https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c519m3FrY_Y&t=9s Mark Guerrero has 27 years in the automotive industry, is President and part-owner of Affinity Automotive Services, established the business in 2007. He is currently on the USD 259 advisory board for automotive technology, and WSU Tech advisory board member, serves on MWACA mechanical committee. Mark is also the MWACA Wichita Chapter President, focused on keeping up with technology in the automotive industry and building future technicians. Summer Guerrero,  Vice President and part-owner of Affinity Automotive Services over 25 years in Public Service and Customer service, Background in Fire Fighting and EMS Currently Vice President Executive Board Member of Midwest Auto Care Alliance,  serves on the MWACA communication, and MWACA magazine advisory board, is passionate about educating and helping others personally and professionally.  Candice Beuttenmuller co-owns TJ’s Alignment and Repair in WaKeeney, KS with her husband, Jesse. Together they not only own but operate the full-service repair shop, with Candice on the front counter service writing, and Jesse in the bays turning wrenches. To make it truly a family affair, their 2 boys, Odin, 10, and Ezra, 5, help in the shop daily with keeping washer fluid jugs full, greeting customers, and starring on the business Facebook page in their Friday Funny videos. Candice’s family is originally from rural western Kansas where TJ’s Alignment and Repair is located. The Beuttenmuller’s purchased the existing shop in April 2017. While Jesse had the mechanical background for working on vehicles, Candice admits the most experience she had with vehicles before they purchased the shop, was checking the oil in her own vehicle and changing a flat tire. Candice had experience in the service industry as a waitress but never dreamed that experience would transform into owning a repair shop. Rick White, President and Lead Coach for 180BIZ, an auto repair shop training and business coaching company. He also owned and managed several successful automotive repair shops. Early in his career, Rick got his arm stuck under a vehicle while working underneath it. He managed to get out safely but it was a wake up call to him and for all of us as well. This is everyone’s concern. There are too many distractions like cell phones, tablets, lackadaisical attitude of it never happening, not focused on job at task, talking to tech next to them and a whole lot more. We need to follow lift maintenance schedules religiously and document every procedure in order to check work properly. Rick White’s Previous Episodes https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=%22rick+white%22 (HERE). Key Talking Points What is anxiety? It is a whole spectrum. Anxiousness can be positive, happy, and excited. Anxiety can have a negative outlook and be a chemical imbalance. Anxiety can be isolation which can lead to depression.    Brain function- to keep you alive, conserve energy. Hardwired to look for threats.  What causes it? A lot of it is self-induced. It’s a focus issue and something we create. Don’t fear stack, live in the present. Don’t let your needs affect your team.  Everyone deals with anxiety every day, most don't call it anxiety- “being in the weeds.”  Future tripping and catastrophizing- helps cope and squash the anxiety.  Be aware of the mental and physical pains of your team- noticing and addressing immediately to help change their mindset instead of waiting and losing production. Open communication with the entire team. Be empathetic and intuitive. Everyone is an iceberg. Be a resource for your team. Every time you say yes you are saying no to someone else- help and serve your customers in a healthy way.  CIA- what can you do during an anxiety event. Control, influence, acceptance Reach out for support- coach, network peers, and other people that are in similar situations to change your mindset....

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Anxiety Disorders at Work [THA 246]

Apathy Will Be Our Largest Downfall - If We Let It - Bob Greenwood's Second Thoughts

Apathy Will Be Our Largest Downfall - If We Let It - Bob Greenwood's Second Thoughts - Bob Greenwood's Second Thoughts

Gary Smith started in the car business in 1979 and never looked back. Throughout a 25 plus year career with new car dealerships and OEMs, he was blessed to have experienced all fixed operations positions, having been a Certified ASE and GM Master Technician, Shop Foreman, Service Advisor, Parts & Service Manager and Fixed Ops Director over many years for Cadillac/Oldsmobile, Mercedes, VW and Chevrolet stores. Gary worked as a technical field engineer and warranty audit consultant to OEMs and dealership groups in the late 80s and 90s, this experience uniquely positioned Gary to form GSS Enterprises, Inc. in 2000. Gary specializes in teaching advanced diagnostic techniques and methodology; including physical testing (Lab Scopes, Pressure Transducer, Scan Data and 5-Gas Analysis), signal acquisition & analysis, fuel and lubrication technology as well as vehicle communications data bus diagnostics. Gary teaches technical and management classes and his www.automastertraining.com hotline currently supports technicians with on-car remote technical assistance in 8 Metro markets. Gary also teaches “Train the Trainer” sessions for schools and college automotive programs. Listen to Gary's previous episodes https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=%22gary+smith%22 (HERE) Key Talking Points “Diagnosing difficult deposit related drivability concerns” Carbon build-up affecting engine  Cars are what they eat- drivability problems/check engine lights   Diag Nation- remote support line, single call or membership base. Remote in and take control, guide technician through the repair.   “Technology is exceeding the human’s brain ability to absorb it.” Basic electricity laws is a critical foundation for correct interpretation  The definition of a new, desperately needed class of technician; The Automotive SIGINT (signal intelligence) Specialist. COMMINT (communication intelligence) understanding the network, MASSINT (measurement and signature) measure circuit and signatures of signals, IMINT (image intelligence) circuit description and operation, wiring diagrams, HUMINT (human intelligence) service advisor, technician, owner. MECCINT (mechanical intelligence). Process for productive and accurate diagnosis.  gsmith@diagnation.com Connect with the show: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/ (Aftermarket Radio Network) http://youtube.com/carmcapriotto (Subscribe on YouTube) https://remarkableresults.biz/episodes (Visit us on the Web) https://www.facebook.com/RemarkableResultsPodcast (Follow on Facebook) https://remarkableresults.biz/insider/ (Become an Insider) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/carm (Buy me a coffee) https://remarkableresults.biz/books/ (Important Books) Check out today's partners: Gold Certification recognizes top tier NAPA AutoCares with a high level of participation in the AutoCare program. The program was built by AutoCare Centers for AutoCare Centers to provide a consistent consumer experience, maximize technology leverage, and reward NAPA’s most committed partners. In other words, Gold Certified AutoCare Centers are the standard bearers for the AutoCare brand nationwide. Simply put, the Gold Certified NAPA AutoCare program, powered by your local shop brand, will separate you from the rest helping you boost your bay counts and your average repair orders. Learn more about NAPA AutoCare, Gold Certification, and the hundreds of other benefits the NAPA family has to offer by talking with your servicing NAPA store or visiting www.NAPAAutoCare.com.

We Are Signal Intelligence Specialists [RR 685]

Fix the Stops and Starts and Become More Productive - Chris Cotton Weekly Blitz 030

Fix the Stops and Starts and Become More Productive - Chris Cotton Weekly Blitz 030 - Chris Cotton Weekly Blitz

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAAw-wkrPQQ Tina Erickson on Brand Equity and Tour of Her Shop Ken's Auto Service, Aurora, CO OH Tina's previous episodes https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=tina+erickson (HERE) Connect with the show: http://youtube.com/carmcapriotto (Subscribe on YouTube) https://remarkableresults.biz/episodes (Visit us on the Web) https://www.facebook.com/RemarkableResultsPodcast (Follow on Facebook) https://remarkableresults.biz/insider/ (Become an Insider) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/carm (Buy me a coffee) https://remarkableresults.biz/books/ (Important Books) Check out today's partners: Dorman gives people greater freedom to fix vehicles by constantly developing new repair solutions that put owners and technicians first. By always innovating, Dorman has led the way in growing the aftermarket. Here you will see a few examples of a Dorman OE Fix. An OE FIX is a Dorman repair solution you can’t get from the original equipment manufacturer. It means they found a situation where they believe the OEM wasn’t giving repair professionals what they wanted, so we fixed it. Everything Dorman does is centered around providing customer value, both in the quality of products, and the creativity of solutions. Our engineers and designers go out of their way to save repair technicians time and save vehicle owners money. Want to really go under the hood? Take the Dorman Virtual Tour athttp://www.dormanproducts.com/Tour ( www.DormanProducts.com/Tour) https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/ (Aftermarket Radio Network)

Tina Erickson on Brand Equity and Tour of Her Shop [AW 075]

Brittany Schindler, GM of her father’s shop in Rod’s Japanese Auto Care in Bellingham, WA for over 10 years. She loves working at the shop and being able to help people every day. Brittany has learned so much over the years by going to classes with great trainers and having a great business coach. One of her main focuses is to raise the standard of the automotive service and repair industry. Listen to Brittany's previous episodes https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=%22brittany+schindler%22 (HERE) Key Talking Points No prices over the phone- This can be challenging at first. Giving prices can be wrong or misleading depending on the vehicle. Instead explain why prices can vary, ask them to come in first, explain warranty, DVI’s, rental cars, etc. Vet the customer- are they looking for the cheapest price? Not every customer is right for your business. Performing the best digital inspections so your customers don't have to google anything and be consistent. Continue to simplify the writing so someone who doesn’t know anything about cars can understand and learn about their vehicle. Add “what happens if you don’t do XYZ” Write and edit inspections/customer reviews with your whole team for team buy-in. Getting customers to fix their "old" cars- list pros and cons of getting new/used cars. Make the investment and let them know the vehicle will be maintained properly, the laundry list won’t grow and be behind. Selling Maintenance- oil changes, fluid changes etc. It is an easy win once everyone has to buy in for selling maintenance. Educate customers on why fluid changes are important. Cheaper to change fluid than change apart Making customers feel confident about repairs- texting DVI, lifetime warranty, “what to expect” card at dropoffs Connect with the show: http://youtube.com/carmcapriotto (Subscribe on YouTube) https://remarkableresults.biz/episodes (Visit us on the Web) https://www.facebook.com/RemarkableResultsPodcast (Follow on Facebook) https://remarkableresults.biz/insider/ (Become an Insider) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/carm (Buy me a coffee) https://remarkableresults.biz/books/ (Important Books) https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/ (Aftermarket Radio Network) Check out today's partners: This episode is brought to you by AAPEX, the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo. AAPEX represents the $740 billion global automotive aftermarket industry and has everything you need to stay ahead of the curve.  The Virtual AAPEX Experience 2020 is in the record books. Virtual AAPEX lived up to presenting leading-technical and business management training from some of the industry’s best and brightest. Now set your sights on the homecoming in Las Vegas in 2021. Mark your calendar now … November 2-4, 2021, AAPEX // Now more than ever. This episode is brought to you by Shop-Ware Shop Management. It’s time to run your business at its fullest potential with the industry’s leading technology. Shop-Ware Shop Management will increase your efficiency with lightning-fast workflows, help your staff capture more sales every day, and create very happy customers who promote your business. Shops running Shop-Ware have More Time and generate More Profit—join them! Schedule a free live demonstration and find out how 30 minutes can transform your shop at https://getshopware.com/carm (getshopware.com/carm)

Creating Lifetime Customers - Brittany Schindler [RR 684]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0slRlJZ_sQY&t=690s Ethan Smith, Service Advisor, Casey Automotive, Chantilly and Sterling, VA Chad Jacks, Service Advisor, Dale's Service Center, Davenport, IA Rena Rennebohm, CEO and Creator of Empowered Advisor. With over 20 years of experience in the automotive industry, Rena has always had a passion for helping people. As a Service Advisor, she found every way possible to improve and utilize her skills. Implementing new techniques with basic fundamentals gave Rena the ability to become one of the most sought after Trainers and Coaches in our field. Dedicating her time training Service Advisors with one-on-one calls, webinars, and classes is what she lives for. With high energy and understanding, rapid and continued improvement has been shown across the board from her clients. Listen to Rena’s previous episodes https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=%22Renna+Rennebohm%C2%A0%22 (HERE). Key Talking Points Role Play 1: Need a Transmission Ethan: Customer- Wants price, the vehicle doesn't drive well, doesn’t feel confident from phone conversation Chad: Service Advisor- Distracted, asked to repeat the question, unenthusiastic, gives price for just transmission and when appt is, “maybe 6K” Rena: Coach- 3 steps price shopper- get to know the customer, what are symptoms of car, offer inspection. Giving only price gives customers something to compare. Redo Ethan: Customer- He did research online and thinks its a transmission Chad: Service Advisor- Greets customer with his name, asks his name and phone number, asks about the vehicle, asks if the vehicle has ever been to the shop, explains what they would do to the vehicle once it is brought in, testing price, explains shop amenities and warranties, asks about an appointment, offers rental ride/shuttle Rena: Coach- Vehicle is vetted, it has been maintained, converting good customer to shop Role Play 2: Check engine light is on Chad: Customer- Asks about price, looked online at pricing for parts Ethan: Service Advisor- Asks what car, if codes have been pulled, hasn't asked name, throwing different parts names out, $150-170 for repair Rena: Coach- Customer is probably frustrated, was told no, hasn’t received help, become a little grumpy, vehicle coming into the shop is the priority before giving price, every phone call is opportunity Redo Chad: Customer- Will the car be ready that day? The car pulls to the left when driving, asks about drop off/night pick up Ethan: Service Advisor- Asks for customer’s name/phone number, “sorry this is happening,” “so happy you called,” asks if the car has been to shop, thanks the customer for giving him the opportunity, asks if the car has been worked on, what is make/model, explains difficulties with check engine light, mentions certified technician, asks what time/day would work, test drive with the customer Rena: Coach- Express empathy, don’t use acronyms, have great tone Role Play 3: Tune-up Ethan: Customer- Asks what parts will the shop be using? What different services? Chad: Service Advisor- Unenthusiastic, gives price, “stuff to dump in the tank,” didn't ask for name, “I can check it if you want” Rena: Coach- Secret shop local businesses, more common than not, you can’t flip a switch to be professional, you need business culture, training, mentoring Redo Ethan: Customer- Asks what a tune-up entails, asks costs Chad: Service Advisor- Gives name, asks name and phone number, asks how he found the shop, shows interest in-vehicle, explains details of service, build estimate, explains warranty, offers loaner car Rena: Coach- “My customer’s love it” go with the customer without arguing, ask about symptoms, don’t tell customers they don’t need something   Connect with the show: http://youtube.com/carmcapriotto (Subscribe on YouTube)...

Service Advisor Role Play #6 [THA 245]

Kevin Syed, Owner of Integrity 1st Automotive, grew up with an entrepreneurial father and was always encouraged to lead. Having successfully earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from University at Buffalo, Kevin went on to become a franchisee with Getty Petroleum / British Petroleum service centers for the better part of a decade in New York City. After gaining the knowledge, experience, and funding required to produce his own operation, Kevin went on to operate his own independent shops in New York. Kevin sought to find a new place to call home with his wife and twin girls; he longed for the community values and environment of the South and so his family made the decision to move to Texas. Integrity 1st Automotive was then born in Texas and Kevin has scaled his business to multiple locations across the Dallas Fort-Worth Metroplex. When he's not working, Kevin enjoys local car rallies (e.g. Lamborghini Club Dallas), traveling, and hunting. Ramy Nazim, Director of Integrity 1st Automotive, graduated from the University of Toronto in 2014 with a HBSc. in Biology & Psychology. While he continues to have an affinity for academia and the life sciences; he found his technical prowess to be of vast usage in the working world. Post-graduation, he went on to work with a local software startup specializing in real estate marketing tools. The startup experience allowed Ramy to engage with virtually every facet and department of the business. Insofar as the automotive repair industry, Ramy works to leverage technological solutions to help increase operational efficiency, develop automations, create event-driven communication flows and more! When he's not working, Ramy enjoys traveling with his wife, cooking with the help of Youtube tutorials, and reading about science and history. Key Talking Points Put it in writing- a discussion on the importance of standard operating procedures, processes, training paradigms in order to scale the business to multi-locations. Put the system into place.  Is it auditable? Having things written is one thing - but how are you tracking compliance? Every process should have a check and balance behind it- quality assurance on whether it is being done. Area Manager (or yourself as an owner) with a preset checklist or leverage technology (software management system). Prioritizing- If you are ambitious on growth, then you've likely got a laundry list of goals and tasks; some are working ON the business and some are working IN the business. Develop a methodology of prioritization- tie your task to a specific KIP, goal or ROI. Eliminates redundancy. Be open to change.   Incentivized Extraordinary Performance- empower and develop your employees. Incentives that promote entrepreneurial thinking work the best. Profit-sharing- share part of profits with managers/lead technicians and share P & L. Being transparent.  Keep your eyes on Customer Churn- We are in the people's business, one of the most important KPI's to focus on whether one shop or multi shops is to know how many customers are churning from your business annually. (SAS- software as a service). Track weekly/monthly/quarterly/annually- how much of car count is return vs net new customers. Touchpoints for every life cycle of a customer’s vehicle. Remarket and reengage with customers. Churn is inevitable but control it as much as possible.  Automation- there are only so many hours in the day; with compartmentalized thinking and technology, you can get more out of each day by offloading redundant tasks to technology without one size fits all solutions.  The Customer Experience- we know that it's all about the little things when it comes to curating a memorable experience. That being said, how do you make sure the little things are being followed when you're not there? Your model should work for ANYONE- If you build scalable models, then you can confidently scale to prospective franchisees...

Growing Pains When Scaling Your Business [RR 683]

Alignments as a Profit Center - Chris Cotton Weekly Blitz 029

Alignments as a Profit Center - Chris Cotton Weekly Blitz 029 - Chris Cotton Weekly Blitz

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewNr3KitpwM Guest host, Fred Gestwicki, Jr. from Fix-It-With Fred in Canton, OH Owner / Master Technician. 25 Years of Automotive Experience. ASE Master Technician, Hyundai and Kia Master Technician, Mitsubishi Master Technician. Fred will talk about price shoppers and we’ll see a tour of his shop. How to handle that call. Why do they ask for a price? How to convert them to customers Fred's previous episodes https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=Fred+Gestwicki (HERE) Connect with the show: http://youtube.com/carmcapriotto (Subscribe on YouTube) https://remarkableresults.biz/episodes (Visit us on the Web) https://www.facebook.com/RemarkableResultsPodcast (Follow on Facebook) https://remarkableresults.biz/insider/ (Become an Insider) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/carm (Buy me a coffee) https://remarkableresults.biz/books/ (Important Books) Check out today's partners: Dorman gives people greater freedom to fix vehicles by constantly developing new repair solutions that put owners and technicians first. By always innovating, Dorman has led the way in growing the aftermarket. Here you will see a few examples of a Dorman OE Fix. An OE FIX is a Dorman repair solution you can’t get from the original equipment manufacturer. It means they found a situation where they believe the OEM wasn’t giving repair professionals what they wanted, so we fixed it. Everything Dorman does is centered around providing customer value, both in the quality of products, and the creativity of solutions. Our engineers and designers go out of their way to save repair technicians time and save vehicle owners money. Want to really go under the hood? Take the Dorman Virtual Tour athttp://www.dormanproducts.com/Tour ( www.DormanProducts.com/Tour) https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/ (Aftermarket Radio Network)

Guest Host and Shop Tour with Fred Gestwicki, Jr [AW 074]

Scott Wheeler, President of Automotive Consultants Group, Inc. (ACGI) is a shop management expert in the transportation industry, with over forty years’ experience in the automotive, trucking, heavy-equipment, marine, motor sports, and defense aerospace industries. He holds numerous ASE credentials, including two Master’s Certifications, and has experience working in every position from Tech, Fixed Operations Director, and Mechanical Engineer. Scott has authored five books for the automotive industry and continues to write, consult, and speak professionally at major industry events throughout the U.S. and Canada. He has been a regular featured consultant/contributor to Ratchet+Wrench Magazine, Auto Inc., and Canadian Tire magazine with articles relating to topics such as technician compensation programs, understanding production capacity, and how to maintain passion for your automotive repair business, among others. ACGI continues to consult and mentor clients throughout North America. Listen to Scott's previous episodes https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=%22scott+wheeler%22 (HERE) Key Talking Points “How to Make Money (& Stay Sane) in the Automotive Service Industry”- Chronicles “Bob” a fictitious character. Effective labor rate, marketing and advertising in 21st century. Charts and graphs included. Policies, procedures, job descriptions.  What are your goals? Why are you in the industry? “What’s in it for me?” Are you willing to listen? Try new things? Change?  Change triangle- the center is change, outside points are commitment, plan and action.  “Why when how to” with financials  “All business is, is a math problem”- understanding the numbers, understanding benchmark (labor gross profit margin, parts margin etc)  Ego factor- what is your break-even point is? Do you rate how well your month went by how much money is in your checking account?  Holding someone accountable- clear set goals and expectations CPA using Quickbooks- Quickbooks isn’t geared towards automotive Make sure you set your shop management software to your set gross profit matrix for parts and labor Production incentive for technicians and service advisors- it should be easy to calculate. Is it based on working 40 hours or meeting/beating time guide? Consider individual compensation plans. Find one that motivates your employees.  Raising effective labor rate http://Automotiveconsultantsgroup.com (Automotiveconsultantsgroup.com ) Connect with the show: http://youtube.com/carmcapriotto (Subscribe on YouTube) https://remarkableresults.biz/episodes (Visit us on the Web) https://www.facebook.com/RemarkableResultsPodcast (Follow on Facebook) https://remarkableresults.biz/insider/ (Become an Insider) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/carm (Buy me a coffee) https://remarkableresults.biz/books/ (Important Books) Check out today's partners: This episode is brought to you by AAPEX, the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo. AAPEX represents the $740 billion global automotive aftermarket industry and has everything you need to stay ahead of the curve.  The Virtual AAPEX Experience 2020 is in the record books. Virtual AAPEX lived up to presenting leading-technical and business management training from some of the industry’s best and brightest. Now set your sights on the homecoming in Las Vegas in 2021. Mark your calendar now … November 2-4, 2021, AAPEX // Now more than ever. This episode is brought to you by Shop-Ware Shop Management. It’s time to run your business at its fullest potential with the industry’s leading technology. Shop-Ware Shop Management will increase your efficiency with lightning-fast workflows, help your staff capture more sales every day, and create very happy customers who promote your business. Shops running Shop-Ware have More Time and generate More Profit—join them! Schedule a free live demonstration and find out how 30 minutes can...

Why Can’t Every Shop Owner Be Profitable? [RR 682]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKYGYvXEZjA Carl Hutchinson, Complete Automotive, Springfield, MO has been in the car industry since 1982, but has worked on vehicles long before that time. He has a passion for engineering, for understanding how vehicles operate, and how to repair a customer’s concern. Earlier in his career, Carl started working at a GM Dealership, then went to work at independent repair facilities as a technician and eventually became a service advisor. Carl’s experience in the automotive industry led him to his current position as co-owner with Maureen Hutchinson of Complete Automotive in Springfield MO., where he works every day to provide high-quality, valuable service to all customers. Carl is an Alumni with Ozarks Technical Community College, Springfield MO Campus. He currently sits on the Automotive Advisory Board with Ozark Technical Community College, member of South East Rotary, and a member of the Springfield Midwest Auto Care Alliance chapter. Carl has his Master ASE Certification, L1 and Service Advisor certification and is an AMI Graduate. Listen to Carl's previous episodes https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=%22carl+hutchinson%22 (HERE) Justin Barrett is the owner and operator of Barrett Automotive, Cornelia, GA. He is excited about the future of this industry with autonomous vehicles and the role the independent repair shop will play in that arena, and with the changing landscape how we are going to have to be nimble and adapt to stay relevant. Leadership is something that is extremely challenging to him but rewarding when done right. He had some leadership failures and wins which are adding to his growth in that area. His biggest challenge right now is the same thing that he is working on and that is building a great team. In the last 18 months, he had gone from leading himself and one other to leading 6 and still adding to keep up with growth. Listen to Justin's previous episodes https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=%22justin+barrett%22 (HERE) Key Talking Points Making a tough decision- personnel decisions can be the hardest. Giving too many chances for people to correct flaws- consider, are they unmotivated and unwilling to improve? 1 bad apple turns the whole bushel bad- identifying the bad apple can be a challenge and can lead to more employees leaving. Don’t give ultimatums “Run your business as a business. Don’t run your shop as a shop” What gets in way of making decision? Fear of the unknown: Will I have to work in the shop? Can you replace that employee? Are you better off tolerating than doing without? Rationalize. Right seat right person- are they where they should be? Be in tune with your employees- open and honest, open door policy Hiring/orientation- slow the process down when you are able to, to see if they will fit in your culture, call references, what is their home life like? Always be recruiting even when you have a full staff- offer training at your shop so other technicians can see what your environment is like Leaders don’t make excuses- own your decisions as an owner Rip the bandaid- 3 days of hurt then move on, you’re doing the right thing for the business and for that individual. Listen to your spouse! Connect with the show: http://youtube.com/carmcapriotto (Subscribe on YouTube) https://remarkableresults.biz/episodes (Visit us on the Web) https://www.facebook.com/RemarkableResultsPodcast (Follow on Facebook) https://remarkableresults.biz/insider/ (Become an Insider) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/carm (Buy me a coffee) https://remarkableresults.biz/books/ (Important Books) http://aftermarketradionetwork.com (Aftermarket Radio Network) Check out today's partners: This episode is brought to you by Shop-Ware Shop Management. It’s time to run your business at its fullest potential with the industry’s leading...

Addition by Subtraction: Letting Someone Go [THA 244]

Commitment - A Word Feared by Many - Bob Greenwood's Second Thoughts

Commitment - A Word Feared by Many - Bob Greenwood's Second Thoughts - Bob Greenwood's Second Thoughts

Tiffany Sherado, Lifetime Transmissions, Broken Arrow, OK, AWIA Coordinator. Tiffany's favorite part of working in the auto industry is working with the high schools and tech colleges in developing programs to assist with the tech shortage and networking and sharing knowledge and experiences with other passionate people in the industry. She looks forward to watching the family transmission business and her personal accomplishments flourish. Tiffany's main objective as leader of Amazing Women in Automotive is to support the automotive industry. She is doing this by helping to provide resources and support for women currently in the industry and increase the number of females entering the field and ensuring we retain them. Find Tiffany's previous episodes https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=%22tiffany+scherado%22 (HERE) Maylan Newton from ESI – Educational Seminars Institute is a business coach, trainer and industry speaker. Maylan is no stranger to the podcast having paid it forward many times. He is a much sought our speaker at industry events in the US. Maylan’s purpose is to educate leaders to be a better owner or service writer. Find Maylan’s previous episodes https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=Maylan+Newton (HERE). Key Talking Points How AWIA got started - 2018 US Department of Labor released that 700 thousand male technicians in industry vs 19,000 women. Only 2% were female. Wanted to start recruiting, supporting and retaining women in the industry. Driven by the members, women talking to women,  power in numbers. Weekly 1 hour round table Zoom meetings with either a topic to discuss or support/advice for an issue a  fellow member is dealing with. Females only. What AWIA wants to do/is doing- recruiting women/technicians needs to start young, high school level. Parents need to also know. Change the image the industry has. It’s not a ‘grease monkey’ job anymore. Be apart of the community. It’s a male dominated world and it’s often not female friendly.  Diversity and creative thinking is needed in any business It takes over a year for 40% of women exiting military find a placement at a job. That is experience the automotive industry needs to have. Where are they going? How to get involved with AWIA- amazingwia.com, Facebook page, email Tiffany@AmazingWiA.com to join and receive a link every week for the roundtable discussion 1pm CST Future of AWIA- retreat for women, becoming non-profit  Things to consider- do you have restrooms with a lock for female employees, are they happy with their uniforms? AWIA will be attending ATRA Powertrain Expo in October, Las Vegas, NV https://amazingwia.com/ (Amazing Women in Automotive Website) Connect with the show: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/ (Aftermarket Radio Network) http://youtube.com/carmcapriotto (Subscribe on YouTube) https://remarkableresults.biz/episodes (Visit us on the Web) https://www.facebook.com/RemarkableResultsPodcast (Follow on Facebook) https://remarkableresults.biz/insider/ (Become an Insider) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/carm (Buy me a coffee) https://remarkableresults.biz/books/ (Important Books) Check out today's partners: The NAPA Smart Sign, previously known as Digital Menu Board, gives your shop a professional, state-of-the-art look and feel. It’s a great way to educate and inform your customers about needed repairs and service, plus increase awareness of your current promotions. NAPA AutoCare Center that have installed a Digital Menu Board found one out of five consumers ask for a repair or service they’ve seen on the board. Targeted promotions resulted in double-digit increases. You choose the content from a library of auto care service and repair topics. The latest NAPA national promotions are downloaded to you automatically. And with the Digital Menu Board it’s easy to change your services, prices, and video content anytime you’d like. Talk to your...

Amazing Women in Automotive [RR 681]

Ever wonder what differentiates successful businesses, especially in the automotive aftermarket? Do you have a strong interest in great leadership, business strategies, and the desire to uncover just how successful business people achieved or executed their success? Remarkable Results Podcast is for you. The podcast will interview successful automotive aftermarket professional service entrepreneurs and hear about their business success story. The show will also interview leaders from distribution and manufacturing. Listen to Learn, each week, and strive to take just one thing away with you … One thing that sparked an idea or action within you, that you can implement or pass on. The stories you’ll hear from our guests will show that Remarkable Results comes in many forms and fashions, some instant and many more disguised as daily challenges that were overcome.

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