retired juggie 

Actually, I have to admit I borrowed the 'greasy fingered' line from one of your posts. 

I never got into industry until my mid 30s.  I wanted to be an accountant until I realized I needed college/university to make any real money (CGA/CFA) at it and that wasn't happening as I grew up in a poor family.  A friend got me a job 'in the patch' and by 40 I had my first trade. (Industrial Instrument Mechanic or Instrument Tech if you prefer) I am now also a Steamfitter/Pipefitter and a Gasfitter.  I doubt that I will ever make 'consultant' though. I'm just not the type.  I will literally be the guy 'in the trenches' until I walk away. 

I never started making the big coin until around 40 when I got my first red seal.  I won't amass as much money as some, but I'll do OK.  

To be honest, much of what I have picked has been from posters here such as yourself and others (they know who they are).  I have learned blue chip dividend stocks and patience are the key. 

Cheers RJ!