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Show your appreciation for tradesmen on National Tradesmen Day - thank them for their hard work and dedication with a small token of gratitude!
Let's show our appreciation for all of the hardworking tradesmen out there on National Tradesmen Day on September 15! This special day gives us a chance to recognize and honor all of the skilled professionals who make our lives easier by providing vital services such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and more. Tradesmen have been around for centuries and their work has helped shape the world we live in today. So let's take this opportunity to give these amazing people some extra recognition and appreciation for their critical role in making our homes, businesses, and communities better places to live.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of National Tradesmen Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Launched by IRWIN Tools, the first National Tradesmen Day was celebrated with the aim to appreciate and recognize the work of skilled trade workers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Annual Celebrations Start</div><div class='timeline-text'>Following its successful initiation, the tradition of celebrating National Tradesmen Day annually in September began.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Outreach Programs Initiated</div><div class='timeline-text'>To further appreciate tradesmen, various outreach programs were created to both educate and encourage recognition of their skills.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>More Public Awareness Gathered</div><div class='timeline-text'>Several public awareness campaigns brought greater recognition to the day, promoting the indispensable role of tradesmen in society.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>In this year, National Tradesmen Day started to gain more national attention, reinforcing the importance of recognizing and honoring trade skills.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Appreciation During Covid-19 Pandemic</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the wake of Covid-19, the critical role of tradesmen was further underlined, as their skills proved essential during the global crisis.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Appreciate a Tradies Work</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Drop off a card or a gift basket to the local tradesman you know. Show them your appreciation and let them know how much you value their hard work.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Give a Tradesman a Thank You</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Write a letter of gratitude to the tradespeople in your life. Let them know how much you appreciate their hard work and dedication.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a Tradesman Appreciation Day</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite all the tradesmen in your community to an event in their honor. Provide them with food and drinks and thank them for the contributions they make.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share Pictures of Tradesmen</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take pictures of the tradespeople in your life and share them on social media. Tag them in the post and spread the word about National Tradesmen Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Start a Fundraiser</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Appeal to your community to start a fundraiser for a local tradesman in need. Donate money or supplies to help them get back on their feet.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It honors and celebrates skilled tradespeople</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Tradesmen Day honors the hardworking, talented tradespeople who are often underappreciated but play a crucial role in our societies. By recognizing their efforts and celebrating their achievements, we can help raise awareness of the importance of these vital professions!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages young people to pursue careers in the trades</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Tradesmen Day is an important reminder that skilled trade professions are worth exploring. It shows young people that there are rewarding career options available that don't necessarily require college degrees and helps them understand that these jobs also offer attractive salaries, benefits, and job stability.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It helps support those already in the trades</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Tradesmen Day is a great way to show appreciation for those who have dedicated their lives to working in the trades. By celebrating and supporting our tradespeople, we can help ensure they receive fair wages, professional recognition, and quality training opportunities.</p></div></div>
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