Jun 3, 2024
This week’s key takeaway:
The journey of I-CAR Australia and the importance of training
in 2024 and beyond -
Episode intro:
We’ve got a real big hitter on the show this week - a man who
has over 40 years of experience in the industry. Richard Pratt is
the Board Chairman of I-CAR Australia, who are doing a great job at
training up the industry.
You’ve probably heard of I-CAR, and maybe you’ve already
benefited from their training, but it’s worth being reminded of
what they have to offer. Our industry is evolving at breakneck
speed - just look at the rise of EVs in recent years - so make sure
you listen to Richard to find out how you and your team can upskill
and keep up with the latest trends.
In this week’s episode you will learn:
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How Richard got started
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What inspired Richard to build up I-CAR
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How I-CAR rode out difficult times in the beginning
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What I-CAR can do for you
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Is TAFE training adequate?
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How OEMs are helping to school the industry
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The future of apprenticeships
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Will there be more key roles in bodyshops?
Show links:
** For more information, go to https://i-car.com.au/
** Find Richard on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-pratt-111618b/?originalSubdomain=au
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