control and back in the driver's seat. Today’s episode is a juicy one, where we’ll explore the common barriers that keep us from our true po...

With nearly two decades in project management and development, I can tell you firsthand that the property and construction industry is tough. And unsurprisingly, it’s even tougher for women. As someone who specialises in supporting women within the property and construction industry, I’m passionate about discovering how we best attract, retain and develop women in this space. So today, we’re exploring the often misunderstood world of women's development programs and debunking the co...

Men, we need you. If we want to continue to be a thriving, sustainable, and profitable industry, we need to get more women into this industry and strive for gender equity. The only way we are going to get there is if we have the support of male allies to help drive that change.The Changing LandscapeRecently, I was at a NAWIC event, where we were discussing and sharing stories. Someone asked me, "Is the industry changing? Are we actually seeing positive outcomes for women in the industry?" The...

I recently spoke with a powerful woman in our industry, and we talked about the progress we've made. There are so many more opportunities for women than there used to be. But even with all these openings, women still hesitate to step into leadership roles. It's like there's an invisible barrier stopping them from grabbing that promotion or stepping into the spotlight.And you know what? I think I've cracked the code. It all boils down to self-worth.Unlike self-confidence or self-esteem, self-w...

The construction and property industry is a powerhouse, but for women, navigating this sector can feel like climbing a wall with no footholds. Systemic challenges—from ingrained stereotypes to inflexible work-life balance models—create a landscape that often pushes women to the sidelines.In our previous episode, I discussed many of the systemic challenges that women face. Today I am breaking down how to work towards fixing the system.This isn't just about fairness; it's about untapped potenti...

The journey towards gender equality is riddled with obstacles that hinder progress and limit opportunities for women. The first step to tearing these barriers down is to identify and understand them, so today I’m sharing some of the biggest systemic challenges I see women facing.Gender Bias and StereotypingAlthough things for women have greatly improved, gender bias and stereotypes still run deep under the surface of many organisations. Traditional gender roles and societal expectations can o...