{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Building Doors with Lauren Karan","title":"61. The Power of Calm Leadership: How Natasha Roy Leads in Times of Uncertainty","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2031,"description":"In this episode of Building Doors, host Lauren Karan sits down with Natasha Roy, General Manager of Operations at John Holland Group, to discuss the high-pressure world of infrastructure delivery, the importance of honesty in leadership, and how to create a culture of trust in an industry known for its relentless demands.\nWith nearly 30 years of experience, Natasha has led teams through economic downturns, workforce shortages, and high-stakes project decisions. She’s a firm believer that calm, transparency, and collaboration are the keys to thriving in this space—and she’s here to share exactly how she does it.\nFrom managing complex contracts to navigating the pressures of leadership as a mother of four, Natasha’s career is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and the power of putting people first.\n\nWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:\nLeadership & Decision-Making in High-Stakes Projects:\nWhy staying calm under pressure is a leader’s greatest asset.\nThe importance of truth in leadership—and how to foster a culture of honesty in teams.\nHow Natasha transitioned from Project Manager to General Manager in just three years.\nCulture & Team Dynamics:\nHow to work the problem, not the people—and why blame culture kills innovation.\nThe \"smile test\"—a simple way to gauge the health of a project’s culture.\nWhy your best people need to be on the toughest projects.\nNavigating Change & Career Growth:\nWhat leaders need to focus on to build a strong, sustainable construction industry.\nLessons from relocating to Darwin with a family of six—and why taking risks pays off.\nHow mentorship and allyship shaped Natasha’s career—and what she’s doing to pay it forward.\nBalancing Work, Life & Leadership:\nHow Natasha successfully juggled a demanding career and raising four kids.\nThe role of flexibility and understanding leadership in retaining top talent.\nWhy construction needs more diverse perspectives to thrive in the future.\n\nAbout Our Guest:\nNatasha Roy is an industry veteran with...","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}