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Business success means being accountable to your failures
It's all about choice! I’ve been in business and worked for a number businesses over the last 25 years which...
Learning by doing, Vocational Training
With the conclusion of National Skills Week (August, 27th to September 2nd, 2018) the message “Real Skills for Real Careers” as the focus...
Why do I need a Verification of Competency?
You've just arrived at your job site. The next words that come out of the Site Foreman's mouth are:- Site...
Why construction training matters
If you were given the choice between two different plant operators—one was qualified, the other not—which one would you choose?...
How to get an apprentice that’s right for your business
The top 3 things to consider before hiring an Apprentice In businesses where key personnel (owners, managers, recruiters) are involved...
How to set goals and stick to them
We all talk about setting goals, but are you reviewing your goals regularly - are you even setting them??! When...
Get A Career You Love … BECOME A TRADIE
It’s weird there are a lot of conversation about the down side of becoming a tradie.. because last we checked,...
I’ve just completed my diploma
I completed my Building and construction course. This course covered the essentials in building and construction but, you can find...
I’ve just completed my qualification
I completed my Civil Construction Plant Operations course. This course covered the essentials in plant operations but, you can find...
I’ve just completed my qualification
I am now Trade Qualified Tiler! This course covered the essentials in wall & floor tiling but, you can find...
