{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Changing The Industry Podcast","title":"Episode 125 - Streamlining Operations with Intelligent Scheduling with Steven Fafel of AutoOps","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":5258,"description":"Steven Fafel, the co-founder of Auto Ops, joins Lucas and David. They discuss the challenges of scheduling in the auto repair industry, ethical considerations around customer data, and dealing with demanding customers.[00:02:19] Founder moved to Coreyville, Pennsylvania.[00:05:20] Companies have different values; Carolyn understands us.[00:14:53] Popeyes, Burger King are owned by the same company. CEOs invested personal money to revive Burger King. Mindset change is critical to success.[00:18:03] Changing industries, leaving a lasting impact.[00:23:20] Scammers targeting shops' clients, charging extra money.[00:32:02] Closing shop, debt, revenge on customers.[00:37:08] Assault on employees, fraud, disrespect, workload, unwanted customers.[00:43:08] Late arrival disrupts schedule; customer demands special treatment.[00:47:25] Firestone's open seven days a week, teaching customers not to wait. [00:52:30] Treating everyone equally and communicating effectively.[01:02:09] Retention with introverts: service and scheduling.[01:05:45] Optimize technician schedules, and manage repair orders efficiently.[01:11:18] Zapier integration causing frustrations in workflow.[01:16:27] Online scheduling company focuses on customer engagement.[01:22:04] Informative trade show, connects with industry leaders.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/TmFutVBA2CXrbhzBSzhfJLpfqgewMMYGUnLcyfdNyvc/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzM3ODY2LzE2NzQw/ODM5MjItYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}