# Episode 6: Connor Malloy

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Podcast: [Trade Life by Point Load Media](https://stenobird.com/podcast/trade-life-by-point-load-media-7601144)
Published: 2025-12-22T17:18:41+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2388

## Resource

The conversation covers the challenges and opportunities in the skilled trades industry, focusing on the support for continuing education, the impact of reduced exposure to trades, and the challenges faced by post-secondary students. It also addresses the changing perception of trades, the challenges of gaining experience, and strategies for new entrants. Additionally, it discusses the challenges faced by trade schools and the need for industry support. Takeaways Support for continuing education is crucial for the skilled trades industry. Reduced exposure to trades creates challenges for post-secondary students. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 06:37 Impact of Reduced Exposure to Trades 13:27 Advice for New Entrants 23:27 Strategies for New Entrants 33:41 Challenges Faced by Trade Schools

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