Let's Talk Cabling!

Chuck Bowser, RCDD, TECH

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. -1 ДН.

    Don’t Lose A Contract Because You Parked Like A Jerk

    Send us a text We lay out how professionalism turns solid technical skills into trust, repeat work, and career growth. From credentials and background checks to site conduct, communication, and mentoring, we map the daily choices that build a reputation you can bank on. • defining professionalism as trust, consistency, and mindset • keeping credentials current and planning CECs • avoiding license issues and social media pitfalls • showing up clean, organized, and punctual • respecting vehicles, site rules, and materials • communicating clearly across email, text, and calls • collaborating with other trades to smooth schedules • building a reputation through neat, documented work • committing to lifelong learning and mentoring • following company policies and asking smart questions Wednesday nights, 6 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, join the live stream on TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube where you get to ask your favorite RCDD your questions. If you find value in this content, click the QR code to schedule a 15-minute call or buy me a cup of tea. 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

    26 мин.

  2. 4 НОЯБ.

    How Terms And Conditions Protect Your Cabling Project

    Send us a text We break down how terms and conditions protect budgets, timelines, and teams on low voltage projects and why the scope of work is not enough. Real clauses, field stories, and simple rules help you stop scope creep, avoid payment traps, and document your way to fewer disputes. • difference between scope and terms and conditions  • essential assumptions like 150‑foot averages and clear interstitial space  • continuity testing vs certification and reporting  • paper trails, mediation, and jurisdiction choices  • payment terms, retainage, and avoiding pay‑when‑paid  • change orders, authorized signers, and overtime impacts  • delays from weather, site access, and GC coordination  • liquidated damages, warranty coverage, and exclusions  • why foremen and techs must carry five key documents  • reading contracts three times to catch risk early Wednesday nights, 6 p.m. Eastern, join the live stream to ask your favorite RCDD questions; please subscribe on YouTube, hit the bell, and leave a five‑star rating; grab the 100 boilerplate T&C template via the link in the YouTube description; buy me a coffee or book a 15‑minute call 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

    50 мин.

  3. 27 ОКТ.

    Reimagining BICSI Beyond 2025 with John Daniels

    Send us a text We sit down with BICSI’s CEO to unpack why the fall conference is being rebuilt around immersive learning, real-time feedback, and six convergence-focused tracks. The goal is simple: stronger outcomes for installers, designers, and PMs who need practical tools for an AI-driven, wireless-first, data-hungry world. • Purpose and benefits of the BICSI Beyond redesign • From passive sessions to interactive, debate-led formats • Post-pandemic momentum and why change is urgent • Talent shortage and workforce development priorities • Six tracks: intelligent infrastructure, wireless, AI, AV and security, data centers, professional development • Measuring success through live polling and surveys • New CEC routes via volunteering and ethics training • Investments in microlearning and the BICSI Navigator • How veterans stay anchored while formats evolve • Team attendance, synergy, and take-home impact Click the subscribe button and the bell to get notified when new content is released Leave us a five-star rating on your podcast app Buy me a cup of coffee via the QR code or schedule a 15-minute one-on-one call 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

    35 мин.

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    Five Myths About BICSI Conferences - Debunked!

    Send us a text We bust five myths about BICSI conferences with concrete tactics for first-timers, field techs, and designers. From committee work to exhibit hall strategy, we show how to translate networking and standards into real jobsite wins and long-term career growth. • conferences not just for designers, clear entry points for technicians • why first-timers session and BICSI Village matter • how to sit in on committees and add field insight • planning your agenda with the app for ROI • vendor agnostic talks and value of keynotes • exhibit hall strategy to solve real problems • networking tactics for introverts • building a living library of standards and best practice • career lift stories and mentoring mindsets • educate clients rather than sell features 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 produced? If you're listening 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, would 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. 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

    33 мин.

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    Building Better Techs: Why Training Changes Everything

    Send us a text We make the case for training as the fastest way to fix the low voltage talent gap and the surest path to mastery for working techs, leads, and managers. Practical tactics, field stories, and metrics show how to teach adults, keep attention, and prove ROI without a big budget. • why training creates mastery, credibility, and purpose • the trainer trifecta and adult learning principles • Saturday 66‑block story and honoring admitted gaps • industry shortfall and building a youth pipeline • setting expectations, explaining the why, rewarding wins • correcting in private and using guiding questions • pairing strong and new techs, micro‑lessons, competition • measuring impact with time, retest, and callback data • engaging sessions with hands‑on gear and simple visuals • starting as a trainer without a title or budget • good vs great trainers and adapting on the fly • humility, continuous learning, and teach‑backs Make sure you stay tuned to the podcast because there's lots and lots of good stuff coming down. So until next time, 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

    40 мин.

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    From Low Voltage to Limited Energy: What the 2026 NEC Really Changes

    Send us a text We break down NEC 2026 with a focus on clarity, consistency, and how the reorganization impacts limited energy systems from design to inspection. Chapter 8 loses independence, new Articles 720–723, 742, and 750 reshape daily practice, and Class 4 power takes a step forward. • purpose of the NEC as safety and minimum construction quality • how the code is structured and why legal language confuses • role and variety of AHJs and why interpretation matters • end of Chapter 8 independence and why it changes workflows • shift from low voltage to limited energy terminology • deletion and migration of 770, 805, 840 content into new articles • overview of Articles 720, 721, 722, 723, 742, 750 • class 4 fault-managed power fundamentals and benefits • alignment between electrical and ICT trades for inspections • adoption timelines and why to learn 2026 early • what installers, PMs, and estimators should update now 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 giving us a five-star rating? And if it's not a five-star rated show, reach out to me and let me know what I can do to make this a five-star rated show. Wednesday night, 6 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, what are you doing? You know we do a live stream on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook... where you get to ask your favorite RCDD questions... If you find value in this content, would you click on that QR code right there? You can buy me a cup of coffee... schedule a 15-minute one-on-one... or buy Let's Talk Cabling merchandise. Email Chuck at advertising at letstalkcabling.com and let's connect your brand to the right audience today.  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

    25 мин.

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    When the Field Outruns the Standard: Extended Ethernet, Real Risks, and Practical Wins

    Send us a text We explore how field innovation keeps outrunning the standards, why extended copper links beyond 100 meters are gaining momentum, and what TIA’s new TSB could mean for testing, warranties, and contracts. We share practical steps for techs, PMs, and designers to push the edge without getting burned. • standards lag and field innovation tension  • permanent link versus channel clarified  • certification vs qualification and warranty conflict  • extended-distance solutions and GameChanger disruption  • TIA TR-42.7 call for interest for TSB 5073  • tester configuration for beyond-100m evaluations  • documentation and manufacturer sign-off practices  • PM risk, contracts, and stakeholder education  • designer estimating, thermal and alien crosstalk margins  • getting involved in committees and sharing empirical data If you're watching this show on YouTube, would you mind hitting the subscribe button and that 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? While this show is free and will always remain free, if you find value in this content, would you mind clicking on that QR button right there? You can buy me a cup of coffee. You can even become a monthly contributor to this podcast. Just all and you can even buy Let's Talk Cabling t-shirts. Join the community today at LowVoltagenation.com or jump into the conversation at our Facebook group. 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. Go subscribe to Cable Installation and Maintenance Magazine right now before you forget. 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

    34 мин.

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    I'm Back! - Common Questions about Getting into Low Voltage (AHL 10 1)

    Send us a text We pick up the live stream after a rough month and dive straight into the most asked questions on getting into limited energy: tools, licenses, certifications, first-day tactics, site safety, career ladders, and the real work behind the title. Along the way, we flag code changes for 2026, unravel myths about sprinklers, and share practical tips to stand out from day one. • limited energy rebrand, PBB acronym, upcoming episodes on 2026 code and extended Ethernet • what counts as low voltage across structured cabling, access control, DAS, fire alarm, fiber • PoE beyond access points, smart buildings, IoT as growth paths • licensing differences for workers vs companies, union considerations • when to buy tools, buy once buy right, what basics to expect • BICSI Tech prep, FiberU.org, test-only pitfalls, cost reality • certifications vs on-the-job learning, signaling commitment • entry roles, quality checks, documenting and communicating • daily life: early starts, PPE, lifts, crawlspaces, teamwork with other trades • career ladder from helper to PM to leadership, specialization options • construction site rules and culture, safety orientations, logistics • mistakes to avoid: not listening, rushing, poor labeling, cable protection • sprinkler pipe code reminder: nothing touches, compliance first • first-day playbook: arrive early, ask questions, write notes, quality before speed 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

    52 мин.
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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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  • Автор
    Chuck Bowser, RCDD, TECH
  • Годы выхода
    2020 - 2025
  • Выпуски
    353
  • Ограничения
    Без ненормативной лексики
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    © 2025 Let's Talk Cabling!
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