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A few weeks ago I participated in a panel discuss for medway Council on subjects such as how to motivate gen Z Here were my thoughts: At first I was anti-apprentice , they cost time and money to train. However I listened to my colleague and trusted side kick James Armstrong who was raised through an apprenticeship scheme and thrived. He took the reins and helped hire our first apprentice. For the first year, there was ups and downs, which can be expected of course. Now, 2 years later, him and 2 other apprentices are thriving and will be a crucial part of our business in the future. They work hard every day and often shine as an example to anyone/ any customer who watches over them. How did we get here? Honesty. when they weren't performing, they were told that they need to focus and decide what they want in life. If they don't want to be here, they are free to leave, we are going places and we want the same attitude from everyone here. Trust. They are trusted to be responsible adults and to make decisions themselves. Respect. They are not treated like shit. They are treated with respect provided they earn the respect by showing up every day, working hard and aiming to improve. An example of this was one of the apprentices who has been here 2 years, had a slight issue with another member of staff who had been here less than a year. The time didn't matter, but when we found out how the apprentice was treated, I explained how it would be dealt with and that the experienced plumber would be dealt with accordingly. Everyone should feel comfortable at work, and when that balance is disturbed it needs addressing seriously with consequences. Time. Give them time and your time. Make them feel appreciated and wanted. Allow them to contribute to discussions and team meetings and take their opinions seriously. Some of my best insights on the ground have come from the apprentices being honest and true. Future. Let them see where they stand in your business in the future and decide if it matches what they want. Help them develop and invest in them. Interested to hear other people's thoughts and opinions I dont believe in categorising into generations, gender, age. I think the above applies to all, this just further divides everyone when we need unity. thankyou Sean Henry and Medway Council and a thankyou to the apprentices, elliot, Ryan and elliot.

Education and industry must collaborate to shape a future-ready workforce equipped with the skills and mindset to succeed. Have you considered a Youth Apprenticeship Program?

The power of partnerships! Not only does this partnership help address the labour shortage in the skilled trades, it does so in a way that provides opportunities to under-resourced and Aboriginal youth in the GTA. We must work together if we are going to address some of the most pressing challenges facing the housing sector. #hazelviewcares #socialimpact #skilledtrades

𝟏 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐎𝐧 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐎𝐟 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫!   We sat down with Fix Auto Mid Devon’s Calum Gillett to discuss life since winning the Apprentice of the Year award at our 2023 National Conference. If you would look like to enquire about upcoming Fix Auto UK apprenticeship courses in your area, please email admin@fixauto.co.uk for more information. #fixautouk #drivingforward

Young Carers Action Day 2024 takes place on Wednesday 13th March. The focus is ‘Fair Futures for Young Carers’ highlighting why caring should not be a barrier to learning, earning or being able to get on in life – but for many it is. Young Carers Action Day is on Wednesday 13th March. Its theme is Fair Futures for Young Carers focussing on why caring should not be a barrier to learning, earning or being able to get on in life – but for many, it is. Carers Trusts’ 2023 Young Carers' Survey showed ONE in THREE young carers struggle to balance caring with education, this can have a big impact on whether they can get on at school, go to university, or get a job or an apprenticeship. Caring can massively affect their life opportunities and plans – and changes in policy, practice and investments are needed to give young carers the support and flexibility they need to thrive. More information available by following this link: https://lnkd.in/eqtm83t9

🛠️ CONTAINER JOBS 🏡 Join Jessica Lewis, CEO of Mobu Enterprises, as she talks about green construction in middle Georgia. Learn how her firm is revolutionizing building with shipping containers, benefiting the local community and economy. Discover their federally registered apprenticeship program, creating high-wage jobs locally through partnerships with community organizations. 🌐🔄 Explore sustainable solutions, a two-year apprenticeship with starting wages at $15/hr and reaching $40/hr, and their historic achievement as the first woman-owned green construction company with such a program. Watch now to see how Mobu Enterprises is building a better future! 💚 #GreenConstruction #ApprenticeshipProgram #SustainableBuilding #CommunityGrowth #mobuenterprises #mobucontainers #mobushipping #mobufoundation #mobupodcast

Transforming the apprenticeship experience, one EPAO at a time! 💪 The driving force behind a successful apprenticeship? You guessed it. EPAO's. They handle the messy bits and oil the wheels of the entire operation. In our constant pursuit of perfection, we're on a mission to streamline EPAO and HEI processes, ensuring efficiency is always at its peak. 🚀 But we can't do it alone. We're launching an initiative to vanquish those stubborn pain points that slow progress. Let's turn those hindrances into stepping stones, together! Share your main challenges today, let's work towards engineering solutions that make a real difference. Transforming the world of apprenticeships starts with you! Are you in?

💡 In the Spotlighting 🔦 -- R&R Head Labs in Denver, is barbering apprenticeship program that's transforming lives. With the support of the Colorado Workforce Development Council and the Small Business Apprenticeship Support (SBAS) grant, they're empowering veterans and justice-involved individuals to build meaningful careers. What They're Doing: ✂️Offering 2,300+ hours of training for barbering licensure. ✂️Partnering with mission-driven organizations for reentry support. ✂️Enhancing programs with mentorship and on-the-job training, thanks to stimulus funds. ✅Impact: R&R Head Labs is more than a business-it's a pathway to prosperity for underserved communities. #ApprenticeshipMonth #WorkforceDevelopment #BarberingCareers #Opportunityforall

Throughout my time working at Fleet Feet so far I have gained a lot of experience. With each day I work a learn a new task and eventually learn how to do it on my own. I have seen lots of different people’s need for specific shoes and items that can help them. I have also seen how many people enjoy running just as much as I do by coming in the store and spreading their thoughts about running. I have done many online orders and receiving shipments in boxes. I have also learned about scanning in new inventory and stocking the shelves back up. By learning the importance of each shoe I can educate buyers on which shoes will best fit their needs. This job has been beneficial by having the opportunity to learn more social skills. By talking one on one with many customers everyday I learn how to communicate with them and find out their opinions about each item I fit them for or bring out. The skills I have learned in this job is beneficial by having the necessary skills needed for my profession, like communication among peers and customers, finding the best ways to help customers meet their needs in any way. Cherokee High School Work-Based Learning & Youth Apprenticeship Program #CherokeeWBL #GeorgiaWBLWorks

Another great episode! Current apprentices share their story about how they learned about the program, what they were doing before, and how they were able to expedite their education at zero cost. Check out this episode and previous episodes to learn how Tennessee's apprenticeship programs are changing people's lives.