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US<p><a href="https://www.europesays.com/us/45866/" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="">europesays.com/us/45866/</span><span class="invisible"></span></a> Online tradie charged with stealing after allegedly taking deposits and not doing work <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/Australia" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Australia</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/construction" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>construction</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/FakeTradie" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>FakeTradie</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/FakeTradiePerth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>FakeTradiePerth</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/Fraud" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Fraud</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/News" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>News</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/PerthCourts" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>PerthCourts</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/PerthNews" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>PerthNews</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/renovations" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>renovations</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/tradespeople" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>tradespeople</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/TradieFraud" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>TradieFraud</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/TradiePerth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>TradiePerth</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/TradieServices" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>TradieServices</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/tradies" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>tradies</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/WaCourts" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>WaCourts</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/WaNews" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>WaNews</span></a></p>
Nando161<p><a href="https://partyon.xyz/tags/Trump" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Trump</span></a> wants more <a href="https://partyon.xyz/tags/skilled" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>skilled</span></a> <a href="https://partyon.xyz/tags/tradespeople" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>tradespeople</span></a>. His <a href="https://partyon.xyz/tags/Labor" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Labor</span></a> Department is trying to cut off a <a href="https://partyon.xyz/tags/pipeline" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>pipeline</span></a> of <a href="https://partyon.xyz/tags/workers" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>workers</span></a><br><a href="https://www.cnn.com/2025/07/05/economy/us-job-corps-labor-market-impacts" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">cnn.com/2025/07/05/economy/us-</span><span class="invisible">job-corps-labor-market-impacts</span></a></p>
CBC Nova Scotia<p>N.S. needs far more tradespeople. Diversity is key to meeting that demand, expert says<br>Thousands of carpenter and electrician jobs may be on the horizon in Nova Scotia as the province looks to reach net zero by 2050,&nbsp;but one expert warns&nbsp;there may not be enough skilled trade workers to fill those positions unless the industry 'opens the do...<br><a href="https://mastodon.hongkongers.net/tags/jobs" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>jobs</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.hongkongers.net/tags/diversity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>diversity</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.hongkongers.net/tags/tradespeople" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>tradespeople</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.hongkongers.net/tags/NovaScotia" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>NovaScotia</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.hongkongers.net/tags/News" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>News</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.hongkongers.net/tags/Canada" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Canada</span></a><br><a href="https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/trades-workers-diversity-jobs-expert-1.7529090?cmp=rss" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia</span><span class="invisible">/trades-workers-diversity-jobs-expert-1.7529090?cmp=rss</span></a></p>
EVSHIFT<p><a href="https://www.evshift.com/323216/doing-beats-talking-i-ford-pro/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">evshift.com/323216/doing-beats</span><span class="invisible">-talking-i-ford-pro/</span></a> Doing Beats Talking I Ford Pro #2025 <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Ad" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Ad</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/AUTHENTIC" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>AUTHENTIC</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Beats" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Beats</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Best" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Best</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/BlueOval" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>BlueOval</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Business" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Business</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/commercial" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>commercial</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/does" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>does</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/doing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>doing</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/ELECTRIC" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>ELECTRIC</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/ElectricCars" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>ElectricCars</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/ElectricVehicles" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>ElectricVehicles</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Europe" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Europe</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/EV" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>EV</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/finance" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>finance</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Fleet" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Fleet</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/ford" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>ford</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/FordEurope" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>FordEurope</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/FordMotorCompany" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>FordMotorCompany</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/FordPro" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>FordPro</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/funny" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>funny</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/leader" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>leader</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/manage" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>manage</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Pro" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Pro</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Productivity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Productivity</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/real" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>real</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Small" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Small</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Talker" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Talker</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Talking" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Talking</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Top" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Top</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Trade" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Trade</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Tradespeople" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Tradespeople</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Tradesperson" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Tradesperson</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Uptime" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Uptime</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/van" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>van</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/vehicle" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>vehicle</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/WalkTheWalk" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>WalkTheWalk</span></a> <a href="https://channels.im/tags/Work" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Work</span></a></p>
Verđandi K. Soldusty<p>When you've been stuck in waiting mode all day because at 09:35 the plumber said he needs to get some parts ordered &amp; will phone later &amp; asked, "will you be invisible all day?"</p><p>The house water supply is fine, just a fix he did on the outdoor tap needs some fine-tuning.</p><p>It's 17:58 (8+Hrs of waiting) now &amp; at some point in the last 25 minutes my internal Stress-o-meter switched on.<br>… Oh, hello phonophobia, didn't see you there. Good job I have his email. </p><p><a href="https://beige.party/tags/ActuallyAutistic" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>ActuallyAutistic</span></a> <a href="https://beige.party/tags/AuDHD" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>AuDHD</span></a> <a href="https://beige.party/tags/ADHD" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>ADHD</span></a> <a href="https://beige.party/tags/WaitingMode" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>WaitingMode</span></a> <a href="https://beige.party/tags/Tradespeople" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Tradespeople</span></a> <a href="https://beige.party/tags/NeedlessStress" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>NeedlessStress</span></a> <a href="https://beige.party/tags/Stress" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Stress</span></a></p>
Vidar<p><strong>Revenge on the Wall: Painter’s Message Goes Viral in Bolsover</strong></p><p></p><p><strong>In January 2020, a quiet street in Bolsover, England, became the unlikely setting for a bold act of revenge that quickly made headlines across the UK. </strong></p><p>When a dispute between a painter and his client reached boiling point, the result was a striking message that turned the town into the center of national attention.</p><p><strong>The Dispute That Sparked It All </strong></p><p>Dean Reeves, a professional painter and decorator, was hired to transform the exterior of the former North Star Club building, which was being converted into flats. Reeves claims that after completing the work, his client refused to pay £500 ($645) of the agreed fee. According to Reeves, he was asked to take on additional tasks beyond their initial agreement, with payment withheld until he complied.</p><p>Frustrated and feeling cheated, Reeves decided to make his dissatisfaction clear—on the very walls he had painted.</p><p><strong>The Message on the Wall:</strong></p><p>Frustrated and determined to make his point, Reeves took to the very canvas he had painted – the building’s exterior. His bold graffiti message read: <em>“Want your house painting? Don’t be like Terry, pay the bill! Now you will!”</em> The message, written in stark black paint, stood in sharp contrast to the freshly painted cream walls.</p><p>More: <a href="https://streetartutopia.com/2023/05/30/7-famous-street-art-pieces-that-echo-environmental-awareness/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"><strong>7 Famous Street Art Pieces That Echo Environmental Awareness</strong></a></p> <p><strong>The striking message didn’t just draw the attention of Bolsover residents – it captured headlines nationwide. </strong></p><p>Featured prominently in newspapers like <em>The Daily Mirror</em> and <em>The Sun</em>, the story resonated with tradespeople and the public alike. Reeves’ actions sparked a mix of reactions, from those praising his ingenuity to others debating the professionalism of his response.</p><p>In Reeves’ own words, he decided to take action after being told repeatedly, <em>“I’ll pay you tomorrow.”</em> Tomorrow, however, never came. The building, which was being converted into flats, now served as a public reminder of the importance of honoring agreements.</p> <p><strong>Was Dean Reeves justified in taking this stand, or would you have handled the situation differently?</strong></p> <span></span><p></p> <p><a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://streetartutopia.com/tag/bolsover/" target="_blank">#Bolsover</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://streetartutopia.com/tag/decorator/" target="_blank">#decorator</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://streetartutopia.com/tag/england/" target="_blank">#england</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://streetartutopia.com/tag/graffiti/" target="_blank">#graffiti</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://streetartutopia.com/tag/painter/" target="_blank">#painter</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://streetartutopia.com/tag/payment-disputes/" target="_blank">#paymentDisputes</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://streetartutopia.com/tag/street-art/" target="_blank">#StreetArt</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://streetartutopia.com/tag/tradespeople/" target="_blank">#tradespeople</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://streetartutopia.com/tag/viral-stories/" target="_blank">#viralStories</a></p>
oneguynick<p>It was great to speak on a plethora of topics with Engineered Systems Magazine. We talked about everything from <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/nist" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>nist</span></a> to <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/criticalinfrastructure" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>criticalinfrastructure</span></a>, <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/tradespeople" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>tradespeople</span></a>, <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/rural" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>rural</span></a> communities, and even my home state of <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/michigan" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>michigan</span></a>! </p><p><a href="https://shorturl.at/BJNS5" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="">shorturl.at/BJNS5</span><span class="invisible"></span></a></p>
Lucie Middlemiss<p>1. We found that <a href="https://sciences.social/tags/relationships" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>relationships</span></a> play a big role in the decision about undertaking a project, whether through changing <a href="https://sciences.social/tags/household" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>household</span></a> needs over time, trust in <a href="https://sciences.social/tags/tradespeople" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>tradespeople</span></a>, gender (men and women treated differently by trades), or place (people place high value on local trades).</p>