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Unlocking the Blue Collar Economy with Benji Carlson by Tommy Mello

Unlocking the Blue Collar Economy with Benji Carlson

from The Home Service Expert Podcast

by Tommy Mello

Published: Mon Sep 08 2025

Show Notes

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.

The Bullish Blue Collar Economy

AI as an Enabler for Growth

The Talent Shortage in the Trades

Making Trades Cool Again

Six Keys to Attracting Young Talent

The Importance of Personal Development

Implementing Performance-Based Pay

Identifying and Attracting Talent

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