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		<title>The AI-Informed Customer Has Arrived: What It Means For Auto Repair [THA 496]</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Are your customers rolling up to the counter with their vehicles already "diagnosed" by ChatGPT or Gemini?

More customers are turning to AI before they ever call your shop, using tools like ChatGPT and Gemini as the "WebMD" for their vehicles. They often arrive convinced they've identified the problem, making today's service advisor responsible for validating the customer's concerns while guiding the conversation back to proper testing and professional diagnostics.

Brian Weeks, Jon Kloosterman, and Alex Littlewood join Carm Capriotto to explore how AI is reshaping customer expectations and why the shops that thrive will be the ones that combine technology with authentic human connection.

What You'll Learn

Why the "human premium" is becoming more valuable as AI-generated content grows.
How to respond when customers arrive with AI-generated vehicle diagnoses.
Why AI should automate administrative tasks, not customer relationships.
How AI helps service advisors and technicians become more efficient.
Strategies for adopting AI without overwhelming your team.
Why AI can reinforce the value of professional diagnostics and repair expertise.

As AI-generated content floods the internet, customers are finding it harder to separate facts from fiction. That uncertainty creates an opportunity for repair shops. AI can improve efficiency, but trust is still earned through knowledgeable people, thoughtful communication, and genuine relationships. The future belongs to shops that use AI to support the customer experience, not replace the human connection that builds lasting confidence.

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<p>Are your customers rolling up to the counter with their vehicles already &#8220;diagnosed&#8221; by ChatGPT or Gemini?</p>
<p class="isSelectedEnd">More customers are turning to AI before they ever call your shop, using tools like ChatGPT and Gemini as the &#8220;WebMD&#8221; for their vehicles. They often arrive convinced they&#8217;ve identified the problem, making today&#8217;s service advisor responsible for validating the customer&#8217;s concerns while guiding the conversation back to proper testing and professional diagnostics.</p>
<p>Brian Weeks, Jon Kloosterman, and Alex Littlewood join Carm Capriotto to explore how AI is reshaping customer expectations and why the shops that thrive will be the ones that combine technology with authentic human connection.</p>
<p>What You&#8217;ll Learn</p>
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>Why the &#8220;human premium&#8221; is becoming more valuable as AI-generated content grows.</li>
<li>How to respond when customers arrive with AI-generated vehicle diagnoses.</li>
<li>Why AI should automate administrative tasks, not customer relationships.</li>
<li>How AI helps service advisors and technicians become more efficient.</li>
<li>Strategies for adopting AI without overwhelming your team.</li>
<li>Why AI can reinforce the value of professional diagnostics and repair expertise.</li>
</ul>
<p class="fl-heading">As AI-generated content floods the internet, customers are finding it harder to separate facts from fiction. That uncertainty creates an opportunity for repair shops. AI can improve efficiency, but trust is still earned through knowledgeable people, thoughtful communication, and genuine relationships. The future belongs to shops that use AI to support the customer experience, not replace the human connection that builds lasting confidence.</p>
<p class="fl-heading">Jon Kloosterman, Director of Operations, <a href="https://www.westsideservice.net/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">WestSide Service,</a> Zeeland, MI. Jon’s previous episodes <a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=%22kloosterman%22" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HERE</a></p>
<p>Brian Weeks, <a href="https://atcautocenter.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ATC Auto Center</a>, Augusta, GA. Listen to Brian’s previous episodes <a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=%22brian+weeks%22" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HERE</a></p>
<p>Alex Littlewood, Founder, <a href="https://getonramp.io/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ONRAMP</a></p>
<p><strong>Thanks to our Partner, NAPA TRACS</strong></p>
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<div>NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at <a href="http://napatracs.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://napatracs.com/</a></div>
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<div><strong>Thanks to our Partner, Today&#8217;s Class</strong></div>
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<div>Optimize training with Today&#8217;s Class: In just 5 minutes daily, boost knowledge retention and improve team performance. Find Today&#8217;s Class on the web at <a href="https://www.todaysclass.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.todaysclass.com/</a></div>
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<div><strong>Thanks to our Partner, KUKUI</strong></div>
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<div>Stop juggling multiple marketing tools. KUKUI’s integrated platform delivers 4x better website conversions, automated follow-up, and real-time ROI tracking. Get industry-leading customer support with KUKUI at <a href="https://www.kukui.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.kukui.com/</a></div>
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<div><strong>Thanks to our Partner, Pit Crew Loyalty</strong></div>
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<div>You’re probably tired of chasing new customers who never return. We understand. Pit Crew Loyalty ends the one-and-done cycle, turning first visits into lasting, reliable revenue at <a href="https://www.pitcrewloyalty.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.pitcrewloyalty.com/</a></div>
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<li><a href="https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/">Business by the Numbers:</a> Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest.<a href="https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/"> https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/</a></li>
<li><a href="https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/">The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast:</a> Marketing Experts Brian &amp; Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level.<a href="https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/"> https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/</a></li>
<li><a href="https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/">The Weekly Blitz:</a> Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix – Auto Shop Coaching.<a href="https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/"> https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/</a></li>
<li><a href="https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/">Speak Up! Effective Communication</a>: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills with Craig O’Neill.<a href="https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/"> https://craigoneill.captivate.fm</a></li>
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		<title>Get Out of Your Own Way: Leadership Lessons for Shop Owners [RR 1102]</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Carm Capriotto, AAP]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 05:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[What's holding your shop back: your competition or your leadership?

Bill Haas of Auto Ignite Management joins Carm Capriotto to challenge shop owners to rethink leadership, accountability, and the value of their expertise. Anchored by his mantra, "If you're not on your way, you're in the way," Bill discusses how complacency, avoiding difficult decisions, and failing to lead with intention can limit a shop's success. He also shares why building a profitable, employee-focused business is essential for attracting top talent today and creating a business worth selling tomorrow.

What You'll Learn

Why "specialist" better reflects today's automotive professionals.
How shop owners can become the biggest obstacle to business growth.
Why accountability is the foundation of strong leadership.
How data leads to better financial and operational decisions.
What creates a healthy, profitable shop culture.
Why investing in employees increases your shop's long-term value.

The most successful shops are led by owners who embrace accountability, value their team's expertise, and continually invest in their people and culture. Build a business employees want to join, customers trust, and future buyers will want to own.

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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="cfm-player-iframe" style="width: 100%; height: 200px; margin-bottom: 20px; border-radius: 6px; overflow:hidden;"><iframe style="width: 100%; height: 200px;" frameborder="no" scrolling="no" seamless allow="autoplay" src="https://player.captivate.fm/5cf6bede-2f8c-42b7-982b-7bb9629ec4dc"></iframe></div><p><strong>Thanks to our Partners, NAPA Auto Care and NAPA TRACS</strong></p>
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<p class="isSelectedEnd">What&#8217;s holding your shop back: your competition or your leadership?</p>
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Bill Haas of Auto Ignite Management joins Carm Capriotto to challenge shop owners to rethink leadership, accountability, and the value of their expertise. Anchored by his mantra, <strong>&#8220;If you&#8217;re not on your way, you&#8217;re in the way,&#8221;</strong> Bill discusses how complacency, avoiding difficult decisions, and failing to lead with intention can limit a shop&#8217;s success. He also shares why building a profitable, employee-focused business is essential for attracting top talent today and creating a business worth selling tomorrow.</p>
<p>What You&#8217;ll Learn</p>
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<li>Why &#8220;specialist&#8221; better reflects today&#8217;s automotive professionals.</li>
<li>How shop owners can become the biggest obstacle to business growth.</li>
<li>Why accountability is the foundation of strong leadership.</li>
<li>How data leads to better financial and operational decisions.</li>
<li>What creates a healthy, profitable shop culture.</li>
<li>Why investing in employees increases your shop&#8217;s long-term value.</li>
</ul>
<p>The most successful shops are led by owners who embrace accountability, value their team&#8217;s expertise, and continually invest in their people and culture. Build a business employees want to join, customers trust, and future buyers will want to own.</p>
<p>Bill Haas, <a href="https://www.autoignitemanagement.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Auto Ignite Management</a>, Bill’s previous episodes <a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=%22haas%22" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HERE</a></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Learn more about NAPA Auto Care and the benefits of being part of the NAPA family by visiting</span> <a href="https://www.napaonline.com/en/auto-care">https://remarkableresultsradiopodcast.captivate.fm/napaautocare  </a></p>
<p data-start="1536" data-end="1978" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><span style="font-weight: 400">NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at</span><a href="http://napatracs.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400"> http://napatracs.com/</span></a></p>
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<p><b>The Automotive Repair Podcast Network:</b><a href="https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/"> <b>https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/</b></a></p>
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<li><a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Remarkable Results Radio Podcast</span></a> with Carm Capriotto:<span style="font-weight: 400"> Facilitating Wisdom Through Storytelling and Open Discussion.</span><a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://remarkableresults.biz/</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z</span></a>: <span style="font-weight: 400">From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life.</span><a href="https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Business by the Numbers:</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest.</span><a href="https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast:</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> Marketing Experts Brian &amp; Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level.</span><a href="https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Weekly Blitz:</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix &#8211; Auto Shop Coaching.</span><a href="https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Speak Up! Effective Communication</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400">: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills with Craig O&#8217;Neill.</span><a href="https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://craigoneill.captivate.fm</span></a></li>
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		<title>Deferred Work: The Most Overlooked Growth Opportunity in Auto Repair [RR 1101]</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Carm Capriotto, AAP]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Most auto repair shops are sitting on a goldmine of untapped revenue without realizing it.

In this episode, Carm Capriotto welcomes Jimmy Alauria of 3A Automotive &#038; Diesel Repair to discuss how deferred work can become one of your shop's most effective growth strategies. By pulling just two years of data from his shop's database, he discovered $3.3 million in potential revenue from deferred services. From better customer communication to smarter follow-up systems, Jimmy explains how to turn yesterday's declined repairs into tomorrow's repair orders.

What You'll Learn

Why your customer database is one of your shop's most valuable assets.
How deferred work can create significant new revenue without increasing car count.
Why shops should schedule the next appointment before the customer leaves.
While DVIs provide excellent transparency, their primary goal should be to educate the customer and help them plan, rather than to force an immediate $5,000 repair order. Jimmy notes that customers decline work not necessarily because they lack trust, but because they need time to budge
How categorizing repairs by safety, reliability, maintenance, and appearance improves customer understanding.
Understanding the customer's personal "car goals," whether they love the car and want to avoid a new car payment, or they hate the car and want to trade it in, is also critical to framing recommendations effectively.
The shortcomings of traditional CRM follow-up systems and how AI can improve communication.
How AI helps prioritize repairs and translates technical repair language into customer-friendly messaging that drives response.

Deferred work isn't lost business; it's future opportunity. By building better follow-up processes, educating customers, and using technology to communicate more effectively, shops can strengthen relationships, improve customer retention, and unlock substantial revenue already waiting in their database.

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<p><strong><a href="https://youtu.be/Hc2WqixKQlI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Watch Full Video Episode</a></strong></p>
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Most auto repair shops are sitting on a goldmine of untapped revenue without realizing it.</p>
<p class="isSelectedEnd">In this episode, Carm Capriotto welcomes Jimmy Alauria of 3A Automotive &amp; Diesel Repair to discuss how deferred work can become one of your shop&#8217;s most effective growth strategies. <span class="ng-star-inserted" data-start-index="449">By pulling just two years of data from his shop&#8217;s database, he discovered </span><b class="ng-star-inserted" data-start-index="525">$3.3 million in potential revenue from deferred services. </b>From better customer communication to smarter follow-up systems, Jimmy explains how to turn yesterday&#8217;s declined repairs into tomorrow&#8217;s repair orders.</p>
<p>What You&#8217;ll Learn</p>
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>Why your customer database is one of your shop&#8217;s most valuable assets.</li>
<li>How deferred work can create significant new revenue without increasing car count.</li>
<li>Why shops should schedule the next appointment before the customer leaves.</li>
<li><span class="ng-star-inserted" data-start-index="1532">While DVIs provide excellent transparency, their primary goal should be to educate the customer and help them plan, rather than to force an immediate $5,000 repair order. Jimmy</span><span class="ng-star-inserted" data-start-index="1701"> notes that customers decline work not necessarily because they lack trust, but because they need time to budge</span></li>
<li>How categorizing repairs by safety, reliability, maintenance, and appearance improves customer understanding.</li>
<li>Understanding the customer&#8217;s personal &#8220;car goals,&#8221; whether they love the car and want to avoid a new car payment, or they hate the car and want to trade it in, is also critical to framing recommendations effectively.</li>
<li>The shortcomings of traditional CRM follow-up systems and how AI can improve communication.</li>
<li>How AI helps prioritize repairs and translates technical repair language into customer-friendly messaging that drives response.</li>
</ul>
<p>Deferred work isn&#8217;t lost business; it&#8217;s future opportunity. By building better follow-up processes, educating customers, and using technology to communicate more effectively, shops can strengthen relationships, improve customer retention, and unlock substantial revenue already waiting in their database.</p>
<p>Jimmy Alauria, <a href="https://www.3aautorepair.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">3A Automotive and Diesel Repair</a>, Phoenix, AZ. Jimmy’s previous episodes <a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=ALAURIA" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HERE</a></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Learn more about NAPA Auto Care and the benefits of being part of the NAPA family by visiting</span> <a href="https://www.napaonline.com/en/auto-care">https://remarkableresultsradiopodcast.captivate.fm/napaautocare  </a></p>
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<p><b>The Automotive Repair Podcast Network:</b><a href="https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/"> <b>https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/</b></a></p>
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<li><a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Remarkable Results Radio Podcast</span></a> with Carm Capriotto:<span style="font-weight: 400"> Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion.</span><a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://remarkableresults.biz/</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z</span></a>: <span style="font-weight: 400">From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life.</span><a href="https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Business by the Numbers:</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest.</span><a href="https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast:</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> Marketing Experts Brian &amp; Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level.</span><a href="https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Weekly Blitz:</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix &#8211; Auto Shop Coaching.</span><a href="https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Speak Up! Effective Communication</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400">: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills with Craig O&#8217;Neill.</span><a href="https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://craigoneill.captivate.fm</span></a></li>
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		<title>The Truth About ADAS Calibrations Every Shop Needs to Hear [THA 494]</title>
		<link>https://remarkableresults.biz/remarkable-results-radio-podcast/a494/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Carm Capriotto, AAP]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A viral social media clip about ADAS calibrations sparked thousands of comments and exposed a troubling reality: many automotive professionals still misunderstand when and why calibrations are required. In this episode, Carm Capriotto welcomes technical specialists and industry leaders Keith Perkins and Matt Fanslow to examine the industry's response, separate fact from fiction, and explain why following OEM repair procedures is essential for both vehicle safety and professional credibility.

What You'll Learn

The difference between static and dynamic ADAS calibrations, and why confusing the two leads to costly mistakes.
Why programming, configuration, initialization, and calibration are separate procedures with different purposes.
How fear of losing a sale often outweighs concerns about vehicle safety and liability.
The real-world consequences of skipping OEM-required calibration procedures.
How a properly calibrated vehicle helped protect Keith's wife and children during a serious highway rollover crash.
How elevating the role of the Calibration Specialist reinforces professionalism and builds customer confidence.

ADAS calibrations are not optional add-ons or revenue generators; they are critical safety procedures designed by vehicle manufacturers to ensure advanced safety systems perform as intended. Professional repair shops protect their customers by following OEM repair information, completing every required calibration, and returning every vehicle to the road safe and ready to perform.

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<p><a href="https://youtu.be/L0Wmp4OjMg8" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Watch Full Video Episode</strong></a></p>
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<p class="isSelectedEnd">A viral social media clip about ADAS calibrations sparked thousands of comments and exposed a troubling reality: many automotive professionals still misunderstand when and why calibrations are required. In this episode, Carm Capriotto welcomes technical specialists and industry leaders Keith Perkins and Matt Fanslow to examine the industry&#8217;s response, separate fact from fiction, and explain why following OEM repair procedures is essential for both vehicle safety and professional credibility.</p>
<p>What You&#8217;ll Learn</p>
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<li>The difference between static and dynamic ADAS calibrations, and why confusing the two leads to costly mistakes.</li>
<li>Why programming, configuration, initialization, and calibration are separate procedures with different purposes.</li>
<li>How fear of losing a sale often outweighs concerns about vehicle safety and liability.</li>
<li>The real-world consequences of skipping OEM-required calibration procedures.</li>
<li>How a properly calibrated vehicle helped protect Keith&#8217;s wife and children during a serious highway rollover crash.</li>
<li>How elevating the role of the <strong>Calibration Specialist</strong> reinforces professionalism and builds customer confidence.</li>
</ul>
<p>ADAS calibrations are not optional add-ons or revenue generators; they are critical safety procedures designed by vehicle manufacturers to ensure advanced safety systems perform as intended. Professional repair shops protect their customers by following OEM repair information, completing every required calibration, and returning every vehicle to the road safe and ready to perform.</p>
<p class="fl-heading"><span class="fl-heading-text">Why ADAS Calibrations Are Being Ignored in Auto Repair Shops [THA 484]: <a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/remarkable-results-radio-podcast/a484/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://remarkableresults.biz/remarkable-results-radio-podcast/a484/</a></span></p>
<p data-start="1821" data-end="2256" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Keith Perkins, Previous episode <a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=keith+perkins" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HERE</a>. <a href="https://www.l1diagnostics.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">L1 Automotive, https://www.l1diagnostics.com/</a>, <a href="https://l1training.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">L1 Automotive Training: https://l1training.com/</a></p>
<p data-start="1821" data-end="2256" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Matt Fanslow, <a href="https://www.riverside-automotive.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Riverside Automotive</a>, Red Wing, MN, <a href="https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z Podcast: https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/</a></p>
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		<title>How to Sell Your Auto Repair Shop for Maximum Value [THA 491]</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The auto repair industry is facing a "Silver Tsunami" as thousands of shop owners approach retirement age. The challenge isn't simply selling a business; it's maximizing its value and creating a successful transition that benefits employees, customers, and future owners.

In this episode, host Carm Capriotto welcomes shop owner and business coach Aaron Woods and Ryan Bushman, a recent shop owner seller, for a candid discussion on exit planning, business valuation, financial preparation, and the leadership mindset required to build a shop that can thrive without its founder.

What You'll Learn

Why every shop owner needs an exit strategy, even if retirement feels years away.
How to transition from being the daily "hero" of the business to becoming a strategic guide.
The key factors that influence shop valuation and why buyer risk impacts sale price.
How creating a turnkey operation can significantly increase a business's market value.
The importance of clean financial statements and separating personal expenses from business expenses.
What "add-backs" are and how they can reveal the true profitability of your shop.
Why investments in team development and training may strengthen valuation discussions.
How defining your retirement goals helps determine the financial target your business must achieve.
The value of coaches, peer groups, and industry-specific advisors during exit planning.
Why finding an automotive-savvy accountant should be a priority for owners considering a future sale.

The best business exits don't happen by accident. Owners who begin preparing years in advance can reduce buyer risk, increase profitability, strengthen leadership teams, and ultimately maximize their company's value. Whether retirement is five years away or fifteen, the time to start building a business that operates independently of you is now. A successful exit begins with intentional planning, disciplined financial management, and a clear vision for life after ownership.

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<p class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" data-start="128" data-end="650">The auto repair industry is facing a &#8220;Silver Tsunami&#8221; as thousands of shop owners approach retirement age. The challenge isn&#8217;t simply selling a business; it&#8217;s maximizing its value and creating a successful transition that benefits employees, customers, and future owners.</p>
<p class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" data-start="128" data-end="650">In this episode, host Carm Capriotto welcomes shop owner and business coach Aaron Woods and Ryan Bushman, a recent shop owner seller, for a candid discussion on exit planning, business valuation, financial preparation, and the leadership mindset required to build a shop that can thrive without its founder.</p>
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<li data-section-id="1manytm" data-start="675" data-end="758">Why every shop owner needs an exit strategy, even if retirement feels years away.</li>
<li data-section-id="dadcr" data-start="759" data-end="853">How to transition from being the daily &#8220;hero&#8221; of the business to becoming a strategic guide.</li>
<li data-section-id="wbcadp" data-start="854" data-end="940">The key factors that influence shop valuation and why buyer risk impacts sale price.</li>
<li data-section-id="195435x" data-start="941" data-end="1029">How creating a turnkey operation can significantly increase a business&#8217;s market value.</li>
<li data-section-id="4uir4r" data-start="1030" data-end="1133">The importance of clean financial statements and separating personal expenses from business expenses.</li>
<li data-section-id="bl55w7" data-start="1134" data-end="1217">What &#8220;add-backs&#8221; are and how they can reveal the true profitability of your shop.</li>
<li data-section-id="1jbhj9n" data-start="1218" data-end="1306">Why investments in team development and training may strengthen valuation discussions.</li>
<li data-section-id="9iwcr1" data-start="1307" data-end="1408">How defining your retirement goals helps determine the financial target your business must achieve.</li>
<li data-section-id="10ql8xy" data-start="1409" data-end="1498">The value of coaches, peer groups, and industry-specific advisors during exit planning.</li>
<li data-section-id="2ra639" data-start="1499" data-end="1602">Why finding an automotive-savvy accountant should be a priority for owners considering a future sale.</li>
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<p data-start="1618" data-end="2096">The best business exits don&#8217;t happen by accident. Owners who begin preparing years in advance can reduce buyer risk, increase profitability, strengthen leadership teams, and ultimately maximize their company&#8217;s value. Whether retirement is five years away or fifteen, the time to start building a business that operates independently of you is now. A successful exit begins with intentional planning, disciplined financial management, and a clear vision for life after ownership.</p>
<p data-start="1618" data-end="2096">Ryan Bushman, Business Coach, <a href="https://www.wearetheinstitute.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Institute for Automotive Business Excellence</a></p>
<p data-start="1618" data-end="2096">Aaron Woods, CEO <a href="https://www.xtramileautocare.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">X-tra Mile Auto Care</a>, Stillwater, OK, Business Coach, <a href="https://www.wearetheinstitute.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Institute for Automotive Business Excellence</a>. Listen to Aaron’s previous episodes <a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=aaron+woods" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HERE</a></p>
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		<title>How a Purple Heart Veteran Became a 6-Shop Auto Repair Owner [RR 1097]</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Carm Capriotto, AAP]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[What does it take to grow from a single auto repair shop to six locations in less than a decade?

Host Carm Capriotto sits down with AJ DeBuono to discuss his journey from serving as a U.S. Marine in Iraq and Afghanistan to becoming a successful multi-shop operator. AJ shares the lessons learned through rapid growth, the acquisition strategy that has fueled his expansion, and how military discipline, financial discipline, and a commitment to people have shaped his leadership approach.

Rather than buying struggling businesses and attempting turnarounds, AJ focuses on acquiring profitable shops with untapped potential. 

What You'll Learn

How AJ leveraged SBA veteran loan programs to purchase and expand his first auto repair business
Why he prefers acquiring profitable shops instead of distressed operations
The key performance indicators he targets to quickly improve profitability
How military leadership principles influence his management style and business decisions
The importance of creating career advancement opportunities through expansion
Lessons learned from growing too quickly and navigating financial stress
How AJ approaches shop transitions to minimize disruption for employees and customers
Why maintaining strong personal relationships with team members remains a priority despite operating multiple locations


Growth is not simply about adding locations. It's about creating opportunities for your people, building systems that scale, and maintaining the discipline to make smart decisions when the pressure is highest. AJ DeBuono's story demonstrates that successful expansion comes from acquiring the right businesses, investing in your team, and staying focused on long-term value rather than short-term gains.

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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="cfm-player-iframe" style="width: 100%; height: 200px; margin-bottom: 20px; border-radius: 6px; overflow:hidden;"><iframe style="width: 100%; height: 200px;" frameborder="no" scrolling="no" seamless allow="autoplay" src="https://player.captivate.fm/1836cdc3-537f-4f9e-aa43-8b6b45e2b695"></iframe></div><p><strong>Thanks to our Partners, NAPA Auto Care and NAPA TRACS</strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="https://youtu.be/xhKf_RM1feQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Watch Full Video Episode</a></strong></p>
<p class="isSelectedEnd">What does it take to grow from a single auto repair shop to six locations in less than a decade?</p>
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Host Carm Capriotto sits down with AJ DeBuono to discuss his journey from serving as a U.S. Marine in Iraq and Afghanistan to becoming a successful multi-shop operator. AJ shares the lessons learned through rapid growth, the acquisition strategy that has fueled his expansion, and how military discipline, financial discipline, and a commitment to people have shaped his leadership approach.</p>
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Rather than buying struggling businesses and attempting turnarounds, AJ focuses on acquiring profitable shops with untapped potential.</p>
<p class="isSelectedEnd">What You&#8217;ll Learn</p>
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>How AJ leveraged SBA veteran loan programs to purchase and expand his first auto repair business</li>
<li>Why he prefers acquiring profitable shops instead of distressed operations</li>
<li>The key performance indicators he targets to quickly improve profitability</li>
<li>How military leadership principles influence his management style and business decisions</li>
<li>The importance of creating career advancement opportunities through expansion</li>
<li>Lessons learned from growing too quickly and navigating financial stress</li>
<li>How AJ approaches shop transitions to minimize disruption for employees and customers</li>
<li>Why maintaining strong personal relationships with team members remains a priority despite operating multiple locations</li>
</ul>
<p>Growth is not simply about adding locations. It&#8217;s about creating opportunities for your people, building systems that scale, and maintaining the discipline to make smart decisions when the pressure is highest. AJ DeBuono&#8217;s story demonstrates that successful expansion comes from acquiring the right businesses, investing in your team, and staying focused on long-term value rather than short-term gains.</p>
<p>AJ DeBuono, <a href="https://www.diehlautorepair.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Diehl Auto Repair</a>, Chicago, IL</p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Learn more about NAPA Auto Care and the benefits of being part of the NAPA family by visiting</span><a href="https://www.napaonline.com/en/auto-care"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://www.napaonline.com/en/auto-care</span></a></p>
<p data-start="1536" data-end="1978" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><span style="font-weight: 400">NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at</span><a href="http://napatracs.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400"> http://napatracs.com/</span></a></p>
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<p><b>The Automotive Repair Podcast Network:</b><a href="https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/"> <b>https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/</b></a></p>
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<li><a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Remarkable Results Radio Podcast</span></a> with Carm Capriotto:<span style="font-weight: 400"> Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion.</span><a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://remarkableresults.biz/</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z</span></a>: <span style="font-weight: 400">From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life.</span><a href="https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Business by the Numbers:</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest.</span><a href="https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast:</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> Marketing Experts Brian &amp; Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level.</span><a href="https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Weekly Blitz:</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix &#8211; Auto Shop Coaching.</span><a href="https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Speak Up! Effective Communication</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400">: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills with Craig O&#8217;Neill.</span><a href="https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://craigoneill.captivate.fm</span></a></li>
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		<title>From Guesswork to Process: Modern Diagnostic Strategies for Auto Repair Shops [RR 1093]</title>
		<link>https://remarkableresults.biz/remarkable-results-radio-podcast/e1093/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Carm Capriotto, AAP]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 05:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Recorded live at the 2026 TST Big Event, Carm Capriotto sits down with automotive trainer Ken Zanders to discuss the importance of ongoing technical education, building efficient diagnostic processes, and adapting to rapidly evolving vehicle technology. Ken explains why too many shops still rely on a chaotic “grocery list” approach to repairs and how a structured diagnostic strategy can dramatically improve technician efficiency, profitability, and customer trust.

What You’ll Learn

Why inefficient diagnostic habits directly reduce technician productivity, shop profitability, and overall earning potential.
The importance of following a structured diagnostic workflow instead of guessing and replacing parts.
How electronic relative compression testing with a lab scope and amperage probe can reduce diagnostic time from hours to minutes.
How modern vehicle technologies like GM’s Vehicle Intelligence Platform (VIP) and Over-The-Air (OTA) updates are changing diagnostics and repair procedures.
Why continuous education is no longer optional for automotive professionals working on today’s advanced vehicle systems.

The biggest takeaway from this episode is that repair shops cannot afford to operate in constant chaos and guesswork. A reactive “grocery list” approach to diagnostics leads to wasted time, unnecessary parts replacement, lower profits, and poor customer outcomes. To succeed in today’s increasingly complex automotive industry, shop owners must create a year-round training strategy that helps technicians diagnose efficiently, think critically, and continuously improve their skills. Structured processes, modern testing methods, and ongoing education are no longer advantages; they are necessities for survival and growth.

remarkableresults.biz/e1093]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="cfm-player-iframe" style="width: 100%; height: 200px; margin-bottom: 20px; border-radius: 6px; overflow:hidden;"><iframe style="width: 100%; height: 200px;" frameborder="no" scrolling="no" seamless allow="autoplay" src="https://player.captivate.fm/0044dd4e-5752-4aed-8f68-e8a5659a5a1d"></iframe></div><p><strong>Thanks to our Partners, NAPA Auto Care and NAPA TRACS</strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="https://youtu.be/3b-nnrAKjm8" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Watch Full Video Episode</a></strong></p>
<p data-start="12" data-end="556">Recorded live at the 2026 TST Big Event, Carm Capriotto sits down with automotive trainer Ken Zanders to discuss the importance of ongoing technical education, building efficient diagnostic processes, and adapting to rapidly evolving vehicle technology. Ken explains why too many shops still rely on a chaotic “grocery list” approach to repairs and how a structured diagnostic strategy can dramatically improve technician efficiency, profitability, and customer trust.</p>
<p data-section-id="1sg5vnm" data-start="558" data-end="581">What You’ll Learn</p>
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<li data-section-id="1ti8az4" data-start="582" data-end="711">Why inefficient diagnostic habits directly reduce technician productivity, shop profitability, and overall earning potential.</li>
<li data-section-id="y43usv" data-start="712" data-end="817">The importance of following a structured diagnostic workflow instead of guessing and replacing parts.</li>
<li data-section-id="c11gkq" data-start="818" data-end="951">How electronic relative compression testing with a lab scope and amperage probe can reduce diagnostic time from hours to minutes.</li>
<li data-section-id="1msjmi8" data-start="1090" data-end="1250">How modern vehicle technologies like GM’s Vehicle Intelligence Platform (VIP) and Over-The-Air (OTA) updates are changing diagnostics and repair procedures.</li>
<li data-section-id="qzx0ya" data-start="1251" data-end="1375">Why continuous education is no longer optional for automotive professionals working on today’s advanced vehicle systems.</li>
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<p data-start="1528" data-end="2153" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">The biggest takeaway from this episode is that repair shops cannot afford to operate in constant chaos and guesswork. A reactive “grocery list” approach to diagnostics leads to wasted time, unnecessary parts replacement, lower profits, and poor customer outcomes. To succeed in today’s increasingly complex automotive industry, shop owners must create a year-round training strategy that helps technicians diagnose efficiently, think critically, and continuously improve their skills. Structured processes, modern testing methods, and ongoing education are no longer advantages; they are necessities for survival and growth.</p>
<p data-start="1528" data-end="2153" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">TST Big Event: <a href="https://tstseminars.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://tstseminars.org/</a></p>
<p data-start="1528" data-end="2153" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Ken Zanders, <a href="https://www.dormantrainingcenter.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dorman Training</a></p>
<p class="fl-heading"><span class="fl-heading-text">Don’t Base Your Success On Probability – Ken Zanders [RR 822]: <a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/remarkable-results-radio-podcast/e822/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://remarkableresults.biz/remarkable-results-radio-podcast/e822/</a></span></p>
<p data-start="1536" data-end="1978" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><b>Thanks to our Partners, NAPA Auto Care and NAPA TRACS</b></p>
<p data-start="1536" data-end="1978" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><span style="font-weight: 400">Learn more about NAPA Auto Care and the benefits of being part of the NAPA family by visiting</span><a href="https://www.napaonline.com/en/auto-care"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://www.napaonline.com/en/auto-care</span></a></p>
<p data-start="1536" data-end="1978" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><span style="font-weight: 400">NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at</span><a href="http://napatracs.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400"> http://napatracs.com/</span></a></p>
<p data-start="1536" data-end="1978" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><b>Connect with the Podcast:</b></p>
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<p><b>The Automotive Repair Podcast Network:</b><a href="https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/"> <b>https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/</b></a></p>
<p><a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Remarkable Results Radio Podcast</span></a> <span style="font-weight: 400">with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion.</span><a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://remarkableresults.biz/</span></a></p>
<p><a href="https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z</span></a> <span style="font-weight: 400">with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life.</span><a href="https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/</span></a></p>
<p><a href="https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Business by the Numbers</span></a> <span style="font-weight: 400">with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest.</span><a href="https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/</span></a></p>
<p><a href="https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian &amp; Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level.</span><a href="https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/</span></a></p>
<p><a href="https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Weekly Blitz</span></a> <span style="font-weight: 400">with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix &#8211; Auto Shop Coaching.</span><a href="https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/</span></a></p>
<p><a href="https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Speak Up! Effective Communication</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> with Craig O&#8217;Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size.</span><a href="https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://craigoneill.captivate.fm</span></a></p>
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		<title>The AI-Driven Auto Repair Leader: Using Technology as Your Strategic Thought Partner [RR 1092]</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Carm Capriotto, AAP]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 05:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In this forward-looking conversation, Carm Capriotto and Chris Cloutier, CEO of AutoFlow and owner of three Golden Rule Auto Care locations, explore how artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the automotive repair industry; not as a replacement for people, but as a powerful tool that helps shop owners lead smarter, communicate better, and operate more professionally.

Chris shares firsthand experiences using AI inside both his software company and his repair shops, revealing how the technology can dramatically reduce time spent on leadership and administrative tasks while improving workflow efficiency and customer communication. From refining technician notes to helping build business plans and expansion strategies, AI is becoming what Chris describes as a 'thought partner' for today’s shop owner.

What You’ll Learn:

Why AI should be viewed as a strategic business partner, not a threat to the automotive repair profession
How effective prompting and providing context can dramatically improve AI-generated results
Ways AI can streamline major business tasks such as SBA loan preparation, SWOT analyses, and growth planning
How AI-powered technician note rewrites improve customer communication and strengthen professionalism
Why clear, polished communication acts as a “curtain of professionalism” that builds customer trust
How AI can help bridge language barriers by translating repair orders and inspection results
The risks and humor of “AI versus AI” hiring practices, where both employers and applicants rely heavily on artificial intelligence
Why Chris believes today is the least expensive AI will ever be, and why shop owners should begin learning it now

The biggest takeaway from this episode is simple: AI will not replace highly skilled automotive professionals, but it will absolutely enhance the shops that learn how to use it effectively. From improving efficiency and communication to elevating the image of professionalism, AI offers tremendous advantages for modern repair businesses. However, Carm and Chris emphasize one critical principle throughout the conversation: trust, but verify. Just like quality control in the service bays, AI-generated information should always be reviewed carefully before being shared with customers or used to make important business decisions.

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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="cfm-player-iframe" style="width: 100%; height: 200px; margin-bottom: 20px; border-radius: 6px; overflow:hidden;"><iframe style="width: 100%; height: 200px;" frameborder="no" scrolling="no" seamless allow="autoplay" src="https://player.captivate.fm/f996cb2b-805f-475b-9c85-9099cc0c8ff0"></iframe></div><p><strong>Thanks to our Partners, NAPA Auto Care and NAPA TRACS</strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="https://youtu.be/wJskUmeeZAU" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Watch Full Video Episode</a></strong></p>
<p data-start="0" data-end="561">In this forward-looking conversation, Carm Capriotto and Chris Cloutier, CEO of <span class="" data-state="closed"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://autoflow.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AutoFlow</a></span> and owner of three Golden Rule Auto Care locations, explore how artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the automotive repair industry; not as a replacement for people, but as a powerful tool that helps shop owners lead smarter, communicate better, and operate more professionally.</p>
<p data-start="563" data-end="1002">Chris shares firsthand experiences using AI inside both his software company and his repair shops, revealing how the technology can dramatically reduce time spent on leadership and administrative tasks while improving workflow efficiency and customer communication. From refining technician notes to helping build business plans and expansion strategies, AI is becoming what Chris describes as a &#8216;thought partner&#8217; for today’s shop owner.</p>
<p data-section-id="14p3hbs" data-start="1004" data-end="1026">What You’ll Learn:</p>
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<li data-section-id="1xsklu3" data-start="1027" data-end="1136">Why AI should be viewed as a strategic business partner, not a threat to the automotive repair profession</li>
<li data-section-id="winytk" data-start="1137" data-end="1232">How effective prompting and providing context can dramatically improve AI-generated results</li>
<li data-section-id="pf9hel" data-start="1233" data-end="1345">Ways AI can streamline major business tasks such as SBA loan preparation, SWOT analyses, and growth planning</li>
<li data-section-id="yjbqwl" data-start="1346" data-end="1451">How AI-powered technician note rewrites improve customer communication and strengthen professionalism</li>
<li data-section-id="hxngr7" data-start="1452" data-end="1555">Why clear, polished communication acts as a “curtain of professionalism” that builds customer trust</li>
<li data-section-id="1tlzpbt" data-start="1556" data-end="1652">How AI can help bridge language barriers by translating repair orders and inspection results</li>
<li data-section-id="1eqe2dg" data-start="1653" data-end="1788">The risks and humor of “AI versus AI” hiring practices, where both employers and applicants rely heavily on artificial intelligence</li>
<li data-section-id="gl8oud" data-start="1789" data-end="1905">Why Chris believes today is the least expensive AI will ever be, and why shop owners should begin learning it now</li>
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<p data-start="1921" data-end="2553" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">The biggest takeaway from this episode is simple: AI will not replace highly skilled automotive professionals, but it will absolutely enhance the shops that learn how to use it effectively. From improving efficiency and communication to elevating the image of professionalism, AI offers tremendous advantages for modern repair businesses. However, Carm and Chris emphasize one critical principle throughout the conversation: trust, but verify. Just like quality control in the service bays, AI-generated information should always be reviewed carefully before being shared with customers or used to make important business decisions.</p>
<p data-start="1536" data-end="1978" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Chris Cloutier, <a href="https://www.goldenruleautocare.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Golden Rule Auto Care</a>, and CEO of <a href="https://autoflow.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Autoflow</a>. Listen to Chris&#8217; other episodes <a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=cloutier" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HERE</a></p>
<p data-start="1536" data-end="1978" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><b>Thanks to our Partners, NAPA Auto Care and NAPA TRACS</b></p>
<p data-start="1536" data-end="1978" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><span style="font-weight: 400">Learn more about NAPA Auto Care and the benefits of being part of the NAPA family by visiting</span><a href="https://www.napaonline.com/en/auto-care"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://www.napaonline.com/en/auto-care</span></a></p>
<p data-start="1536" data-end="1978" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><span style="font-weight: 400">NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at</span><a href="http://napatracs.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400"> http://napatracs.com/</span></a></p>
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<p><a href="https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z</span></a> <span style="font-weight: 400">with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life.</span><a href="https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/</span></a></p>
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<p><a href="https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian &amp; Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level.</span><a href="https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/</span></a></p>
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		<title>The Rise of the Specialist: Redefining Automotive Professionalism [THA 485]</title>
		<link>https://remarkableresults.biz/remarkable-results-radio-podcast/a485/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Carm Capriotto, AAP]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Host Carm Capriotto is joined by shop owners Craig Noel, Brett Beachler, and Tom Palermo for an important discussion on how “The Rise of the Specialist” is moving from idea to implementation inside automotive repair shops across the industry. Written by Carm Capriotto, “The Rise of the Specialist” is a growing movement and declaration designed to elevate the language, image, professionalism, and culture of the automotive service industry.

In this episode, the panel shares how they are actively implementing “The Rise” within their own businesses, from changing terminology and redefining job titles to elevating customer communication, shop presentation, and team culture. The conversation highlights the real-world challenges and successes of shifting away from outdated labels like “mechanic,” “wrench,” and “technician” and embracing the more professional and accurate title of “specialist.”

Carm explains that this movement is more than a branding exercise; it is a professional evolution aimed at helping the industry better reflect the expertise required to service today’s highly advanced vehicles. Modern automotive professionals are diagnosticians, calibration experts, technology specialists, and problem-solvers operating in one of the most sophisticated skilled professions today.

Throughout the discussion, the shop owners explain how adopting the language and principles of “The Rise” has strengthened team pride, improved customer trust, and helped create a more professional identity within their organizations. The panel also explores how service advisors play a key role in communicating the value of diagnostics, testing, and specialist-level expertise to clients in a way that builds understanding and confidence.

The episode draws powerful comparisons to professions like medicine and culinary arts, emphasizing that automotive specialists deserve the same respect given to highly trained experts in other industries. Just as chefs and medical specialists earn recognition through mastery and continuous education, today’s automotive professionals must also be seen as specialists whose expertise protects the safety and reliability of every vehicle entrusted to them.

“The Rise of the Specialist” has already gained momentum throughout the industry. Carm’s signature keynote, The Rise of the Specialist, has been delivered to influential audiences across North America, including the ASE Board of Governors, Ford Motor Company, and hundreds of forward-thinking automotive professionals.

What You’ll Learn

Why “The Rise of the Specialist” was created and what it represents
How shop owners are implementing “The Rise” in their businesses
Why the industry must move beyond outdated titles like “technician” and “mechanic”
How language shapes customer perception, professionalism, and team culture
The role service advisors play in explaining specialist-level diagnostics and repairs
How hospitality, presentation, and communication strengthen customer trust
Why this movement can help attract the next generation of automotive professionals

This episode demonstrates that “The Rise of the Specialist” is no longer just a concept; it is becoming a real cultural shift within the automotive industry. By adopting language that reflects expertise, elevating professionalism throughout the customer experience, and embracing the identity of the specialist, shop owners are helping reshape how the industry sees itself and how the world sees it.

Download 'The Rise of the Specialist': https://remarkableresults.biz/rise

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<p data-start="0" data-end="479">Host Carm Capriotto is joined by shop owners Craig Noel, Brett Beachler, and Tom Palermo for an important discussion on how “The Rise of the Specialist” is moving from idea to implementation inside automotive repair shops across the industry. Written by Carm Capriotto, “The Rise of the Specialist” is a growing movement and declaration designed to elevate the language, image, professionalism, and culture of the automotive service industry.</p>
<p data-start="483" data-end="938">In this episode, the panel shares how they are actively implementing “The Rise” within their own businesses, from changing terminology and redefining job titles to elevating customer communication, shop presentation, and team culture. The conversation highlights the real-world challenges and successes of shifting away from outdated labels like “mechanic,” “wrench,” and “technician” and embracing the more professional and accurate title of “specialist.”</p>
<p data-start="942" data-end="1376">Carm explains that this movement is more than a branding exercise; it is a professional evolution aimed at helping the industry better reflect the expertise required to service today’s highly advanced vehicles. Modern automotive professionals are diagnosticians, calibration experts, technology specialists, and problem-solvers operating in one of the most sophisticated skilled professions today.</p>
<p data-start="1380" data-end="1820">Throughout the discussion, the shop owners explain how adopting the language and principles of “The Rise” has strengthened team pride, improved customer trust, and helped create a more professional identity within their organizations. The panel also explores how service advisors play a key role in communicating the value of diagnostics, testing, and specialist-level expertise to clients in a way that builds understanding and confidence.</p>
<p data-start="1824" data-end="2279">The episode draws powerful comparisons to professions like medicine and culinary arts, emphasizing that automotive specialists deserve the same respect given to highly trained experts in other industries. Just as chefs and medical specialists earn recognition through mastery and continuous education, today’s automotive professionals must also be seen as specialists whose expertise protects the safety and reliability of every vehicle entrusted to them.</p>
<p data-start="2609" data-end="2967">“The Rise of the Specialist” has already gained momentum throughout the industry. Carm’s signature keynote, <em data-start="2717" data-end="2745">The Rise of the Specialist</em>, has been delivered to influential audiences across North America, including the ASE Board of Governors, Ford Motor Company, and hundreds of forward-thinking automotive professionals.</p>
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<li data-section-id="nraxrm" data-start="2994" data-end="3065">Why “The Rise of the Specialist” was created and what it represents</li>
<li data-section-id="3ku4zb" data-start="3067" data-end="3134">How shop owners are implementing “The Rise” in their businesses</li>
<li data-section-id="1gju3rf" data-start="3136" data-end="3222">Why the industry must move beyond outdated titles like “technician” and “mechanic”</li>
<li data-section-id="yiqynt" data-start="3224" data-end="3302">How language shapes customer perception, professionalism, and team culture</li>
<li data-section-id="i9cuzi" data-start="3304" data-end="3393">The role service advisors play in explaining specialist-level diagnostics and repairs</li>
<li data-section-id="7636tn" data-start="3395" data-end="3473">How hospitality, presentation, and communication strengthen customer trust</li>
<li data-section-id="1syp4qh" data-start="3475" data-end="3561">Why this movement can help attract the next generation of automotive professionals</li>
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<p data-start="3579" data-end="3985" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">This episode demonstrates that “The Rise of the Specialist” is no longer just a concept; it is becoming a real cultural shift within the automotive industry. By adopting language that reflects expertise, elevating professionalism throughout the customer experience, and embracing the identity of the specialist, shop owners are helping reshape how the industry sees itself and how the world sees it.</p>
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<div>Craig Noel, <a href="https://www.sunautomotive.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sun Automotive</a>, Springfield, OR. Listen to Craig’s previous episodes <a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=%22craig+noel%22" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HERE</a></div>
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<div>Tom Palermo, <a href="https://www.preferred-auto.net/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Preferred Automotive Specialists</a> in Philadelphia, PA. Tom’s previous episodes <strong><a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=%22palermo%22" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HERE</a></strong></div>
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<li><a href="https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast</a> with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian &amp; Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. <a href="https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/</a></li>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dan Vance, CEO of Shop Dog Marketing, challenges how auto repair shops think about marketing in today’s AI-driven world. The conversation goes beyond websites and SEO, exploring how real marketing lives in every customer interaction and how tools like ChatGPT and Google AI Overview can become powerful strategic partners.

What You’ll Learn

Marketing Is Bigger Than Digital Tactics: Most shops mistake marketing for SEO, ads, or websites. Dan reframes marketing as the entire customer experience, from the way a repair is explained to how a customer feels in your waiting room. The shops that win combine smart digital strategy with authentic human connection.
Why “Precious Moments” Builds Powerful Brands: Small, meaningful experiences, like a child choosing a toy or a team member giving back to the community, create emotional anchors. Capturing and sharing these moments builds trust and a brand that customers remember and talk about.
How E-E-A-T Drives Visibility and Growth: Search engines prioritize Experience, Expertise, Authority, and Trust. Shops that intentionally showcase these qualities can outperform larger competitors. Long-term credibility matters more than short-term ad spend.
Using AI as Your Strategic Thinking Partner: AI isn’t just a tool; it’s a collaborator. Dan shares practical ways shops can use it: Identify dealership weaknesses through review analysis and position your shop as the better alternative. Understand your shop’s real online reputation, both strengths and blind spots. Improve hiring by comparing candidates to your top performers and analyzing interview traits.

Stop thinking of marketing as something you do and start seeing it as something you are. When you combine authentic customer experiences with the strategic power of AI, you don’t just compete, you create momentum that builds trust, visibility, and long-term growth.

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<p data-start="40" data-end="578"><span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Dan Vance</span></span>, CEO of <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Shop Dog Marketing</span></span>, challenges how auto repair shops think about marketing in today’s AI-driven world. The conversation goes beyond websites and SEO, exploring how real marketing lives in every customer interaction and how tools like <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">ChatGPT</span></span> and <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Google AI Overview</span></span> can become powerful strategic partners.</p>
<p data-section-id="1fwqkjm" data-start="585" data-end="610"><span role="text">What You’ll Learn</span></p>
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<li data-section-id="1fwqkjm" data-start="585" data-end="610">Marketing Is Bigger Than Digital Tactics: Most shops mistake marketing for SEO, ads, or websites. Dan reframes marketing as the <em data-start="745" data-end="773">entire customer experience, </em>from the way a repair is explained to how a customer feels in your waiting room. The shops that win combine smart digital strategy with authentic human connection.</li>
<li data-section-id="1fwqkjm" data-start="585" data-end="610">Why “Precious Moments” Builds Powerful Brands: Small, meaningful experiences, like a child choosing a toy or a team member giving back to the community, create emotional anchors. Capturing and sharing these moments builds trust and a brand that customers remember and talk about.</li>
<li data-section-id="1fwqkjm" data-start="585" data-end="610">How E-E-A-T Drives Visibility and Growth: Search engines prioritize Experience, Expertise, Authority, and Trust. Shops that intentionally showcase these qualities can outperform larger competitors. Long-term credibility matters more than short-term ad spend.</li>
<li data-section-id="1fwqkjm" data-start="585" data-end="610">Using AI as Your Strategic Thinking Partner: AI isn’t just a tool; it’s a collaborator. Dan shares practical ways shops can use it: Identify dealership weaknesses through review analysis and position your shop as the better alternative. Understand your shop’s real online reputation, both strengths and blind spots. Improve hiring by comparing candidates to your top performers and analyzing interview traits.</li>
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<p data-start="2151" data-end="2419" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Stop thinking of marketing as something you <em data-start="2195" data-end="2199">do</em> and start seeing it as something you <em data-start="2237" data-end="2242">are</em>. When you combine authentic customer experiences with the strategic power of AI, you don’t just compete, you create momentum that builds trust, visibility, and long-term growth.</p>
<p data-start="1768" data-end="2113"><a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/remarkable-results-radio-podcast/e1071/">When Customers Ask AI First: What Shop Owners Need to Know [RR 1071]: https://remarkableresults.biz/remarkable-results-radio-podcast/e1071/ </a></p>
<p data-start="1768" data-end="2113">Dan Vance, <a href="https://shopdogmarketing.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Shop Dog Marketing.com</a></p>
<p><strong>Thanks to our Partners, NAPA Auto Care and NAPA TRACS</strong></p>
<p>Learn more about NAPA Auto Care and the benefits of being part of the NAPA family by visiting <a href="https://www.napaonline.com/en/auto-care" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.napaonline.com/en/auto-care</a></p>
<p>NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at<a href="http://napatracs.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> http://napatracs.com/</a></p>
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<li><a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Remarkable Results Radio Podcast </a>with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. <a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://remarkableresults.biz/</a></li>
<li><a href="https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z </a>with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life. <a href="https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/</a></li>
<li><a href="https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Business by the Numbers </a>with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. <a href="https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/</a></li>
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		<title>The Dealer Alternative Advantage in Today’s Auto Repair Industry [THA 482]</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Carm Capriotto, AAP]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In this episode, host Carm Capriotto sits down with Larry and Kara Rose of Larry’s Automotive in Newburgh, Indiana, to celebrate their recognition as the NAPA 2025 Auto Care Center of the Year. Their story is more than an award; it’s a roadmap for building a sustainable, family-driven business through discipline, culture, and long-term vision.

What You’ll Learn

How Larry turned a driveway side hustle into a scalable business
Why Kara’s systems and structure were key to growth
A clear, intentional plan for family succession
How strong culture outweighs individual talent
The impact of daily training and continuous learning
Why service advisors are critical to customer trust
Growth strategies like “dealer alternative” positioning and coaching

Building a lasting shop requires more than technical skill; it takes structure, culture, and a long-term vision for people and growth.

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<p data-start="41" data-end="479">In this episode, host <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Carm Capriotto</span></span> sits down with Larry and Kara Rose of Larry’s Automotive in Newburgh, Indiana, to celebrate their recognition as the NAPA 2025 Auto Care Center of the Year. Their story is more than an award; it’s a roadmap for building a sustainable, family-driven business through discipline, culture, and long-term vision.</p>
<p data-start="286" data-end="307">What You’ll Learn</p>
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<li data-section-id="1e2loba" data-start="309" data-end="377">How Larry turned a driveway side hustle into a scalable business</li>
<li data-section-id="1ib6d3h" data-start="378" data-end="433">Why Kara’s systems and structure were key to growth</li>
<li data-section-id="1dlhkow" data-start="434" data-end="485">A clear, intentional plan for family succession</li>
<li data-section-id="dt3gtd" data-start="486" data-end="536">How strong culture outweighs individual talent</li>
<li data-section-id="1u02dap" data-start="537" data-end="593">The impact of daily training and continuous learning</li>
<li data-section-id="1ywzzwi" data-start="594" data-end="649">Why service advisors are critical to customer trust</li>
<li data-section-id="160pk0e" data-start="650" data-end="720">Growth strategies like “dealer alternative” positioning and coaching</li>
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<p>Building a lasting shop requires more than technical skill; it takes structure, culture, and a long-term vision for people and growth.</p>
<p>Larry and Kara Rose, <a href="https://www.larrysautomotiverepair.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Larry’s Automotive,</a> Newburgh, IN</p>
<p><strong>Thanks to our Partner, NAPA TRACS</p>
<p></strong>NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at <a href="http://napatracs.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://napatracs.com/</a></p>
<p><strong>Thanks to our Partner, Today&#8217;s Class</p>
<p></strong>Optimize training with Today&#8217;s Class: In just 5 minutes daily, boost knowledge retention and improve team performance. Find Today&#8217;s Class on the web at <a href="https://www.todaysclass.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.todaysclass.com/</a></p>
<p><strong>Thanks to our Partner, KUKUI</p>
<p></strong>Stop juggling multiple marketing tools. KUKUI’s integrated platform delivers 4x better website conversions, automated follow-up, and real-time ROI tracking. Get industry-leading customer support with KUKUI at <a href="https://www.kukui.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.kukui.com/</a></p>
<p><strong>Thanks to our Partner, Pit Crew Loyalty</p>
<p></strong>You’re probably tired of chasing new customers who never return. We understand. Pit Crew Loyalty ends the one-and-done cycle, turning first visits into lasting, reliable revenue at <a href="https://www.pitcrewloyalty.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.pitcrewloyalty.com/</a></p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Carm Capriotto, AAP]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Host Carm Capriotto speaks with Jay Goninen, co-founder and president of WrenchWay, about insights from the 2026 Voice of the Technician Survey and what it reveals about the state of the automotive workforce.

Jay encourages shop owners to download the free report to uncover blind spots and start meaningful conversations with their teams. The data show that technicians strongly prefer a four-day, 10-hour workweek with no weekends, along with proper equipment, paid vacation, retirement benefits, and paid training.

While dealership technicians made up a larger share of respondents, independents stood out in workplace culture. 63% of independent technicians would recommend their shop to a friend, compared to 36% at dealerships, though dealerships scored higher in providing paid training. Across both groups, technicians favor an hourly wage plus bonus structure, which many feel better supports diagnosticians than traditional flat-rate systems.

The discussion also highlights a troubling trend: the industry’s Net Promoter Score dropped to -60 in 2026, signaling that many technicians would not recommend the profession to others.

To strengthen the talent pipeline, Jay discusses ASE Connects, a new initiative aimed at connecting shops with high school and technical school automotive programs to support them through mentorship, advisory roles, and community engagement.

Carm also advocates elevating the profession by shifting the language from “mechanic” or “technician” to “specialist,” emphasizing the expertise required to work on today’s vehicles.

Overall, the episode serves as a wake-up call for shop owners to use the survey insights to evaluate their culture, communication, and work environments, and to become employers technicians are proud to recommend.

https://wrenchway.com/resources/2026-voice-of-technician-survey-report/

Jay Goninen, Co-Founder and President, WrenchWay

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<p data-start="0" data-end="273">Host Carm Capriotto speaks with Jay Goninen, co-founder and president of WrenchWay, about insights from the 2026 Voice of the Technician Survey and what it reveals about the state of the automotive workforce.</p>
<p data-start="275" data-end="597">Jay encourages shop owners to download the free report to uncover blind spots and start meaningful conversations with their teams. The data show that technicians strongly prefer a four-day, 10-hour workweek with no weekends, along with proper equipment, paid vacation, retirement benefits, and paid training.</p>
<p data-start="599" data-end="1045">While dealership technicians made up a larger share of respondents, independents stood out in workplace culture. 63% of independent technicians would recommend their shop to a friend, compared to 36% at dealerships, though dealerships scored higher in providing paid training. Across both groups, technicians favor an hourly wage plus bonus structure, which many feel better supports diagnosticians than traditional flat-rate systems.</p>
<p data-start="1047" data-end="1236">The discussion also highlights a troubling trend: the industry’s Net Promoter Score dropped to -60 in 2026, signaling that many technicians would not recommend the profession to others.</p>
<p data-start="1238" data-end="1483">To strengthen the talent pipeline, Jay discusses ASE Connects, a new initiative aimed at connecting shops with high school and technical school automotive programs to support them through mentorship, advisory roles, and community engagement.</p>
<p data-start="1485" data-end="1659">Carm also advocates elevating the profession by shifting the language from “mechanic” or “technician” to “specialist,” emphasizing the expertise required to work on today’s vehicles.</p>
<p data-start="1661" data-end="1877" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Overall, the episode serves as a wake-up call for shop owners to use the survey insights to evaluate their culture, communication, and work environments, and to become employers technicians are proud to recommend.</p>
<p data-start="1661" data-end="1877" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><a href="https://wrenchway.com/resources/2026-voice-of-technician-survey-report/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://wrenchway.com/resources/2026-voice-of-technician-survey-report/</a></p>
<p data-start="1661" data-end="1877" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Jay Goninen, Co-Founder and President, <a href="https://wrenchway.com/">WrenchWay</a></p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In this episode, Carm Capriotto speaks with Chris Machado, founder of XGen Academy, about a bold new approach to solving the automotive technician shortage.

Machado has developed an intensive 16-week training program that blends virtual reality simulations, classroom learning, and hands-on shop experience to accelerate the development of new technicians. At the core of the academy’s philosophy is the “reverse funnel,” which attracts a wide pool of young talent and progressively refines their skills toward professional mastery.

The program goes beyond technical instruction. Through its “Reality Hub,” students also learn essential life and workplace skills, including financial literacy, professionalism, and ethics.

By modernizing the training experience and making automotive careers more appealing to younger generations, Machado aims to build a scalable model that can be replicated nationwide, offering a proactive, high-tech solution for developing the industry’s next generation of technicians.

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<p data-start="0" data-end="164">In this episode, Carm Capriotto speaks with Chris Machado, founder of XGen Academy, about a bold new approach to solving the automotive technician shortage.</p>
<p data-start="166" data-end="549">Machado has developed an intensive 16-week training program that blends virtual reality simulations, classroom learning, and hands-on shop experience to accelerate the development of new technicians. At the core of the academy’s philosophy is the “reverse funnel,” which attracts a wide pool of young talent and progressively refines their skills toward professional mastery.</p>
<p data-start="551" data-end="748">The program goes beyond technical instruction. Through its “Reality Hub,” students also learn essential life and workplace skills, including financial literacy, professionalism, and ethics.</p>
<p data-start="750" data-end="1037" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">By modernizing the training experience and making automotive careers more appealing to younger generations, Machado aims to build a scalable model that can be replicated nationwide, offering a proactive, high-tech solution for developing the industry’s next generation of technicians.</p>
<p data-start="750" data-end="1037" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">XGen Academy: <a href="https://xgened.email/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://xgened.email/</a></p>
<p data-start="750" data-end="1037" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Chris Machado, <a href="https://circlemtireandautomotive.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Circle M Tire &amp; Auto</a> and <a href="https://www.circlemautoandtruckrepair.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Circle M Truck Repair</a> Bakersfield, CA.</p>
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		<title>Looking Rich VS Living Free: The Hidden Truth About Success and Money [THA 472]</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Carm Capriotto, AAP]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA["Rich is loud. Wealthy is quiet."

In this episode, host Carm Capriotto sits down with Jerry Kezhaya and Dr. Laura Shwaluk, owners of The Auto Shop and business coaches with BBMUSA.

They share their unconventional journey from healthcare to auto repair, including how Laura stepped in to run the shop while Jerry was hospitalized. With no technical background, she succeeded by focusing on leadership, culture, and relationships—proving that auto repair is ultimately a people business.

The couple also discusses the realities of working together as spouses. By clearly defining roles—Jerry managing systems and strategy, Laura leading team and customer relations—they’ve built a respectful, healthy workplace culture.

A major focus of the episode is financial freedom. Jerry contrasts “visible wealth” with “quiet freedom,” emphasizing passive income, low debt, and disciplined spending. They warn against lifestyle inflation and investing in depreciating assets, encouraging shop owners to prioritize long-term security over short-term status. They dive into the psychology of money, explaining how emotional wounds and unmet needs often drive overspending. Laura stresses that financial healing often starts with personal healing.

Our panel reinforces that real success comes from clarity, discipline, and emotional awareness. Rather than chasing status or appearances, they encourage shop owners to focus on building strong teams, healthy finances, and personal balance—creating businesses that support true freedom, peace of mind, and long-term fulfillment.

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<p><b class="ng-star-inserted" data-start-index="125">&#8220;Rich is loud. Wealthy is quiet.&#8221;</b></p>
<p data-start="0" data-end="333">In this episode, host <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Carm Capriotto</span></span> sits down with <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Jerry Kezhaya</span></span> and <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Dr. Laura Shwaluk</span></span>, owners of <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">The Auto Shop</span></span> and business coaches with Business Builder Mentor and Mastermind.</p>
<p data-start="335" data-end="639">They share their unconventional journey from healthcare to auto repair, including how Laura stepped in to run the shop while Jerry was hospitalized. With no technical background, she succeeded by focusing on leadership, culture, and relationships—proving that auto repair is ultimately a people business.</p>
<p data-start="641" data-end="872">The couple also discusses the realities of working together as spouses. By clearly defining roles—Jerry managing systems and strategy, Laura leading team and customer relations—they’ve built a respectful, healthy workplace culture.</p>
<p data-start="874" data-end="1200">A major focus of the episode is financial freedom. Jerry contrasts “visible wealth” with “quiet freedom,” emphasizing passive income, low debt, and disciplined spending. They warn against lifestyle inflation and investing in depreciating assets, encouraging shop owners to prioritize long-term security over short-term status. They dive into the psychology of money, explaining how emotional wounds and unmet needs often drive overspending. Laura stresses that financial healing often starts with personal healing.</p>
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<p data-start="0" data-end="478" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Jerry Kezhaya and Dr. Laura Shwaluk, <a href="https://theautoshop.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Auto Shop</a>, Plano TX. Business Coaches at <a href="https://www.bbmmusa.com/MOTRT" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Business Builder Mentor and Mastermind</a></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[James Stephenson shares his journey from a struggling technician to the leader of multiple successful businesses, offering a candid look at what truly drives sustainable growth in auto repair. The conversation tackles the technician hiring crisis head-on, reframing recruitment as an ongoing, intentional process and rooted in a positive, proactive mindset.

Stephenson credits much of his success to mentorship from Bob Cooper, highlighting how investing in employees as people, not just producers, builds long-term loyalty. By supporting personal goals like homeownership and financial stability, shop owners can create cultures where teams want to stay and grow.

The episode also explores the coming “silver tsunami” of retiring shop owners and why many shops fail to become valuable, sellable businesses. Poor financial documentation and outdated systems often erode enterprise value. The takeaway is clear: with professional coaching and strong shop management practices, an auto repair shop can evolve from a job that owns you into a scalable, high-value business asset.

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<p data-start="0" data-end="398">James Stephenson shares his journey from a struggling technician to the leader of multiple successful businesses, offering a candid look at what truly drives sustainable growth in auto repair. The conversation tackles the technician hiring crisis head-on, reframing recruitment as an ongoing, intentional process and rooted in a positive, proactive mindset.</p>
<p data-start="400" data-end="704">Stephenson credits much of his success to mentorship from Bob Cooper, highlighting how investing in employees as people, not just producers, builds long-term loyalty. By supporting personal goals like homeownership and financial stability, shop owners can create cultures where teams want to stay and grow.</p>
<p data-start="706" data-end="1116" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">The episode also explores the coming “silver tsunami” of retiring shop owners and why many shops fail to become valuable, sellable businesses. Poor financial documentation and outdated systems often erode enterprise value. The takeaway is clear: with professional coaching and strong shop management practices, an auto repair shop can evolve from a job that owns you into a scalable, high-value business asset.</p>
<p data-start="1517" data-end="1830" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">James Stephenson, <a href="https://www.lotuspe.us/">Helping Auto Repair Shop Owners Build Stronger Shops | Lotus Consulting</a></p>
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