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Unlocking the Blue Collar Economy with Benji Carlson

2025-09-08 · 73 min · episode 432 · 9 entities

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In this conversation, Tommy Mello and Benji Carlson discuss the current state of the blue collar economy, emphasizing the bullish outlook for trades and the impact of AI as a growth enabler. They explore the talent shortage in the industry, the need to attract younger workers, and the importance of personal development and performance-based pay. The discussion highlights strategies for making trades appealing again and the necessity of evolving business practices to meet the demands of a changing workforce. 00:00 The Bullish Blue Collar Economy 04:31 AI as an Enabler for Growth 10:50 The Talent Shortage in the Trades 16:31 Making Trades Cool Again 32:08 Six Keys to Attracting Young Talent 38:56 The Importance of Personal Development 49:22 Implementing Performance-Based Pay 56:26 Identifying and Attracting Talent