With 349,000 net new construction jobs needed and data centers now driving 3% of GDP, the demand for electricians has never been higher — and the supply has never been tighter. In this episode, we dig into the labor shortage crisis, why material costs and lead times are only heading up, and how the cheapest project is always the one you start today. From conduit shortages to 16-week lead times on off-the-shelf items, we break down why delaying decisions is the most expensive mistake owners can make right now.