Archive for January 2022
Remodeled Legacy Texaco Station [AW 090]
Guest host and shop tour with Dustin Brown, Brown’s Automotive Experts, 3 locations, Albuquerque, NM. Find out how Dustin remodeled and modernized a former Texaco Station.
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Listen and view episode notes1 Out of 4 Employees Are Considering Quitting, What Are You Doing About It? – Dave Luehr [RR 714]
Did you know over 4.5 million people quit their jobs in November 2021? There isn’t a shortage of workers, there is a shortage of great places to work. How does your business rank? Are you measuring your employee’s performance and sharing it with them? If you’ve kept the same business model throughout the decades, this is your sign to start elevating your business.
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Listen and view episode notesWorkplace Motivation [THA 260]
It’s easy to discuss culture and workplace motivation, everyone understands people want to work in a positive environment. But did you ever stop to think about what truly motivates people? Guess what, it is unique to each person. Do you understand the tangible goals for each individual in your business based on what motivates them personally? Spoiler alert, money isn’t the main motivator for people.
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Listen and view episode notesHandling A Toxic Employee with Dr. Dave Weiman [RR 713]
How do we handle a toxic employee? How long have we noticed their behavior and never addressed it? Is it hard for owners to let someone go that they hired and thought would be a great fit for the team? Dr. Dave Weiman, psychologist, and owner of Weiman Consulting explain the behavioral background of a toxic employee. Every business owner needs to listen to this episode!
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Listen and view episode notesTom’s Trends – Technicians [CC 103]
Welcome to another CarmCast featuring Tom Ham from the Automotive Management Network. To watch the video version of this episode head to my carm capriotto youtube channel. Tom brings some interesting trends he’s collected from surveying aftermarket professionals. We’re jawing about stats on the technician shortage and that your next tech may be closer than you think. You might be surprised by the survey results and these trends. Let’s dive in.
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Listen and view episode notesLean Six Sigma and Shop Tour with Karim Morsli [AW 089]
Guest host and shop tour with Karim Morsli, Winkler Automotive Service Center, Gaithersburg, MD. Karim explains ‘Lean Six Sigma’ and creating the right environment for lean production. Stop wasting time and start being efficient.
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Listen and view episode notesWhat Is The Best Thing You Can Do As An Owner? Leave! [RR 712]
Another episode recorded at AAPEX 2021. In this episode, you’ll hear from three different perspectives, a hands-off visionary owner, his partner and director of operations, and a 26 year old service director that started as a technician. Find out how these three successful businessmen work cohesively together while continuing to look toward the future. You’ll be inspired.
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Listen and view episode notesFather Daughter Teams [THA 259]
If you’re lucky enough to work with family, you know how special it is to have their support and passion. But inserting a family member into a business takes work to maintain a healthy culture. In this episode, you’ll hear from the perspective of two father-daughter teams and how they successfully made the transition.
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Listen and view episode notesStart Monday Positive and Celebrate Friday [RR 711]
Start Monday Positive and Celebrate Friday [RR 711]
Get an inside look at Andy Bizub’s team culture in his Chicago business, including an emotional story about an accident his top technician suffered and how everyone rallied around him. Andy is passionate about pricing and what it takes to run a successful business and paying his employees accordingly. We also had a refreshing talk about Zero Gravity.
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Listen and view episode notesSatellite Location and Shop Tour with Tom Grady [AW 088]
Satellite Location and Shop Tour with Tom Grady [AW 088]
Guest host and shop tour with Tom Grady, Redhawk Auto Service, Temecula, CA. Tom discusses his satellite location that is ½ mile away from his first location. Find out how he found it and why he decided to open a satellite location.
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Listen and view episode notesMobile Diagnostics and 3D Printing [RR 710]
Mobile Diagnostics and 3D Printing [RR 710]
Mobile diagnostics is a growing segment of our industry. I sat with Brandon Dills at ASTE. We talked about his mobile diagnostic company, his investment, training, ADAS, and even using a 3D printer. Brandon also shares his plans for the future.
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Listen and view episode notesPreventing Employee Apathy [THA 258]
Preventing Employee Apathy [THA 258]
How do you prevent apathy in your business? We know hiring is a crucial component in setting your culture the right way, but culture isn’t a set it and forget it concept. In this episode, learn some important tactics my panel uses in their businesses to keep a pulse on their people.
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Listen and view episode notesWomen of the Year Awards 2021 [RR 709]
Women of the Year Awards 2021 [RR 709]
I had the honor last year to sit down with the Women in AutoCare Women of the Year recipients at AAPEX 2021. The electric energy between these women is hard to miss. The push for more women in our industry is never over. We need to continue to support women in leadership roles, encourage the younger generation to join and get involved in mentorship.
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Listen and view episode notesCarmCast Power Panel [CC 102]
CarmCast Power Panel [CC 102]
This CarmCast featured an anything goes format, a ‘Power Panel.’ No question Bryan Kelley and Greg Buckley would make for a great power panel. What better way to start off 2022 than some comprehensive discussions marking trends like Multi Shop Ownership. We hit some great wisdom on developing Trust, Delegation, EVs, Work-Life Balance, and more. No doubt you’ll pick up a gem or two to help make your 2022 a banner year for you. Let me ask you … how do you recharge? Well, I asked my panel. Compare your rechargeability to theirs. Thanks for listening to the podcast where ‘Your Learning Curve Never Sounded So good!’
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Listen and view episode notesWhat Is Your Word Of The Year? [AW 087]
What Is Your Word Of The Year? [AW 087]
Guest host and shop tour with Travis Troy, Honest Wrenches, Des Moines, IA. Travis Troy’s word of the year is “execute.” Goals are just ideas if you don’t have an execution plan with deadlines.
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Listen and view episode notesTalking Tech: SVI, ADAS, Perception Systems, and Ethernet with Joe Register [RR 708]
Talking Tech: SVI, ADAS, Perception Systems, and Ethernet with Joe Register [RR 708]
Consider this episode a blitz round table with Joe Register, Vice-President Emerging Technologies at the AutoCare Association, we are discussing, emerging technology, ADAS, electrification, the Right to Repair Act and more. Vehicles have never been more connected and complicated than now and it’s critical to pause and learn about the intricacies involved.
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Listen and view episode notesWhy We Are Better Than The Car Dealerships [THA 257]
Why We Are Better Than The Car Dealerships [THA 257]
It’s time to shift your perspective from “we are the alternative to the dealerships” to “the dealerships are the alternative to us.” Are we making enough buzz about the benefits of independent repair shops? My panel shares their perspective and offers real testimonials from customers on their experience at the dealerships.
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Listen and view episode notesASE ADAS Certification and Other Important News [RR 707]
ASE ADAS Certification and Other Important News [RR 707]
If you’re not actively involved in ASE certifications or the ASE education foundation, you are missing a huge opportunity. There are so many resources at your fingertips to improve your business, get involved in education, become certified, or stay certified with ASE. Stop making excuses in this new year, become proactive and start taking action.
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Listen and view episode notesCreating Powerful Moments [AW 086]
Creating Powerful Moments [AW 086]
Guest hosts and shop tour with John Long and Edgar Reyes, Schertz Auto Service, Schertz TX. Are you creating powerful moments with your employees? How has it changed your culture?
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