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Revival of the Trades: Scott Manley and Vicki McKenna Discuss Gen Z’s Shift Toward Skilled Career Paths

In this conversation, WMC’s Scott Manley joins the Vicki McKenna Show to discuss a growing trend among Gen Z: more young people are choosing to pursue careers in the trades rather than a traditional four‑year college degree.

According to a recent WMC survey, Wisconsin employers say their top hiring obstacle is a lack of skilled applicants. This shift underscores the essential role trade professions play in keeping Wisconsin’s economy running.

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