Teaching Grit: What Young People Can Learn From a Career in the Trades
When I visit schools to talk about the trades, I see a lot of curious faces. Some students are excited about hands-on work, while others are unsure. They have been told that success means going to university or getting an office job. But when I start talking about what the trades really teach, something changes. […]
Tools and Tenacity: How the Trades Build Confidence Beyond the Job Site
When I first picked up a toolbelt, I did not realize how much it would change me. I thought the trades were only about skill and strength, about wiring buildings or fixing problems. What I learned over time is that the trades build something even more important than structures. They build confidence. Working with your […]