The lone girl (a senior) in my shop is the nicest out of all of the seniors. Knows the code in and out, and knows how to do things right, and does them right. (Example, the seniors and juniors are doing the wiring for the school's new smart boards and projectors, and her work looks the best out of the rest.) She's also the #1 ranked senior, which should say something.
I have no problem with women in the trades, but yeah, some people will treat you differently. IMO (and my instructor's), the person's attitude matters more than their gender. The advice from the senior, "Don't let them intimidate you, just do the job and prove yourself." The girls in carpentry, machine tech and welding say the same thing.
Ian A.
Last edited by Theelectrikid; 03/28/08 08:50 PM. Reason: Edited 'cause I still kant type!
