Episode 101: ‘Be Flexible’ with Kayleen McCabe
In this episode:
Christi Powell and Angela Gardner speak with special guest, Kayleen McCabe, a TV host, contractor, brand ambassador, and media influencer, about her journey in the construction industry. Kayleen shares her insights on the importance of skilled labor, and the role of women in addressing labor shortages, and addresses the misconception that success only follows a college education. She also discusses her work with the Construction Education Foundation in Georgia and the McCabe Foundation, an organization co-founded with her father focusing on providing opportunities for veterans and youth in the trades industry. Towards the end, she expresses her need for more opportunities to share her story and experiences to inspire and educate others, especially prospective or budding women in the construction field.
Supported by: Aline Capital & Hill Electric
Show Notes and Links:
00:00 Introduction and Welcoming the Guest
00:44 Discussing Aspirations and Future Goals
03:04 Kayleen McCabe's Journey in the Construction Industry
07:23 The Importance of Trade Education and Skilled Labor
08:15 Challenges and Opportunities in the Construction Industry
10:05 Encouraging Young People to Pursue Careers in Construction
12:03 The Role of Parents in Guiding Career Choices
14:33 Addressing the Labor Shortage in Skilled Trades
14:54 The Role of Women in Bridging the Gap
15:22 The Importance of Numbers and Data
16:35 Encouraging Young Ladies to Join the Industry
17:19 The Reality of Working in the Industry
18:17 The Fun Side of Working on Job Sites
19:08 The Idea of Live Job Site Interviews
20:01 Insights from Interviews with Influential Figures in the Trades
23:52 The McCabe Foundation and Its Purpose
28:30 The Need for More Workers in the Industry
29:06 Connecting with Kayleen McCabe
29:54 Conclusion and Farewell
About Kayleen:
Probation officer, 911 dispatcher, Framer/Carpenter, dozens of roles in the entertainment industry, Co-Founded the McCabe Foundation 16 years ago, Host and founder of NextStepsWebinars, Enthusiastic supporter of SkillsUSA, Chaplain
