Steve Harper – INTERVIEW: Aug 28, 11:30, 2024. Below is the original scripted questions for our interview as it is live they are more of a guideline. Check out my pre-planned information and I really hope you enjoy listening to how things unfolded with Steve. Link to follow. 4-Guest position or title and name of business: … Continue reading Feel the Energy.
Category: Trades and Technology
This category will be where I cover welding, engineering, trades and technology based discussions.
Tip Size Matters.
My Video on IG through link below. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C9fQ3xegiuc/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link The tip is too big for the job. Seems to be how everyone does it… At least that’s what the Motive Power apprentices tell me from their perspective. It’s no coincidence that the Stars weren’t aligned… The cut did not go smoothly from start to finish. Some… Continue reading Tip Size Matters.
worth a conversion
I came across this on LinkedIN. It is definitely worth a conversion. Click the like below to find the source of this conversation starter. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/karstenmadsenoptiweld_bc-shipbuilder-fined-710k-for-workers-activity-7211910307756015617-V2qa/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android I couldn’t agree more with Karsten. Safety should be everyone’s concern. knowledge of hazards, equipment and procedures through training is key in creating quality systems. Meaning, a day in training… Continue reading worth a conversion
Better late than never!
So in 2023 I submitted another piece of my work to the IIW Welded art photographic exhibit. This digital collection highlights the UNs 17 SDGs. These sustainable development goals that the UN represents can be found through this link https://sdgs.un.org/goals From where I sit all that everyone can do as an individual is what they… Continue reading Better late than never!
Wild Things 2.0
As said in the introduction a few weeks back this exhibit https://jemsmind.com/wild-things/ had a vision to compile a collection of pieces that help celebrate welded art. As well as, important environmental issues that we need to address for the better of us all. But there are unseen depths of every celebrated piece. The lead up… Continue reading Wild Things 2.0
Shop Bump
OH LOOK WHAT I FOUND… #babyboybump💙 Super pregnant Mama belly… #38weekspregnant The Shop was looking pretty good before I went on leave…. Way back when, May 31, 2019… #pregnantwelder #imnotawelder #imaweldingtechnologist #WOMENINWELDING #weldingmom This was my third pregnancy. The second one, working as a Welding Technologist. With the pregnancy in the video, I worked until… Continue reading Shop Bump
Many Shoes
“Give a girl the right shoes and she can conquer the world.”Marilyn Monroe [1] “Give a girl the correct footwear and she can conquer the world.”Bette Midler [2] “Each pair of shoes is a tool that supports you in the many roles on life’s journey.”JEMI Regardless of the title worn from one moment to another,… Continue reading Many Shoes
Wading Through The B.S. Towards Equality…
In the past I have facilitated and had the honour of being invited to welding camps and workshops for young women to try out welding. As well, learn about potential opportunities for a career in welding. That’s where myself and other women in welding volunteered to share our journeys. The whole purpose for guest speakers… Continue reading Wading Through The B.S. Towards Equality…
Qualified vs Certified, A Mom’s Edition
Putting a title on something ultimately reduces what that something could actually turn into. I believe this, because of preconceived ideas that are placed around words or titles. What is a title anyway? It means something different to everyone. How you perceive yourself, how you perceive the world, how the world perceives you. Growing up,… Continue reading Qualified vs Certified, A Mom’s Edition
Limitless Potential
What does the Welding Industry have to offer? The plain and simple answer is, Opportunity. Trades are big business and expanding exponentially as technology develops and infrastructure deteriorates… Yet, when looking in things can seem very focused, technical and overwhelming. However, that can be an indicator of the potential versatility of said career. Similar to… Continue reading Limitless Potential