The Truth About Why Young People Avoid Construction

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The HODCAST - Conversations Worth Having - with Sam La Roche

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The Hodcast is hosted by Sam La Roche and features apprentices, tradespeople, and industry professionals in meaningful conversations about learning the trade, building a career, and continuous development — on site and beyond. From early experiences to leadership insights, it’s a platform for shared learning and growth. New episodes every week. Follow now for conversations worth having.

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The Truth About Why Young People Avoid Construction | Dan Edwards Conversation #34

The HODCAST - Conversations Worth Having - with Sam La Roche

1 hour 22 minutes 11 seconds

1 month ago

The Truth About Why Young People Avoid Construction | Dan Edwards Conversation #34

Why is construction struggling to attract young people, and what do we need to change to fix it?

In this episode of The Hodcast, hosted by Sam La Roche, Dan Edwards, Founder of Constructed Pathways, shares what he has learned from working directly with young people, schools and industry leaders.

We discuss
📉 Why many young people do not see construction as a real opportunity
🎓 How education and industry have lost connection
👷 What employers can do to attract and retain new talent
🧱 How Constructed Pathways is helping rebuild the talent pipeline
🌍 What it will take to close the skills gap for good

A practical and honest conversation for educators, employers and anyone invested in the future of the construction sector.

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