September 2019
Ramp up your LinkedIn skills: 3 quick tips
By Ashley Pace, governor at large, Generation Next
Truck Bodies & Equipment International Inc

Do you know you need to be more active on LinkedIn, but you’re just not sure how to get started? I recently found myself in the same boat, so I looked into the platform and investigated how to best utilize it. I ran into a few roadblocks, found solutions for them, and am happy to share what I found.


NTEA News articles of note
Opportunities
October 15, 2019, Charlotte Marriott City Center (Charlotte, North Carolina): NTEA's annual Executive Leadership Summit addresses marketplace dynamics influencing commercial vehicles and your company. Learn more
Training programs

Truck Equipment 101
Covering all aspects of work trucks and the industry - from chassis and powertrains to bodies and cab styles - this introductory course is comprised of 15 video-based modules. It provides an industry overview, insight into systems that make up a truck, and basic requirements applicable to U.S. and Canadian markets. Learn more

Truck Equipment 201 (newly released module)
Truck Equipment 201 is intended as a series of online course modules designed for those with a technical knowledge seeking a deeper understanding of certain topics. The newly-released second course addresses commercial vehicle powertrains, including horsepower and torque, engine function and alternative propulsion, power and torque transfer by the transmission, and driveline and axle. Learn more

Upcoming webinars

Friday, October 11: Solve issues like a pro using the Entrepreneurial Operating System
In this workshop, Joe Paulsen, certified EOS Implementer ™, will overview the Six Key Components of EOS, highlighting the Issues Key Component. Bring some of your issues, as this will be an interactive session.. Learn more

Wednesday, November 20: Looking forward - New model year changes and implications for body builders
NTEA's Director of Technical Services Bob Raybuck will recap key information presented by leading OEMs at the 2019 Truck Product Conference. Learn more
Referrals welcome
Generation Next provides professional development opportunities to its members - employees of NTEA member companies who have less than 10 years' work truck industry experience. If you would like to recommend a colleague for membership, complete and return the  application. Or share our presentation.