Shop Talk: Will new immigration policies affect workforce development? Hear our 2024 superlatives.

Josh, Elliott, and John talk about any potential changes to immigration policy, the quest for good talent, and their top headlines of 2024.

1:04 - John believes workforce development is the single biggest headwind to the industry

5:20 - Josh looks for the silver lining if contractors have labor shortages

7:11 - John shares that 25% of mechanics are 55 and older and other retirement statistics

12:12 - John talks about success stories from the ARA job board

17:15 - Elliott talks about his optimism for the future and Gen Z and Gen Alpha's propensity for the circular economy

19:00 - Josh weighs in the future as well

20:45 - John asks Josh and Elliott what stands out to them about 2024

25:22 - Elliott begins the discussion about what he's most excited about in 2025