Episode 136 - Rethinking the Traditional Work Structure & Creating Pathways for Young Technicians With Russell Richey
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In this episode, David and Lucas sit down with Russell Richey, research director at Endeavor Business Intelligence. Russell presented a survey at the Ratchet and Wrench Management Conference 2023, showing the public's perception of the automotive industry as a career option. They discuss the results of the survey as well as the move away from relying on outdated structures when attempting to attract new talent into the industry.
Topics discussed:
00:02:00 Quarterback breaks down plays in a concise way.
00:07:09 Pushing for improved collaboration between local schools and colleges.
00:12:47 Workforce development focus, lack of opportunities.
00:20:35 Lucas watches the crane dismantling from heights.
00:21:51 Kids today: coding, mechanics of the present
00:31:54 Python pro writes code that has flexible working.
00:34:17 Understanding clients, meeting their demands, and market adaptation.
00:42:49 Asta shop commits to helping young technicians.
00:47:48 The Association offers programs for member discounts.
00:49:34 Requirement: Training before the podcast, sensitivity, and data for industry understanding.
00:55:20 Get a 4-year degree in Applied Sciences to save money.
01:00:12 Endless cycle of schooling and investment.
01:05:04 Interested technicians drive innovation in automotive.
Topics discussed:
00:02:00 Quarterback breaks down plays in a concise way.
00:07:09 Pushing for improved collaboration between local schools and colleges.
00:12:47 Workforce development focus, lack of opportunities.
00:20:35 Lucas watches the crane dismantling from heights.
00:21:51 Kids today: coding, mechanics of the present
00:31:54 Python pro writes code that has flexible working.
00:34:17 Understanding clients, meeting their demands, and market adaptation.
00:42:49 Asta shop commits to helping young technicians.
00:47:48 The Association offers programs for member discounts.
00:49:34 Requirement: Training before the podcast, sensitivity, and data for industry understanding.
00:55:20 Get a 4-year degree in Applied Sciences to save money.
01:00:12 Endless cycle of schooling and investment.
01:05:04 Interested technicians drive innovation in automotive.
