In episode 22 of Breaking Walls we sit down with Metalworker, Entrepreneur, and the host of PBS’ A Craftsman’s Legacy, Eric Gorges, for a conversation about ways and reasons to change careers midstream. Eric once worked in the 9-5 world. After a life altering series of events put his health in jeopardy, he left that world to pursue something that meant more to him and in that, discovered metalworking. He is the owner of Voodoo Choppers in Detroit where he builds custom motorcycles. Eric also hosts PBS’ A Craftsman’s Legacy, which is about to enter its second season. Eric interviews other craftsman in their element, works with them, and viewers and Eric alike learn something new. None of this could have happened if he didn’t take risks along the way.

Highlights

• What caused Eric to question the 9-5 life and ultimately leave that world

• How Eric became involved in metalworking

• The difference between working for someone else and running your own business

• What drives Eric creatively

• Advice on ways to get out of the 9-5 world if you’re looking to

• Advice on following your heart

• How A Craftsman’s Legacy was put together

• Eric’s relationship with PBS and, program sponsor, Ford

• What is progressive perfection

Season 2 of A Craftsman’s Legacy will be rolling out in U.S. markets on PBS starting 9.6.2015. For more information about when Season 2 will begin airing near you, go here:

http://www.craftsmanslegacy.com/

To join the Legacy Society and see all of Season 1 for free, go here:

http://www.craftsmanslegacy.com/user/login

To see Eric’s custom motorcycle’s, Visit Voodoo Choppers here:

http://voodoochoppers.com

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