{"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.With 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.From 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.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Leadership & Decision-Making in High-Stakes Projects:Why staying calm under pressure is a leader’s greatest asset.The importance of truth in leadership—and how to foster a culture of honesty in teams.How Natasha transitioned from Project Manager to General Manager in just three years.Culture & Team Dynamics:How to work the problem, not the people—and why blame culture kills innovation.The \"smile test\"—a simple way to gauge the health of a project’s culture.Why your best people need to be on the toughest projects.Navigating Change & Career Growth:What leaders need to focus on to build a strong, sustainable construction industry.Lessons from relocating to Darwin with a family of six—and why taking risks pays off.How mentorship and allyship shaped Natasha’s career—and what she’s doing to pay it forward.Balancing Work, Life & Leadership:How Natasha successfully juggled a demanding career and raising four kids.The role of flexibility and understanding leadership in retaining top talent.Why construction needs more diverse perspectives to thrive in the future.About Our Guest:Natasha Roy is an industry veteran with nearly three decades of...","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}