Professional Arborist Holly Carroll on Women in Arboriculture, Tree Surgery & Outdoor Careers

<p>Professional arborist Holly Carroll shares her inspiring journey from working in a garden centre to building a successful career in arboriculture and tree surgery. Now a respected arborist and brand ambassador, Holly opens up about working in a male-dominated industry, representing women in arboriculture, and the realities of life in professional tree work.</p><p>In this episode, she shares practical tree work safety insights, lessons learned on the job, and advice for anyone considering a career in outdoor trades. Her passion for arboriculture, climbing, and the outdoors is infectious, in a good way!</p><p>Plus, hear the heartwarming story of Atlas — the puppy she and her partner rescued from the Atlas Mountains — and how adventure continues to shape both her life and career.</p><p><br/></p><p><b>Key  topics:</b></p><ul><li>Women in trades</li><li>Tree climbing safety</li><li>Brand ambassador journey</li></ul><p><b>Follow me: </b></p><p>Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/lifeofafemaletradie_/?hl=en'>@lifeofafemaletradie_ </a></p><p>Facebook:<a href='https://www.facebook.com/people/Life-Of-A-Female-Tradie-Podcast/61579195406975/?_rdr'> Life Of A Female Tradie</a></p><p>Youtube: <a href='https://www.youtube.com/@Lifeofafemaletradiepodcast'>@lifeofafemaletradiepodcast</a></p><p><b>Follow Guest: </b></p><p>Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/hollywood_trees/'>@Hollywood_trees </a></p><p>Facebook: <a href='https://www.facebook.com/people/Hollywood-Trees/61561038863456/'>Hollywood Trees</a></p><p><br/></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Holly Carroll, the Arborist</p><p>04:45 The Apprenticeship Experience</p><p>10:38 Safety and Close Calls in Tree Work</p><p>16:02 Customer Interactions and Experiences</p><p>20:55 The Thrill of Rigging</p><p>26:13 Dietary Choices and Their Impact</p><p>31:10 Becoming a Brand Ambassador</p><p>39:39 Finding Atlas: A Heartwarming Story</p><p>46:25 Exciting Opportunities at the Harrogate Flower Show</p><p>53:07 Exploring Alternative Trades and Future Guests</p><p>01:00:14 – Thank you’s</p><p>01:00:23 Follow Like Share</p><p><br/></p><p><b>Resources:</b></p><p><a href='https://www.steinworldwide.com/'>Stein Workwear </a></p><p><a href='https://www.flowershow.org.uk/'>Harrogate Flower Show</a> </p><p><a href='https://dartinternationaluk.org/'>DART - Disaster Arborist Response Team </a></p><p><br/></p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2407451/fan_mail/new">Did you enjoy this e