Building Confidence

Louise Azzopardi
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A podcast about growth, realistic tools, practical strategies, and support. Whether you’re starting out, facing challenges, or looking to level up, Building Confidence brings you real conversations, practical insights, and inspiring stories to help you navigate your journey with confidence. Your host, Louise, is a heavy vehicle and plant mechanic by trade who started her apprenticeship at just 15 years old. Over the years, she has faced and overcome harassment, impostor syndrome, mental health struggles, and workplace challenges—while also achieving industry awards and experience in both large corporations and family businesses. Now a life coach and mentor for tradeswomen, Louise is here to share the lessons she’s learned so that her struggles weren’t for nothing—and so you can build the confidence to take charge of your own path.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Choosing Joy For 2026 - Building Confidence - Ep 131

    In this episode, I discuss my journey towards choosing joy for 2026, reflecting on my mental health struggles and how I worked out the hard way the importance of setting goals that prioritize joy and sustainability. I share the process my coach took us through that confirmed that joy should be my goal for 2026. Have a listen to this episode if you are deciding what vibe you want to bring to 2026! If you are a tradeswoman or tradesperson who would like to feel less anxious and more confident, don't hesitate to contact me through my website, Louiseazzopardi.com, and we can schedule a coaching consultation! In this episode I discuss - Choosing joy is a conscious decision for 2026. Mental health struggles can lead to deeper self-awareness. Setting bold goals can empower personal growth. Community support is crucial for mental well-being. Joy can be a radical act against societal pressures. Recognizing the impact of past experiences on current mental health. The importance of gratitude in personal development. Creating sustainable energy through joy enhances productivity. Coaching can provide valuable tools for emotional resilience. It's essential to acknowledge and thank those who support us.

    17 min

  2. 23/12/2025

    Big Fat Greek Wedding Style - Building Confidence - Ep 130

    During a session with a client who is trying to get what she needs from a manager with a weak ego we decided to try something outside the box - with the goal here being her learning. We have tried everything in the book, she wants to stay in this work place so we started reaching for anything else she could try. We came up with  the concept of 'Big Fat Greek Wedding Style' as a workplace communication strategy. People with weak egos are more likely to do something when they believe it is there idea – like in the movie. I wish we would just be listened to and respected but unfortunately we are not there yet in some workplaces. Have a listen to this episode if you are looking for a different way to communicate because you have tried all the standard ways. If you are a tradeswoman or tradesperson who would like to feel less anxious and more confident, don't hesitate to contact me through my website, Louiseazzopardi.com, and we can schedule a coaching consultation! Shewear proudly supports this episode. She Wear safety work boots that women have designed to fit and look good on women. Not only do they have specially designed work boots for women, but they also have a wide range of women's work wear from various brands in one spot! Get shopping at http://www.shewear.com.au In this episode you will learn – Ways to adapt our communication style to get what we need. Understanding how coworkers communicate to help us strategize effectively. Being authentic doesn't mean you can't be strategic in communication. Managing up involves providing solutions to your manager to ease decision-making. Pre-emptive communication can help avoid being put on the spot. It's important to plant seeds for ideas to be accepted by others. Quick tweaks in communication can lead to significant outcomes. Believing in yourself is crucial for success. Key words – communication, workplace strategies, managing up, tradeswomen, authenticity, leadership, confidence, negotiation, workplace dynamics, professional development

    11 min

  3. 16/12/2025

    History of Diesel Dirt and Turf - Building Confidence - Episode 129

    In this episode of the Building Confidence Podcast, I interview Emma from Diesel Dirt and Turf Expo. We discuss the origins of the expo, its evolution over the past decade, the importance of community and family involvement, and the opportunities available for sponsors and exhibitors. Emma shares insights into the challenges faced in the early days and how the expo has impacted future generations in the earth moving industry. If you would like to know more about the expo check out their website - https://www.dieseldirtandturf.com.au/ 10% off show tickets here - http://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1387147929799/?discount=LACDDTEXPO10

    36 min

  4. 09/12/2025

    Lizard brain - Building Confidence - Episode 128

    You know that automatic feeling of anxiety that hits you seemingly out of no where? That is what we are going through in this episode of the podcast, the seemingly instance feeling of stress that feels out of our control! If you would like help or support with this process or you are a business wanting to make the workplace better for tradeswomen and minorities, you can inquire through my website, louiseazzopardi.com Zadie proudly sponsors this episode. Zadie is a workwear brand made by tradeswomen for tradeswomen and is made to fit your hips, thighs and butt; check them out at https://www.zadieworkwear.com.au/

    13 min

  5. 02/12/2025

    Emotional Immune System - Building Confidence - Episode 127

    This week I was chatting to a tradeswoman about her emotional capacity right now, she was hit with a break up and was frustrated with how her confidence has been hit. Going through this we started planning things that could help boost her emotional immune system now that it has been hit and the ideas from this conversation is what I am sharing with you this week! If you would like help or support with this process, you can join my free Facebook community, tradeswomen owning their power, or if you would like 1:1 support or you are a business wanting to make the workplace better for tradeswomen and minorities, you can inquire through my website, louiseazzopardi.com This episode is proudly sponsored by midies. If you're looking for comfortable, practical, and stylish underwear, women's boxer briefs might just be a perfect choice. Use code LOUISEAZZOPARDI for 10% off- https://www.midies.co/?ref=LouiseAzzopardi

    11 min

  6. 25/11/2025

    Supporting people going through harassment - Building Confidence - Episode 126

    When someone close to you is going through harassment either in the workplace or out of the workplace it can be hard and you can feel helpless. You want to take away their pain but unfortunately in most circumstances it is up to them. In this episode I go through some ways you can support a person going through harassment. If you are a tradeswoman or tradesperson who would like to feel less anxious and more confident, don't hesitate to contact me through my website, Louiseazzopardi.com, and we can schedule a coaching consultation! Shewear proudly supports this episode. She Wear safety work boots that women have designed to fit and look good on women. Not only do they have specially designed work boots for women, but they also have a wide range of women's work wear from various brands in one spot! Get shopping at http://www.shewear.com.au

    14 min

  7. 18/11/2025

    Too much bad in the world - Amber Czech and Outi Hicks - Building Confidence - Episode 125

    This episode is for anyone who feels like the world is too much right now. Unfortunately, I don’t have the answers, but I am sharing what I am thinking to keep me moving forward and moving at all.

    11 min

  8. 10/11/2025

    Building a personal brand as a trades woman, part 2 - Building Confidence - Episode 124

    What happens when the personal brand you created starts drawing attention, a lot of attention. Opportunities that are amazing but you can't fit them all in? This is what we chat about in this week's episode! If you would like help or support with this process or you are a business wanting to make the workplace better for tradeswomen and minorities, you can inquire through my website, louiseazzopardi.com Zadie proudly sponsors this episode. Zadie is a workwear brand made by tradeswomen for tradeswomen and is made to fit your hips, thighs and butt; check them out at https://www.zadieworkwear.com.au/

    14 min
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A podcast about growth, realistic tools, practical strategies, and support. Whether you’re starting out, facing challenges, or looking to level up, Building Confidence brings you real conversations, practical insights, and inspiring stories to help you navigate your journey with confidence. Your host, Louise, is a heavy vehicle and plant mechanic by trade who started her apprenticeship at just 15 years old. Over the years, she has faced and overcome harassment, impostor syndrome, mental health struggles, and workplace challenges—while also achieving industry awards and experience in both large corporations and family businesses. Now a life coach and mentor for tradeswomen, Louise is here to share the lessons she’s learned so that her struggles weren’t for nothing—and so you can build the confidence to take charge of your own path.

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  • Creator
    Louise Azzopardi
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    132
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Building Confidence