Tool Box Talk For Electricians

Struggling to Get an Electrical Job? Here’s the Brutal Truth


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🚨 Finding an electrical apprenticeship or improver job in 2025? It’s harder than ever — but not impossible.This video is for you if you're:A student leaving college with your electrical ticket but no site experienceA mature career-changer trying to break into the tradeSomeone tired of sending out 100 CVs with zero callbacksI’ve been in the game for over 20 years, and in this episode, I break down EXACTLY what I would do today to land my first job as an apprentice or improver.👉 Spoiler alert: It’s not about fancy CVs or luck. It’s about putting yourself in the right place at the right time — on purpose.Here’s what you’ll learn in this video:The mistakes 90% of apprentices make when applying for jobsWhy wholesalers are your secret weapon to getting your foot in the doorWhat to say (and what NOT to say) when you finally meet a sparkie or contractorHow to stand out without experience by showing initiative, reliability and effortWhy you should never work for free — and what to ask for instead💬 Real talk: No one starts out knowing it all. We were all “useless” at first. But the ones who succeed are the ones who show up, ask questions, and get stuck in.⚡ Whether you’re 16 or 46, this advice applies to you.🔗 Check out the full podcast playlist here for more trade business advice:https://linktr.ee/toolboxtalkforelectricians🎧 Listen to the full podcast "From Apprentice to Boss" on all major platforms — for electricians who want to earn more, reduce stress, and gain back time.📩 Need a download to help figure out what to charge or how to improve your chances of getting work?➤ Join the Facebook Group: Tool Box Talk for Electricians➤ Or drop me an email and I’ll send the free download your way.💡 This episode includes:Why sending out CVs doesn’t work anymoreHow to network through local electrical wholesalersWhy confidence beats qualifications every timeHow to become “someone they want to keep”🔧 Whether you're looking to get hired or want to eventually go out on your own, this is your playbook.👇 Drop a comment below — what are YOU struggling with in your journey to becoming an electrician?👍 Like the video if this helped📲 Share it with someone in college or trying to get in the trade🔔 Subscribe so you don’t miss the next real-world episode that could change your careerOther content you might like:Secrets to Success: Connecting with CustomersHow to Price Electrical Work ProperlyDo You Really Need to Be NIC Registered?👷‍♂️ You’re not just learning a trade — you’re building a future. Let’s get it right, together.#ElectricianJobs #ApprenticeLife #ImproverSpark

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