DiscoverThe Atomic Construction Podcast"From Healthcare, to Hard Hats": with Peggy Aschenbrenner
"From Healthcare, to Hard Hats": with Peggy Aschenbrenner

"From Healthcare, to Hard Hats": with Peggy Aschenbrenner

Update: 2025-06-19
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In this episode of Atomic Construction, Kevin Hohe sits down with Peggy Aschenbrenner to trace her bold journey from the world of healthcare leadership into the fast-paced construction industry.


Peggy shares how a strict upbringing and a strong work ethic shaped her early career, her experiences leading through the chaos of COVID-19, and why she ultimately made the leap into construction.


They explore what it takes to lead with values, adapt across industries, and build a workplace culture that empowers people to thrive. From ethical challenges in healthcare to scheduling challenges in construction, Peggy’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and purpose.


Key Takeaways

  • Peggy’s disciplined childhood instilled responsibility and independence
  • She worked multiple jobs and graduated college early
  • Transitioned from sales to leadership roles in healthcare
  • COVID-19 reinforced her need for change and values-driven leadership
  • Her husband played a key role in supporting her demanding career
  • Moving into construction gave her new energy and opportunity
  • She believes people in construction are generous with knowledge


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"From Healthcare, to Hard Hats": with Peggy Aschenbrenner

"From Healthcare, to Hard Hats": with Peggy Aschenbrenner