On this episode of With Her Two Hands, we're thrilled to be joined by Dezire Grafton, a dedicated automotive technician at Toyota and a resilient mother of three. Dez, as she prefers to be called, dove into the world of automotive repair somewhat later in life, transforming her initial curiosity into a flourishing career through sheer determination and relentless self-education. Starting with a challenging project on a mk2 Supra, Dez's journey is a testament to the power of passion and perseverance. Despite not having natural mechanical inclinations, she utilized her artistic skills to master complex concepts, drawing diagrams to learn component names, which propelled her to the top of her class. Now, balancing a demanding job, health issues, and a bustling home life, Dez continues to break stereotypes in a male-dominated field, inspiring with her story of pushing past societal expectations to pursue what she loves.
Join host Bogi as she delves into the challenges and triumphs of balancing health, motherhood, and a career in the trades with Dez. Whether it's overcoming the physical demands of working while pregnant or finding support in unexpected places, this episode is a deep dive into what it takes to keep moving forward against all odds.
Don't miss this powerful episode! Be sure to like, comment, and follow, and come back every Wednesday for more inspiring stories from women who are making their mark in the trades. Tune in on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform to hear how Dez juggles it all with grit and grace.
This week’s episode proudly brought to you by DriveTime
Learn More about DriveTime ~ https://jobs.drivetime.com/
Check out this week’s guest here: https://www.instagram.com/deezyweezylemonsqueezy
***
Join us LIVE on YouTube and Facebook every Wednesday for new episodes, and every Monday for a new archived episode! Or listen on your favorite podcast platform anytime!
***
Make sure to subscribe and follow along on social media
Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/withhertwohands
Facebook ~ https://www.facebook.com/withhertwohands
Listen to the audio version of past episodes https://www.withhertwohands.com
And follow your host - Bogi!
Instagram ~ https://instagram.com/bogisgarage
Facebook ~ https://facebook.com/bogisgarage
Website ~ https://www.bogisgarage.com
https://www.girlganggarage.com
132 - Master Tech before her 21st birthday!
131 - Carrying on Jesse Combs’ Mission, Inspiring the Next Generation of Trailblazers
130 - Air Cooled VDubs are the Gateway Drug!
129 - Persistence and determination wins. Total newbie becomes Automotive Painter’s apprentice.
128 - Started racing when she was 8yrs old - becomes 2022 NHRA Rookie of the Year
127 - When you lead with passion - success follows. This young mechanic built and insane lifted off road 1990 Lexus LS400!
126 - Burnt out on working in health care this women pursued her passion as a race car driver and mechanic
123 - From daddy’s girl to the sole mechanic at a water company.
65.Third Time’s A Charm for an Automotive Powerhouse
64. Self Taught to Custom Restoration Shop
62. Female Welder and Welding Instructor Shares Industry Wisdom
61. Under the Hood with Eileen Hershman: Insights from a Lifelong Technician
60. Crafting Excellence: One Woman's Journey in Auto Body Mastery
59. Talented Female TIG welder shares her journey.
57. Driving Change: A Woman's Passion for Promoting Women in the Automotive Trades
55. From Nail Tech to Auto Tech: One Woman's Journey of Reinvention
54. At 22 years old she's already a successful Diesel Tech, Shop Owner and Volunteer Firefighter
53. Passionate & Insightful Journeyman Auto Tech shares her journey.
51. Inspiring the next generation: a tribute to the impact 1 teacher can have
50. 3D Print Manufacturing Engineer with connections to SEMA Garage
Create your
podcast in
minutes
It is Free
Just Dumb Enough Podcast
Voices of Misery Podcast
House of Whimsical Terror
Stuff You Should Know
Timcast IRL