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Welcome to another exciting episode of The Sparky Life Podcast with your host, Lia Lamela!
The Sparky Life Podcast reveals remarkable stories and shares unique points of view from journeymen and women who build the things that make our lives work. The lessons shared on The Sparky Life episodes are valuable not only for those engaged in the skilled trades but also for all of us, whether we use tools literally or figuratively in our daily lives.This episode has been inspired by Paul Harvey, where we delve into an inspiring solo trade tale that highlights the power of resilience and the unexpected paths that lead to success in the skilled trades. Lia shares a captivating story about two high school dropouts who overcame significant challenges to build a successful landscaping empire. If you enjoy today's trade tale and want to hear more unique stories from the skilled trades world, don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment below!
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"His promising future blew away like dandelion fluff." - Lia Lamela"They truly created the sparks in their lives, and they continue to build the life they wish to live." - Lia Lamela"What life will you build for yourself?" – Lia Lamela
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"I think investing in yourself is a really big thing, but I think helping others is also." – Concetta Defa"The first tool that was put in my belt was, I'm going to help you. The expectation is that you're going to help the next person." – Concetta Defa"It's not a job. It's not a career. It's a whole way of life." – Concetta Defa
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In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Concetta Defa, the President of Utah Women in Trades. Concetta began her career as an apprentice electrician with IBEW Local 354 in 1996, driven by the need to support her family after her father's passing. Over the years, she has taken on various roles, including journeyworker, foreperson, estimator, project manager, and union steward. Concetta is passionate about mentoring others and remains involved in numerous committees, including the IBEW Women’s Advisory Committee. Her journey is a testament to the power of skilled trades in transforming lives, providing stability, and empowering others.
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In this episode, we’re excited to welcome Brandi Ferenc, owner and CEO of Fair Trades Toolbox. Brandi is a Red Seal 313a Refrigeration Mechanic/Gas Fitter 1 Journeyperson, an instructor, and a mentor for women in skilled trades and HVAC apprentices. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Brandi has become a powerful advocate for women in skilled trades, winning numerous awards, including the WXN Canada’s Most Powerful Women Top 100 award in 2022 and 2023, and Roger's Women of the Year Award in the skilled trades category. She was also the first female ever to compete at the Ontario Skills Trade Competition in the post-secondary gas fitter category. Today, Brandi shares her journey, insights on mentorship, and how Fair Trades Toolbox is making a difference in the skilled trades industry.Quotes:
"Resilience is like an elastic band; no matter how far I’m stretched, I always bounce back." – Brandi Ferenc"Our industry is craving change right now, and we're the right people in the right place at the right time." – Brandi Ferenc"Support is key. Without it, many apprentices might not make it through the program." – Brandi FerencFollow Lia Lamela:
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This episode is brought to you by SupplyHouse.com, your trusted source for reliable inventory, friendly customer service, and fast shipping from coast to coast. Check out SupplyHouse.com today and explore their Trade Masters program, offering free shipping and order discounts. Visit supplyhouse.com/tm to join the Trade Masters program today.In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Erin McGoff, a director, documentary filmmaker & editor who has worked with renowned brands like Google, National Geographic, and Under Armour. Erin is also a TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube content creator with 3.7M+ followers. Erin brings a unique perspective on career progression, sharing her journey from the film industry to becoming a successful content creator and offering valuable advice on climbing the corporate ladder, even within the construction industry.
"The skilled trades actually build our civilization and elevate humanity so that we can have this amazing exchange with one another of sharing and growing together and helping one another." – Lia Lamela"The job market is actually really shifting... 77% of hiring managers now value skills as the number one most important attribute when they're looking at candidates." – Erin McGoff"A sense of humor is a skill that can help you navigate a host of situations... finding ways to integrate joy into your daily life can increase your quality of life at an exponential rate." – Erin McGoff
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The Sparky Life Podcast is proudly sponsored by SupplyHouse.com. SupplyHouse.com offers electricians the Trade Masters program, providing benefits like free shipping and order discounts. Visit supplyhouse.com/tm to join the program today.In this episode, we’re excited to welcome Calvin Holston, a former business professional who transitioned into the nuclear industry and became a Senior Reactor Operator. Calvin’s journey is a compelling story of embracing new challenges, from changing careers to launching his own company, Smeeple, a company that connects experts and consumers through video conferencing. Today, Smeeple offers solutions, from HVAC troubleshooting to gymnastics coaching, making expert advice more accessible to everyone.
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"I grew up in an environment where smart people went to college and dumb people didn't go to college. That was genuinely my thought." – Calvin Holston"Being authentic is so trusting. You don't have to apologize for being you, and it's recognized immediately when you are." – Calvin HolstonFollow Lia Lamela:
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The Sparky Life Podcast is proudly sponsored by SupplyHouse.com. SupplyHouse.com offers electricians the Trade Masters program, providing benefits like free shipping and order discounts. Visit supplyhouse.com/tm to join the program today.This week, we are honored to have Tara Garner, the visionary behind Under Construction Photography. Tara's work uniquely captures the spirit and resilience of the construction industry, bringing the hidden heroes of our communities into the spotlight. Her journey, inspired by her deeply embedded blue-collar family roots, exemplifies the power of passion and connection.
"Through my photography and talking was really just the stories and the communicating with them first. Uh, it just impacted me on such a level that I was like, you know, I need to do this more. I need to show recognition to the ones that are still here.." - Tara Garner
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"There are unsung heroes, right, that build our infrastructure and our industries. And I just feel like, you know, as a whole, that blue-collar community is kind of, um, you know, not recognized enough.." - Tara Garner
"Tenacity is in my tool belt" - Tara Garner
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This week, we are honored to have Kiara Tymec, an Imagineer who brings fictional elements to life with her electronic builds. Some of Kiara's notable creations include the Mark VI Iron Man suit and a working Pokéball. Kiara's journey is a testament to the power of passion and determination in achieving one’s dreams.
Quotes:"When I was their age, I wish I had like a girl dressed as Spider-Man, like, show up to my school and be like, that's cool.." - Kiara Tymec
"If you fail, that's not like giving up. It's just a failure which pushes you to towards the learning because you can learn from that failure and just keep going with it until you reach the finish line that you wanted." - Kiara Tymec
"I feel like I owe it to myself to not give up and, like, be somebody people can look up to eventually." - Kiara Tymec
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The Sparky Life Podcast is proudly sponsored by SupplyHouse.com. SupplyHouse.com offers electricians the Trade Masters program, providing benefits like free shipping and order discounts. Visit supplyhouse.com/team to join the program today.This week, we are honored to have Robert McLaughlin, the director of the Electrical and HVAC Training Center in New York. Robert is a certified OSHA and NFPA Safe Safety Instructor, board member of Habitat for Humanity, and on the Education Committee for Metropolitan Air Conditioning Contractors. He also holds a master electrician's license and owns his own electrical contracting company. Robert brings a wealth of experience and insights into the importance of vocational education and training.
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"First you build it by, you know, letting them(students) know that you have a good plan for them. But then you got to show it to them, right? Prove it out."- Robert McLaughlin"The idea is that you are in control of your own destiny. How hard you work and what you put into this is, is going to be how you get there."- Robert McLaughlin
"Once you're successful and you're able to do something, you got to make sure you reach back and take somebody with you."- Robert McLaughlin
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The Sparky Life Podcast is proudly sponsored by SupplyHouse.com. It offers electricians the Trade Masters program, providing benefits like free shipping and order discounts. Visit supplyhouse.com/team to join the program today.This week, we are honored to have Colton Castleman, a seasoned fire alarm technician with a diverse background in both the electrical and fire alarm industries. Colton has extensive experience working for both small companies and large corporations like Siemens. His journey is filled with insights into the intricacies of fire alarm systems, from installation to service and troubleshooting.
"Troubleshooting is like putting together a puzzle and figuring out what pieces are missing." - Colton Castleman
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"You have to have a whole lot of care but a little bit of 'don't worry about it' attitude." - Colton Castleman
"My life outside of work is more important than work itself. I work to live, not live to work." - Colton CastlemanFollow Lia Lamela:
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Welcome to the Sparky Life Podcast, celebrating careers in the trades with your host, Lia Lamela.
The Sparky Life Podcast is proudly sponsored by SupplyHouse.com. It offers electricians the Trade Masters program, providing benefits like free shipping and order discounts. Visit supplyhouse.com/team to join the program today.
This week, we welcome Paige Knowles, author of the Plumber Paige Bathroom Series, and Lianna Faber, founder of Women Pioneers in Unity. Paige's books introduce kids to skilled trades, while Lianna's non-profit supports women in these fields. Both are revolutionizing careers for women!Quotes:
"You just have to do it and move forward... Pursue it. Creating a group like you have or writing books like me. Just do it." - Paige Knowles
"Just have confidence in myself because, you know, others may not always have that confidence in me." - Lianna Faber
Thank you for tuning in to the Sparky Life Podcast. Join us next week for more insights and inspiring stories from professionals in the trades.
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The Sparky Life Podcast is proudly sponsored by SupplyHouse.com. SupplyHouse.com offers electricians the Trade Masters program, providing benefits like free shipping and order discounts. Visit supplyhouse.com/team to join the program today.
This week, we are honored to have Steve Kavallaris from ElectricalTime.com. He is a licensed master electrician, IAEI electrical inspector, chief electrical instructor, and published author. Steve is well-known as the Doctor of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and his dedication to educating aspiring electricians.
"You never know when I'm going to have to open up the code book to answer a question from one of my students." - Steve Kavallaris
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"Finding something that you really love to do in your career is essential." - Steve Kavallaris
"The job market for electricians is strong, and the demand is only going to increase." - Steve KavallarisThank you for tuning in to the Sparky Life Podcast. Be sure to join us next week for more insights and inspiring stories from professionals in the trades.
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Are the opportunities available to women in the skilled trades? Tradeswomen Building Bridges non-for-profit organization is a North American network of women working in the construction trades. Noreen and Iesca, members of Building Bridges join the Sparky Life Podcast to discuss their network and if women can access the careers available with in the skilled trades successfully?Support the show
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Today welcome James Strang, Journeyman Drywaller and Finisher, better known as @jwol_finishes. It's well known with in the skilled trades community the sparks and drywallers can go head to head. Who wins this throw down? (music by purple-planet)
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Since 2016, the IDEAL Electrician National Championship has been a platform that celebrates and showcases the incredible skills of Tradesmen and women across North America via a one-of-a-kind program and competition that ultimately crowns the best of the best electricians each year. Today Lia speaks with Emma Becker, returning semi-finalist, in the national top ten electrician competitors. How did Emma get here?
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On today's Sparky Life, Benedikte Vatne, a high voltage electrician and EIT field engineer joins Lia Lamela to discuss what it is like to ride a helicopter into work on the mountainous regions of Norway?
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BIG NEWS SPARKIES: Are you a skilled electrician who wants to win an all-expense paid trip to West Palm Beach, Florida and your share of $30,000 dollars? Click on the link to check it out! Ideal Electrical National Championship
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On today's Sparky Life, Mae, the Highway Hopper, and her husband Sean share their journey of leaving traditional jobs to start Orbital Jump Freight, a trucking company. They sold their house to fund the business, initially living in the truck as they ventured into the industry. Their story showcases a bold decision to pursue a life on the road, resonating with their passion for freedom and exploration through trucking.
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In this episode, the host Lia Lamela speaks with the author of Confidence For Young Adults, Matt Eisenberg. "The purpose of this book, deeply rooted in my soul, is to empower our young adults—the torchbearers of tomorrow. By fostering their confidence, resilience, and self-belief, I hope to inspire them to become the embodiment of generosity, kindness, love, and fulfillment. May they not only discover their highest selves but also light the path for others." Matt and Lia discuss career paths, our education system, and skills for success.
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In this episode, the host Lia Lamela speaks with the owner of Diamond Electric Solutions, Dominic Sonesen. They explore the journey from an IBEW apprentice to a successful business owner. Dominic highlights the perks of the electrical trade, from benefits to the joy of project completion, and the motivation derived from family. The episode is a testament to the skilled trades' potential and the value of mentorship for the next generation of tradespeople.
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In this engaging episode host Lia Lamela sits down with Val and Emily, seasoned wastewater treatment plant operators and returning Sparky Life guests. They discuss the intricacies of wastewater management and highlighting the importance of flushing protocols. These women value their trade, emphasizing their contributions to safety, community, and morale in the workplace.
First Sparky Life Episode with Emily and Val Waste Water Operators
From Sewage to Superheros: The Waste Water Industry
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Building Success in the Electrical Contracting Business: Insights from Rudy @Right_Wire_Electric
As the host of the Sparky Life podcast, I've had the privilege of speaking with some of the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the skilled trades. In this episode, I sit down with Rudy , better known as @Right_Wire_Electric, to delve into his 25-year journey in the electrical contracting business and his unique leadership style.
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