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| Generation X | Baby Boomer |
Shane Osborne Who do you trust the most? Myself. What is the best decision you have ever made? Marrying my wife, Sherry. Best book you’ve ever read? Robinson Crusoe. How did you get into the automotive service business? I got a job as a body man’s helper when I was 20 years old. Who or what inspires you? The older generations because they worked, unlike the younger generation we have today. What do you drive? 2012 Ford F-15- 4x4 Platinum w/Eco Boost. If you had a free weekend by yourself, what would you do? Go saltwater fishing in the flats in the Florida Keys. What piece of advice would you give a young person who is graduating from high school today? Learn how to work hard. What do you like most about your work? Producing the highest quality repairs possible and satisfying my customers. What is one electronic gadget that you cannot live without? My iPhone. Speaking on behalf of your generation, how do you see the future of the industry? Shortage of employees due to work ethic. You can’t fix cars playing a video game. |
Rick Hougland Who do you trust the most? My wife. What is the best decision you have ever made? Moving to Georgia from Iowa. Best book you’ve ever read: Any “how-to” book. How did you get into the automotive service business? My father owned a body shop. Who or what inspires you: My wife and granddaughter. What do you drive? GMC pickup. If you had a free weekend by yourself, what would you do? Ride my motorcycle. What piece of advice would you give a young person who is graduating from high school today? Go on to college. What do you like most about your work? Making a good living. What is one electronic gadget you cannot live without? TV. Speaking on behalf of your generation, how do you see the future of the industry? The small shops will be a thing of the past if they don’t keep up with technology with employee training and equipment. |
In future issues, we are inviting different generations from each shop (you don’t have to be related) to participate in the “Generationally Speaking” department. If you are interested, please send AutoInc. Editor Leona Dalavai Scott a quick note at leonad@asashop.org.