Confessions of a Shop Owner

In this episode, the goal was to get David fired up. Mission accomplished. We talk free diagnosis, the value of technicians vs service advisors, and whether AI could ever truly replace a skilled shop foreman or technician. Oh yeah, and I'm trying the Summer Ozempics. 

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Timestamps

00:00 Who Has The Best Podcast Logo?

05:36 "Streamline Shop Management with Tekmetric"

11:26 Olympic Athletes' Ozempic Struggle

17:11 Unexpected Mid-Flight Illness

29:40 David's Weight Journey

35:07 "Faulty Fuel Pump Repair Fiasco"

42:30 Separate Billing for Brandon's Expertise

48:11 "Diagnostic Strategies and Methods"

53:54 Rethinking Management Roles

58:05 Women's Bathroom Mess Challenges

01:00:09 Bathroom Door Mishap Explained

01:07:38 Event Space and Scheduling Challenges

01:12:11 Collision Industry Insights & Challenges

01:17:43 Struggle with Letting Go

Show Notes

In this episode, the goal was to get David fired up. Mission accomplished. We talk free diagnosis, the value of technicians vs service advisors, and whether AI could ever truly replace a skilled shop foreman or technician. Oh yeah, and I'm trying the Summer Ozempics. 

This show would not be possible without the support of our amazing sponsors. If you enjoy the show, consider supporting them and let them know you heard about them on Confessions of a Shop Owner! Touch the sponsor's name below for more.

Tekmetric 

Turnkey Marketing

Elite Worldwide

Timestamps

00:00 Who Has The Best Podcast Logo?

05:36 "Streamline Shop Management with Tekmetric"

11:26 Olympic Athletes' Ozempic Struggle

17:11 Unexpected Mid-Flight Illness

29:40 David's Weight Journey

35:07 "Faulty Fuel Pump Repair Fiasco"

42:30 Separate Billing for Brandon's Expertise

48:11 "Diagnostic Strategies and Methods"

53:54 Rethinking Management Roles

58:05 Women's Bathroom Mess Challenges

01:00:09 Bathroom Door Mishap Explained

01:07:38 Event Space and Scheduling Challenges

01:12:11 Collision Industry Insights & Challenges

01:17:43 Struggle with Letting Go

What is Confessions of a Shop Owner?

Confessions of a Shop Owner is hosted by Mike Allen, a third-generation shop owner, perpetual pot-stirrer, and brutally honest opinion sharer.  In this weekly podcast, Mike shares his missteps so you don’t have to repeat them. Along the way, he chats with other industry personalities who’ve messed up, too, pulling back the curtain on the realities of running an independent auto repair shop. But this podcast isn’t just about Mike’s journey. It’s about confronting the divisive and questionable tactics many shop owners and managers use. Mike is here to stir the pot and address the painful truths while offering a way forward. Together, we’ll tackle the frustrations, shake things up, and help create a better future for the auto repair industry.