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Mentoring vs. Training Technicians
Manage episode 494721609 series 2825789
John Roberts, Shop Foreman at Metro Toyota, didn’t plan to be on the podcast—but his insights were too good not to share. In this episode, John breaks down the powerful difference between training and mentoring, shares how he builds confidence in his team, and explains why becoming a top-tier technician takes more than just skill—it takes the right mindset.
Check out the full video version of the podcast on YouTube!
About the Episode
- Host: Jay Goninen, WrenchWay, [email protected]
- Guest: John Roberts, Metro Toyota, [email protected]
- Sponsor: Jasper Engines & Transmissions
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About WrenchWay:
- For Technicians & Students: wrenchway.com/solutions/technicians/
- For Shops & Dealerships: wrenchway.com/solutions/shops/
- For Instructors: wrenchway.com/solutions/schools/
Connect with us on social:
Chapters
1. Mentoring vs. Training Technicians (00:00:00)
2. John’s Start in Automotive (00:02:10)
3. Technician Transformations (00:11:58)
4. Training vs. Mentoring (00:22:01)
5. Studying Your Craft Daily (00:37:00)
6. Leading Without Yelling (00:50:12)
7. When Business Gets Personal (00:58:55)
282 episodes
Manage episode 494721609 series 2825789
John Roberts, Shop Foreman at Metro Toyota, didn’t plan to be on the podcast—but his insights were too good not to share. In this episode, John breaks down the powerful difference between training and mentoring, shares how he builds confidence in his team, and explains why becoming a top-tier technician takes more than just skill—it takes the right mindset.
Check out the full video version of the podcast on YouTube!
About the Episode
- Host: Jay Goninen, WrenchWay, [email protected]
- Guest: John Roberts, Metro Toyota, [email protected]
- Sponsor: Jasper Engines & Transmissions
Links & Resources
Get notified of new episodes --> Join our email list
About WrenchWay:
- For Technicians & Students: wrenchway.com/solutions/technicians/
- For Shops & Dealerships: wrenchway.com/solutions/shops/
- For Instructors: wrenchway.com/solutions/schools/
Connect with us on social:
Chapters
1. Mentoring vs. Training Technicians (00:00:00)
2. John’s Start in Automotive (00:02:10)
3. Technician Transformations (00:11:58)
4. Training vs. Mentoring (00:22:01)
5. Studying Your Craft Daily (00:37:00)
6. Leading Without Yelling (00:50:12)
7. When Business Gets Personal (00:58:55)
282 episodes
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