In this episode of Majlis, Ahmed sits down with Vinny, who left a tech support job and started over as a first-year apprentice electrician. He shares what pushed him to make the change, how fast it all happened, and what life looks like now on a busy industrial site — from early starts and safety culture to learning on the job with zero ego. They also talk about transferable skills from tech, making mistakes without fear, and Vinny’s growing respect (and renewed fear) of electricity.

00:00 The Transition from Tech to Trade
03:35 Finding Purpose in Hands-On Work
08:20 Navigating the Job Application Process
13:31 Mental Health and Career Change
16:09 First Week as an Apprentice
19:15 Transferable Skills from IT to Electrical Work
21:14 Daily Structure on a Construction Site
24:14 Navigating the Apprenticeship Journey
26:45 Cultural Shifts in Construction
29:06 Women in Trades: Progress and Challenges
30:26 Home Renovation: Learning Through Experience
34:16 Safety First: Lessons from Mistakes
36:34 Respecting Electricity: A Newfound Awareness
39:33 Investing in Quality Tools
44:38 Reflections on Growth and Sharing Experiences