The Life-Changing Impact of a Four-Month Training Program
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In this episode of Inside IALR, host Caleb Ayers talks with Patrick Crowley and Ronald Green, recent graduates from the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program. Listen in as they share:
- Patrick’s transition from logistics to CNC machining for more impactful work.
- Ron’s journey from entrepreneurship in fashion to welding for career stability.
- Their intense and rewarding four-month ATDM training experience.
- How they overcame challenges and built camaraderie with classmates.
- The promising career opportunities awaiting them post-graduation.
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Chapters
1. The Life-Changing Impact of a Four-Month Training Program (00:00:00)
2. Welcome to Inside IALR (00:00:09)
3. From Business Owner to Welder (00:01:30)
4. Trading Corporate Work for Machining (00:03:39)
5. Navigating the Four-Month Program (00:06:49)
6. Finding Jobs and New Opportunities (00:11:21)
7. Safety and Soft Skills Matter (00:17:14)
8. Building Camaraderie Across Generations (00:19:07)
9. Why Choose ATDM: The Elevator Pitch (00:24:08)
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