Shape the Trade, Don’t Shatter It

About this episode

Dustin and Drake discuss the impact of mentors and leaders in the electrical trade.

Dustin and Drake unpack how mentors, teachers, and journeymen shape the paths of those entering the electrical trade. They share personal stories of inspiration and discouragement, digging into how one bad leader can derail a promising future while the right mentor can ignite a lifelong passion. This episode is a wake-up call for every journeyman and leader in the field to recognize the influence they have, whether they want it or not. They explore what makes a good teacher, how to assess app...

People in this episode

Hosts: Dustin, Drake

Topics covered

• mentorship
• electrical trade
• inspiration
• leadership
• education

Keywords

• mentorship
• electrical trade
• journeyman
• leadership
• inspiration
• teaching

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Electrician U

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