Two-thirds of Gen Z say trades lead to $100K faster than college, poll finds
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A Wolverine-commissioned poll of 2,000 U.S. 16- to 28-year-olds found two-thirds of Gen Z said becoming a tradesperson is a quicker route to a $100,000 salary than attending college.
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KEY FACTS
- Two-thirds of respondents said becoming a tradesperson is a quicker path to a $100,000 salary than going to college.
- The poll found young people prioritize well-paid jobs (29 percent), work-life balance (20 percent), and flexibility (18 percent).
- Only 32 percent of respondents said opting for university instead of an apprenticeship is a good idea.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
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Two-thirds of Gen Z respondents say becoming a tradesperson is a quicker route to a $100,000 salary than attending college, according to a poll of 2,000 U.S. 16- to 28-year-olds. The research was commissioned by Wolverine, which is promoting skilled trades through its #ProjectBootstrap initiative in response.
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A Wolverine-commissioned poll of 2,000 U.S. 16- to 28-year-olds found two-thirds of Gen Z said becoming a tradesperson is a quicker route to a $100,000 salary than attending colleg…
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