It’s weird there are a lot of conversation about the down side of becoming a tradie.. because last we checked, making good money, working with your hands, easy entry point and you can travel with it, sounds awesome. We’ve all heard it, “finish high school and go to Uni”.  This is not the pathway for everyone, and if this is you, don’t be intimidated by these conversations.  You might be surprised to know that many of our trades are listed on the Australian National Skills Needs List. So for young Australians looking to broaden their horizons and get into a trade, here are a few things to look forward to. The dollars How does earning more than the average lawyer sound? According to 2016’s national figures from serviceseeker.com.au, the average plumber charges a whopping $78.40 an hour, while the average electrician charges $74.61 an hour. Overall, tradies across the country made an average of $60.88 an hour last year. Not too shabby right? And those figures are on the rise too. Of course, how much you pocket as a tradie will depend on your experience, the work you do, and whether you’re employed or self-employed. But even as an apprentice or trainee you’re looking at … Continue reading Get A Career You Love … BECOME A TRADIE