From a bullied apprentice on the workshop floor to an international World Skills competitor and coach for tradeswomen, this episode dives into what it really takes to survive and thrive in blue-collar industries. Louise shares how being the only woman in the workshop, battling mental health and bystander bullying, pushed her to build the support she wished she had. You’ll hear how a single offhand comment from a friend cracked open a whole new career path and reminded her that she loved the work, just not the workplace. We unpack the emotional whiplash of winning national competitions while simultaneously being dragged through HR investigations. Louise reveals how she transformed that chaos into a purpose-driven coaching business dedicated to helping tradeswomen lead, recover from burnout, and stand tall in tough environments. If you’re in the trades or lead people in high-pressure, male-dominated workplaces, this conversation is a masterclass in self-leadership, resilience, and real influence.