As members of the baby boomer generation transition into retirement, more and more qualified individuals are needed to take their places in the workforce. Currently, the number of jobs opening up in the industry far outpaces the number of workers available to fill them.

The more I speak with HVAC industry leaders at conferences and expos, the more I see how problematic the I-have-to-attend-a-four-year-college-to-be-successful mentality is for young learners and our industry. 

For those who have been in the industry longer than I have (pretty much everyone) and for those who have been in it longer than most (I'm looking at those of you with 30-plus years of experience), we sometimes need a reminder that there's still learning left to be done.

Are you a procrastinator? Always wish you had an extra day to complete your homework? Well, good news – you’ve been saved by the bell.