Gen Z is increasingly turning to trade schools in hopes of future-proofing their careers against A.I. But getting their parents and peers on board can be a challenge. (www.nytimes.com)

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[-] Skyrmir@lemmy.world 3 points 4 days ago

All I know is my coworker had to find a different plumber because the last one showed up in a corvette. And I'm pretty sure my uncle put a general contractors kids through college, and a trip to Hawaii.

[-] Obi@sopuli.xyz 3 points 4 days ago

I don't understand, why did the corvette made him find a new plumber? Are these "fancy" cars and they felt they must be overcharging if they can afford it?

[-] Skyrmir@lemmy.world 3 points 4 days ago

If a plumber shows up to your house driving a sports car, you can't afford them.

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