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Flat Rate EXPOSES Lazy Techs and that Scares the Auto Repair Industry

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Curtis Gardner is an Audi Master Guild technician. Today he joins Jeff to talk about his perspective on flat-rate pay, emphasizing both its financial upsides and its negative impact on technician mental health and work-life balance. They also share stories of the challenges and drawbacks of dealer politics, as well as the undervaluing of skilled problem-solvers—known as the "Jims" of the shop—who often keep shops running but aren’t compensated accordingly.

00:00 Chrysler: Embracing Opportunity for Growth

15:41 Rear Alignment Challenges and Costs

28:59 Flat Rate vs. Guaranteed Pay Debate

39:23 Prioritize Addressing Urgent Issues

48:11 Auto Repair Estimate Dilemma

54:00 Unwanted Vehicle Inspection Alerts

01:04:53 Need for Persistent Problem Solvers

01:18:40 Entrepreneurial Journey: From Gym to Business

01:24:38 Technician Money Management Struggles

01:41:41 "Advice for Unfulfilled Tech Workers"

01:49:23 Advocating Conversations for Technicians

01:56:35 Balancing Work and Family Struggles


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126 episodes

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Promotive can help you find your dream job.
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Curtis Gardner is an Audi Master Guild technician. Today he joins Jeff to talk about his perspective on flat-rate pay, emphasizing both its financial upsides and its negative impact on technician mental health and work-life balance. They also share stories of the challenges and drawbacks of dealer politics, as well as the undervaluing of skilled problem-solvers—known as the "Jims" of the shop—who often keep shops running but aren’t compensated accordingly.

00:00 Chrysler: Embracing Opportunity for Growth

15:41 Rear Alignment Challenges and Costs

28:59 Flat Rate vs. Guaranteed Pay Debate

39:23 Prioritize Addressing Urgent Issues

48:11 Auto Repair Estimate Dilemma

54:00 Unwanted Vehicle Inspection Alerts

01:04:53 Need for Persistent Problem Solvers

01:18:40 Entrepreneurial Journey: From Gym to Business

01:24:38 Technician Money Management Struggles

01:41:41 "Advice for Unfulfilled Tech Workers"

01:49:23 Advocating Conversations for Technicians

01:56:35 Balancing Work and Family Struggles


Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media!
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanic
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232

  continue reading

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