{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Building Doors with Lauren Karan","title":"38. Growth in business and leadership lessons with Michael Leighton","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2017,"description":"Michael is the Chief Operating Officer for McKenzie Group Consulting, an industry leader in regulatory and compliance advisory services to the building industry, and part of the Bureau Veritas Group – a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification services. With a Bachelor of Applied Science in Construction Management from Queensland University of Technology and an Unrestricted Building Surveyor certification, Michael has been instrumental in delivering statutory and consulting services for some of the nation’s most significant construction projects since joining McKenzie Group in 2007. His tenure includes a pivotal role as the QLD State Manager from 2016 to 2022, followed by his promotion to Chief Operating Officer in 2023. In his current capacity, Michael spearheads a major restructure while overseeing the operations and 145 employees spread across the country.In this episode, we delve into the journey of career progression with our guest Michael, who shares insightful perspectives on building a career through various stages within a business. From unexpected career paths to the pivotal role of practical experience, Michael highlights the importance of ambition, flexibility, and resilience in achieving professional success.We cover his rise from regional through to national leadership and discuss:Keeping an open mind in our career path How practical experience is the true indicator of career goals Why we should look beyond just a job Balancing ambition and family How we evolve as a leader through the growth and acquisition of a business How our childhood shapes our resilience in leadership The challenge of addressing industry shortages The podcast concludes with a discussion on self-compassion and learning from mistakes, emphasizing the importance of being kind to oneself and embracing growth opportunities in the construction industry.  Michael's journey offers valuable insights into navigating the intricacies of career growth, emphasizing the...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/rcJTQ5eXITvLdAogYDlhRpa2ZvZlMeipr6w7MvQqkqs/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzM1NTExLzE2Njgz/OTU0OTQtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}