I am the current founder and CEO of Well Works, developing and implementing essential construction "people" skills programs, workshops, training, coaching, and consulting for those working in and with the construction industry. Years in Construction: 20+My Story:I have worked in the construction industry for over twenty years now. I was a PM for a fantastic mid-size commercial GC. Those of you working in the industry know that as a Project Manager, my main role was to support the project superintendents and field leaders to ensure they had everything they needed to keep moving on the project, including the contracts, materials, budgets, changes, and decisions from the design teams and owner. I loved it! In 2013, I had my first kiddo, and to create a healthier balance, I accepted the offer to adjust my role to Director of Training (and part-time PM). Both of these roles provided a critical perspective in that the success of our teams and projects relied not only on the management and technical aspects but even more so on the essential skills of the team members (leadership, emotional intelligence, communication, etc.) and that this type of training and information was greatly lacking for not only our office folks but more so for our critical "boots on the ground" team members. Years later, tired of looking for, waiting, or trying to explain to those outside the industry what we needed, I rolled up my sleeves and earned a Master's in Adult Education and Training. I then set off to develop a program to help support our industry and field leaders by providing these resources, skills, and information. This is how the #WWLDP and Well Works came into existence.My role as support for those who work in the field still holds true today. My support has simply shifted to provide essential skills and tools. My programs and services focus mainly on skills like emotional intelligence, critical thinking, problem-solving, effective communication, decision-making, planning, self-control, motivational regulation, and self-awareness. It is strategically built and optimized to support and reach our field employees (Trades, Supers, Carpenters, Foreman, etc.). It is infused with neuroscience, social psychology, and cognitive learning tools but translated and delivered so that we can access, relate to, absorb, and utilize the content best within the industry.
