Good training should do more than fill a requirement. It should help people see where they fit, what they bring to the table, and how their strengths can support the work ahead.

𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗲𝗿-𝗕𝗼𝘆𝗱 of 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗰𝗵𝗣𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 has spent the last decade working alongside 𝗖𝗨𝗦𝗪 leadership and members, helping shape learning that reflects the realities of the skilled trades and the needs of the Union.

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In this conversation, she talks about knowing your learner and how curiosity and lifelong learning help people grow, adapt, and contribute in meaningful ways when they understand their own talents and the value they bring.

What makes Carrie’s story especially interesting is that she became an 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝘆 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁. From that path to her work today with TouchPoints Learning, she brings a practical view of how learning, leadership, and participation all help a Union grow.

Whether you're just getting started or looking for a new way to get involved, this episode is a reminder that everyone has something to offer and that there are many ways to help build a stronger union.

If you have any questions or would like to connect with Carrie, please email her directly at 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲@𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗰𝗵𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴.𝗰𝗮.

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