Building Confidence
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.
Episodes

Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Society has an idea about what growth should look like, but honestly, more often than not it isn't linear. You may side step, you may take a different path because you are growing your mental health and well being, or the standard path of grown isn't what was sold to you. In this episode, I go through what different types of growth can look like.
If you are a tradeswoman 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!
Torqn is an innovative new platform & app that connects people in the Mining industry based on the commodities they mine and the equipment they own, use, fix or make. It's been exclusively designed for operators, engineers, maintainers, owners, suppliers and manufacturers to connect and share knowledge about equipment.
Use this link to download the app and support this podcast in the process https://torqnapp.sng.link/Ds3vd/pbvb/kfho

Tuesday Jan 14, 2025
Tuesday Jan 14, 2025
Often, people value the amount of time they put in or how many years they have been doing something, but doing something over and over again doesn't mean you know the most about it. Sometimes, you need to go deeper, be engaged, ask questions, and strive for more knowledge. In this episode, I discuss the difference between having years of experience and having an engaged experience.
If you are a tradeswoman 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/LouiseA

Tuesday Jan 07, 2025
Tuesday Jan 07, 2025
You may find yourself in a situation where you are being taught by another apprentice, or you are the apprentice doing the teaching. If you find yourself in that situation give this episode a listen for some things to be aware of along the way!
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

Thursday Jan 02, 2025
Thursday Jan 02, 2025
In this week's episode, I discuss the difference between habits and goals and ways to successfully adopt new habits!
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/

Tuesday Dec 24, 2024
Tuesday Dec 24, 2024
If you are a tradesperson who finds yourself lost for words when comments are made at you this is the episode for you. I go through the solution comeback method which can help you to quickly form something to say that also has an impact.
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 Jnine.
At Jnine you will find products that offer relief from your usual menstrual cycle problems or your more severe Endometriosis or PCOS symptoms. Along with all the essential products they require when Aunt Flow visits us, there are self-care and beauty products to help with other issues that the female hormone likes to throw at you.
Use the code louise10 for 10% off your first purchase
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Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
When we are looking for jobs as tradeswomen, it can be daunting, and it can be met with a lot of rejection. In this episode, I go through ways to manage this rejection so it does not stop you from achieving your goal.
If you are a tradeswoman 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!
Torqn is an innovative new platform & app that connects people in the Mining industry based on the commodities they mine and the equipment they own, use, fix or make. It's been exclusively designed for operators, engineers, maintainers, owners, suppliers and manufacturers to connect and share knowledge about equipment.
Use this link to download the app and support this podcast in the process https://torqnapp.sng.link/Ds3vd/pbvb/kfho

Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
So often, we want to trust other people. We want them to do or say certain things to make us feel safe, but other people are not reliable, unfortunately. We want to bring that trust back into ourselves. In this episode, I explain how to trust ourselves
If you are a tradeswoman 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/LouiseA

Tuesday Dec 03, 2024
Tuesday Dec 03, 2024
Two things can be true at once, in this episode I go through why it is important to let multiple feelings exist at once.
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

Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
Manufactures allowed job times are sometimes ridiculous and can start a spiral of self bullying, in this episode I go through some ways to stop this cycle to ensure self doubt isn't adding to your job times unnecessarily.
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/

Tuesday Nov 19, 2024
Tuesday Nov 19, 2024
People's words can hurt, especially when you are trying to be open to feedback to improve your technical skills. Unfortunately, not everyone is skilled at giving feedback, and sometimes, it does not come from a well-meaning space. In this episode, I share a technique—creating an emotional break wall to create some space between you and the person's words to prevent you from spiralling mentally.
Scholarship applications are open! They will be open until the 21st of November; if you have any questions, please contact me - louise@louiseazzopardi.com
Scholarship information -
Through our one-on-one coaching program, we will support you in defining your goals, tackling any obstacles, and becoming your most confident self.
The program is fully customised to you – helping you maximise your full potential and reach your goals.
Scholarship: $3000 (complete program cost covered)
Duration: 6 months
Commitment: 1-hour every fortnight
Format: Online and face-to-face meet and greet
Key Program Benefits:
- Boost confidence
- Define goals
- Tackle obstacles
- Form your path to leadership
SELECTION PROCESS
Our panel will review the nominations to ensure they meet the following key selection criteria.
Key Selection Criteria
Over 18
Tradeswomen and apprentices
Mechanics, fitters and Electricians
Based in NSW, Australia
Key Dates
Now – 21st November 2024– Accepting Nominations
25th November 2024 – Announcing Scholarship Winners
January 2025 – Program Begins
12th December – Face to face Meet and greet
Apply here