Devils Advocate: Trades Edition
Devils Advocate: Trades Edition
Lisas Show
Lisa McGrath

Personal Growth, Leadership, and Mental Health in the Trades with Jill Drader

S2 E40 • Aug 27, 2025 • 56 mins

In this episode, Lisa McGrath welcomes Jill Drader to discuss personal growth and the challenges of leadership. Jill shares her techniques for personal development, handling difficult personalities, and fostering a safe work environment. They delve into the impact of workplace culture and the pitfalls of inauthentic leadership, emphasizing the importance of intentional networking and positive feedback. The conversation touches on building a positive work environment, educational change, and addressing mental health in the trades. Jill also shares insights on balancing motherhood, coping with loneliness, and fostering realistic ambitions. The episode concludes with a discussion on lifelong learning, adaptability, and upcoming events.

Key Points

  • Jill Drader emphasizes the importance of embracing change and facing uncomfortable truths to foster personal growth and effective leadership.
  • The high suicide rates among men in trades highlight the need for creating safe, supportive environments where mental health discussions are normalized and encouraged.
  • Building a positive and inclusive work culture requires intentional efforts to nurture employees, promote transparency, and encourage authentic connections.
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