Every apprentice represents more than just a future tradesperson. They represent hope for an industry, resilience, and the power of opportunity. I am constantly reminded… Read More »More Than a Job: Why Investing in Apprentices Builds Communities
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This week’s news of Donald Trump’s proposed 10% blanket tariff on all imports, including those from Australia, has understandably caused ripples through business and industry… Read More »Protecting Apprenticeships Amid Global Uncertainty: Why Strong Local Support Matters More Than Ever
Protecting Apprenticeships Amid Global Uncertainty: Why Strong Local Support Matters More Than Ever
February 19, 2025 Yesterday’s decision by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) to cut interest rates was a clear signal that economic conditions remain tight.… Read More »What the RBA rate cute means for Automotive Apprentices amid Cost-of-Living Pressures
What the RBA rate cute means for Automotive Apprentices amid Cost-of-Living Pressures
What makes a great mentor? It’s not just about sharing knowledge. It’s about connecting with your team on a personal level, inspiring them, and guiding… Read More »What makes a good Mentor?
What makes a good Mentor?
Something has been rattling around my head for the past few days. Probably as a result of being immersed in my own Doctoral work related… Read More »What makes a good Leader?
What makes a good Leader?
I spent another night with my head in my doctoral studies and woke up this morning with the quote in my head from Benjamin Franklin.… Read More »“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.”
“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.”
I had an amazing time speaking at the Apprenticeship Program in Melbourne, thanks to Bosch Car Service Australia & New Zealand for the invite. It was… Read More »Michael Heads to Melbourne
Michael Heads to Melbourne
Michael Wentworth Managing Director at Apprenticeships Are Us The journey from apprentice to a seasoned professional is a transformative process that holds immense value not… Read More »The Significance of Clarifying Long-Term Paths for Apprentices in the Workplace
The Significance of Clarifying Long-Term Paths for Apprentices in the Workplace
Michael Wentworth Managing Director at Apprenticeships Are Us The Importance of Securing an Apprenticeship Before the end of 2023 With the academic year drawing to… Read More »The Importance of Securing an Apprenticeship Before the end of 2023
The Importance of Securing an Apprenticeship Before the end of 2023
Michael Wentworth Managing Director at Apprenticeships Are Us In the automotive industry in Australia, where precision, skill, and innovation intersect, apprenticeships play a pivotal role… Read More »The Transformative Power of Mentorship in Automotive Apprenticeships