Employee Retention

Why soft skills and a clear career path are becoming the trades' best recruiting tools

Straight Outta Crumpton host Greg Crumpton talks with Windy City Equipment CEO Josh Zolin about why communication and a real career roadmap, not just technical skill, now decide who the trades hire and keep.

From Second Chances to Stronger Teams: Bradley Henderson on Structure, Culture, and Trades-Based Redemption

The trades have always demanded grit, but grit alone doesn’t build a strong workforce. People need structure, clear expectations, and a sense that their work is taking them somewhere. That’s especially true in HVAC and mechanical services, where employers are trying to hire, reta