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The ever-evolving HVAC industry calls for constant learning, with its hands-on nature often attracting those who love solving practical problems. Denny Baumgart, VP of Technical Services for Airtight Facilitech, is a lifelong learner and has pushed himself to grow his skills in the HVAC industry. Baumgart chose the heat and air conditioning path over…
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Looking for a Secure Future in an Unpredictable Economy? Become an HVAC Technician
Jonathan Bivens is an HVAC technician at Air Texas Mechanical. He bounced around after high school, trying to find a career that would provide for his family. Thanks to persistent reminders from his uncle, he found out about the possibilities in the field of HVAC. “I have listened to him ever since!” he says….
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Welding: It’s Not Just a Job, It’s a Career
What started as “just a job” turned into a fulfilling career for Vince McGill. Watch as he describes his journey to becoming a welder. It wasn’t easy, his parents wanted him to get a four-year degree. But McGill ultimately found the career that was right for him. Now, he loves what he does. He…
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Vet Techs Across the Country Are Making a Difference One Paw at a Time and You Can, Too!
Want to work with animals? Watch as real vet techs answer the questions you’ve always wondered about. What is the job like? Is it satisfying to work with animals all day? Get a peek at your future!
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Challenge Yourself and Help Others By Becoming an MRI Technician
If you like helping people and the challenge of mastering complex medical equipment, consider a job as an MRI technician. This profession requires a high level of technical skill, as well as a good understanding of human anatomy and the principles of MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging). MRI technicians also need good interpersonal skills, as…
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Become a Truck Driver and Seize the Open Road
If you’re inspired by the open road and like the idea of working independently, you might want to consider becoming a truck driver. Long-haul drivers can expect to earn a solid paycheck after a short training period. Training is also affordable — a far cry from the debt of earning a four-year degree. Although…
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Love Media? Become a Broadcast Engineer and Have a Front Row Seat
Interested in working in media and entertainment? Consider becoming a broadcast engineer! It’s an opportunity to combine technical expertise with a passion for media. As a broadcast engineer, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring that audio and video are transmitted with the highest quality for a wide-range of productions, from sports to breaking…
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Leading Change from Within: The Power of Transformational Leadership
Leadership is being tested in real time. As organizations navigate AI adoption, remote work, and constant structural change, many leaders are discovering that strategy alone isn’t enough. People are asking deeper questions about purpose, trust, and what it really means to show up for teams when uncertainty is the norm. In a world where burnout…
Clarity Under Pressure: Technology, Trust, and the Future of Public Safety
When something goes wrong in a community—a major storm, a large-scale accident, a violent incident—there’s often a narrow window where clarity matters most. Leaders must make fast decisions, responders need to trust the information in front of them, and the systems supporting those choices have to work as intended. Public safety agencies now rely…
Clarity in the Storm: Weather Intelligence, GIS, and the Future of Operational Awareness
For many organizations today, weather has shifted from an occasional disruption to a constant planning factor. Scientific assessments show that extreme weather events—including heatwaves, heavy rainfall, and wildfires—are occurring more frequently and with greater intensity, placing growing strain on infrastructure, utilities, and public services. As weather-related disruptions become more costly and harder to manage,…
AI in Sterile Processing Is Proving Its Value by Acting as a Co-Pilot, Not a Replacement
Sterile processing departments are dealing with persistent operational pressures. Surgical case volumes are rising, instruments are more complex, and staffing shortages remain across many health systems. Accuracy and documentation requirements continue to tighten, leaving little room for error. In busy hospitals, sterile processing teams may handle 10,000 to 30,000 surgical instruments per day, with…