From the Honeycomb

Katerina Burianova
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From the Honeycomb

Explore the world of fearless female entrepreneurs and trailblazing women in architecture, construction, engineering, and more! This podcast delves into the stories, challenges, and triumphs of inspiring women who are making their mark across industries. With a focus on entrepreneurship, holistic living, and the creative journeys of women shaping our world, each episode offers insight, inspiration, and a fresh perspective. Whether you’re passionate about business, design, or personal growth, this podcast is your go-to source for empowering conversations that uplift and energize.

  1. -5 J

    Ep. 155 - Slowing Down and Embracing Rest in the New Year with Katerina

    In this reflective episode, host Katerina opens up about the challenges she faced in 2024 and her journey toward slowing down in 2025. After experiencing burnout, Katerina shares her decision to take a hiatus from the podcast, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing mental health and self-care. With her word for the year, slow down, she explores how setting boundaries and focusing on personal growth have shaped her goals for the year ahead. Throughout the episode, she shares the empowering nature of saying no, the value of gratitude, and the importance of focusing on what truly fulfills and excites her. Tune in as Katerina expresses gratitude for her experiences, discusses lessons learned, and offers a glimpse into her plans for the future.

    29 min

  2. 13/12/2024

    Ep. 154 - Reflecting on a Year of Building and Creating Lessons in Residential Construction and Entrepreneurship with Jesse and Katerina

    In the final episode of 2024, Jesse and Katerina look back on their entrepreneurial journeys over the past year. With Jesse’s word of the year, “build,” and Katerina’s, “create,” as guiding themes, they share how these intentions shaped their professional growth. Together they dive into why they both feel rooted in residential construction, highlighting the unique challenges and rewards of the field. Jesse opens up about the demanding administrative side of running a construction company, the realities of insurance needs, and how growing up in a construction family didn’t make success any easier. Katerina reflects on the financial and time-management shifts she’s navigated as a business owner and the dedication it takes to thrive. Together, they explore the hard truths of entrepreneurship: success doesn’t happen overnight, and building something meaningful requires consistent effort and resilience. This candid discussion is a reminder of the dedication behind the scenes of every thriving business.

    45 min

  3. 22/11/2024

    Ep. 153 - Year-End Reflections: Insights from Q4 and Creating Abundance with Katerina

    In this candid solo episode, Katerina takes you behind the scenes to reflect on the final stretch of the year and share her journey through Q4. With no script and plenty to vent about, she opens up about unexpected twists in her business and personal life, offering an honest look at the lessons learned going into her second year as a business owner—lessons that have been even more eye-opening than the first. Katerina revisits her word of the year, create, and explores how its meaning has evolved. From crafting tangible products to building a community and embracing abundance, she reflects on the impact of her creative endeavors. She also celebrates the flexibility her business has afforded her to prioritize family and cherish life’s meaningful moments. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion on navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship, projecting workload with experience, and finding gratitude amidst it all.

    35 min

  4. 15/11/2024

    Ep. 152 Foundations of Ownership Journey to Building An Architecture Firm with architect and firm owner Kelsey Ahumada

    In this entrepreneurial episode, Katerina is joined by architect and firm owner Kelsey, founder of Portica Architecture, as she takes us through her inspiring path from aspiring architect to successful business owner. Kelsey shares how her love for both sketching and technical details led her to architecture and how she was fortunate to gain invaluable early experience in a supportive firm that encouraged her to get licensed. Despite the challenging ARE journey, with its share of setbacks, Kelsey’s determination never wavered. Kelsey shares how she made the transition to firm ownership, including the moment when she knew it was time to start her own practice. With her husband’s expertise as a CPA, Kelsey navigated the financial side of business, laying a strong foundation by collaborating with her lawyer and accountant. She also reveals the story behind her firm’s name, Portico, and the intentionality behind her brand identity. Together, Kelsey and Katerina discuss the ins and outs of those early months of firm ownership, from securing the first client and building a portfolio to the strategies for competing with larger firms. They also explore the challenges and rewards of putting together proposals, negotiating with clients, and finding confidence as we advocate for ourselves and our businesses. Perfect for aspiring firm owners, this episode is packed with lessons and insights on what it takes to launch and grow a successful architecture firm.

    39 min

  5. 08/11/2024

    Ep 151 - Empowering Female Voices in the AEC industry A Behind-the-Scenes Journey with She Builds Podcast

    In this week’s episode Katerina is joined by I’m joined by Lizi Raar, Jessica Rogers, and Norgerie Rivas, the hosts of the She Builds Podcast. Together, they dive into the stories and inspiration behind their podcast, where they highlight the legacy and contributions of women in architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC). The trio shares the joy and impact of creating content that motivates and connects with listeners while empowering women in the industry. They reveal how they choose which female architects and pioneers to spotlight, their unique approach to researching and structuring each season, and the collaborative way they divide roles and responsibilities to bring every episode to life. Listen in as Lizi, Jessica, and Norgerie open up about what it’s like to be women in AEC, often the only women in the room, and the inspiration they’ve gained from uncovering these stories. And get an inside look at what goes into producing each episode and hear heartwarming moments of meeting listeners who’ve been touched by their work. This episode celebrates the power of sharing women’s stories and building a stronger, more connected community in AEC.

    38 min

  6. 01/11/2024

    Ep. 150 - Building a Business on Your Own Terms with licensed therapist and coach Katy Bandy

    In this week’s episode, licensed therapist and coach Katy Bandy returns as a guest to share reflections from her first year as an entrepreneur. She discusses her journey from a 9-to-5 role to building a business where she empowers high-achieving women through her coaching programs. Katy opens up about the risks she took, health challenges she faced, and a shift in her approach to social media, all within her first year of entrepreneurship. Initially, she expected social platforms to be her main income source but discovered a better way to use it that aligns with her values. Katerina and Katy explore the impact of social media on their businesses, weighing time investment and effective strategies they’ve both adopted as entrepreneurs. Katy also shares how stepping back from social media gave her room to expand in other areas and the flexibility to balance work with self-care and her personal life. She highlights the highs of entrepreneurship, staying motivated, and the different approaches she’s found for marketing her therapy practice and coaching programs.  Tune in to hear about the financial realities of running a business and the importance of building client trust—and the triumphs and challenges of life as a business owner.

    38 min

  7. 25/10/2024

    Ep 149 - WIA The Power of community - Shaping Minds Through the Design of Educational Spaces with architect Annette Wu

    In the fourth and final episode of the Women in Architecture series, Katerina sits down with architect Annette Wu, whose passion for the field was sparked early on through creativity in graphic design and hands-on projects. Annette reflects on her journey, including a pivotal moment during her second semester of architecture school that reignited her determination to continue pursuing her dreams Reflecting on the evolution of architecture education since Annette’s school days, they explore how architecture school has changed. After completing her graduate studies, Annette immersed herself in New York City’s dynamic construction scene before launching her career in Hong Kong during a period of rapid growth. She shares her experience navigating cultural differences while collaborating with local teams, highlighting the critical importance of turning design visions into reality during construction. Driven by a desire to engage with her local community, Annette returned to Los Angeles, focusing on the importance of being involved in the construction phase to ensure the design intent is executed. With a passion for K-12 projects, she shares the profound impact these spaces have on students and the community at large. She strategically sought firms specializing in educational architecture to return to her roots in school projects. Annette also delves into her enthusiasm for design-build, which fosters a more integrated approach to project logistics and client value. Her involvement with the AIA Women in Architecture committee has opened doors for networking and professional growth, culminating in her role as president of AIA Los Angeles. Annette reflects on how her participation in these organizations has been instrumental in building community and supporting various groups.

    35 min

  8. 18/10/2024

    Ep 148 - WIA Navigating Change: A Journey of Resilience and Leadership with landscape architect Meg Coffee

    In the third episode of our Women in Architecture series, Katerina is joined by Meg Coffee, a California-based landscape architect with over 20 years of experience and an instructor at UCLA Extension. Meg’s journey as a landscape architect is an inspiring tale of career pivots, perseverance, and leadership. Meg shares how her early passion for architecture evolved after she discovered the world of landscape architecture, this discovery led her to pursue a master’s degree and become a licensed landscape architect. She reflects on how the licensure exams have changed since she first took them and offers insight into her unique work experiences, how she secured her first job out of grad school, and the early days of her teaching career. In 2013, following a challenging period during the recession, Meg made the bold move to start her own landscape architecture firm. She shares the valuable lessons gained from that time, her experience working across different facets of the profession, and how these experiences have influenced her holistic design approach. Meg shares her involvement with the Association for Women in Architecture + Design (AWA+D), where she has served twice as president. She talks about the leadership skills she gained through this role, the importance of delegation, and how the organization has helped her build professional connections and expand her career. Tune in to hear Meg’s inspiring story of resilience, her path to leadership, and the value of networking and community in the field of landscape architecture.

    36 min
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Explore the world of fearless female entrepreneurs and trailblazing women in architecture, construction, engineering, and more! This podcast delves into the stories, challenges, and triumphs of inspiring women who are making their mark across industries. With a focus on entrepreneurship, holistic living, and the creative journeys of women shaping our world, each episode offers insight, inspiration, and a fresh perspective. Whether you’re passionate about business, design, or personal growth, this podcast is your go-to source for empowering conversations that uplift and energize.

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  • Création
    Katerina Burianova
  • Années d’activité
    2021 - 2025
  • Épisodes
    154
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