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Ever wondered what exactly IS the middle class - and who is a part of it? Did you know "working class" is also a thing? We discuss these and why they matter in this podcast episode. podcast, middle-class, working-class, work Middle and working class definitions: https://www.thestreet.com/personal-finance/working-class-vs-middle-class-14881073#:~:text=Assis%20via%20Unsplash-,What%20qualifies%20as%20working%20or%20middle%20class%20varies%20from%20region,Homer%20Simpson%20is%20working%20class. Pew Research Center Calculator: https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2020/07/23/are-you-in-the-american-middle-class/ Union and middle class decline chart: https://www.americanprogressaction.org/article/unions-help-the-middle-class-no-matter-the-measure/ Union Made Merch (from my friends at Stars & Stripes): https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/... Start and Stripes info: https://www.stars-stripes-promotional... You can follow me on some platforms 👇 Website: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/ Reddit: / thewealthyironworker LinkedIn: / the-wealthy-ironworker-292487200 Facebook: / thewealthyironworker

In this podcast episode, I take the time to answer the question, "What is a union?" You'll also see some examples of unions along with why they are necessary today. podcast, union Union Made Merch (from my friends at Stars & Stripes): https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/... Start and Stripes info: https://www.stars-stripes-promotional... You can follow me on some platforms 👇 Website: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/ Reddit: / thewealthyironworker LinkedIn: / the-wealthy-ironworker-292487200 Facebook: / thewealthyironworker

In this podcast episode, I explore the history of the conventional "two-week notice," other variations of notices to leave an employer, and what the future might look like with increased employer investment in their employees. Union Made Merch (from my friends at Stars & Stripes): https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/... Start and Stripes info: https://www.stars-stripes-promotional... You can follow me on some platforms 👇 Website: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/ Reddit: / thewealthyironworker LinkedIn: / the-wealthy-ironworker-292487200 Facebook: / thewealthyironworker

I had an excellent conversation with UA (United Association - Pipefitter) and 3rd-year apprentice Emily Mutchler, and she told us her story. Union Made Merch (from my friends at Stars & Stripes): https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/... Start and Stripes info: https://www.stars-stripes-promotional-products.com/ You can follow me on some platforms 👇 Website: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/ Reddit: / thewealthyironworker LinkedIn: / the-wealthy-ironworker-292487200 Facebook: / thewealthyironworker

We continue addressing the common misconceptions about unions with part 3 in this series.

Continuing this mini-series, this episode explores more additional misconceptions people have about unions. Union Made Merch: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/merch/ You can follow me on some platforms 👇 Website: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/thewealthyironworker/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-wealthy-ironworker-292487200/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewealthyironworker podcast, podcasts, unions, fyp

There are a lot of misconceptions about unions, and after 22 years, I've heard many of them. This episode is the first of a multi-episode series where I explore those misconceptions and address them head-on Join me as I kick off this series. The Bureau of Labor Statistics article is https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/union2.pdf Union Made Merch: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/merch/ You can follow me on some platforms 👇 Website: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/thewealthyironworker/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-wealthy-ironworker-292487200/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewealthyironworker

Have you ever been around someone who has asked a lot of questions and wondered why? Have you ever really thought about the power of questions? In this episode, we discuss why most people don't ask questions, the benefits of asking questions, and some scenarios where - if we asked more questions - we'd save ourselves a lot of trouble.

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be in the skilled trades? What it's like to get into an apprenticeship? Apprentice Jermaine Marshall sits down on The Wealthy Ironworker Podcast and tells us his story. If you are interested in the skilled trades, have questions, or are curious about apprenticeships, feel free to leave a comment and we can connect!

In this episode, I talk about the generational warfare and how it's breaking down the social compact. Younger people get judged a lot, but older folks have enormous responsibility in what's going on.

Have you ever stopped to think about our conventional definition of wealth? What do we believe wealth is - and what do we inadvertently overlook as forms of wealth? In this podcast episode, I explore what constitutes real wealth and look at some things we often dismiss in our pursuit of money; things which, for many of us, we value even more. money, wealth, health, family, time

In this episode, we discuss the differences between trade schools and Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAP). There are important differences many do not understand or know and we hope to clear up any confusion with this video.

In this episode, we continue to explore the lies we tell young people.

In this apprentice spotlight series, I have a conversation with Edward Hilliard, Ironworker apprentice, who tells me about himself, how he got in trade, and all things apprenticeship. Join us on this podcast episode.

Have you ever wondered what a Collective Bargaining Agreement is? In this episode, we discuss what it is, why they are important, and why you should be covered by one.

Young people are told many lies throughout their lives - and in this mini-series, we will explore what those lies are and expose them for what they truly are.

Don't miss this episode - we take a look at what's going on with the UAW and how there are positive ripple effects from what's going on.

Taking a peek at the offshore monopiles and the massive crane that will set them

We discuss the approaching inflection point as well as 5 things to consider regarding it.

Kicking off the Apprentice Spotlight Series, Ironworker Charles Tait sits down with us and tells us about his experiences during his apprenticeship

We discuss the importance of goals in this March Review

In this episode, we discuss 3 things you can do to help set your kids and other young people up for success

The best time to get into the trades was 20 years ago - the next best time is right now. In this episode, we discuss some of the changes taking place, the sheer opportunity, and why NOW is the best time to get into the trades.

I discuss the Borenbuir Shock Mount for the Blue Yeti microphone, how the holes to secure the mic were misaligned, and how I modified it to make it work.

We discuss what we have in store here for the next four months - beginning in April