My cousin Chris is a trainer and NPORS assessor at Marlborough Highways.

The key talking points in this episode are:

- Dyslexia

- Overcoming imposter syndrome

- How the awarding bodies should change

- Investing in local communities

- Marlborough Highways apprenticeships

- People skills

- Staff retention

- Mickey Mouse qualifications

- Being a mental health first aider

- Struggling with office etiquette

- Public respect of road workers

- How he cooks eggy bread

- Wearing a dress

You can see more episodes at https://constructioncogs.com/

Michael discusses the best ways to get into site management.

He was also brave enough to talk about how he turned his life around after abusing drink and drugs. A journey that has made him a much better person.

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In this episode, we sit down with Deborah Madden, Executive Director of Engagement at CITB, to discuss the future of the construction industry, skills development, and CITB’s role in workforce training.

Deb also debunks the myths and stigma attached to CITB by explaining what the organisation is and what it does.

Key talking points:

- Shortage of trades

- Unemployment- Apprenticeships

- Retaining employees

- Women in construction

- New Entrant Support Team (NEST)

- Employer Networks

- Levy premiums

- Engagement

- Innovative creativity

- Generational leadership

- Stress

- Suicide in the family

Website: https://constructioncogs.com/