Stop being weak, it only hurts yourself.

[@victorf361]

First gang! Love your wisdom and knowledge Donald! 3rd year IBEW electrical apprentice here!

[@DonaldMillerElectric]

Thanks Vic, Always tryin to help.

[@Yyyppp789]

You are really good 👍

[@DonaldMillerElectric]

@@Yyyppp789 I do my best at whatever I’m doing that day. If you care about what your doing, everything changes for the better, every day has a purpose. Thanks M.

[@christophercopeland3702]

Thanks for passing along the knowledge, always look forward to your videos!

[@travalicious128]

I appreciate the input in the matter...definitely never been a two tool type dude. Happy 4:20!

[@Born2Toke]

Thanks so much for the advice

[@RileyFrazier-r8p]

Hey Mr.Miller I am a first year just rolled over actually i’m 19 got a job with a master electrician and self contractor. I decided to do this instead of college so I take it very seriously and spend all my time learning,researching,and loving everything about this career. Would love to get it touch with you!!

[@DonaldMillerElectric]

Welcome to the trade, it will be an amazing ride.

[@core4X]

We do a lot of remodeling in old plaster homes in San Antonio. Can relate to all your content. Every time you talk about hack work I picture an electrician making holes in the wall with a hammer😂

[@DonaldMillerElectric]

It’s insane how modern electricians don’t know proper installation methods for older homes, it’s a priceless asset as a tradesmen that does residential work. I can understand how commercial mechanics may not have a clue, but resi guys……it’s crazy.

[@core4X]

@@DonaldMillerElectric exactly. I'm amazed at how long some of this stuff has been working for in the older homes.

[@mrnogood]

Tuesday before last, I took a "shop call" through the union. I asked the hall and even called and texted the man in charge where i was assigned. He didnt answer my call or retuen my text. I show up last Monday and im told that its Residential, Way out of my locals jurisdiction with no extra pay. and he asks me if i want to try it. Well im already here so whatever. It was the WORST six days of my electrical career. I told the JW that i was gonna drag last Thursday. Im not a quitter but i was laid off yesterday (monday) and im HAPPY about it. I was doing lights one day and i thought i was doing a good.job. then the JW says he doesnt know.what i was doing up there for hours as he expected.the lights, the receptacles AND the switches before lunch. I told him that i only have ONE speed. And the one resi apprentice that i met on the last commercial job, now is trying to get in the commercial program. Im glad im gone. Ill NEVER work residential again.

[@dissonantchaos7724]

Im in a terrible situation right now where im a helper in a company who uses "leads" who are hacks and dont know anything about electrical its actually insane. My master electrician is very skilled though. I have had good teachers in the past so i do know some good practices and discipline. i am very dilligent and i am very dedicated. Unfortunate situations have lead me to move. I just need a good mentor.

[@DonaldMillerElectric]

Move on to a different company. Until the master realizes the damage s the hacks are causing nothing is gonna change. I fire hacks as soon as I know they’re hacks.

[@dissonantchaos7724]

@Donald Millers Electrical Services LLC im in a small town with not many options, but yes youre right and I don't stop looking

[@DonaldMillerElectric]

@@dissonantchaos7724 I've had to work under hacks in my day as well. The best advice I can give his to learn what not to become, learn what not to do, and when you have the chance install every device to the best of your ability. Make your work look the sexiest it can look. This is build a good character and prep you for the wonderful road the lies ahead of you. Hang in there and never stop learning....from the good and the bad.

[@dissonantchaos7724]

@Donald Millers Electrical Services LLC definitely! I am in love with this trade and I will not let anything stop me from becoming the best mechanic I can be. Thank you for your videos and advice it has helped me tremendously throughout my journey

[@ernestorodriguez5242]

How do you stay motivated? I started when I was 19. I’m 25 years old now I just got my E-98 a year ago. I just bought my first home a month ago. I’m happy with everything else going in my life, although there is some days when I wake I up i want to call in so bad but I know I can’t. At work recently I haven’t been giving it my best. I know I can be more faster and efficient but sometimes the effort isn’t there. So how do you keep that flame lit under your ass?

[@DonaldMillerElectric]

Start testing your efficiency levels, time yourself, find areas where your weak and focus on them. We all go through funks, sometimes its diet, or a new tool bag, or new boots. I’ve been burned out and stressed out. I find caring about my work puts me in a new state of mind and gets me out of funks. Good luck and keep me posted.

[@DonaldMillerElectric]

How’s the motivation going?

[@Flatearth69]

happy 4/20 - wannabe mechanic 🤣

[@DonaldMillerElectric]

Thanks Admiral Byrd