{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Jaded Mechanic Podcast","title":"Why Training and Networking Matter in Auto Repair | Bret Fadely","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/ce563dc8\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":4482,"description":"In this episode, Jeff Compton is joined by Brett T. Fadley to discuss the upcoming TOOLS training event in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Brett shares how TOOLS got started and how far it's come, but then gets into the challenges the auto repair industry has today. To get where the industry needs to be, events like TOOLS are critical.\nSign up for TOOLS here!\n00:00 Understanding Financial Struggles of Shop Owners\n05:46 In-Person Networking's Hidden Value\n12:37 Business Challenges and Implementing Processes\n19:56 Improving Shop Efficiency Discussions\n23:38 Rust Advisory for Ontario Car Sales\n29:48 Mechanics' Career Transition Paths\n34:50 Car Repair Recommendations Debate\n39:44 Changing Industry Perceptions Needed\n47:55 Exit Scheduling Success in Auto Services\n51:37 \"Networking: Reducing the 'Suck' Factor\"\n54:46 Grateful for Career Purpose\n59:28 Engine Installation Decisions in Shops\n01:08:17 Limited Podcast Space Allocation\n01:12:26 Summer Event Invitation","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Sk2Cxg758d7EdB1ogJfG9vxVkVeo1MgDWAiF0B9gSYw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQxMjAxLzE2ODI4/OTE3NjctYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}