Jay Goninen

Beyond the Wrench

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How can automotive and diesel shops run a better business and be more profitable? How can we make the aftermarket and dealerships more attractive to younger generations? Each week, Jay Goninen, Co-Founder & President of WrenchWay, will sit down with shop owners, technicians, instructors, and professionals in the automotive and diesel industries to have them share their stories and insights. We’ll dive deep into what’s going on in shops and dealerships and what we can do to help drive the industry forward. The Beyond the Wrench Podcast is powered by WrenchWay.

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Jay Goninen

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The Evolution of Automotive Service ft. Joel Milne, RepairSmith 12.01.2022 52:40

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are looking into the future of the automotive industry. We are joined by Joel Milne, Chief Executive Officer, RepairSmith to discuss what we can expect from the automotive industry, how we can ex...

The Power of Social Media ft. Dan Beakey, Colonial South Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram 05.01.2022 56:18

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Dan Beakey, Service Manager, Colonial South Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram to discuss how you can use social media to show what makes your shop different. We discuss the importance of iden...

WrenchWay 2021 Recap ft. Mark Wilson, WrenchWay 29.12.2021 43:09

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Mark Wilson, Co-Founder & CEO, WrenchWay, to recap what WrenchWay has learned and accomplished in 2021. In 2021, we’ve had a lot of success with Top Shops, Reverse Job Posts, Sc...

Getting Technical: Diagnostics with Tanner Brandt & Matt Fanslow 22.12.2021 1:14:32

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Tanner Brandt, President, Autodiag Clinic and Technical Trainer for Worldpac Training Institute and Matt Fanslow, Diagnostic Technician/Shop Manager, Riverside Automotive. We’re div...

Communication & Employee Retention ft. Brian Hebert, Toyota North America 15.12.2021 56:34

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Brian Hebert, Technical Service and Training Manager, Toyota North America. We discuss how having effective communication can lead to higher employee retention. Brain shares his ins...

Implementing a Successful Onboarding Program ft. Seth Thorson, Eurotech Automotive Repair 08.12.2021 57:13

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Seth Thorson, President, Eurotech Automotive Repair to learn how to build a successful onboarding program. Most shops have an onboarding program in place, but aren't always doi...

Why One Technician Changed Shops ft. Zach Espinosa, Automotive Technician 01.12.2021 54:33

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Zach Espinosa, Automotive Technician, Honda. We are discussing the main reason Zach left his former shop, the opportunities presented to him by his new employer, the different pay s...

Creative Ways Shops Can Engage Students, ft. Christen Battaglia, WrenchWay 24.11.2021 52:14

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Christen Battaglia, Director of Strategic Partnerships, WrenchWay to discuss creative ways to engage students. We are talking about how to stand out to students in the industry, how...

Keeping New Generations in the Industry ft. Rachel James, Northwestern Mutual 17.11.2021 56:56

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Rachel James, Financial Advisor, Northwestern Mutual. We are discussing everything it takes to become a great shop. We are covering topics including generational gaps in the industr...

Two Technicians, Two Different Industry Experiences ft. Kevin Bednarek and Ryan Windfeldt 10.11.2021 56:50

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are sitting down with Kevin Bednarek and Ryan Windfeldt to learn more about their (very different) industry experiences. Ryan is still in the automotive industry today working for a great shop, w...

Everything You Need to Know Before TechMission 2021 ft. Sara Kerwin, WrenchWay 03.11.2021 16:54

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench we are joined by Sara Kerwin, Director of Marketing , WrenchWay to discuss everything you need to know before TechMission 2021. We cover how TechMission started, the purpose of TechMission, topics of...

Using Augmented & Virtual Reality to Appeal to Younger Generations ft. Michael Carbenia, zSpace 27.10.2021 51:46

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week's episode of Beyond the Wrench we are joined by Michael Carbenia, Sr. Executive Director of Workforce, zSpace. Michael shares with us details about what zSpace is doing, how the industry is changing, how shops can take advant...

How Technicians Can Develop Strong Habits ft. Darin Damron, Jasper Engines & Transmissions 20.10.2021 1:04:06

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Darin Damron, SE Regional Vice President, Jasper Engines & Transmissions. Darin gives us great motivational insight on how to develop strong habits, stay consistent with your ha...

Building a Strong Process as a Shop Owner ft. Robert Blaes, Stang Auto Tech 13.10.2021 53:41

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Robert Blaes, Owner, Stang Auto Tech. Robert shares with us how shops can find their mission and implement new ideas. We also discuss the importance of hiring the right person, buil...

The Relationship Between Parts and Service ft. Kaylee Felio, Parts Edge 06.10.2021 56:16

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we sit down with Kaylee Felio, Sales and Marketing Manager, Parts Edge to discuss the relationship between parts and service. We talk about what technicians need to understand about parts managers,...

Shop Management and Recruitment ft. Robert Auer, UPS 29.09.2021 51:03

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the wrench, we are joined by Robert Auer, Fleet Manager, UPS. Robert gives us great insight as we cover many topics including: How to build stability in a shop, employee retention, managing different personalit...

Is Your Shop a Great Place to Work? ft. Kate Beirowski, WrenchWay 22.09.2021 41:37

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Kate Beirowski, Director of Sales, WrenchWay. We dive into how to tell if your shop is a great place to work. We discuss the importance of culture in a shop, what makes a shop stand...

Is Your Shop Female-Friendly? ft. Jody DeVere, AskPatty.com 15.09.2021 54:59

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Jody DeVere, CEO, AskPatty.com to discuss how to know if your shop is female-friendly, normalizing how men and women work together in a shop, and tips to become a female-friendly sh...

The Future of Diagnostics ft. Josh Carton, Curien 08.09.2021 58:20

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench we are joined by Josh Carton, Managing Director and Founder, Curien to discuss the future of diagnostics, how it is affecting technicians, what Curien is doing to help, and much more! About Our Host:...

The Future of the Automotive Industry ft. Scott Brown, Diagnostic Network 01.09.2021 1:00:20

Like the Beyond the Wrench podcast? Be sure to follow & rate us — whether on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench we are joined by Scott Brown, Industry Ambassador at Diagnostic Network to discuss what the future holds for the automotive industry. We discuss the importance of ADAS, the functionality of new tools...

How Shops and Schools Can Guide Kids Into The Automotive Industry ft. Dan Klecker and Margaret Ragan 25.08.2021 55:28

Follow & rate the Beyond the Wrench Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench we are joined by Dan Klecker and Margaret Ragan to discuss how shops and schools can work together to get more students involved in the automotive industry, youth apprenticeship programs, and much more! About Our Host: Jay Goninen Co-Fou...

Challenges Future Technicians are Facing and How Shops Can Help ft. Cindy Barlow, WyoTech 18.08.2021 1:00:10

Follow & rate the Beyond the Wrench Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts! In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench we are joined by Cindy Barlow, Director of Internal Relation at WyoTech to discuss challenges students are experiencing, the importance of professionalism, how shops can help new techs and much more! About Our Host: Jay Goninen Co-Found...

ASE Renewal App ft. Kevin Lekas, ASE 11.08.2021 51:42

Follow & rate the Beyond the Wrench Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts! Do you struggle with test anxiety? Don’t worry — ASE’s Renewal App is making it easier for technicians to stay up-to-date on their training. On this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Kevin Lekas, Project Manager, Special Testing Programs at ASE to explain anyth...

How to Improve and Attract Young Technicians to the Automotive Industry ft. Laura Lyons, ATech Training 04.08.2021 47:55

Follow & rate the Beyond the Wrench Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts! Forty-two percent of technicians leave the industry within the first two years (ASE). We need to ask ourselves, why is this percentage so high? What is causing new technicians to leave the industry and find a new career path? In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are jo...

How Employee Recognition Can Make or Break Your Shop ft. Anna Straus, Sparck 27.07.2021 48:39

Follow & rate the Beyond the Wrench Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts! Does your shop recognize employees for their work? According to a recent WrenchWay Insiders polls, 78% of shops are failing to recognize employees. Employee recognition sounds like it is easy to manage. When in reality, most shops recognition strategies aren’t effective. Simply re...