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Mental Health in the Construction Industry
The Mental Health Series The Wealthy Ironworker takes a look at mental health in a way many do not – and invites you to join in on the discussion. *NOTE: This is Part 1 of … Read the rest
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Happy Labor day 2023
“Young men are putting themselves, six feet in the ground, cause all this damn country does, is keep on kicking them down…” Happy Labor Day, my friends – I hope this article and the day find you well. Whatever … Read the rest
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Benefits of Being a Union Member
For this post, we are going to explore some of the benefits of being a union member – and why you should be one, too. This is a sister post to 10 Benefits of Being a Union Contractor. Here … Read the rest
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2023 Goals – May Review
For 2023, goals were established following 2022 – and I’m posting a monthly review to see how I’m doing. This gives me some accountability and provides a framework for others. IF you aren’t establishing goals and actively pursuing them, you … Read the rest
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Benefits of Being a Union Contractor
Featured Image by Freepik The Union Education Series **Updated for 2025** For over 20 years now, I’ve had numerous conversations with people who simply do not know the benefits of being a union member. For … Read the rest
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2022 Goals – Year End Review
At the beginning of 2022, I decided to establish 5 new goals – and track the progress throughout the year. Those 5 goals were: Be more intentional Write more Max out our Roth IRAs Research other means of income Compartmentalize … Read the rest
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NOW is the time to get into the trades
*The best time to get into the trades was 20 years ago. The next best time is right now.* The time and opportunity are right now – photo credit here That’s my take on the old saying of when … Read the rest
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2022 Goals – September Review
If you are new to this website, this year I have set up some goals for 2022 and they are: Be more intentional Write more Max out our Roth IRAs Research other means of income Compartmentalize for long-term goals The … Read the rest
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Do you need a college degree to get a good job?
**Updated for 2023** I grew up during a time when people used to toss around the mantra, “You have to go to college to get a good job.” I wouldn’t be surprised if it were still tossed around today. … Read the rest
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2022 Goals – February Review
If you are new to this website, this year I have set up some goals for 2022 and they are: Be more intentional Write more Max out our Roth IRAs Research other means of income Compartmentalize for long term goals… Read the rest
