🎙️Most apprentices don’t quit because they’re weak.They quit because year one hits harder than anyone tells them.Low starting pay.No real mentorship.Toxic jobsite culture.Unclear growth path.Pressure at home.Pressure at work.And then we wonder why they leave.In this episode of The Builder Show, we break down the real reason apprentices walk away from electrical, construction, plumbing, and HVAC. Not theory. Not social media hype. Real experience and real numbers.Over 100,000 apprentices complete programs each year.Even more leave before finishing.So what’s actually going on inside the trades?Is it pay?Is it leadership?Is it culture?Is it unrealistic expectations?Or are we building workers instead of building leaders?If you’re:– An apprentice thinking about quitting– A journeyman frustrated with “this generation”– A contractor struggling with retention– Or someone considering joining the tradesYou need to hear this conversation.The trades aren’t glamorous.They aren’t always fun.But they can absolutely be worth it — if the system is built right.🗣️ New episodes every week — hit subscribe so you never miss a moment.🎧 Listen now on Work N Talk.📌 Explore More:🌐 Website: energizeus-edu.today🎙️ More Episodes: podcast.energizeus-edu.today📘 Free eBook: info.energizeus-edu.today/blueprint-ebook📸 Follow Us: @energizeusedu on Instagram