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Skilled Nation takes you inside the world of high-demand trades—welding, electrical, HVAC, industrial maintenance, and more.
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One Small Jobsite Mistake Can Cost Thousands | The Rework Tax (opens the original)
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A small mistake on a construction site can become a major expense once the walls close and the next trade moves in. So how can apprentices, journeymen and experienced crews catch problems before they trigger costly rework? Quality assurance inspector and electrical industry professional Will Lane joins Skilled Nation to break down the hidden “rework tax” created by missed details, misunderstood electrical codes, schedule pressure and poor communication. He shares a mistake from his first job as
Built by Hand: A Skilled Nation Labor Day Special (opens the original)
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This Labor Day, Skilled Nation celebrates the people whose skill, determination and craftsmanship keep America moving. Through stories from welders, electricians, HVAC professionals, builders, fabricators and more, this special episode explores the work happening behind the scenes, the dedication it takes to master a trade, and the pride that comes from building, fixing and creating something that matters. #SkilledNation #LaborDay #SkilledTrades #BlueCollar #SkilledWorkers #TradesCareers #Workfo
Skip the College-Only Mindset: How to Start a Career in the Skilled Trades (opens the original)
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College isn't the only path to a successful career, but for students interested in construction and the skilled trades, figuring out where to start can be the hardest part. In this episode of Skilled Nation, host Jimmy Rhoades talks with Corey Foster, Director of Workforce Development for the Arizona Chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America, about what it really takes to turn an interest in construction into a career. From CTE programs and apprenticeships to transportation, workp
Are We Pushing College Too Soon? The Skilled Careers Kids Never See (opens the original)
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What if we’re asking young people to choose a future before they’ve had the chance to see what’s possible? In this episode of Skilled Nation , host Jimmy Rhoades sits down with Dr. Chad Wilson, Superintendent of the East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) , to explore why career exposure needs to start earlier and why college shouldn’t be the only pathway students are encouraged to consider. From career and technical education (CTE) and hands-on learning to industry certifications and real-wo
AI and the Future of Skilled Trades: Why Technology Won’t Replace Technicians (opens the original)
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AI is changing the skilled trades, but what does that mean for the people doing the work? As homes get smarter, tools become more connected and artificial intelligence makes its way into the field, the job of an HVAC technician is beginning to evolve. But the biggest changes may not be the ones people expect. In this episode of Skilled Nation , host Jimmy Rhoades sits down with Jamie Quanrud of Resideo to look beyond the headlines and explore what the future of skilled work could really look lik
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