Tag: benefits
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America’s New Millionaires: How Skilled Trades are Building Significant Wealth
A recent article in the Wall Street Journal highlighted a growing trend: America’s newest class of millionaires includes plumbers, HVAC technicians, and other skilled tradespeople. This story shows that careers in the trades are more than just stable jobs—they’re pathways to high earnings and long-term success.
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When the Unexpected Happens: How the Trades Support You Through Life’s Challenges
Life has a way of surprising us. No matter how carefully we plan, sometimes unexpected challenges—like a sudden illness, a family emergency, or even a major health crisis—force us to shift gears. That’s why having a career that provides stability, security, AND support when you need it most is so important.
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Why You Don’t Need a Four-Year Degree to Make a Great Living
In today’s world, the pressure to attend a four-year college is immense. How many of us have heard, “If you want a good, high-paying job, you have to go to college”? Likely all of us, and more times than we count.
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How a Career in the Trades is Like an Endless Summer Adventure
Summer is a season of growth, energy, and opportunity. When you think of summer, you likely think of months filled with outdoor activities, community gatherings, and a sense of renewal. Summer is light, bright, and brimming with adventure and endless possibilities.
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How Job Satisfaction Enhances Mental Health and Well-Being in the Trades
How important is it to be “happy” at work? And how much does your work impact your “happiness”? Very and a lot, according to many recent studies.
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The Gift of the Trades: Great Pay, Paid Time Off, and So Much More
As the festive season unfolds with its sparkling lights and heartfelt celebrations, we often reflect on the joys and blessings in our lives. For those in the building trades, this season is met with an added layer of appreciation and joy, thanks to the exceptional benefits offered by a career in this field.
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Building Gratitude: Why Trades Workers Love Their Careers
Ask any tradesperson what they’re thankful for, and you’ll often hear this: my career.
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The Freedoms of a Good Career in the Building Trades
In America, we enjoy many freedoms. We are lucky to have the freedom to think, act, speak, gather, and pursue our passions, not only personally, but in our careers as well.
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A Good Living in the Trades – Good Pay, Vacation Time, Retirement Income, and Other Benefits
There’s nothing more satisfying than a job well done. But what might be even more satisfying is the day off after you finish a hard week’s work. All work and no play is no way to live. We don’t get up and go to work every day for the sake of working, we get up…
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A Job You Can Be Proud of in the Construction Trades
We spend nearly 30 percent of our lives working, yet over 50% of U.S. workers aren’t satisfied with their jobs. When you spend so much of your precious time and life at work, finding a career that’s fulfilling and rewarding should be of the utmost importance.