Transforming Technician Roles: Your Roadmap to Becoming an Automation Specialist Are you ready to unlock a future where your technical skills become your greatest asset? In this podcast episode, we dive deep into the exciting world of automation, revealing how technicians can evolve into high-demand automation specialists - potentially doubling their career opportunities and income potential with the right strategy. Some Topics We Discuss Include: • The explosive growth of automation across industries [00:00:24] • Emerging job titles in automation technology [00:01:20] • Why automation is reshaping workplace productivity [00:02:33] • Critical skills needed to transition from technician to automation specialist [00:04:29] • Key certifications that boost your employability [00:05:08] • How to build a compelling automation portfolio [00:06:51] • Networking strategies for automation professionals [00:07:43] • The importance of finding a mentor in the field [00:08:07] • Why human expertise remains crucial in an automated world [00:10:18] • And much more... Word of Wisdom: "Automation isn't about replacing humans altogether. It's about giving them superpowers." [00:10:53] Action Steps You Can Take Right Now: • Conduct a personal skills inventory and identify automation interests [00:13:27] • Explore educational pathways - certifications, online courses, degrees [00:14:10] • Start building a hands-on automation portfolio through personal or open-source projects [00:14:45] • Network with professionals in automation through industry events and online communities [00:15:26] • Seek out a mentor through professional organizations like ISA [00:16:08] References & Resources Mentioned: • International Society of Automation (ISA) Mentorship Program [00:08:36] • Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Certification [00:05:08] • Certified Automation Professional (CAP) Certification [00:05:29] Comments, share your thoughts or suggest future topics. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast to help spread the message of freedom and choice! How We Can Help You When You Are Ready 1️⃣ How I Get 1M+ Views Per Month on Autopilot with The Daily FREE Traffic Machine: https://bit.ly/1Mtraffic_avalanche 2️⃣ How To Create A Profitable Coaching Business WITHOUT Sales Calls While Fulfilling In Just 30 Minutes: https://bit.ly/2kcoach 3️⃣ How To Eliminate Your #1 Time Consuming Task In The Next 7 Days & Save 2 Hours A Day: https://bit.ly/sbarecommended 🎙️ Listen to the podcast: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZN28AJ Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3XPMPEK Youtube Podcast: https://bit.ly/sbayt #smallbusinessaccelerator