Blue Collar And Proud Of It

This is What Color Is Your Parachute? for the blue collar tradespart motivational primer, part comprehensive resource guidefor the millions of people who want a rewarding career (and a life) when they're not cut out to spend from 9 to 5 in a cubicle.

The All-in-One Resource for Infrastructure Jobs, Green Careers, Reliable Blue-Collar Work, and More! Not everyone is suited to a white-collar career or wants to get the four-year degree that these jobs typically require. But that doesn't mean you have to turn your back on a great salary, exciting work, and a profession that commands respect. Joe Lamacchia is proof. After graduating high school, he said no to college—and found personal and professional success as the owner of a thriving landscaping company. He also started BlueCollarandProudofIt.com, a resource for people who want to find work in the skilled trades. Blue-collar workers build and maintain our bridges, keep our cars running, fix our plumbing, and provide vital services to every home. That's why Lamacchia calls these 'necessary jobs.' Most blue-collar work simply cannot be outsourced to foreign countries and it's often recession-proof. As Baby Boomers retire, blue-collar industries are experiencing workforce shortages because there aren't enough well-trained people to fill all of these jobs. That is, until now . . . Blue Collar and Proud of It gives you the information you need to pursue a stable, enjoyable, well-paying job—one that makes a difference every day in your community. Whether you're just out of high school, have been a victim of downsizing, or are looking for a new direction, Lamacchia explains all the options, outlines the necessary training, and delivers true stories of people who have made their own way in the blue-collar world. Discover a wealth of opportunities, including: • carpentry • machinery • roofing • electricians • truck drivers • green construction • Broadband technicians • welding • ironworkers • solar panel installation • water conservation

Blue-Collar Conservatism examines the blue-collar, white supporters of Frank Rizzo—Philadelphia's police commissioner turned mayor—and shows how the intersection of law enforcement and urban politics created one of the least understood but most consequential political developments in recent American history.

The most provocative business book of the year is the ultimate guide to having a great career and financial security -- even if you haven't graduated with a college degree. With so much emphasis in society on the importance of finishing college, Real World Careers is filled with inspirational stories of people who skipped college or left early, launched successful careers and were able to accelerate their earnings potential. From information technology to construction, blue collar to business startups, many jobs offer excellent pay and personal fulfillment and don't require a college degree. Written by an award-winning business journalist, this book also provides information on: the vocational and trade schools that are a faster, more strategic road to landing work flexible and incentive-based careers that don't require a college degree the option of entrepreneurship overcoming preconceptions and much more.

Jim Morris was a country boy whose father was out of work for a time due to a union strike. The hardship his family experienced as a result left a lasting enmity against all unions. After school, Jim became restless and decided to hitchhike around the country and explore what he had studied while in school. It didn't take long to get into some interesting situations that would change his life forever. Cold, broke, and hungry, Jim tried to enlist in the Navy and Air Force only to be turned down because their quotas were full. He reluctantly jointed the Marines, a move he never regretted. While in the Marines he partnered up with a Jewish fellow who remained his lifelong friend right up to the White House. After the Marines he married a preacher's daughter, going against all odds. After several years and nearly losing his wife, he gave his heart to the Lord. He didn't like what the public schools were teaching his children which led him into minor politics, then to the state house and finally the White House. While campaigning, he discovered a sinister plot of the government which cemented his election as the Tea Party candidate.

It takes the same amount of blood, sweat, and tears to build a business you hate as it does to build a business you can be proud of. So why not build it The Blue Collar Proud Way?Want to learn the biggest challenges facing blue collar business owners today, and what you can do to make sure your business survives and thrives? Read the book to find out how to: Defy the labor shortage and never lack for good people Attract the best people (employees AND customers) to your business Close the Leadership Gap (a bigger problem than the skills gap) Get more than you thought possible out of the new millennial workforce Create a vision and a culture your team will get behind 100% Level-up your customer service and grow faster than you ever imagined Safeguard your financial health so you always have a competitive edge Build the dream business that gives you more of what you wanted in the first place. In this transformational book, the co-founders of Spark Marketer and co-hosts of the popular podcast The Blue Collar Proud Show share with you their Ten Principles of Blue Collar Business Success, developed after talking and working with hundreds of business owners across the world.The world needs strong blue collar businesses more than ever before. We need owners who are proud of what they are building and the service they provide. We need leaders that can inspire the next generation to consider a life in the trades as a worthy ambition. We need men and women who are Blue Collar Proud. JOIN US!

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