In Praise of Makers

In today’s society, far too much of our attention and admiration goes to industries that don’t actually make anything. Insurance companies, banks, estate agents—they provide services, yes, but they do not create something tangible that someone can hold, use, or enjoy. As the world changes and automation advances, these roles may become increasingly redundant.

But the MAKERS—the plumbers, the bakers, the carpenters, the framers, the candle-makers, the farmers—these are the people who truly sustain society. Every day, makers put in the hard work to create something real. Something that will be used, appreciated, and remembered for weeks, months, even years to come.

Makers build, repair, bake, craft, grow, and transform raw materials into objects that are essential to life. Their work is physical, necessary, and profoundly human. And in a world increasingly dominated by the intangible and the virtual, it’s their work that will continue to hold lasting value.

We should celebrate makers, not just for what they produce, but for the pride, skill, and care they put into their craft. They leave their workshops knowing they have contributed something meaningful—something that lasts. And that is something worth admiring.

Here’s to the makers, the builders, the creators—those who shape the world with their hands, hearts, and hard work.