Ep. 70 - Get Out of My Way, I Need a Drink (and a Technician)

Praise, Problems or Parking Lot GossipThis week on On The Drive with Cindy Lawrence, we’re jumping headfirst into another real-world convo about one of the industry’s biggest concerns: technician shortages.What do you say when someone asks, "So, what do you do?" while waiting in line for a drink? Well, if you're in fixed ops, the answer might come with a side of exhaustion and a shot of truth.Veteran techs are hanging up their wrenches, worn down by ever-changing technology and the toll it takes on their bodies. Meanwhile, younger talent is opting for cleaner tech jobs—ones that don’t require crawling under dashboards or twisting into pretzel-shaped positions to reach a bolt.Let’s face it—car technology evolves faster than we can keep up, and unlike the human body (which thankfully hasn’t moved its organs around since the beginning of time), the makes and models change every. single. year.So grab your drink and lean in—this episode's a toast to the hardworking technicians, the retiring legends, and the future of the bay. 🍻And next time someone asks what we do? We’re IRS agents—just looking for our next contestant. 😉🎙️ Hosted by Cindy Lawrence 📬 Mail us at [email protected] 🔗 Connect with us on LinkedIn📘 Join the conversation on FacebookStay Curious: Coming Soon to a Dealership Near YOU!🔑 How to reach the unreachable🤝 Creating bonds that outlast contracts🏗️ Designing dealerships—and relationships—from the ground up✨ Love what you hear? Help us grow!🔗 Share this episode with a friend who lives life on the drive➕ Follow us on your favorite podcast app to get new episodes automatically⭐️ Rate & Review us on Apple Podcasts—it really makes a difference!