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#RI-6adc2ef1·4 months ago·
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Lookback: 5 years

“Joining the trades for a better life”

Experienced grueling work and low pay in construction

What I wish I knew
"Research the reality of trades before joining"
If I could tell you one thing
"Consider alternative careers or entrepreneurship"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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