Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Monique Strong.

President of the Atlanta Chapter of the National Association of Black Women in Construction (NABWIC). Here's a breakdown of the key highlights and takeaways:

🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways 1. Breaking Barriers in Construction
Monique Strong is a trailblazer in a traditionally male-dominated and white-dominated industry.
She leads NABWIC’s Atlanta chapter, advocating for leadership, equity, and professional development for Black women in construction.

2. What “Construction” Really Means
Construction isn’t just hard hats and manual labor—it includes:

General contracting
Project management
Estimating
Safety coordination
Architecture and engineering
Business ownership and development

3. Legacy and Inspiration
Monique’s passion for construction was inspired by her grandfathers and her grandmother, who helped build the home she grew up in.
Her journey includes a degree in engineering from Clark Atlanta University and further training in construction management.

4. Challenges and Triumphs
Faced skepticism from family and industry peers.
Overcame stereotypes and isolation as a young Black woman in construction.
Emphasizes the importance of knowing who you are and embracing your identity as a woman in the field.

5. The Power of Mentorship and Community
NABWIC provides a supportive network for women at all stages of their construction careers.
Weekly calls, mentorship, and shared resources help members grow and succeed.

6. Why Diversity in Construction Matters
Diversity reflects the makeup of the country and brings innovation and detail-oriented excellence to the field.
Inclusion in leadership and contracting opportunities is essential for equity and community development.

💬 Notable Quotes
“You don’t have to be hard. You just have to be hungry.”
“We are the unicorns people are looking for.”
“I like to take something that’s nothing and make it something.”

🎯 Advice for Women in Construction
Get involved with a community like NABWIC that supports your growth.
Seek mentorship from women at all stages—beginning, middle, and end of their careers.
Embrace your uniqueness and use it to lead and innovate.

#BEST

#STRAW

#SHMS

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed&nbsp;Monique Strong.
President of the Atlanta Chapter of the National Association of Black Women in Construction (NABWIC). Here's a breakdown of the key highlights and takeaways:
<hr>
🔑 Key Themes &amp; Takeaways 1. Breaking Barriers in Construction
<ul>
<li>Monique Strong is a trailblazer in a traditionally male-dominated and white-dominated industry.</li>
<li>She leads NABWIC&rsquo;s Atlanta chapter, advocating for leadership, equity, and professional development for Black women in construction.</li>
</ul>
2. What &ldquo;Construction&rdquo; Really Means
<ul>
<li>Construction isn&rsquo;t just hard hats and manual labor&mdash;it includes:
<ul>
<li>General contracting</li>
<li>Project management</li>
<li>Estimating</li>
<li>Safety coordination</li>
<li>Architecture and engineering</li>
<li>Business ownership and development</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
3. Legacy and Inspiration
<ul>
<li>Monique&rsquo;s passion for construction was inspired by her grandfathers and her grandmother, who helped build the home she grew up in.</li>
<li>Her journey includes a degree in engineering from Clark Atlanta University and further training in construction management.</li>
</ul>
4. Challenges and Triumphs
<ul>
<li>Faced skepticism from family and industry peers.</li>
<li>Overcame stereotypes and isolation as a young Black woman in construction.</li>
<li>Emphasizes the importance of knowing who you are and embracing your identity as a woman in the field.</li>
</ul>
5. The Power of Mentorship and Community
<ul>
<li>NABWIC provides a supportive network for women at all stages of their construction careers.</li>
<li>Weekly calls, mentorship, and shared resources help members grow and succeed.</li>
</ul>
6. Why Diversity in Construction Matters
<ul>
<li>Diversity reflects the makeup of the country and brings innovation and detail-oriented excellence to the field.</li>
<li>Inclusion in leadership and contracting opportunities is essential for equity and community development.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
💬 Notable Quotes
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;You don&rsquo;t have to be hard. You just have to be hungry.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;We are the unicorns people are looking for.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;I like to take something that&rsquo;s nothing and make it something.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🎯 Advice for Women in Construction
<ul>
<li>Get involved with a community like NABWIC that supports your growth.</li>
<li>Seek mentorship from women at all stages&mdash;beginning, middle, and end of their careers.</li>
<li>Embrace your uniqueness and use it to lead and innovate.</li>
</ul>
#BEST
#STRAW
#SHMS

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News to Know: She proudly serves as "The Voice of Black Women in Construction."

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