The Apprenticeship that Saved My Life: Guidebook to Navigating the Earn-While-You-Learn Opportunity of a Lifetime - Softcover

McCray, Cory

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1636986897 ISBN 13: 9781636986890

Verlag: Morgan James Publishing llc, 2025

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“I realized that learning a trade was more than just mastering a skill―it was about gaining control over my future.” 

How an Apprenticeship Saved My Life tells the inspiring story of one man’s journey from Baltimore’s tough streets to a life of purpose, stability, and impact. 

Cory McCray was on a path many young men know all too well―one shaped by struggle and limited opportunity. But when a single decision led him into an apprenticeship program, everything changed. Through hands-on training, grit, and an unshakable commitment to growth, he found a way to rewrite his future. 

In this candid memoir, McCray shares the highs and lows of his journey, illustrating the transformative power of skilled labor and mentorship. Individuals will discover how his experiences as an apprentice shaped not just his career but his life, providing him with the foundation to become a Maryland State Senator dedicated to empowering his community. Alongside these personal stories, How an Apprenticeship Saved My Life delves into the lasting impact apprenticeships can have, particularly for those who might be overlooked by traditional educational paths. 

For anyone who believes in the power of second chances and the untapped potential within every community, How an Apprenticeship Saved My Life is a powerful reminder that sometimes the right opportunity can change everything. Dive into this transformative story and explore how one apprenticeship not only saved a life but sparked a movement.

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Born and raised in Baltimore City, Cory McCray is a Maryland State Senator and journeyman electrician whose journey from electrical apprentice to public servant demonstrates the transformative power of skilled trades and second chances. A proud graduate of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers apprenticeship program, McCray has leveraged his training to become a champion for working families and underserved communities. His leadership has driven over one hundred legislative wins focused on economic empowerment, public safety, and community revitalization. McCray’s story has been featured in The Washington Post and on MSNBC and C-SPAN. He resides in Baltimore with his family, where he continues to serve as a voice for change.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Morgan James Publishing llc
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2025
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1636986897
• ISBN 13: 9781636986890
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 180
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