The Value of Trade Schools: Real-World Skills for In-Demand Careers

The Municibid Podcast

Greg Berry, CEO and Founder of Municibid, shares his unique journey from vocational technical high school to establishing his own business. He discusses the benefits of trade schools, entrepreneurism, and the many opportunities within the trade sector.

Greg touches on his experiences and the practical skills he acquired at a vocational technical high school, which propelled him into a successful entrepreneurial career. He reflects on the stigmas attached to trade schools and how real-world exposure through apprenticeships provided him an edge. With a focus on IT and networking, Greg discusses the certification programs that helped him carve a niche in the business world. His apprenticeship give him real-world applicable skills learned. Greg also highlights the value employers can find in hiring trade school graduates.

About the Guest:

Greg Berry, CEO and Founder of Municibid, is an entrepreneur with a passion for the auction industry, particularly in the government surplus sector. His journey in the world of business and technology began when he attended Western Center for Technical Studies, now known as Western Montgomery County Technical School, where he specialized in business technology. With a strong technical foundation and real-world experience gained through an apprenticeship program, Greg launched his own IT company immediately after graduating.

Key Takeaways:

• Trade schools as a viable education and career path: Greg’s personal experience defies traditional education norms, showcasing the robust opportunities trade schools offer.
• Real-world experience in education: Learning through practical application and apprenticeships can surpass the benefits of traditional academic approaches.
• Entrepreneurial success post-trade school: Greg exemplifies how trade school graduates can become successful entrepreneurs, leveraging their hands-on training and industry certifications.
• Rethinking the value of college degrees: With high costs of college and uncertain job prospects, Greg encourages considering trade school and certifications, which can often lead directly to high-demand careers.
• Benefits to employers: Graduates from vocational programs may possess strong work ethics and practical skills that are highly valuable in the workforce.

Additional Resources:

• Explore the wild world of government surplus at Municibid
• Learn more about Government Surplus Vehicles: https://blog.municibid.com/the-government-surplus-vehicle-guide/
• Looking to sell your government surplus? Learn more about how to sell: https://municibid.com/sell/

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