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In this conversation, Anna Moynihan, co-founder of TaskHer, shares her journey from a varied background in television production and marketing to creating a platform that connects homeowners with tradeswomen. She discusses the challenges faced in building Tasker, the importance of verification for tradeswomen, and the mission to normalize women in trades. The conversation also touches on the role of social media in promoting TaskHer and future plans for expansion.

Key Takeaways:

• Anna has a varied background in television and marketing.
• TaskHer was born from personal experiences in finding tradespeople.
• The platform aims to connect homeowners with tradeswomen.
• Verification of tradeswomen is crucial for customer safety.
• Building TaskHer involved overcoming significant challenges.
• The mission is to normalize women in trades and change perceptions.
• Social media plays a key role in TaskHer's marketing strategy.
• Future plans include expanding to new cities and enhancing the platform.
• TaskHer offers a free platform for tradeswomen to use.
• Community support and partnerships are essential for growth.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Background

04:50 The Birth of TaskHer

09:51 Understanding TaskHer's Functionality

14:48 Verification and Trust in Tradeswomen

19:42 Challenges Faced in Building TaskHer

24:50 Mission and Goals of TaskHer

29:41 The Role of Social Media in Promotion

34:50 Future Plans and Expansion

39:39 Quickfire Questions and Personal Insights

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In this conversation, Sharon Norton-Marshall shares her journey from being a decorator for 25 years to becoming a health coach focused on improving the mental health and well-being of decorators and tradespeople. She discusses her personal struggles with mental health, the importance of active listening, and the need for mind expansion. Sharon emphasizes the significance of nutrition and supplements in maintaining health, particularly for women experiencing hormonal changes. The conversation also touches on the balance between her dual roles as a decorator and health coach, highlighting the importance of self-care and community support. In this engaging conversation, Laura and Sharon discuss the balance between indulgence and achieving health goals, the importance of nurturing clients through their journeys, and the significance of movement and recovery in maintaining physical health. They explore how spraying has revolutionized the decorating trade, allowing for better time management and improved mental health. Along with the evolution of community support among female decorators. Finally, they share quickfire questions that reveal personal preferences and insights into their experiences in the trade.

Key Takeaways

• Sharon has been a decorator for about 25 years.
• She transitioned to health coaching to help tradespeople improve their lives.
• Mental health is a significant issue in the trades community.
• Active listening is crucial for emotional support.
• Women face unique health challenges, especially during hormonal changes.
• Nutrition and supplements play a vital role in overall health.
• Sharon enjoys working with clients on weight loss and health improvements.
• It's essential to get regular health check-ups and blood tests.
• Health should be prioritized over appearance in the journey to wellness. It's all about balance when it comes to indulgence and health goals.
• Nurturing clients can involve psychological coaching.
• Sugar is highly addictive and can impact weight loss.
• Small changes can lead to significant health improvements.
• Spraying can enhance efficiency and mental well-being in decorating.
• Finding joy in work is crucial for mental health.
• Sharing experiences can help others in the industry.
• Time management is essential for decorators to maintain work-life balance.
• Community support among tradespeople is invaluable.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Decorating and Health Coaching

02:13 Mental Health Struggles in the Trade

05:22 The Importance of Normalizing Conversations

09:03 Active Listening and Emotional Awareness

11:47 Women’s Mental Health and Hormonal Changes

16:02 Health Coaching: Client Profiles and Approaches

24:41 The Role of Supplements in Health

36:24 Balancing Decorating and Health Coaching

40:33 Cravings and Comfort Foods

43:56 Injury Management and Strength Training

47:36 The Transformation of Mental Health through Spraying

52:38 Finding Balance in Work and Life

58:22 Community and Support in the Trade

01:04:02 Resilience and Learning from Setbacks

01:09:22 Future Aspirations and Trade Insights

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In this conversation, Rosie, a skilled stonemason and stone carver, shares her journey into the trade, the skills and tools required, and the importance of patience in her work. She discusses the challenges of working with natural stone, the balance between carving and masonry, and the dynamics of working in a family business. Rosie also touches on the impact of social media on her trade, the unique challenges faced as a female mason, and the significance of family support in managing stress and burnout. Throughout the conversation, she highlights her passion for her craft and the joy of creating bespoke pieces of art from stone. She shares her favorite projects and the excitement of customization in her work, along with insights into the challenges she faces as a woman in a traditionally male-dominated field.

Key Takeaways

• Rosie's journey into stonemasonry began unexpectedly through her father's influence.
• Patience is essential in stonemasonry, as it is a slow and meticulous process.
• Each piece of stone has unique characteristics that affect the carving process.
• Working with natural stone requires understanding its properties and how to adapt to them.
• Rosie enjoys both carving and masonry, with a preference for carving in the summer.
• Balancing work and personal life can be challenging in a family business.
• Social media plays a significant role in promoting her work and connecting with others in the trade.
• As a female mason, Rosie has faced challenges but feels that mindsets are changing.
• Pricing for bespoke stonework can be misunderstood by customers.
• Rosie's favourite projects are those that allow for creative expression and unique designs.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Stonemasonry and Family Legacy

03:08 The Art and Skill of Stonemasonry

05:59 Working with Natural Stone: Challenges and Techniques

08:56 Balancing Work and Personal Life in a Family Business

12:01 The Role of Social Media in Modern Stonemasonry

14:52 Navigating Gender Dynamics in the Trade

17:53 Creating Unique Art Pieces in Stonemasonry

24:28 The Art of Stone Carving: A Journey of Trial and Error

28:48 Challenges in Large-Scale Projects

31:03 Creative Highlights: Favorite Projects and Inspirations

33:26 Quickfire Questions: Personal Preferences and Insights