This week's key takeaway:

The Next Gen Round Table

Episode intro:

We're doing something a little different with this week's episode. Editor Sam sat down with a handpicked selection of the youngest and most innovative managers in the business to discuss how we can attract the next generation. Sitting around the table were:

As we all know, it's becoming harder and harder to find new talent, but these guys & gals have bucked the trend and have been kind enough to share their secret sauce.

Guests in this episode:

- Aaron Scagliotta from Ginos

- Johnny Karavasilias from MPSR

- Brad Kolich from Weststar Prestige

- Joe Woodriff from Woodriff Preferred Auto

- Marlea Bent from Bellarine Smash Repairs

- Jon Christodoulou from Bodytech Automotive

In this week's episode you will learn:

-Recruitment hacks

-How to retain your best employees

-How to avoid losing workers to other industries

-Why it's important to get parents onside

-Why the image of the industry needs to change

-How to reduce the average age of your workforce

-The best incentives you can offer your staff

-How to deal with schools and colleges

-The best way to attract apprentices for work experience

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