How to Start a Construction Business: From Domestic Violence Survivor to Successful Electrician
The Book of Balance: Startup Stories, Business Growth & Entrepreneur Insights · 2025-12-22 · 47 min
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In this powerful episode, Patricia Oholeguy interviews Lea Lamela, a domestic violence survivor who rebuilt her life through skilled trades and became a successful woman electrician and construction consultant. Lea shares how she went from a women's shelter to founding Sparky Life Solutions, a construction consulting company helping small business owners with leadership, company culture, and retention strategies. Learn why skilled trades offer better ROI than college degrees, how women can break into male-dominated fields, and why soft skills matter more than technical expertise for business growth. Essential listening for women entrepreneurs, construction professionals, and anyone considering a career change in 2025. Grab your Episodes Notes: Membership Information: Bookkeeping Services: Mentioned in this episode: Saturday Series: Tax Season 12 Episodes about tax preparation Want to Set a Time and Meet our Team?