#120: Grinding It Out Isn't Always The Answer - Kait Burds

About this episode

Kait Burds discusses effective strategies in the trades and the pitfalls of relentless grinding.

Kait Burds joins the Dirt Bags Podcast to talk about what actually works in the trades—and what doesn’t. A 2024 CAT Women’s Operator Skills Challenge Champion, Kait’s built her name in the dirt and snow while helping push the industry forward. In this episode, she breaks down why nonstop grinding can hold you back, how to level up smarter, and what it takes to stand out in a blue-collar world. Real experience. Real perspective.

People in this episode

Host: Luke Eggebraaten

Guest: Kait Burds

Topics covered

• trades
• blue-collar work
• career development
• skills
• industry challenges

Keywords

• trades
• Kait Burds
• career advice
• blue-collar
• skills challenge
• industry insights

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