Best MRSM Productions Podcasts (2025)

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Wrenches, Wisdom & the Reckoning- With Kevin Brown from Repair shop reckoning 1:07:03

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In this episode of The Gear Box Podcast, Jimmy sits down with Kevin Brown — shop owner, creator of Repair Shop Reckoning, and one of the loudest voices calling for real talk in the auto repair world. Together, they dig into the truth behind shop culture, leadership, AI in the bay, and why knowing your numbers beats chasing the next silver bullet. I…

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Check Engine Chuck and Ryan Mullen Talks the State of Auto Repair 1:39:29

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Wanna go to Tekmetric's first ever industry training event Tektonic? Register HERE In this episode, Jeff Compton is joined by Check Engine Chuck and Ryan M…

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Set Boundaries With Clients! Service Advisor Tips 25:09

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty hosts his final Autofix AdvisorCast and shares heartfelt reflections on the evolution of customer expectati…

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From Wrenches to Wealth: Building a Business That Outlives You 51:42

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In this powerful episode of The Gearbox Podcast, Jimmy Purdy sits down with financial advisor and exit strategist Matt DiFrancesco to talk about the one thing most shop owners never plan for—what happens after the grind. Matt shares insider strategies on how blue-collar business owners can transform from being trapped in their business to leading i…

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Don't Stay at a Toxic Shop! | David Peacock 1:50:25

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Register NOW for Tekmetric's Tektonic Conference coming up HERE In this episode, Jeff is joined by David Peacock, a mobile mechanic based in Calgary, Alber…

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The "We Over Me" Mindset in Auto Repair 21:38

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, host Michael Doherty dives into the power of selfless teamwork in building an unstoppable shop culture. Michael shares pers…

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Auto Repair MUST Modernize! | A Conversation with Tekmetric 1:17:27

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Register for Tektonic HERE! In this episode, Jeff Compton sits down with Amber Wright, VP of Business Development at Tekmetric, and Aaron Szafran, a former…

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Why Patience and Communication Matter for Service Advisors 22:29

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty breaks down the concept of “client guided sales” and how it transforms the traditional sales approach for s…

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Killing the Old You: Growth, Grit, and Getting Coached with Brent Kilmer 1:01:32

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In this powerful milestone episode, Jimmy sits down with Brent Kilmer — owner of Velocity Tire & Auto and coach with Repair Shop of Tomorrow — for a raw and inspiring deep dive into what it really takes to grow as a shop owner and leader. From battling resistance to coaching, to learning when to let go of bad habits (and bad employees), Brent share…

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The Sherwood's from !! ROYALTY AUTO SERVICE !! Talk the Future of the Industry 1:33:27

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Wanna go to Tekmetric's first ever industry training event Tektonic? Register HERE In this episode, Jeff welcomes Sherwood Cook II and Sherwood Cook III of…

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Mindset is EVERYTHING for Service Advisors! 18:50

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty dives into the essentials of maintaining a healthy, positive mindset as a service advisor. He emphasizes th…

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DO NOT Work a Job You Hate! Promotive Will Help You Be Happy at Work 1:07:10

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Register NOW for Tekmetric's Tektonic Conference coming up HERE This episode was recorded at the ASTA Expo in Raleigh, North Carolina. You should go next y…

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Never Stop Improving!...Or You're Falling Behind.... 17:40

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty recaps his experience at the ASTA Automotive Service Tire Alliance Expo in Raleigh and dives into why ongoi…

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DO NOT Discount Your Labor JUST to Get the Job! | Joel McLearn 2:16:47

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Register for Tektonic HERE! In this episode, Jeff Compton is joined by Joel McLearn, shop owner from Nova Scotia. Today, he and Jeff get into the nitty-gri…

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Building Trust and Loyalty as a Service Advisor in 2025 13:50

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty celebrates 50 episodes of the Autofix Advisor Cast and shares powerful advice for service advisors looking …

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Should the Auto Repair Industry Take Notes from the Heavy Duty Trucking Industry? | Mathieu Patenaude 2:01:35

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Wanna go to Tekmetric's first ever industry training event Tektonic? Register HERE In this episode, Jeff is joined by Mathieu Patenaude, a mobile heavy tru…

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Service Advisors: Top Tips for Phone Success 18:41

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty talks about phone skills for service advisors. He emphasizes the importance of treating every incoming call…

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Will the Service Advisor Role Go Extinct?? | Marshall Sheldon 1:53:21

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Register NOW for Tekmetric's Tektonic Conference coming up HERE In this episode, Jeff Compton welcomes Marshall Sheldon. Marshall stresses the importance o…

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Getting Uncomfortable is the ONLY Way to Grow as a Service Advisor 21:33

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty dives into the challenges service advisors face when it comes to avoiding uncomfortable tasks. Michael emph…

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From Wrenches to Wealth: Rethinking Auto Repair with Charlie Zlatkos 1:06:45

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In this episode, Jimmy sits down with Charlie Zlatkoz of Pleasant Car Care to talk about the journey from technician to shop owner—and why that leap requires a totally different mindset. They dive into the concept of "auto hospitality," fixing process bottlenecks, hiring the right team, and the power of saying yes to customers. Whether you're runni…

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Technicians Quit Over Poor Recognition NOT Pay | Josh Parnell 1:22:32

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Register for Tektonic HERE! In this episode, Jeff talks with Josh Parnell from the Limitless Leadership Podcast. Josh shares why recognition, rather than p…

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How to Win at The Front Counter for Service Advisors 22:35

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty dives into the mindset shift required for service advisors to truly make a difference beyond just processin…

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Flat Rate EXPOSES Lazy Techs and that Scares the Auto Repair Industry 2:06:30

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Wanna go to Tekmetric's first ever industry training event Tektonic? Register HERE Curtis Gardner is an Audi Master Guild technician. Today he joins Jeff t…

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Service Advisors - Act Like You Already Do Business Together with New Customers! 13:03

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty shares practical advice for service advisors on how to approach new customer calls as if they’re already do…

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Practice, Progress, and People: Redefining Leadership in the Shop 1:04:51

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In this episode, Jimmy Purdy sits down with leadership coach Josh Parnell of Limitless Leadership to unpack what it really takes to grow as a leader—both in the shop and in life. From mastering communication and the power of one-on-ones, to balancing recognition with accountability, Josh shares practical strategies that drive team engagement, impro…

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Dory Carlin Says Bad Management is KILLING Good Techs 2:02:48

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Register NOW for Tekmetric's Tektonic Conference coming up HERE In this episode, Jeff is joined by Dory Carlin, co-owner of a two-bay independent shop in W…

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The Five Performance Levels for Service Advisors | Level Up Today! 18:01

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty challenges Service Advisors to make a pivotal choice: remain average or strive for elite status in their ca…

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The Auto Repair Industry Needs to Fix More than Just Cars | Bryan Pollock 1:29:04

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Register for Tektonic HERE! In this episode, Jeff Compton is joined by his longtime friend and colleague Bryan Pollock. Bryan remembers stories of diagnost…

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Service Advisors NEED to Use "The Honest Agreement"! 16:18

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty dives into the concept of the "Honest Agreement," inspired by Marcus Sheridan’s energetic approach to build…

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Felipe on Rilla: Turning Conversations Into CRM Gold 36:40

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In this episode, Felipe shares how his AI-powered tool seamlessly integrates with CRMs to capture, analyze, and leverage real customer conversations. From recording interactions to providing actionable insights, Felipe explains how advisors and sales teams can boost productivity, strengthen client relationships, and make data-driven decisions—all w…

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The Auto Repair Industry is FAILING Young Techs! | Lance Mechanics from TikTok 2:06:47

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Wanna go to Tekmetric's first ever industry training event Tektonic? Register HERE In this episode, Jeff is joined by Lance Mechanics (lancemechanics10 on …

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STOP Being Transactional!! - Start Growing Lasting Relationships with Every Customer 13:52

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty dives into why the sale isn’t the end—it’s just the beginning for service advisors. Michael shares actionab…

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Faith, Grit & Five Bays: How JJ Scaled a Small Shop into a Powerhouse 39:11

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What happens when a former Wall Street financier-turned-school teacher opens a five-bay auto shop in a small Maryland town? You get JJ — a powerhouse of faith, grit, and strategy. In this episode, JJ shares how he transformed his shop from grinding $40K months into a $450K+ monthly revenue engine — all without a massive facility or a big-city advan…

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The State of the Repair Industry and What's Next with Christopher Delprete 1:39:11

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Register NOW for Tekmetric's Tektonic Conference coming up HERE In this episode, Jeff welcomes Christopher Delprete, lead tech at Ace Truck Body and Traile…

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Two-Week Service Advisor Challenge - "Just Say Yes" 17:29

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty challenges Service Advisors to step up their game with a two-week “Service Advisor Challenge,” starting Aug…

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Podcaster Kevin Brown Puts the Auto Repair Industry on Blast About Diag Fees 1:59:21

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Register for Tektonic HERE! In this episode, Jeff is joined by Kevin Brown, a multi-shop owner and technician from Michigan with over 35 years of experienc…

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The Power of Pre-Appointment Estimates for Service Advisors and Auto Shops 17:39

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty talks about the power of pre-appointment estimates as a service advisor. He explains how delivering estimat…

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From Wrenches to Algorithms: How AI is Redefining Auto Repair 28:24

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In this episode of The Gearbox Podcast, Jimmy Purdy sits down with Josh Overlander, Director of Business Development at Detect Auto, to explore how data and AI are revolutionizing the way independent repair shops do business. From identifying lost revenue opportunities to measuring real technician productivity in real time, Josh shares how Detect A…

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Frank Wiebe of 3D Auto Talks TikTok and Change in the Auto Repair Industry 1:44:14

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Wanna go to Tekmetric's first ever industry training event Tektonic? Register HERE In this episode, Jeff is joined by Frank Wiebe of 3D Auto in Elmer, Onta…

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Top 10 Service Advisor Action Items for Building Customer Confidence and Success 31:37

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty shares his top ten action items, highlighting the importance of greeting customers with confidence, masteri…

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Talent on Tap: Brian Rhodes’ Blueprint for Recruiting Rockstar Techs & Advisors 48:31

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In this episode, Jimmy sits down with Brian Rhodes, founder of Auto Shop Recruiting and a 20-year veteran of talent acquisition, to crack the code on hiring techs and advisors in a market where “Help Wanted” banners are everywhere. Brian explains why the old “post-and-pray” ad doesn’t work anymore—and how independent shops can compete head-to-head …

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Why Low Shop Rates Hurt Everyone in Auto Repair | Bryan Bueckert 1:42:37

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Register NOW for Tekmetric's Tektonic Conference coming up HERE In this episode, Jeff Compton sits down with technician Bryan Bueckert to talk through care…

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Service Advisors: It's Time to G.R.O.W. Up! 16:18

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty dives into the concept of G.R.O.W.—Getting Rid of Old Ways—in the world of service advising. Michael shares…

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From $25,000 TO 20 Million- A business journey 1:10:45

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Technicians Are Undervalued | Stories with David Kline 2:04:15

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Register for Tektonic HERE! In this episode, Jeff is joined by David Kline, a seasoned technician with over 25 years of experience. David shares eye-openin…

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Convert More Calls With Empathy and Clear Communication in Your Shop 16:49

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty talks about how to turn transactional phone calls into valuable opportunities for customer connection. Mich…

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Bootstrapped & Booming: Elijah’s Journey From Pole-Barn Startup to High-Growth Auto Shop 1:01:06

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Whether you’re a one-man shop dreaming bigger, or a multi-bay owner stuck in neutral, Elijah’s hard-won lessons on pricing, scheduling, and customer trust will help you shift from survival mode to booming business. Tune in to learn how a pole-barn passion project became a high-growth auto-repair force—and why your location, lift count, or local eco…

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How To Avoid Burnout As a Auto Repair Technician | Juwan Fields 56:18

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Wanna go to Tekmetric's first ever industry training event Tektonic? Register HERE In this episode, Jeff Compton is joined by Juwan Fields, a young field s…

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How Service Advisors Should Handle Comebacks 17:40

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Thanks to our sponsor WorldPac and the WorldPac Training Institute (WTI)! TOUCH HERE for the latest in auto parts distribution and HERE to explore training programs that can take your career to the next level. In this episode, Michael Doherty discusses how service advisors can effectively handle comebacks in the automotive repair industry. Michael …

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Ford Tech J Cole (TikTok) Says Flat Rate MUST Change 1:31:42

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE Register NOW for Tekmetric's Tektonic Conference coming up HERE In this episode, Jeff welcomes Ford Tech J Cole to the show to talk social media influence …