Tackling the Skilled Trades Shortage with Manja Horner of Boostld

In this episode, Jenna sits down with Manja Horner of Boostld to explore the challenges and opportunities in the skilled trades industry. They discuss the growing labor shortage, innovative training solutions, and the importance of creating a strong company culture to attract and retain talent. Manja shares insights on bridging the generational gap, the role of leadership in fostering a learning culture, and why budgeting for training should be a priority. They also dive into effective onboarding and retention strategies, how to create clear career pathways, and the shifting perceptions of skilled trades in today's workforce. Key Takeaways: 🔹 The skilled trades industry faces a growing labor shortage. 🔹 Innovative training methods can improve skill development. 🔹 Budgeting for training is crucial for long-term success. 🔹 Bridging the generational gap ensures knowledge transfer. 🔹 A strong onboarding process improves retention rates. 🔹 Career pathways in the trades help motivate employees. 🔹 Leadership plays a vital role in building a supportive culture. 📌 Boostld Onboarding Checklist: Click here 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation! #SkilledTrades #ConstructionIndustry #Training #Retention #Leadership #WorkforceDevelopment #CareerGrowth #Onboarding #CompanyCulture