14. Unpacking Your Strengths with Norma Lehman

On this episode of Pressure Tested, host Kelly Roberts welcomes Norma Lehman, a woman who, in her own words, was a "late bloomer," diving into college in her thirties. But as you'll hear, Norma's journey, from a keen interior designer shaping healing environments to a force in architectural leadership, reveals a consistent truth: it was always about people. It’s about that quiet, fundamental drive to lift others up.

Norma's going to pull back the curtain on something fascinating: CliftonStrengths. She’ll show you why we've all been looking at it wrong, fixating on those so-called "lesser strengths." It's a common trap, one she'll admit to falling into herself, even with her own surprising revelation about "ideation." But trust me, it's not about patching up perceived weaknesses. It’s about recognizing and amplifying the raw power you already possess.

We'll dig into how to truly identify what ignites your personal engine, how to navigate those crucial career crossroads, and the evolving landscape of leadership – that vital shift from merely being a "boss" to becoming a "coach." Norma also lays bare the real challenges women face in industries often dominated by men, and that constant, almost universal tug-of-war between work and home life, the "blender" versus "splitter" dynamic.

And then there's Be Pro Be Proud. This isn't just some initiative; it's a mission. Imagine a mobile classroom, packed with cutting-edge AR and VR technology, rolling into schools, planting seeds of possibility in young minds. It's about showing kids that a path in skilled trades isn't just a job, it's a professional, lucrative, and deeply rewarding career. Because at the end of the day, success isn’t always about reaching the very top. Sometimes, it’s about finding that place where you can make the biggest difference, where your unique strengths can truly shine.