Gearbox Podcast

Lalo Castro and Jimmy discuss their experiences running a business and even firing customers. They reflect on the difficulties of starting out and attracting clients and the challenges that come with transitioning from the previous owner's habits to their own. Topics Discussed: 00:03:30 Selective clientele brings success. 00:06:49 Standard operating procedures are crucial. 00:11:02 Diagnosing car...

In this episode, Jimmy Purdy sits down with the Service Manager of Shift'n Gears Transmission & Auto Repair, Leigh-Ann Tower . Their conversation dives into the service advisor role in an automotive shop. They also discuss the challenges of communicating with clients and providing detailed explanations of recommended services. They also touch on how gender can impact these interactions and the...

Jimmy sits down with Tyler Henry, a service advisor with BMW and the co-founder of the National Motor Fest, an event that features all kinds of vehicles, from classic to military specialty vehicles. Topics discussed: Finding a Dana 44 in Johnson Valley. (3:50) I don't care if it's your mother, your brother, your uncle, your neighbor, somebody should be at the location. (6:48) It’s always your own...

In this episode, Michael Wright shares his experience in the automotive industry and how he started as a driver to reach where he is today. He shares how he's able to stay on top of the parts game as well as the keys to building strong relationships to ensure you get the right parts when you need them. 00:04:12 Know what you sell. 00:09:16 Stop and think before buying. 00:10:07 Support local techn...

Kyle Hogue shares his experience growing up in the lowrider scene, eventually transitioning from UTI to running his own fabrication shop. He reveals the obstacles of running a shop, making money from custom fabrications, and his memories of landing on well-known TV shows. 00:05:41 Work hard to succeed. 00:05:55 Take risks and believe in yourself. 00:11:57 Take risks and trust yourself. 21:12 Stay...

In this episode, Jimmy Purdyt is joined by Lalo Castro of Paso Robles Auto Repair. They reflect on whether they would become business owners again and share their unique path to shop ownership.  They also discuss their former shop and the changes they've had to make once they became business owners. 00:05:35 Ease transition with legal contracts. 00:07:31 Takeover existing business for success. 00:...