“Goals Set, Goals Accomplished” Jon Kloosterman [AW 133]

Guest host and shop tour with Jon Kloosterman, Director of Operations, Westside Service, Zeeland, MI. Jon discusses his 2 year apprentice program and the importance of hiring employees that will fit into their team culture.

Watch Episode on YouTube HERE

Jon Kloosterman, Director of Operations, Westside Service, Zeeland, MI. Jon’s previous episodes HERE

Key Talking Points 

  • 5 shops, 4 locations
  • 2 year apprentice program- cater to your own organization, tool funds, match with master technician, and given time frame to complete certifications.
  • Challenge- fitting the business culture 
  • Finding apprentices through high schools- Jon is on board for local high school. 
  • Original location- expanded to 7 bays
  • “Goals Set, Goals Accomplished” – team goals lead to team events

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About the author, Carm Capriotto, AAP

Carm is the founder and host of the Remarkable Results Radio Podcast and the pioneer of automotive aftermarket podcasts. Carm calls on his years of experience in the aftermarket to bring engaging stories from his guests.

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