From Toolbox to Tech: How Brian Drucks Is Modernizing Hiring

Episode 188-This episode is brought to you by DECCO--Ever wonder what the skilled trades hiring landscape really looks like behind the scenes? This week, I’m joined by someone who’s not just watching the evolution—he’s helping build it.I sit down with Brian Drucks, founder of WhereTradesGo.com, the platform that’s quickly becoming the go-to digital hub for connecting skilled trades professionals with the employers who need them most.Brian brings a sharp perspective on what today’s job seekers are looking for, how employers can modernize their approach, and why the skilled trades industry is overdue for a technological leap forward. We dig into everything from talent shortages and workforce pipelines to Brian’s mission to simplify hiring in a field where time, tools, and trust matter more than corporate buzzwords.In this episode of The Build Zone Podcast, you’ll hear:🔧 How WhereTradesGo.com is changing the hiring experience for both workers and employers 🚀 Why skilled trades professionals deserve the same digital tools and visibility as any other career path 📊 The trends Brian is watching for 2025 and beyond 🧰 And yes… a few stories from the trenches of building a platform for an industry built on hands-on expertiseWhether you’re in the trades, hiring for them, or simply curious about the future of workforce development, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.Tune in, get inspired, and maybe even rethink how you define “career pathways.”Listen to the full episode here- https://www.abcma.org/Membership/The-Build-Zone-PodcastLearn more about ABC Massachusetts visit www.abcma.orgPlease visit our sponsors:Presenting Sponsor: https://www.decco.comLightning Round Sponsor: https://attaintechnology.com/#thebuildzonepodcast #abcmeritshopproud #SkilledTrades #TradesCareers #FutureOfWork #WorkforceDevelopment #passion #love #builder #contractor #construction #TradeJobs #ConstructionCareers #TechnicalEducation #TradesTraining