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A Year in Review: How Auto Technicians Find Jobs – Insights from CmySkills Surveys
In the fast-evolving world of auto repair, staying attuned to industry trends is crucial. At CmySkills.com, we take pride in engaging our extensive community of over 600,000 social media followers to understand these shifts better. Today, we’re diving into a comparison of two surveys conducted in May 2023 and May 2024. The focus? The best…
Read MoreCultivating Expertise: The Value of Technician Apprentice Programs According to CmySkills’ Community
In the ever-evolving automotive industry, nurturing new talent cannot be overstated. CmySkills, a community invested in support of auto service professionals, surveyed its 400k+ followers on Instagram to gauge the prevalence of apprentice programs in their workshops. A Resounding Endorsement for Apprenticeships An overwhelming 84% of respondents confirmed the presence of a technician apprentice program…
Read MoreThe Preferred Pathways of Tomorrow’s Technicians: Insights from CmySkills’ Community Survey
An Instagram survey conducted by CmySkills among their 400k followers, who are automotive enthusiasts, revealed interesting preferences regarding their future careers in the automotive industry. Collision repair (49%) was the most preferred sector, followed by general repair and maintenance (30%) and dealership service (21%). This indicates a desire for careers that are not just jobs…
Read MoreThe Preferred Pathways of Tomorrow’s Technicians: Insights from CmySkills’ Community Survey
When faced with the crossroads of career decisions, the compass of choice among the automotive enthusiasts of CmySkills’ robust Instagram community of over 400k followers points decisively toward the sectors that promise not just a paycheck, but passion and personal fulfillment. Collision Space: The Leading Preference A striking 49% of respondents envision their future amidst…
Read MoreThe Toolbelt Generation: How Gen Z’s Vocational Vigor Bolsters the Auto Repair Industry
You know CmySkills is onto something with its first of its kind skills-based platform for both technicians and shops, with both sides using our unique 2-tiered skills profile to show and seek the right fit. WSJ – 4/1/24 – https://www.wsj.com/lifestyle/careers/gen-z-trades-jobs-plumbing-welding-a76b5e43?mod=djem10point The narrative of success for the newest generation entering the workforce is being rewritten. Gen…
Read MoreGen Z Chooses Tools Over Textbooks: The Rise of the Toolbelt Generation
Gen Z is rejecting traditional college paths and embracing skilled trades like auto repair. This “Toolbelt Generation” values hands-on work, avoids student debt, and enjoys job security in a growing field. CmySkills is a platform that connects these technicians with shops, using a unique skills-based system to ensure a perfect fit. Here’s why Gen Z…
Read MoreEmbracing the Tools of Tomorrow: How Gen Z’s Shift to Trade Skills is Reframing Success
The employment landscape is shifting, with Generation Z gravitating towards skilled trade careers over traditional ‘desk jobs’. CmySkills.com, a community of over 500,000 members, is at the forefront of this change, championing the move away from the four-year degree and towards vocational education. The Rise of the New Collar Worker Young professionals are choosing vocational…
Read MoreEmbracing the Tools of Tomorrow: How Gen Z’s Shift to Trade Skills is Reframing Success
The landscape of employment is undergoing a seismic shift, one that’s resonating deeply with Generation Z. As a community deeply entrenched in the practical skills sector, CmySkills.com has been at the forefront of this change, championing the move away from the traditional ‘desk job’ toward a future rich with opportunity in skilled trades. The Rise…
Read MoreEV claims volume up 40% as repair cost divide with ICE vehicles continues to expand
Electric vehicle (EV) collision claims are on the rise in the US and Canada. There was a 40% increase in claims in 2023 compared to 2022. This is likely due to the increasing number of EVs on the road. Repairing EVs is also more expensive than repairing traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. This is because EVs are…
Read MoreAI solutions for insurers and repair facilities helped CCC grow in 2023
In 2023, CCC saw significant growth in revenue, reaching $886.5 million, an 11% increase from the previous year, largely attributed to its advancements in AI solutions for insurers and repair facilities. Githesh Ramamurthy, CCC’s Chairman and CEO, highlighted the pivotal role of AI in the company’s success, noting a shift in client conversations towards addressing…
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