How to Maximize Your Time During an Electrician License Exam The electrician license exam is a challenge—not just because of the content, but because of the clock. With roughly two minutes per question, time management becomes just as important as knowing the material. So, how can you stay on pace without sacrificing accuracy? Here’s a […]
Here’s a simple but important tip: Bring the right calculator to your electrical exam. The wrong calculator can cost you time, accuracy, or even your ability to take the exam. Here’s how to make sure you’re prepared. #ElectricianLicense #passtheelectricianexam
If you’ve been studying hard for the electrician license exam but find yourself struggling to retain information, zoning out mid-page, or battling mental fatigue before you’ve even finished your study session, you’re not alone. These symptoms are often signs that your brain isn’t getting the brainpower it needs to perform at its best. Just like […]
When you’re out in the field, it’s second nature to refer to measurements like 39.37 square inches or 15 cubic feet. It’s fast, it’s clear, and it works. But when you’re studying for the electrical licensing exam using the NEC, you may have noticed the format is reversed—like this: (39.37 in.) square. That small shift […]
Safety, awareness, and proper procedure following flood-related electrical damage in Texas After recent flooding across many parts of Texas, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has issued an important reminder to all electrical contractors, journeyman electricians, and their teams: take extreme caution when dealing with electrical systems that may have been exposed […]
Let’s get this out of the way: failing the Texas electrician exam doesn’t make you a failure. It makes you human. In fact, some of the most skilled electricians didn’t pass on their first attempt. What separates them from the rest? They didn’t quit. They recalibrated—and came back stronger. Here’s how you do the same: […]
Limiting Beliefs: Working toward your journeyman or master electrician license isn’t just about studying code books or wiring systems. It’s also about confronting the mental roadblocks that can slow you down—or stop you altogether. Here are three common beliefs that might be standing in your way, and how to overcome them. “I’m Not Good Enough” […]
Preparing for the Texas electrical license exam is no small task, and one of the most critical resources you’ll need is the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) book. As the foundation for electrical work regulations across the United States, the NEC book serves as a comprehensive guide for electricians. Having a structured study plan and […]
How to Become an Electrician: A Step-by-Step Guide to Starting Your Career If you’re considering a career as an electrician, you’re stepping into a field that’s hands-on, in high demand, and full of opportunity. Electricians are essential to keeping homes, businesses, and entire industries running safely and efficiently. Whether you’re drawn to residential wiring, […]
Let’s cut to the chase: procrastination is more dangerous than a tricky code question—because it doesn’t just slow you down, it convinces you that later is good enough. And when you’re prepping for the electrician exam? Later is the fastest route to failing. We’ve coached a lot of electricians. The smartest ones? Some of them […]