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The Future of Work: Trades, Mentors, and the Skills We Need

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Terry Iverson has spent more than 40 years in manufacturing, carrying on a family legacy built on precision, craftsmanship, and mentoring. In this conversation, Terry talks about the future of skilled work, why trades matter, and how young people can build meaningful careers without drowning in debt.

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We cover the shift away from hands-on skills, the importance of soft skills and critical thinking, and how mentorship shapes confidence and opportunity. Terry also shares why manufacturing is still a strong path, how AI is changing work, and how parents can help their kids explore real-world skills early.

This episode is about purpose, opportunity, and the power of showing someone what they're capable of.

What We Cover
  • Terry's path into a 100-year family manufacturing legacy

  • The truth about work ethic, balance, and younger generations

  • Why trades and manufacturing still create strong careers

  • How AI and automation are shaping the future of work

  • The value of soft skills and critical thinking

  • How mentorship changes lives

  • Why college isn't the only path to a great career

  • Terry's "Camp Champ" program and how it inspires students

  • How parents can guide kids toward purpose, skills, and confidence

Connect with Terry

ChampionNow.org YouTube: Champion Now Books: Finding America's Greatest Champions and Inspiring Champions in Advanced Manufacturing

Connect with Joe

nosittingonthesideline.com

  continue reading

171 episodes

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Manage episode 522099998 series 1074498
Content provided by joe foley and Joe Foley. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by joe foley and Joe Foley or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Terry Iverson has spent more than 40 years in manufacturing, carrying on a family legacy built on precision, craftsmanship, and mentoring. In this conversation, Terry talks about the future of skilled work, why trades matter, and how young people can build meaningful careers without drowning in debt.

terry2

We cover the shift away from hands-on skills, the importance of soft skills and critical thinking, and how mentorship shapes confidence and opportunity. Terry also shares why manufacturing is still a strong path, how AI is changing work, and how parents can help their kids explore real-world skills early.

This episode is about purpose, opportunity, and the power of showing someone what they're capable of.

What We Cover
  • Terry's path into a 100-year family manufacturing legacy

  • The truth about work ethic, balance, and younger generations

  • Why trades and manufacturing still create strong careers

  • How AI and automation are shaping the future of work

  • The value of soft skills and critical thinking

  • How mentorship changes lives

  • Why college isn't the only path to a great career

  • Terry's "Camp Champ" program and how it inspires students

  • How parents can guide kids toward purpose, skills, and confidence

Connect with Terry

ChampionNow.org YouTube: Champion Now Books: Finding America's Greatest Champions and Inspiring Champions in Advanced Manufacturing

Connect with Joe

nosittingonthesideline.com

  continue reading

171 episodes

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