{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Changing The Industry Podcast","title":"Episode 287 - Overcoming Rust Belt Challenges With Colin Thielman","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/65d30189\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3208,"description":"In this episode, Lucas Underwood and David Roman are joined by Colin Thielman, owner of Thielman's Auto Repair in Pemberton, New Jersey. Colin shares his journey from running a busy home-based garage to opening a dedicated shop, emphasizing the steep learning curve and the importance of building out documentation and management systems. The conversation also covers adapting to new automotive technologies and the need for continuous training, as well as the crucial role of detailed financial tracking in scaling a business.\n00:00 Facing tough feedback and growth\n03:43 Managing workflow and staying busy\n09:25 Checking vehicle calibration needs\n12:39 Discussing insurance coverage options\n13:55 Insurance issues with car lifts\n19:14 Adjusting labor rates\n21:11 Analyzing car sales and costs\n24:42 Prius ABS module recall\n27:04 Discussing client concerns and liabilities\n29:23 Diagnosing car start issues\n35:31 Planning for retirement\n36:49 Discussing a faulty Chevy Avalanche\n39:47 Documenting vehicle condition with photos\n42:39 Hershey management training advice\n45:24 Training a New Employee\n51:10 Getting into diesel truck repair\n51:43 Balancing finances for survival","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}