You're never too old to learn something new

The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors

The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
You're never too old to learn something new
Sep 04, 2019 Episode 211
Matt Jones - Trade based business enthusiast

During your formative years, you learn everything you need to know to pass school exams. Then you sign-up for an apprenticeship to boost the skills you have to complement your chosen career. After decades of hard work, an excellent retirement plan is what most people look forward to at the end of their careers. The standard trajectory of most careers involve these simple steps.

Now that you’ve retired, what happens next? Anything—from a life of relaxation to finally pursuing your interests and passions.

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  • TSS174 – From A to B with Corey Philip [LINK]

 

About this podcast, 'You're Never Too Old To Learn Something New'

Podcast Highlights:

 
  • 4:25 – Structure and Stages of an Apprenticeship
  • 6:40 – The Risks of Working with Steam
  • 9:11 – The Job of a Marine Engineer
  • 11:21 – Powering Steam Vessels
  • 14:48 – Starting Over at 76
  • 16:26 – Getting Accredited by Learning on the Job
  • 19:17 – Fabrication: Modern Technology vs. Older Industries
  • 27:33 – Where Is Funding Sourced?
  • 32:11 – Progress in the Foreseeable Future

 

In this podcast, we will stray from the usual talk of business and productivity to sit down with David Griffith. He shares with us his experiences as we explore the idea of what it means to pursue your passion regardless of arbitrary limitations like age.

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