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Industrial sales career inspiration — Makayla, a trailer sales manager, at an industry event ten months into her new career in a male dominated field

27 Jul Choosing Courage: Makayla’s Career in Industrial Sales

Posted at 11:07h in Career Advice, Career Change, Skilled Trades Careers, Trade Sales, Women in Trades

Sometimes the biggest career opportunities come when we are willing to step outside of our comfort zone. Makayla knew it was time for a change. She already had a job, but she felt ready for a new challenge. Then, an opportunity opened the door to industrial...

Plumbing career inspiration — Christina, a plumbing technician wearing her tool belt at a residential kitchen job, four years into a trade she started through paid on the job training

20 Jul Don’t Wait to Start: Christina’s Career as a Plumbing Technician

Posted at 16:32h in Career Advice, Career Change, Plumbing Careers, Skilled Trades Careers, Women in Trades

When Christina decided she wanted to learn a skilled trade, she wasn’t exactly sure which path to take. She considered carpentry, electrical work, and plumbing. Rather than waiting for the perfect answer, she started looking at companies that were hiring and willing to train someone...

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...

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...

skilled trades for women Tag

27 Jul Choosing Courage: Makayla’s Career in Industrial Sales

20 Jul Don’t Wait to Start: Christina’s Career as a Plumbing Technician

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

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