Building Foundations within Construction and Property

Adewole Ademolake, MRICS, on the power of collaboration and the importance of resilience.

In this episode of the Building Foundations podcast I am joined by Adewole Ademolake, a Chartered Development Manager, and the author of the Alake Dreaming blog. Adewole writes a blog which really showcases the journey of a Surveyor but also more about the industry as a whole - a must read! During Adewole's career to date he has faced many obstacles and quite frankly barriers which many may run away from but with pure passion for the sector and a burning desire to get to where he wants to be.. Adewole is now a Chartered Surveyor doing the job he loves. In this episode we talk all about; - Adewole's career to date and the obstacles he has faced. - Why having family support and role models has been pivotal for him. - Graduating with Building Surveying but moving into Development. - Not passing your APC first time and why that isn't the end. - The difference between working in the public and private sector. - Struggling to get your first role and why you must persevere. - The role of a Development Manager. Plus so much more, including lots of advice! A truly inspiring, motivating, and insightful conversation. To connect with Adewole go here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adewole-ademolake/ To see his blog go here: https://www.alakedreaming.com/

An episode with Lisa Molloy the author of 'Molly in Construction' and Chartered Surveyor

In this episode of the Building Foundations podcast I am joined by Lisa Molloy, a Chartered Quantity Surveyor by background having moved up to Commercial Director level before setting up her own consultancy. Lisa has over 20 years Construction experience and has amazing project experience including working on various megastructures (take a look at Lisa's LinkedIn to see some examples). Alongside working within the Industry Lisa also plays her part in trying to tackle the skills shortage we have, including; spending days within schools (listen to find out more) and most recently being the author of 'Molly in Construction' - a book designed for children. In this episode we talk all about; - Lisa's career to date and how she got there - The work Lisa does to tackle the skills shortage - Why it's so important to educate children and parents when it comes to Construction - Projects Lisa has worked on Plus so much more! Lisa was an absolute pleasure to speak to and I admire her genuine passion for the industry and the work she is putting in to make the industry even better. To connect with Lisa go here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-molloy-mrics-mcinstces-0074501a/ and to order a copy of Lisa's book go here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Molly-Construction-Lisa-Molloy/dp/1838751440/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=molly+in+construction&qid=1618246259&sr=8-1 (plus most other retailers)

The war for talent & life at Fisher German with Maria Hawley

In todays episode of the Building Foundations Podcast I talk to Maria Hawley, a HR Director at Fisher German, about her journey into the Property industry via the HR route. Additionally we talk about; - Hiring at Fisher German including; graduate programmes, apprenticeships and experienced hires. - Advice for Graduates - What Fisher German do - The war for talent - Challenges and opportunities within the Property and Construction sector & so much more! Maria was a pleasure to speak to, very passionate about her area of expertise, and provides some fantastic advice for others. To contact Maria please reach out to her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-hawley-fcipd-7850543a/

Today we talk Town Planning with Judith Onuh

In todays episode of the Building Foundations Podcast I talk to Judith Onuh, a Chartered Town Planner, about her journey into the Construction and Property industry. Additionally we talk about; - What made Judith choose Town Planning? - Advice for Undergrads and Postgrads. - Interview and job seeking advice for those looking for that first role. - The process of becoming MRTPI. - We discuss Diversity and Inclusion. - What the future of the high-street might look like? - Plus other issues facing the industry. Judith was a pleasure to speak to, very passionate about her area of expertise, and provides some fantastic advice for others. To contact Judith please reach out to her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judith-onuh-mrtpi-1981b9136/

The importance of finding your passion with Maria Wiedner

In this episode of 'Building Foundations' I am delighted to have been joined by Maria Wiedner which is very fitting as yesterday we celebrated International Women's Day and Maria is the CEO of RE:Women (Real Estate Women). Alongside this Maria is the CEO of Cambridge Finance who found a gap in the market with regards to Real Estate finance training and financial modelling. In this episode we discuss; How can we make an impact? Diversity and Inclusion including the difficult conversation we need to have Marias career to date and her move to the UK Becoming Chartered via direct entry How we can attract others into the industry and advice for them The power of networking Advice for those who are juggling work, business, childcare etc - including what not to do Plus so much more! Please join Maria and the volunteers at RE:Women with their Anti-Racism Manifesto - https://rewomen.org/2020/09/12/rewomen-manifesto-for-an-anti-racist-built-environment/ Maria is such a knowledgeable individual who is striving to make an impact. To reach out to Maria please go to her LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariawiedner/ or https://cambridgerefinance.com/. I hope you've enjoyed listening to this and please tune in next week for Episode 6.