The Young Electrician Podcast
by Ruben Young
The career-building podcast for electricians ⚡️This show is for electricians in their apprenticeship through early journeyman years who want more than just a job — they want a future.We focus on career strategy, income growth, skill development, leadership, and long-term direction in the trades. From navigating apprenticeship and negotiating pay, to building professional discipline and planning real career paths, this podcast exists to help electricians build real careers, real income, and real direction.This isn’t hype.This isn’t hustle culture.This is mentorship, strategy, and encouragement for people who want to build something that lasts.If you’re ready to stop drifting and start building —you’re in the right place.
Episodes
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Pass Your Exam In 90 Days
How to Pass Your Electrical Exam in 90 Days (Step-by-Step Study Plan) ⚡ Passing your electrical exam isn’t about being the smartest person in the room—it’s about having a clear, repeatable system. In this episode of The Young Electrician Podcast, we break down exactly how to go from overwhelmed…
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Study Like A Professional - Electrical Exam
How to Pass Your Electrician Exam (Step-by-Step Study Plan That Actually Works) Most electricians don’t fail because they’re not smart enough… they fail because they don’t have a clear plan. In this episode of The Young Electrician Podcast, I break down a simple, proven 6-step system to help you…
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From Electrician to Contractor: What You Should Be Doing Right Now
Most electricians wait until they’re ready to start a business before they begin thinking like a contractor—and that’s exactly why so many struggle when they finally make the jump. In this episode of The Young Electrician Podcast, we break down how to start preparing for becoming an electrical...
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S2 E14 l 7 Mistakes New Journeyman Electricians Make
7 Mistakes New Journeyman Electricians Make (And How to Avoid Them) Passing your journeyman electrician exam is a huge milestone—but it’s not the finish line. In this episode of The Young Electrician Podcast, Ruben Young breaks down the 7 biggest mistakes new journeymen make after getting…
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S2 E13 l How To Pass The Electrical Exam On A Budget
How To Pass The Electrical Exam On A Budget | Journeyman Electrician Test Prep Studying for the journeyman electrician exam doesn’t have to cost hundreds of dollars. In this episode of The Young Electrician Podcast, I break down how to pass the electrical exam on a budget using free and low-cost...
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S2 E12 I What 15 Years in The Trade Has Taught Me
We all have lessons to pass along that we've learned from bumping our heads over the years. This episode is a few of the things I've learned along the way on my electrical journey and career. Jobber: https://go.getjobber.com/theyoungelectrician Ask Neta: Ai Electrical Code App...
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S2 E11 l Setting Goals for 2026
OUR FIRST GIVEAWAY! ENTER TO WIN EITHER A 2020 OR 2023 NEC AND JOURNEYMAN PREP BOOK! *LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE TO FIND OUT HOW TO REGISTER!!! Goal-setting ground rules: They have to be realistic They have to be obtainable within the year They have to be something you actually want or need It has to...
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S2 l E10 Taking Ownership of Your Career in 2026
OUR FIRST GIVEAWAY! ENTER TO WIN EITHER A 2020 OR 2023 NEC AND JOURNEYMAN PREP BOOK! *LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE TO FIND OUT HOW TO REGISTER!!! Its never too late to move your career forward! One of the things I've realised in my career as an electrician is that I stay stagnant or I move forward…
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S2 E9 I "Picking a Fight"
Too many Electricians in the field discourage the study of the National Electrical Code, sometimes without knowing it. When we say things like "we don't use the NEC on job-sites," although this may be true for the most part, it sends a message to the younger tradesmen and tradeswomen that the NEC...
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S2 E8 l 5 Red Flags to Avoid in a Electrical Company
In this episode, we explore 5 red flags in an electric company you should avoid working for. And we announce our brand-new Newsletter for electricians called Plug Into The NEC! *Newsletter link below* Plug Into The NEC - Newsletter https://plugintothenec-newsletter-c7c296.beehiiv.com Guest or...
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S2 E7 | 10 Things I Learned as a Young Electrician
Throughout the 15 years of my career as an Electrician, there’s a lot of things that I’ve learned. In this episode I’m gonna cover 10 things that I’ve learned in my early years starting off. there’s so many topics I can cover regarding lessons I’ve learned early on, but these are 10 things That I...
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S2 E6 | 5 Things to Avoid on the JW Exam
5 Things to avoid during the Journeyman Exam. There’s a lot of good information on what TO DO when taking the journeyman exam but very little on what you SHOULDN’T DO. These 5 things can be the key you need to pass that journeyman exam and move forward in your electrical career: 5 things do avoid...
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S2 E5| The # 1 Thing to Prep For The Journeyman Exam
In this episode of The Young Electrician Podcast I talk about the number one thing you need to do in preparation for the Electrical journeyman exam and that is taking practice exams. If you need a practice exam book I recommend the one from test.com. test.com You can also do a 25 question free...
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S2 E4 | 5 Tips For Exam Day | Journeyman Exam
On this episode I share 5 tips for when you’re taking the electrical journeyman exam. Here’s the tips - The Exam time doesn’t start until you press start on the test screen. Use this time to put tabs (which are provided by the test site) in the NEC on sections you want to find easily. Like...
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S2 E3: Competence = Confidence| Journeyman Prep
On this episode is share one of the most important lessons I’ve learned about preparing for the Electrical Journeyman Exam: Confidence = Competence. Many of us go into the journeyman exam lacking confidence, feeling nervous, over thinking and we end up being too overwhelmed to give it our best. I...
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S2 E2: If I had to take the Journeyman Exam again
On this episode of the podcast, I share with you the exact steps that I would take if I had to take the journeyman electrical exam again today I feel like this information is vital because this is exactly what I would’ve like to have when I was first trying to get certified I’d ask that you guys...
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S2 E1: Voltage Lead Generation For Contractors | Gavin Hidaji
On this episode, I interviewed Gavin from Voltage Lead Generation. Gavin gives high-quality information on how to get leads and new clients as a contractor. From years of sales experience and experience in the trades as an electrician, Gavin pulls from a wealth of knowledge and experience to give...
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Ep 20 | The Human Side of Construction | Angelo Suntres
On this episode I had the privilege of interviewing Angelo Suntres, author of the book: The Human Side of Construction. We take a deep dive into the topic of Mentorship, the importance of developing a network and finding direction in life and career. Follow Angelo on IG:...
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EP 19 | Free Ebook | Electrical Journeymen Exam
On this episode I share about the new ebook I wrote: How to Pass The Electrical Journeyman Exam, a guide to overcoming fears, doubts and bad study habits! This book is set to release next month! To pre register you can go to [email protected]. I share what the book is and what the...
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EP 18 | Rob Balder of Estimating Partner | Interview
On this episode, I’m joined by special guest Robert Balder from estimating partner. Robert takes us on a deep dive into estimating. He gives some great tips on things that people miss that could end up costing a company a lot of money. The estimating process and even some tips on how to get in…
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EP 17: Bad Bosses, bad influences, no boundaries with Nico Olson
On this episode Nico and I share stories from our own experiences in the trade with dealing with difficult foreman, journeyman, coworkers and companies. Sometimes it’s hard to know how to deal with situations that get under our skin or make us feel like our jobs are at risk, but learning to set...
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EP 16: Get Your C10 License with The Contractors Intelligence School
On this episode I have the privilege of interviewing Andrew kravchuk & Hector Garcia of The Contractors Intelligence School. This is the school I went to that helped me get my C10 contractors license. In this episode Andrew & Hector will walk you through the process of getting a C10 license and...
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Podcast Update*
Update* we’ll be back with new episodes next week! I’ve been really busy with the contracting company I just started and I wasn’t able to get an episode up this week or last week. I appreciate your support and we’ll be back next week! Please rate the podcast or leave a review if you have been...
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Ep 15: Nick Been of PinPoint Electric.
In this episode I have the privilege of interviewing Nick Been of Pinpoint Electric. Nick shares his story of going from a humble “attack monkey” running wires for his uncles to a well rounded electrical contractor that’s killing it in the electrical game! Guest staring Nico Olson...
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Ep 14: Jeff The 360 Electrician: Contracting Secrets
*THIS ONES FOR THE C10 CONTRACTORS!* in the episode I have the privilege of interviewing Jeff of The 360 Electrician. The top electrical contractor on YouTube and veteran in electrical contracting. Jeff share’s secrets he’s learned over the years to try and aid you in your contracting journey!…
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EP 13: Code Buddy.chat - William Lane Interview
In this episode I had the privilege of interviewing William lane, founder of the Code Buddy app. This is an Ai powered app that puts the knowledge of the NEC in the palm of your hand! Listen to Will’s story of entering the electrical trade, what led him to create this app and what the future of...
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Ep 12: Sergio Cortez, Secrets to the NEC
On this Episode Sergio gives us more tips, tricks and insight into navigating the NEC
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Ep 11: Ruben Corona of Corona Electric & New C-10 Contractor
In this episode I have the privilege of interviewing Ruben Corona, a new c10 contractor and owner of Corona Electric in Tulare County. Hear how he started out in the electrical trade and what the process of getting a contractor license was like for Ruben.
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Ep 10: C-10 Contractor Alejandro Maldonado of Kingdom Electric
In this episode I had the privilege of interviewing Alejandro Maldonado (Alex) owner of Kingdom Electric. Alex shares his story of how he began in the electrical trade and his journey to becoming his own boss as a C10 contractor and the struggles he faced along the way
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Ep 9 Mental Health & Construction- Personal life (Sensitive Content) Part 2 of 2
WARNING: This episode deals with sensitive topics that include suicide, self harm, violence and some adult language. *Not suitable for children* - This is the continuation of last weeks episode- on this episode Nico and I dive into the topic of mental health and construction. This is a two part...
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Ep 8: Mental Health & Construction - Personal life (Sensitive content) pt 1 of 2
WARNING: This episode deals with sensitive topics that include suicide, self harm, violence and some adult language. *Not suitable for children* on this episode Nico and I dive into the topic of mental health and construction. This is a two part episode that deals with the personal life of the...
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Ep 7: Interview: Sergio Cortez, founder of Surge Electrical Training
On this episode I had the privilege of interviewing Sergio Cortez AKA EL Profe, the founder, owner and operator of Surge Electrical Training. Sergio holds multiple Masters certifications, has been an instructor in the electrical field on many levels from E.T training to foreman training and more....
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EP. 6: What does it mean to be a Journeyman Electrician?
In this episode I explore what it truly means to be a Journeyman Electrician at its most basic level.
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Ep. 5 Nico Olson Interview
We have our first ever guest on this episode! A friend and ex coworker of mine: Nico Olson. Nico recently became a journeyman and in this interview he shares his story of coming up in the trade along with some life lessons and advice for all of those that are getting ready to get certified. Set...
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Ep 4: Atomic Habits for studying
It’s so hard for some of us to actually sit down to study when we have an exam coming up. In this episode I share tips from James Clear’s book: “Atomic Habits” that are sure to help you go from never studying at all to going all out on studying! If you want to be a certified journeyman or a c10...
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Ep 3: Lesser known Journeyman requirement?
In this episode I talk about a lesser known requirement for becoming a journeyman electrician and I also give an update on the skilled vs unskilled Journeyman worker issue.
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Ep 2: Qualifications to become a Certified Journeyman
In this episode I walk you through the different avenues that you can take to become an electrical journeyman and the qualifications each for each one
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Ep 1: Intro
This is the introduction episode to The Young Electrician Podcast. In this episode I share a little about why I’m starting this podcast and who it’s for.
About this show
The career-building podcast for electricians ⚡️This show is for electricians in their apprenticeship through early journeyman years who want more than just a job — they want a future.We focus on career strategy, income growth, skill development, leadership, and long-term direction in the trades. From navigating apprenticeship and negotiating pay, to building professional discipline and planning real career paths, this podcast exists to help electricians build real careers, real income, and real direction.This isn’t hype.This isn’t hustle culture.This is mentorship, strategy, and encouragement for people who want to build something that lasts.If you’re ready to stop drifting and start building —you’re in the right place.
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Ruben Young
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