Is it ever too late to change careers and pursue your true calling? We sit down with two incredible guests who share their inspiring stories of overcoming adversity, chasing dreams, and finding success in the trades. Discover insider secrets on building a thriving adhesives and tapes brand, and learn valuable lessons on transitioning from the police force into carpentry later in life. If you're feeling stuck in your career, this episode will give you the motivation you need to make a change.Joining us first is Fred, the founder of Wolf Strong – a leading brand specialising in adhesives and tapes for the construction industry. Fred takes us on a captivating journey from his early days as a scaffolder to the tragic loss of a close friend that put his life into perspective. He shares his experience working with his brother's business in America, and how he eventually started Wolf Strong with a focus on solving real-world problems for tradespeople. Fred offers invaluable insights on product innovation, customer feedback, and the mindset shift required to go from business owner to investor.Our second guest is Mark, aka "Bobby to Chippy" – a former fitness instructor and police officer who bravely changed careers to pursue his passion for carpentry. Mark opens up about the traumatic experiences he faced in the police force, the toll it took on his mental health and family life, and the moment he knew he needed to make a change. He shares the challenges of leaving a stable career, the disappointment of a job falling through, and how he ultimately connected with Dave to land his dream job in the trades. Mark's story is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to start over and chase your dreams.From the importance of work-life balance and mental health to the power of social media and networking, Fred and Mark cover it all. Don't miss their top pieces of advice for anyone feeling lost or unfulfilled in their current job. Tune in now and get ready to be inspired! Guest this week: Fred | @waltherstrong Mark | @BobbytoChippy Hosted by: Alex Dave | @elwood_enterprises ⭐ Proudly Sponsored by CT1 | www.ct1.com | @ct1ltd ⭐ Supported by Tradify | https://tradifyhq.com/ | @TradifyHQ 🏷️ Save on over 50 Trade Brands | https://tradelegends.uk/discounts/
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