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The Jaded Mechanic Podcast
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Episode 37
Season 1
The Jaded Mechanic Chats With Check Engine Chuck: Part I
In this episode, Chuck discusses his experience in the automotive repair industry, from his early days as an apprentice to running his own mobile business. He reflects on the lack of formal training and how he relied on self-teaching and hands-on experience to become a skilled technician. Chuck also shares his journey of opening a shop, the challenges he faced, and ultimately why he decided to close it. He emphasizes the importance of caring for customers and the impact that has on a business's reputation. The episode concludes with a discussion on the evolution of his approach to social media and how he uses it to share his mistakes and help others learn from them.
Chapters
- - Introduction and Personal Philosophy
- - Listening to a Previous Podcast Episode
- - Discussing Industry Peers and Lack of Formal Training
- - Self-Learning and Recognizing Industry Experts
- - Reflecting on Past Work and Learning Experiences
- - Challenges with a Mercedes EIS Project
- - Early Automotive Interests and First Car Experience
- - First Professional Job and Learning on the Job
- - Moving Jobs and Learning the Basics
- - Working at a Ford Dealer and Learning from Peers
- - Transitioning to a Used Car Department
- - The Journey to Opening a Shop
- - Experiences at a Shady Repair Shop
- - Managing a Repair Shop and Building Reputation
- - Moving to a Body Shop and Financial Growth
- - Challenges with a Bipolar Boss and Starting a Mobile Business
- - The Beginnings of the Mobile Mechanic Business
- - Building a Customer Base and Transitioning to Shop Work
- - The Decision to Close the Shop and Focus on Mobile Work
- - Hiring and Managing Employees for the Mobile Business
- - The Impact of Social Media on Business
- - Customer Interactions and Misconceptions
- - The Importance of Caring in the Automotive Industry
- - No Regrets About Closing the Shop
- - Adjusting Business Practices and Charging for Services
- - Authenticity in Social Media Content
- - Responding to Off-Topic Questions and Comments
- - Customer Conditioning and Expectations
- - The Challenge of Staffing in the Automotive Industry
- - The Need for Higher Labor Rates in the Industry