Gen Z and the Trades: Is It a Good Move Right Now?

Is going into the trades a good move for someone just starting out? This episode looks at the record number of registered apprentices, the Bureau of Labor Statistics growth outlook for several trades, what a young person should weigh and a simple way to test the idea before committing. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Labor and the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Conditions vary by trade, region and employer. This is general information, not career advice.