Posts by Troy Latuff
The BizCare 360 EHP Program: Transforming Workplace Health for Employers and Employees
In today’s competitive business environment, organizations are realizing that employee health is business health. That’s why more companies are turning to the BizCare 360 Employee Health Program (EHP)—a comprehensive wellness and preventive care solution designed to support employees while reducing costs and risks for employers. The BizCare 360 EHP program goes beyond traditional benefits by…
Read MoreDon’t Compete, Differentiate: The Key to Hiring in the Skilled Trades
Quick answer: Employers win trades hires by differentiating on pay clarity, training, culture, and speed to offer. In today’s competitive job market, many employers in the skilled trades make the same mistake: they compete on the same playing field as everyone else. They post the same generic job descriptions, use the same job boards, and…
Read MoreThe Difference Between a Great Leader and a Great Manager: Can You Be Both?
Quick answer: A leader sets direction and builds trust. A manager runs the schedule and the process. Trades owners usually need both. In the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of business, particularly in the blue-collar and skilled trades sectors, the distinction between leadership and management is often blurred. While both roles are crucial for organizational success,…
Read MoreHow Employers Can Retain Blue-Collar Workers Through Technical Virtual Training
2026 Update: New data from the National Center for Construction Education shows virtual and hybrid trade training programs have grown 340% since 2022. Companies offering technical upskilling retain 52% more skilled workers, with average tenure increasing from 1.8 years to 4.2 years when training programs are in place.
Read MoreVirtual Technical Training: How It Boosts Sales and Morale (2027)
Quick answer: Virtual technical training lifts sales and morale by building skills, giving workers a path to grow, and getting new hires job ready faster. In today’s fast-moving world of skilled trades, staying competitive means investing in your team. One of the most effective, affordable, and overlooked ways to do this is by incorporating virtual…
Read MoreWhy Business Owners Are Shifting from Job Boards to Professional Recruiters – and Seeing Better Results
2026 Update: In 2026, the average cost-per-apply on job boards for skilled trades positions has risen to $18-45 per click with conversion rates below 3%. Professional skilled trades recruiters maintain talent pools with passive candidates who aren’t actively applying to job boards, accessing a segment representing 60% of qualified workers.
Read MoreGen Z Is Ditching the 4-Year Degree in 2026: Why Trade Jobs Are Winning
Quick answer: Gen Z is not abandoning college in 2026. Spring 2026 data from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center shows total undergraduate enrollment up 1.3 percent and public four year enrollment up 1.5 percent, while high-vocational public two year colleges grew 2.8 percent, slower than the prior two years. Trades employers are competing with…
Read MoreClimbing the Management Ladder in the Trades: Proven Steps for 2026
2026 Update: In 2026, the median income for skilled trades supervisors is $78,400 per year, up 22% from 2022. Project managers with trade backgrounds earn an average of $95,000+ annually. The career path from journeyman to foreman now takes an average of 5-7 years in most trades, with accelerated paths available for high performers. Employers…
Read MoreBuy, Sell, or Scale a Blue Collar Business in 2026: What You Need to Know
When it comes to running a business in the trades, every decision you make is strategic – especially the big ones. Whether you’re looking to grow your business through acquisition or preparing for a future exit, it pays to have a team who knows the industry and puts your goals first. That’s where the Blue…
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