The Builder Upper Show
In this She Builds Nation Special episode, we talk to Andrea Janssen, a certified executive coach, founder and CEO of Ambition Theory, and host of the "Ambition Theory Women in Construction" podcast. Andrea shares her journey from career coach to construction industry leadership expert, despite having no prior construction background. She discusses the critical distinction between mentorship and sponsorship, common obstacles women face in male-dominated sectors, and the importance of transformational leadership in today's construction industry. Andrea's unique perspective as someone who learned construction through helping women advance into leadership positions allows her to coach differently, focusing on transformational approaches that yield exponential rather than incremental growth.
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Andrea Janzen
Founder & CEO, Ambition Theory
Andrea Janssen is a certified executive coach, founder and CEO of Ambition Theory, a company dedicated to advancing women in leadership roles, particularly in male-dominated industries like construction. She is also the host of the "Ambition Theory Women in Construction" podcast. Andrea's journey into construction began unexpectedly, as she transitioned from a career coach to a leadership expert in the field. Her work focuses on shifting from mentorship to sponsorship to empower women and creating inclusive workplaces. She advocates for transformational leadership models, which she believes women naturally excel at, though they are often underutilized in industries that traditionally reward transactional leadership skills.
