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In this episode, Jeff and Danny explore current workforce data and projections from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), focusing on the growing demand for skilled trades professionals across the United States.
They discuss how industries like construction, energy, and infrastructure are creating increased demand for roles such as welders, carpenters, electricians, plumbers, and HVAC technicians. The conversation also highlights newer opportunities connected to renewable energy systems, electrification, and AI-driven infrastructure development.
The hosts break down median wage insights, job security trends, and long-term employment projections, showing why trades careers continue to outperform expectations in stability and earning potential.
They also emphasize the importance of awareness, mentorship, and training programs to help close the gap between open positions and available skilled workers.
guest links
Twitter - https://twitter.com/JeffMudd
LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/jeffmudd
Website - https://thetradespodcast.com/
key topics
Chapters
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Website
https://www.thetradespodcast.com
Hosted by
Jeff Mudd and Danny Torres
The Trades Podcast features real conversations with business owners, trades leaders, and industry innovators making an impact in the skilled trades community.
Support the Trades Movement
If this episode inspires you, share it with someone in the trades or anyone thinking about starting a home-services business. Like, comment, and subscribe to help more people discover these conversations.
By Jeff Mudd, Danny Torres5
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In this episode, Jeff and Danny explore current workforce data and projections from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), focusing on the growing demand for skilled trades professionals across the United States.
They discuss how industries like construction, energy, and infrastructure are creating increased demand for roles such as welders, carpenters, electricians, plumbers, and HVAC technicians. The conversation also highlights newer opportunities connected to renewable energy systems, electrification, and AI-driven infrastructure development.
The hosts break down median wage insights, job security trends, and long-term employment projections, showing why trades careers continue to outperform expectations in stability and earning potential.
They also emphasize the importance of awareness, mentorship, and training programs to help close the gap between open positions and available skilled workers.
guest links
Twitter - https://twitter.com/JeffMudd
LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/jeffmudd
Website - https://thetradespodcast.com/
key topics
Chapters
resources
Website
https://www.thetradespodcast.com
Hosted by
Jeff Mudd and Danny Torres
The Trades Podcast features real conversations with business owners, trades leaders, and industry innovators making an impact in the skilled trades community.
Support the Trades Movement
If this episode inspires you, share it with someone in the trades or anyone thinking about starting a home-services business. Like, comment, and subscribe to help more people discover these conversations.