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The power of hands on skills! In a world that seems obsessed with tech employment and office jobs, it's easy to overlook the immense worth of getting your hands dirty and mastering a traditional craft. I think there's something truly special about embracing the art of what some might call 'manual labour', and you know it's a journey of discovery, passion, and real dedication that I reckon deserves more recognition. Just like any tech whiz or banker, us tradespeople possess a unique set of skills that still makes the world go round - butchers, builders, electricians, plumbers... We're the backbone of innovation, keeping old traditions alive while adapting to the ever changing demands of not just our customers, but the progression around us in our lives, and that's nothing to be sneered at. People wanting to get hands on and involved in trades are no less valuable than someone in an office, even if it's a super hipster office with swings, slides, and giant blow up balls. Butchery, like many other traditional trades, has stood the test of time and that's a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the people carrying on these roles. So let's throw away the narrow mindedness and celebrate the diversity of careers and passions that exist in our world. Whether you're an accountant, a programmer, or a butcher like me, we all contribute in our own remarkable ways, and it's time to appreciate the all of talents and passions that make our society thrive. Butchery deserves some serious respect, we aren't going anywhere! #ButcherGirlAlison #StopTheSnobbery #ButcherIndustry #Butcher #ButchersOfInstagram #AussieBeef #AustralianButchers #KnifeSkills #ButchersLife #Butchery #ButcherSkills #MeatSweats #WomenInIndustry #MeatIndustry #MeatEaters #RedMeat #LoveMeat #BeefProducers #AustralianBeef #AussieBeef #FemaleButcher #AskForAustralian #BehindTheScenes #HangingBeef

THE QUESTIONS THEY ASK! From Chris Parsons, Founder, Landworks (a Corbett Network member): Did you find a new cook to work with your guys? One of our graduates (from 2017), a trained chef, saw the advert, applied, and fitted in very well. How’s that young man training in horticulture getting on? Sam is becoming an expert on soils, working hard, and enthusing us all with his motivation. What is going to happen to LandWorks with Dartington Hall Trust seemingly in a financial mess? I’m not sure, but we have a secure 25-year lease. Oh, my goodness, Chris, will it ever stop raining? Yes. What will happen to LandWorks when you retire? I will be around for a long while yet, but when I do decide to go, we have a clear plan. What’s the one thing at LandWorks that really worries you? Tricky one. There is so much that is not working within the criminal justice system. More recently, I am increasingly concerned about how isolated people are becoming. Perhaps more worryingly encouraged to become solitary... hybrid working away from people, social media, less contact and less just talking to someone. I worry that this increased isolation feeds intolerance of other people. I know it’s been a tough year, but what keeps you going? That’s easy; it’s the people who have been here. Nearly everyone stays in touch, and hearing about these amazing journeys away from being judged as criminals is truly inspiring. Learn more www.landworks.org.uk

Story Time! 📖 The best summer job I ever had was when my friend and I decided to start a landscaping company to mow lawns and do some small yard projects. Quality Landscaping was our name (I know, very original). We were having a hard time finding people to hire us (this might have been because we rolled around town in a white 1985 Monte Carlo with a lawnmower tied down in the trunk). Then somehow, we landed a real job – to completely re-landscape a yard, including building a wall. And the best part? They offered to pay us several thousand dollars, which at the time (in the 90s) was a LOT of money. We quickly realized we were over our heads. The first sign was when the dump truck came to drop off the mulch. We figured it had a few stops to make. Nope. It dropped off the entire truck which was waaay too much. I think some parts of the yard had about two feet of mulch… It was also more work than we could complete in the timeframe we gave them. So we had to hire two of our friends to help get things done. Then of course we realized that we had no way to transport or dispose of all the yard waste, bushes, and branches, other than pack it into the Monte Carlo. Then (and I still can’t believe our luck) the town was doing tree work on the street that day and they had a woodchipper with them. Through some miracle, these guys let a couple of teenagers get rid of all of the waste we had in their woodchipper! The yard actually turned out really great and the clients were happy. I still don’t know how we pulled it off. After that, we did a couple of small jobs but it didn’t really matter since we made more money on that one job that we expected to make all summer! What summer job stories do you have? #leadership #lessons #summer #reflection 

When I decided it was time to make a change (to stop working multiple jobs) and bring my sole focus to my own business, I had this hair-brained idea that it would free up a little bit of my time so that I could reframe my constant "go" approach to life, and start following through on some of these "passion projects" I'd envisioned doing. Building Blue Collar is my opportunity to showcase different careers within various trades, while also spotlighting small businesses and professionals. Working with Stubbs Landscaping on this episode was everything that I could ask for... - An open team that was willing to show their work, their tools, their spaces - A knowledgeable entrepreneur who understands the value of sharing his story - Values like personal attention to customers, and proactive approaches to worker safety We covered all the bases from where it all began (1:29); the training path taken (2:50); the process from start to finish (9:20); favorite things about the industry (7:00); advice & outreach (11:00); cool equipment that helps preserve the teams' bodies (13:08); and everything in between! There's no stone left unturned in this episode of Building Blue Collar: Landscaping Careers and I hope you'll check it out and share it around for those considering this path! https://lnkd.in/e5byddrJ As for me, I learn a little more with each episode, not only from my discussions, but also in my own craft as a one-woman-show! The hours of prep, the various equipment, and then even more time in post is proving to be an adventure that challenges me and forces me to grow. 💪 #mcglynnmedia #buildingbluecollar #passionprojects #landscaping #education #information #videoseries #newcontent #youtubeseries #thefuture #careers #trades #skills #allaboutlandscaping #hardscaping #smallbusinesssupport #spotlighton

Good Morning and Happy Sunday everyone. So I worked in Roofing for over 13 years and now I am in Floors. I must say Construction is Construction no matter what part of the building you are working on. I have learned a lot in the last year at my new opportunity. I have learned that work can be fun and you don’t have to work 70 hours a week to be successful. If you work that much when are you spending time with your family? When are you spending time with yourself? What is important in your life? You should not have to choose. Put GOD first and family second and all else will fall in place. I have also learned from my new boss, you must always access the work load, and if you and your staff continues to work over then you need to hire. To retain good people you must let them be happy at work and that does not mean be at work all the time. Life lesson learned at 47. At what age did you learn this life lesson? Or have you not learned it yet?

With job security not being what it once was, it's time for companies to step up and help out. At Connolly Scaffolding Ltd, we promote the hiring of ex-offenders and ex-servicemen, as well as taking on apprentices from the local community. We want to promote growth from within, training our employees and giving them the skills they need to succeed. We recognise how difficult starting a new career can be and at the moment, many are having to make that leap. Connolly Scaffolding Ltd ensures that our new hires will be able to thrive and grow in this industry, giving them opportunities they may not have had before. We feel that as a business, we are responsible for supporting our local communities. Do you agree? #construction #employment #socialvalue #scaffolding #scaffoldingcompanymanchester #scaffoldingcompanynorthwest #connollyscaffolding #ItHasToBeNASC

Should I stay or should I go? (please feel free to hum along to The Clash as you read) As the season comes to an end many crew make the decision if they should start looking for a new position, or stay with their current programme. Every situation is different but I thought I would share some results from the recent poll (155 votes). A requirement I often get as a recruiter is, "decent longevity in previous role". With the average currently being 6-9 months, you can see this does not align with what Chief Officers and Captains are looking for. I would encourage you to commit to a programme for at least one year, then start the discussion with your Head of Department as to how you wish to progress and gain a different set of skills and experience. You would then be leaving on positive terms with a reference that more often than not, would back your decision to leave. If you would like some advice, or are looking at leaving your current programme, please feel free to get in touch. [email protected] #deckhand #longevity #poll

THERE IS SUCH A THING AS HOLDING TWO FULL-TIME JOBS..... Each equally important to the way our world goes round. I've heard debates about "What is harder" - Being a Career Woman or Being a Mom ..... First - WHY is this a debate and who made it necessary to feel as though it is a competition and secondly - I have never gotten the benefit of knowing only one or the other. Many moms are impacted by the growth and scale of their career due to the priorities that they have being the primary care taker of the house and home. A day their child is sick is often a vacation day lost BUT I BET YOU they are still on the phone responding to circumstances happening at the office or in the field, ensuring they do not lose a step keeping their project running smoothly. You can't really understand how hard it is - but you can have empathy and understanding for how much more difficult it would be to do your job if you thought about having two construction projects both on the Critical Path. #workingmoms #constructioneducation #CMOnline #construction #constructionindustry

What’s the point in doing something if you can’t give it your all? I believe you're either all in or all out… You can’t be half in… my opinion, of course. The people who go all in, it shows in everything How they show up How they operate How they leave a job How they treat others Their thinking Their actions As part of the onboarding process at Stratum Masonry, we show new recruits WHY we exist as a business and where we want to go. One of our four core values is PASSION. This is the reason I started the company. For the love of this traditional craft. I try my best to pass this on to all members of the team. Experienced masons, apprentices, labourers, new recruits, and the office team too. Passion also translates to quality work and creativity! Both are essential in our field of work! "𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙧𝙚, 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙚, 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙚." #restoration #stonemasonry #conservation #stratummasonry #stonemasonglasgow #stonemason

Success stories are what we live for at My Recruitment Career!! Bethany is a shining example among many starting their journey in recruitment! If your company is eager to connect with top-notch graduates, let's have a conversation! At My Recruitment Career, we specialise in tailoring our searches to find the perfect fit for your team's needs [email protected] #RecruitmentSuccess #CareerGrowth #Inspiration #SuccessStories"