Let's Talk Cabling!

Chuck Bowser, RCDD, TECH
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Welcome to  "Let's Talk Cabling" – the award-winning podcast that's your ultimate gateway to the dynamic world of information and communications technology (ICT). If you're aged 18 to 40 and thrive in the ICT industry or simply curious about it, this podcast is your must-listen destination! 🏆 Award-Winning Excellence: "Let's Talk Cabling" is proud to have earned recognition for its outstanding content and invaluable insights in the ICT field. Our commitment to educating and empowering individuals like you has garnered us a prestigious industry award, a testament to the quality of information you'll find here. 🌐 Explore the ICT Universe: Join us as we delve deep into the realm of designing, installing, certifying, estimating, and project managing low voltage projects across diverse industries. Whether you're an industry veteran or just starting your journey, our engaging discussions will enrich your knowledge and skills. 🎙️ Story-Driven Learning: We follow the captivating StoryBrand methodology to ensure every episode is not just informative but also captivating. Expect real-world anecdotes, expert interviews, and relatable narratives that make learning about cabling and ICT a fascinating experience. 🚀 Subscribe Today: Don't miss out on the power of knowledge! Hit that subscribe button and embark on an exciting journey with "Let's Talk Cabling." Whether you're on YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn, Instagram, or your preferred podcast platform, we're here to educate, encourage, and enrich your ICT endeavors. Remember, in the world of ICT, knowledge is power, and we're here to empower you. Join our growing community of ICT enthusiasts today!#cbrcdd #rcdd #wiremonkey #BICSI  

  1. 2일 전

    How A Two-Time Cable Skills Champion Trains For The Cable Skills Challenge

    Send a text We talk with Doug, a two‑time Cable Skills Challenge champion, about how disciplined practice, mental prep, and a service mindset led to back‑to‑back wins. He shares the drills, the mistakes, the fiber testing nerves, and why process beats polish when the clock is running. • recreating event stations with racks, 110 blocks, conduit, and 25‑pair  • judge feedback turned into checklists and step maps  • OLTS and OTDR anxiety, tool familiarity, and Softing impressions  • visualization before sleep and memorizing ITSIMM steps  • speed over cosmetic quality under timed rules  • staying calm to fix a wrong port termination  • awards night signals and realizing the overall win  • career impact, choosing to judge, and mentoring first‑timers  • why you should apply for 2027 and how to prepare  • family support and good luck charms that anchor focus “Would you mind leaving us a five‑star rating?”  “You can buy me a cup of coffee.”  “Like, follow, subscribe.”  “Applications start October or November—send your application in.” Support the show Knowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH #CBRCDD #RCDD

    37분

  2. 2월 5일

    AI Won’t Replace Every Installer Today, But It Will Reshape Your Job Tomorrow

    Send us a text We take a frank look at AI’s impact on low voltage and networking, from estimators and PMs to installers and engineers. Expect honest talk on what jobs change first, which skills pay off, and how to use AI without losing your edge. • near-term risk for estimators, PMs, customer support via AI efficiency • installers safer today yet exposed as robotics advances • standards, grounding, firestop, and transmission basics as career moat • predictive troubleshooting reducing break-fix firefights • labs, certifications, and layer 1 mastery still critical • AI-guided installs, image checks, and documentation at scale • blueprint takeoffs, BOMs, and bids improved by AI tools • shipping, firmware, and QA workflows automated to cut DOA • merging lines between installers and engineers under AI • five-year view of top-tier pros using agents and live audits • human communication as the standout skill Subscribe and share the show. Help us spread the real. Support the show Knowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH #CBRCDD #RCDD

    45분

  3. 2월 3일

    Backstage At The Cabling Innovators Awards

    Send us a text A candid walk inside the Cabling Innovators Awards reveals what really moves infrastructure forward: proof in the field, standards that prevent failures, and people who quietly solve hard problems. We honor fiber’s rise, copper’s purpose, fault managed power in use, and the character that keeps networks running. • Backstage moments and unfiltered voices • Fault managed power moving from theory to deployment • Fiber’s growth with copper’s ongoing role • Powering devices over distance with practical tools • Testing that validates fiber, copper and Wi‑Fi • Workforce gap and 3D interactive training • Standards work reducing failures and conflicts • Actual intelligence as the engine behind innovation • Winner shout‑outs and case studies that prove value If you're watching this show on YouTube, would you mind hitting the subscribe button and the bell button to be notified when new content's being created If you listen to us on one of the audio podcast platforms, would you mind leaving us a five-star rating If you find value in this content, when you click on that QR code right there, you can buy me a cup of coffee You can even schedule a 15-minute one-on-one call with me after hours, of course Share it with somebody who hasn't been in that room Support the show Knowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH #CBRCDD #RCDD

    31분

  4. 1월 29일

    AHL: Should I Apprentice Or Direct Hire

    Send us a text We weigh the real trade-offs between apprenticeship and direct hire for limited energy careers, from pay ladders and benefits to training quality, certifications, and safety. Stories from BICSI, a content mishap, and a few shout-outs frame a focused guide on starting smart and growing fast. • union vs non-union structure and flexibility • predictable pay steps and benefits compared with variable raises • mentorship quality and how to learn fast on a crew • certifications that matter and who supports them • avoiding grunt-work traps with clear pathways • routes into project management and design • small market realities and choosing culture • fiber training, advanced skills, and promotion timing • safety as a baseline and when to walk away Make sure you hit the like button, make sure you subscribe, make sure you do all the fun internet content creator stuff that we always ask you doing, right? Support the show Knowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH #CBRCDD #RCDD

    35분

  5. 1월 27일

    Inside BICSI’s ICT Project Management Path: From Field Tech To RTPM

    Send us a text We take a break this week and recover from BICSI and a cold.  Today we explore how BICSI’s PM 102 and the RTPM credential give ICT project managers practical tools they can use right away. From project charters and stakeholder risk to network diagrams and earned value, we focus on what speeds delivery and keeps budgets on track. • PM 101 vs PM 102 and who each serves • Project charter, stakeholder mapping, and risk planning • Network diagrams and finding the true critical path • Earned value management tied to measurable outputs • Change control that protects margin and schedule • Why RTPM fits ICT better than a generalist PMP • Using PM 102 hours toward PMP requirements • Virtual and in-person training options and tools • RTPM exam process, Pearson VUE, and handbook • Career path choices between RCDD and PM tracks • Visual field communication and simple daily goals • Hybrid conferences, global access, and learning culture If you're watching this show on YouTube, would you mind hitting the subscribe button and the bell button to be notified when new content is being produced? If you're listening on one of the podcast platforms, would you mind giving us a five-star rating? Support the show Knowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH #CBRCDD #RCDD

    33분

  6. 1월 20일

    New Fiber Certifier from AEM

    Send us a text We reveal AEM’s FibBlu, a compact, app-driven fiber certification kit designed to cut cost, extend battery life, and speed reporting while keeping accuracy on par with lab-grade tools. From GPS-tagged results to OCR label capture and open cloud storage, we show how moving certification to the phone reshapes field work. • sub‑$10k fiber certification focus and market gap • app‑driven control via Bluetooth with no onboard screen • dual‑ended, bidirectional, and loopback loss testing • open cloud choice with Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox • owner and user roles with access keys for team control • OCR label capture, GPS coordinates, instant PDF and CSV • live two‑unit workflow for main and remote ends • EMI shielding, calibration guidance, rugged form factor • packaging options and adapter flexibility for SC, LC, FC, ST • Blue series roadmap including upcoming copper qualifiers If you're watching the show on YouTube, would you mind leaving us a five-star rating and sending the subscribe button and the bell button to be notified when new content is being produced? If you're listening to us on one of the audio podcast platforms, would you mind leaving us a five-star rating there as well? If you find value in this content, would you click on that QR button right there? You can schedule a 15-minute one-on-one call with me after hours, of course. You can even buy Let's Talk Cabling merchandise, like t-shirts and stuff like that. Support the show Knowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH #CBRCDD #RCDD

    47분

  7. 1월 19일

    Certs That Actually Matter

    Send us a text We unpack which certifications actually change pay, trust, and opportunity, and we cut through hype around vendor badges, resume padding, and guaranteed outcomes. Along the way we map real paths from field to office, share RCDD study strategy, and highlight future-focused certs worth the effort. • tech hiccups, conference updates, community shout‑outs • acronym challenge: PBB defined as primary bonding busbar • why certifications matter when paired with standards • RCDD value, eligibility paths, and TDMM as a foundation • field design without the estimator title • vendor certifications: stacking, lock‑in, and hiring signals • best early certs for installers and why BICSI Technician has teeth • experience versus credentials and how managers weigh both • moving from field to office via PM, design, or safety • future‑facing areas: data centers, PoE, fault‑managed power, wireless, building automation • after RCDD: OSP before DCDC for most paths • smarter bidding and avoiding crowded bid lists Huge announcement, by the way. Remember, knowledge is power. Support the show Knowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH #CBRCDD #RCDD

    33분

  8. 1월 13일

    Get Your RCDD Now

    Send us a text We share a straight path to earning the RCDD, from eligibility and study plans to test-day tactics and career impact. The goal is simple: use standards, discipline, and community to turn design knowledge into better roles and higher pay. • why the RCDD is the design gold standard • where the credential unlocks bids and global work • how codes, standards, and best practices stack • who should pursue it across roles and titles • eligibility routes and resume focus on design • common mindset and study mistakes to avoid • TDMM 15th edition as the primary reference • study hours, note taking, and block learning • study groups for pacing and accountability • Pearson VUE logistics, timing, and question types • scheduling strategy, retakes, and handling nerves • resources and community support for success If you're watching this show on YouTube, would you mind hitting the subscribe button and the bell button to be notified when new content is being produced? If you're listening to us on one of the audio podcast platforms, would you mind leaving us a five-star rating? Email Chuck at advertising at letstalkcabling.com and let's connect your brand to the right audience today. Visit GoFar on LinkedIn or click on the link in the description below. Put down your tips for passing the RCE test in the comment box below. Support the show Knowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH #CBRCDD #RCDD

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Welcome to  "Let's Talk Cabling" – the award-winning podcast that's your ultimate gateway to the dynamic world of information and communications technology (ICT). If you're aged 18 to 40 and thrive in the ICT industry or simply curious about it, this podcast is your must-listen destination! 🏆 Award-Winning Excellence: "Let's Talk Cabling" is proud to have earned recognition for its outstanding content and invaluable insights in the ICT field. Our commitment to educating and empowering individuals like you has garnered us a prestigious industry award, a testament to the quality of information you'll find here. 🌐 Explore the ICT Universe: Join us as we delve deep into the realm of designing, installing, certifying, estimating, and project managing low voltage projects across diverse industries. Whether you're an industry veteran or just starting your journey, our engaging discussions will enrich your knowledge and skills. 🎙️ Story-Driven Learning: We follow the captivating StoryBrand methodology to ensure every episode is not just informative but also captivating. Expect real-world anecdotes, expert interviews, and relatable narratives that make learning about cabling and ICT a fascinating experience. 🚀 Subscribe Today: Don't miss out on the power of knowledge! Hit that subscribe button and embark on an exciting journey with "Let's Talk Cabling." Whether you're on YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn, Instagram, or your preferred podcast platform, we're here to educate, encourage, and enrich your ICT endeavors. Remember, in the world of ICT, knowledge is power, and we're here to empower you. Join our growing community of ICT enthusiasts today!#cbrcdd #rcdd #wiremonkey #BICSI  

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    Chuck Bowser, RCDD, TECH
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    2020년 - 2026년
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