Tag: United States Construction
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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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What is Labor Day and Why Do We Celebrate It?
Labor Day is a holiday that many of us look forward to each year. It marks the unofficial end of summer, offering a chance to relax, spend time with family and friends, and enjoy a long weekend. But beyond the barbecues and parades that often mark the weekend, Labor Day holds a deeper significance that…
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What are the Building Trades?
You’ve likely heard someone say something like, “There’s a lot of opportunity in the building trades right now” (there is, by the way!) or, “She works in the building trades.” If you’ve scratched your head wondering what exactly the building trades are, if and how building trades jobs are different from “construction jobs,” or if…
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Is Construction a Good Career for the Future?
When it comes to planning our future careers, it’s essential to choose paths that not only align with our interests and offer stability, but also promise growth. But in a world that’s constantly changing, it can feel difficult to pinpoint what the “good” options are.
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Exciting Jobs in Construction
When people think of construction, images of hard hats and heavy machinery often come to mind. However, the world of construction is far more diverse and adventurous than many might imagine.
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Celebrating Labor Day: Honoring Those Who Built Our Nation
Labor Day, a widely celebrated holiday in the United States, holds a rich history that goes beyond just marking the end of summer. It’s more than just a reason for a day off or a reason to fire up the grill — Labor Day is a tribute to the hard work, dedication, and struggles of…
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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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The Building Trades Make Summer Travel and Vacations Possible
As summer rolls around, many of us can’t help but feel that familiar itch to explore new places, soak up the sun, and make unforgettable memories. But have you ever stopped to think about all that goes into making those incredible destinations, travel, and experiences possible?
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Black History in the Trades: Constructing an Inclusive Future
Constructing the future is more than choosing a trade, learning a craft, and building a career. Today, anyone has the opportunity to have a career in the construction trades with safe working conditions, benefits, and good pay, but that hasn’t always been the case. In honor of Black History Month, this post is about how…
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Labor Day: A Day to Celebrate the American Trades Worker
Have you ever wondered what Labor Day is all about? Is it merely a day dedicated to resting from our labor, firing up the grill, and celebrating the unofficial end of summer? Or is there something more to it? While Labor Day is a day marked for celebration, camaraderie, and rest, the observance of the…