{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Shop Talk Her Way","title":"Should Your Shop Be Open 7 Days a Week? | Ep 26","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/589c2280\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1600,"description":"In this episode, JeanAnn SaintGrace explores alternative scheduling strategies for independent auto repair shops, explaining that there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Whether it's a four-day workweek, staggered shifts, or seven-day coverage, she encourages shop owners to build a schedule that aligns with their customers, employees, and personal goals. JeanAnn also discusses labor costs, weekend staffing, customer expectations, and how thoughtful scheduling can improve both profitability and quality of life.\n\nTimestamps:\n00:00 No Rules Mindset\n 00:50 Scheduling Debate Setup\n 02:02 Why Customers Will Adapt\n 04:07 Four-Day Workweek Options\n 05:44 Seven-Day Coverage Strategies\n 07:18 Ignoring the Naysayers\n 09:24 Understanding Fixed Cost Math\n 11:03 The Saturday Secret Menu\n 15:11 Lifestyle, Culture, and Team Balance\n 19:22 Research, Hiring, and Planning\n 23:33 ShopFix Coaching Introduction\n 26:13 Final Sendoff","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/q_dcYl97XvsFQ6bcQkBJdL9zSZnZZSQltmWpYle-pkY/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85ODA4/MDdmN2IxZjNkYzJi/MmZkNmE0Y2NlZjg4/N2Y1NS5KUEc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}