On this episode, John Finan offers his take on something Mike Holmes recently said. Mike believes that taking trade classes out of schools was "the worst decision in education." We'll find out whether John agrees.

Polling shows more and more young adults want to take up a skilled trade instead of taking a corporate job. And why private equity firms are gobbling up companies that specialize in things like plumbing and electrical work.

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On this episode, John sits down with comedian and electrician Jim McNally. Known for lighting up rooms both with laughs and literal lights, Jim shares the journey from following in his father’s footsteps as an electrician to building a career in comedy.

Expect humour, stories from the stage (and the job site), and a peek behind the curtain at Jim’s unique double life.

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On this episode of the Trade Up Podcast, John & Lisa discuss several pressing issues in the world of skilled trades and education, including a recent article from Maclean's Magazine that explores salaries in the trades and why people change their minds about pursuing these careers.

They also cover the key personality traits that make young people successful employees. Additionally, John addresses the current challenges in higher education, including recent cuts to international student admissions and the potential impact on the quality of university education.

For more information about the Trade Up: Why buy a job when you can start a career? book, please visit: https://tradeupbook.ca/