Women in Trades Archives - Page 2 of 3

Smiling medical assistant with foot X-ray and medical tools.

15 May Making the Leap Into a Helping Career

Posted at 11:15h in Career Advice, Healthcare Careers, Service Trade Careers, Skilled Trades Careers, Women in Trades

When Dayna first considered stepping into the medical field, she wasn’t looking for a lifelong commitment. She just wanted to “tip her toe” in. That simple decision led to a career where she now helps people every day and finds real satisfaction in her work....

Bridget, a compassionate medical assistant, holding stethoscope in a clinic setting

03 Apr Medical Assistant Bridget Shares Why Loving People Is the Heart of the Job

Posted at 14:14h in Career Advice, Healthcare Careers, Women in Trades

When you meet Bridget, her calm demeanor and warm Tennessee accent immediately put you at ease. As a medical assistant, her job is to support both patients and providers, and she does it with care, confidence, and heart. We started chatting just as I was stepping onto...

Print production assistant operating a four-color offset printing press in a modern print facility.

25 Feb From Scholarship Winner to Print Production Assistant: Iris’s Path into the Printing Industry

Posted at 08:59h in Career Advice, Career Change, Skilled Trades Careers, Women in Trades

Some career choices are driven by passion, others by practicality—but for Iris, it was a combination of both. After completing the Graphic Design and Printing program at Riverside Community College, she secured a job in the industry and earned a prestigious scholarship that helped her get there....

Collage showing professional cosmetologist styling a clients' hair in a modern salon, representing a thriving beauty career.

21 Feb Building a Career in Beauty: Kaysha’s Journey in Cosmetology

Posted at 08:58h in Career Advice, Career Change, Skilled Trades Careers, Women in Trades

For some, finding the right career takes time. For Kaysha, it was clear from the start—beauty was her passion. As a child, she loved styling her sister’s hair into updos, and by the time she finished high school, she never second-guessed her path. She immediately enrolled...

An esthetician providing a relaxing skincare treatment, showcasing career flexibility and fulfillment.

09 Feb It’s Never Too Late: How Maddie Found Freedom in a Career as an Esthetician

Posted at 10:20h in Career Advice, Career Change, Skilled Trades Careers, Women in Trades

Many people spend years in careers that don't quite fulfill them, unsure if making a change is possible. Maddie Trino-Evans is proof that it's never too late to start over. At 42, she decided to pursue esthetics—a field she had always been passionate about but had...

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07 Feb From Fitness Instructor to Studio Owner: Carina’s Journey in the Trades

Posted at 10:14h in Career Advice, Healthcare Careers, Skilled Trades Careers, Women in Trades

For many, starting a career in a skilled trade is about finding something you love and growing within it. Carina’s journey in the fitness industry is an excellent example of how gaining experience in a field can lead to incredible opportunities—even business ownership. Discovering a Passion...

Meghan, a professional horse trainer, working with a horse in an open field, showcasing the bond between trainer and animal

05 Feb Following Passion: A Career in Horse Training

Posted at 10:09h in Career Advice, Skilled Trades Careers, Women in Trades

For many, a career isn’t just about making a living—it’s about doing what you love every single day. That’s precisely the case for Meghan, a horse trainer who built her career around her deep passion for horses. Meghan knew she wanted to work around horses from a...

Ginger, a massage therapist, balancing work and family life, showcasing the flexibility of skilled trades.

03 Feb Finding Flexibility in the Trades: Ginger’s Journey into Massage Therapy

Posted at 10:00h in Career Advice, Career Change, Healthcare Careers, Skilled Trades Careers, Women in Trades

Choosing a career isn't always about chasing the highest salary—it's about finding work that aligns with your passions and lifestyle. Ginger's story is a perfect example of how skilled trades can provide both fulfillment and flexibility. Initially set on becoming an obstetrician (OB), she realized...

A female mason confidently laying bricks at a job site, showcasing opportunities for women in skilled trades.

01 Feb Breaking Barriers: Why More Women Should Consider Skilled Trades Like Masonry

Posted at 09:54h in Career Advice, Career Change, Skilled Trades Careers, Women in Trades

For years, skilled trades have been perceived as a man-dominated industry, but that's changing—thanks to trailblazers like Mare, who found financial stability and career fulfillment in masonry. After years of struggling to keep a bookstore afloat, she took a leap into the trades and never looked back. Now, she...

Janet Steiner of Trade Works USA touring the Women's Press Collective facility in New York, empowering futures in skilled trades.

16 Dec Celebrating Collaboration: Trade Works and Women’s Press Collective Empowering Futures

Posted at 16:01h in Career Advice, News & Updates, Skilled Trades Careers, Women in Trades

Celebrating Partnerships: Jan Steiner's Visit to the Women's Press Collective Jan Steiner, founder of Trade Works USA, recently attended the Women's Press Collective (WPC) anniversary celebration in New York. Recognized for her support in advancing their mission, Jan took the opportunity to tour WPC's facility and...