How To Get Started in the Trades

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Home How To Get Started in the Trades

How To Get Started in the Trades

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Lydia discusses the opportunities available in the trades, especially in the construction and drywall businesses. She shares her personal experience of starting in the trades at a young age and highlights the benefits of working in this field and also provides tips on how to get started, such as looking for job opportunities on platforms like Craigslist, connecting with local unions and supply stores, and reaching out to big contractors in the area. Lydia emphasizes the importance of finding a reputable company to learn from and encourages individuals of all ages to consider a career in the trades due to the high demand for skilled workers.