GETTING STARTED
Whether you're new to Generation Next or have been with us for a while and want to become more involved, here are some steps to help you get the most out of your membership.
1. Follow us on social media. And participate in the platforms.
2. Share your news. Send your company or professional milesteones to Laura for publication in the monthly newsletter, Generation Next Edition.

3. Take the next step. Consider joining the Board of Governors, and be part of the group that helps guide the development of programs and services. The nomination process takes place each fall. The Board of Governors is periodically invited to join
NTEA Board of Directors activities. The Chairman is invited each year to attend the NTEA Summer Strategic Board of Trustees Meeting. Several Generation Next members have been elected by NTEA membership to serve on the Board of Trustees.
Here are the stories of two work truck industry leaders who once served as Generation Next Chairs:
4. Help Generation Next grow. Recommend membership to your colleagues. Share the application
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1. Helpful links
2. Monthly newsletter
Generation Next's monthly enewsletter, Generation Next Edition, features an article each month from a member of the Board of Governors, as well as professional development opportunities, member news, and more.

3. Quarterly webinar series
"What's Next with Gen Next" features industry professionals discussing topics related to professional development, leadership, networking, emerging technology, career advice and more.
4. From the Board
Following is a selection of articles written by Board of Governors members on timely professional development and industry topics.
- 6 tips to get the most out of Work Truck Week, by Brian Guillerault (LinkedIn), originally published in the February 2023 issue of Generation Next Edition
- 6 tips to keep up with professional development in a hybrid world, by Jennifer Rogers (LinkedIn). originally published in the January 2023 issue of Generation Next Edition
- A checklist for conducting candidate interviews, by Chris Prenkert (LinkedIn), originally published in the December 2022 issue of Generation Next Edition
- How to take a headshot, by Ashley Pace (LinkedIn), originally published in the November 2022 issue of Generation Next Edition
- Actions speak louder than words: Why body language is important, by Blake Norris (LinkedIn), originally published in the October 2022 issue of Generation Next Edition
- Key communication skills for any position, by Sean Woodman (LinkedIn), originally published in the September 2022 issue of Generation Next Edition
- 3 steps for better listening, by Derek Hill (LinkedIn), originally published in the August 2022 issue of Generation Next Edition
- 3 tips for transitioning to a leadership role, by Nate Eichinger (LinkedIn), originally published in the July 2022 issue of Generation Next Edition
- 3 steps for better presentations, by Ashley Pace (LinkedIn), originally published in the June 2022 issue of Generation Next Edition
- How to create a network of mentors to supercharge your professional development, by Jennifer Rogers (LinkedIn), originally published in the May 2022 issue of Generation Next Edition.
- 6 tips to increase workday productivity, by Michelle Leyo (LinkedIn), originally published in the April 2022 issue of Generation Next Edition.
- Meet Aaron Clevenger, Generation Next's 2022/2023 Board Chair (Aaron's LinkedIn), originally published in the March 2022 issue of Generation Next Edition.
- Q&A with Brian Guillerault (LinkedIn), originally published in the February 2022 issue of Generation Next Edition.
- How is leadership within your reach? by Sean Woodman (LinkedIn), originally published in the January 2022 issue of Generation Next Edition.
- Here's why networking is important to professional growth, by Ashley Pace (LinkedIn), originally published in the November 2021 issue of Generation Next Edition.
- Do your homework, by Aaron Clevenger (LinkedIn), vice chair, originally published in the October 2021 issue of Generation Next Edition.
- 6 tips for better meetings, by Anne Sutton, MBA (LinkedIn), former governor at large, originally published in the September 2021 issue of Generation Next Edition.
- Are you on trend for continuing education? by Sean Woodman (LinkedIn), governor at large, originally published in the August 2021 issue of Generation Next Edition.
- 4 keys to an organized work-life, by Derek Hill (LinkedIn), governor at large, originally published in the July 2021 issue of Generation Next Edition.
- 8 leadership tips to motivate your team, by Anne Sutton, MBA (LinkedIn), former governor at large, originally published in the June 2021 issue of Generation Next Edition.
- Asking for help: An unoffical guide, by Ashley Pace (LinkedIn), treasurer, originally published in the April 2021 issue of Generation Next Edition
- Generation Next at WTW21, by Will Ballas (LinkedIn), chair, originally published in the March 2021 issue of Generation Next Edition
- Collaboration: Success through relationships, by Aaron Clevenger (LinkedIn), treasurer, originally published in the February 2021 issue of Generation Next Edition
- The role of empathy in an industry that's all about being tough, by Ashley Pace (LinkedIn), governor at large, originally published in the October 2020 issue of Generation Next Edition.
- Navigating through change: A Q&A with Brian Guillerault, Brian (LinkedIn) provides practical tips on navigating change to come out stronger on the other side. Originally published in the August 2020 issue of Generation Next Edition.
- Selling product outside your comfort zone, by Aaron Clevenger (LinkedIn), treasurer, originally published in the June 2020 issue of Generation Next Edition.
- Making the most of a webinar: Professional development during a pandemic, by Ashley Pace (LinkedIn), governor at large, originally published in the April 2020 issue of Generation Next Edition.
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What would you like to see more of? Less of? We want to hear from you. Please contact any member of the Generation Next Board of Governors or NTEA Senior Director of Business Systems Derek Eng at 248-479-8909 or email derek@ntea.com.
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