Work And Talk

About Work And Talk

Conversations for apprentices, journeymen, and leaders about craft, judgment, standards, and responsibility in electrical and construction. THE BUILDERS SHOW: Craft, training, jobsite culture, and industry needs. WORK & TALK: Long-form conversations about experience, decisions, and accountability. Episodes and updates: https://podcast.energizeus-edu.today/ Apply to be a guest: https://podcast.energizeus-edu.today/work-n-talk-guest-form Contractor development with BULD: https://info.energizeus-edu.today/buld

Publisher

Wilson Matthew Betances - Powered by Energize Us Edu Inc

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Dec 2023

Latest episode

4 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

68 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   4 Jun 2026

   Electricians Have a Career Problem Nobody Talks About | Wilson Betances & Jeffrey Lorenzano

   Most electricians don't fail.They get comfortable.The longer you're in the trade, the easier it is to believe you've seen it all, learned enough, and have nothing left to improve.In this conversation with Jeffrey Lorenzano of JL Electrical, we discuss why some electricians continue growing into leaders, foremen, project managers, and business owners while others stay in the same place for years.It needs electricians willing to keep learning, keep adapting, and keep pushing themselves long after they become good at the work.Welcome to Energize Us Edu Inc — Your #for1 Channel for all things Construction & Skilled Trades 🚀At Energize Us Edu, we are your one-stop shop for all things trades-related. Throughout 2023–2024, we’ve traveled the country interviewing the most influential tradespeople, sharing their stories, and documenting every step of our own journey to help you build a successful career.🔧 We break down:How to get started in the tradesThe mindset and tools needed to go proReal-world advice and mentorship from industry leadersThis isn’t just about landing a job—it’s about building a future.🎧 Follow our journey, get inspired, and take control of your skilled trades path today.📌 Explore More:🌐 Visit Our Website: https://energizeus-edu.today🎙️ Listen to the Podcast: https://podcast.energizeus-edu.today/📘 Free Blueprint eBook: https://info.energizeus-edu.today/blueprint-ebook📸 Follow Us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/energizeusedu/

2. 

   13 Mar 2026

   Are Electricians Underpaid? (Contractors vs Electricians)

   🎙️ In the last episode, we talked about the realities of being an electrical apprentice and the things nobody warns you about when entering the trade.But one topic always comes up once electricians gain experience on the jobsite: money.Many apprentices and journeymen wonder if electrical contractors are making huge profits while electricians struggle with wages and rising costs of living.At the same time, contractors carry the financial risk of running a business — payroll, insurance, tools, trucks, permits, and project liability.So what is the truth?📌 Explore More:🌐 Website: energizeus-edu.today🎙️ More Episodes: podcast.energizeus-edu.today📘 Free eBook: info.energizeus-edu.today/blueprint-ebook📸 Follow Us: @energizeusedu on Instagram

3. 

   13 Mar 2026

   What Makes an Electrical Apprentice Stand Out on a Jobsite? (Start Today)

   Every electrician remembers their early apprentice years. You’re learning tools, running material, trying to keep up with the pace of the jobsite. But after a while something becomes obvious. Some apprentices move forward quickly… while others stay stuck doing the same tasks. So what actually makes the difference? In this episode we break down the habits that experienced electricians notice immediately on a jobsite and the practical things apprentices can start doing today to grow faster in the trade.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.1 / 5

9 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

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