The expertise closest to the ground matters most I’ve spent a lot of time working with teams in technical environments. And one thing is always true. The people closest to the work usually have the clearest view of what’s really happening. They see the risks. They spot the inefficiencies. They know where things don’t quite line up. But they don’t always feel heard. National Skilled Trades Day is a good reminder of the value that lies in that experience. These are people who