Flat Rate Tech Podcast

This episode I talk about a email that I received from an apprentice tech.   He has done everything the boss wanted and was told he would be sent to school but instead they hired someone else and sent them to school! WTF!!! I talk about some of the reasons why this happens. The real reasons why this happens. Not only because of shitty management but Techs that are in a way not good enough to progr...

Today I talk about how managers shouldn't hire the traveling hack. Do your research.   I also talk about how shops need to invest in the new technicians. Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK654G57 Follow the Facebook page Follow the instagram page-- Flatratetech_podcast Check out the website  Flatratetechpodcast.weebly.com FlatRateTechPodcast@gmail.com Don't Forget To...

I received many emails about this topic MOTIVATION. Techs in shops with poor work ethic, complaining about work, the shop, the management, and so on.   I decided to release this episode early cause I felt like it needed to be released due to the amount of emails and I do what I want. This is just my opinion! LISTEN TO THE WHOLE EPISODE. JOIN The Patreon Page  patreon.com/FlatRateTechpodcast Suppor...

Today I talk to a Nissan tech, we talk about how electronic dispatching sucks, how used car techs never have to do their comebacks, the difference in workload between a dealership and independent shop, training, tools, rc cars and whatever else we talk about while pounding beers. Join the Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/FlatRateTechpodcast Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK6...

Today I go over an email that I got a while back from a student at a technical school. Allegedly The teachers are telling them "Take whatever job you can get" AND MORE! I answer some questions like What to ask during an interview, How to stay organized, earning a Livable wage, AND How to deal with stress at work. I will do a whole episode on how to deal with stress at work one day. Join...

I talk to a Porsche tech! We talk about what its like working at a Porsche dealership, Warranty times, ASE certs, EV'S, The difference between working at Honda, Toyota, Ford and Porsche, Staying at the same shop for too long, AND How much do Porsche 911 Brakes cost! INSANE BAGS!!!! And More! If you got a story you want to share on the podcast hit me up at flatratetechpodcast@gmail.com Join th...

Today I talk about the Technician shortage again.  How managers can actually fix it and how 30% of the techs in every shop are ready to quit at any moment. I have some new equipment coming soon for the podcast.  I have some ideas for next year that are going to be Fun, Funny And interesting.  Thanks For listening and thanks for your support! Tech Join the Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/FlatRateT...

I talk about how they give your upsells. How they make us do MPI inspections, videos, and when they sell the work they give it away to someone else. I also talk briefly about Tech pay, and bring your lunch.  Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK654G57 Follow the Facebook page Follow the instagram page-- Flatratetech_podcast Check out the website  Flatratetechpodcast.weebly.com F...

Today I talk about different managers and Techs. I also tell a couple stories. And I give the reason that I believe why Techs Have left and are leaving your shop and the industry. The reason why most good Techs are overlooked while others thrive. In MY opinion.  Join the Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/FlatRateTechpodcast Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK654G57 Follow the F...

Today I try to go over a topic suggestion about New Techs Coming into the industry. Then I ramble on about whatever like usual. I also talk about how there are many podcasts out there that talk about the industry and how they ALL need to be shared throughout the industry and listened to. SPREAD THE WORD! Join the Patreon https://www.patreon.com/FlatRateTechpodcast Support the show THE BOOK https:/...

I talk about a Technician that became a Doctor. New years resolutions, And whatever else i talked about. https://www.patreon.com/FlatRateTechpodcast Join the Patreon page for MORE episodes, deleted episodes, My journey as a Tech series and MORE! Thanks for listening, Tech Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK654G57 Follow the Facebook page Follow the instagram page-- Flatratetec...

On this episode I talk with the Co Host of the Certified Wrench Podcast. We talk about what it's like being a Field Service Technician, Owning your own business and more! Check out BlackFlagServices on Instagram And check Out The Certified Wrench Podcast available everywhere podcasts are played.  Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK654G57 Follow the Facebook page Follow th...

I talk about how important training for a Technician is and how you should take advantage of your shop sending you. Thanks for listening, Tech https://www.patreon.com/FlatRateTechpodcast Join the Patreon NOW!  More episodes! Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK654G57 Follow the Facebook page Follow the instagram page-- Flatratetech_podcast Check out the website  Flatratetechpod...

Some may think the corporate life sounds good but in reality it's  boring, dull, repetitive, same ol same ol $hit.  Today I talk with a Tech that left the corporate office and became a Technician at 50 years old! This episode is very interesting to me a former corporate person that was really high up in a really great company retired and decided to do what he wanted to do Be free from the BS...

Someone emailed and asked and here ya go.  PSA Not all shops are like this there are good ones out there that you can successfully make a great career with and move up make bags and run the show and make the changes that are actually needed.  But hey.  Flat Rate Tech Podcast | creating A podcast for Mechanics and the automotive service indu | Patreon Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.co...

I go over a couple emails I recently had from listeners that wanted to share experiences they had.  I talk about them.  Don't be a Hack Nobody reads this Join the Patreon page click this link and sign up https://www.patreon.com/FlatRateTechpodcast Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK654G57 Follow the Facebook page Follow the instagram page-- Flatratetech_podcast Check out...

I combine some of the latest emails together and come up with another episode of the reality of being a Technician.  https://www.patreon.com/FlatRateTechpodcast Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK654G57 Follow the Facebook page Follow the instagram page-- Flatratetech_podcast Check out the website  Flatratetechpodcast.weebly.com FlatRateTechPodcast@gmail.com Don't Forget...

I asked for 100 reviews on Spotify and you delivered.  Here is a patreon only episode. Many more rants available on the patreon page! Thanks, Tech https://www.patreon.com/FlatRateTechpodcast Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK654G57 Follow the Facebook page Follow the instagram page-- Flatratetech_podcast Check out the website  Flatratetechpodcast.weebly.com FlatRateTechPodcas...

I attempt to talk about how a lube shop should be ran. And how new Technicians should have a plan to succeed. But it goes sideways as usual.   www.patreon.com/flatratetechpodcast Join now! Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK654G57 Follow the Facebook page Follow the instagram page-- Flatratetech_podcast Check out the website  Flatratetechpodcast.weebly.com FlatRateTechPodcast@...

I talk about a email I got from a listener that made the move. Do you feel like nobody gives a crap? Blacklisted? Maybe you're better than the shop you currently work at. Maybe you need to find a shop, a TEAM that cares as much as you do.  Maybe you need to reach into your jean shorts and join the Patreon page and/or buy some merch Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK654G5...

Today I talk about how much new cars cost. I also talk about how techs do side work and how managers hate it. I talk about mental health a little bit. And most important I talk about how you should join the Patreon page and buy some MERCH cause thats what's important right now.  Thanks for listening, Tech Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK654G57 Follow the Facebook page...

Today I talk about an email I got from a listener about having a new manager just about every year. How every thing changes all the time and why.   And I ramble.  Been sick so it is what it is.   Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK654G57 Follow the Facebook page Follow the instagram page-- Flatratetech_podcast Check out the website  Flatratetechpodcast.weebly.com FlatRateTechP...

Email me and tell me what you're going through at your shop. This is how these episodes come together. I like doing these because it shows that we all go through the same crap.  email FlatRateTechPodcast@gmail.com  Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK654G57 Follow the Facebook page Follow the instagram page-- Flatratetech_podcast Check out the website  Flatratetechpodcast....

Today I talk about how managers out there that listen to the podcast and have made changes to there shops for the better should if they want to email me their job ads so I can read them on the podcast and advertise for them. I also talk about my idea on how we can draw in new people to the industry.  email flatratetechpodcast@gmail.com  Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK654G5...

ALWAYS HAVE A BACKUP PLAN.  Support the show THE BOOK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK654G57 Follow the Facebook page Follow the instagram page-- Flatratetech_podcast Check out the website  Flatratetechpodcast.weebly.com FlatRateTechPodcast@gmail.com Don't Forget To Rate And Review! Thanks For Listening, and Thanks for your support! Tech