Harmonic Motion Automotive Business Podcast

In this episode of The Harmonic Motion Podcast, James Dillon interviews Alex Lindley, who shares his experiences in the automotive industry. They discuss various topics such as the challenges and successes of Lindley Auto Centre, the importance of analysing data and finances, the transition to Garage Hive as a management system, and the significance of effective communication and pricing strategie...

In this episode, James is delighted to be able to chat with Andy Savva - The Garage Inspector. Andy shares his wide ranging and extensive experience of running a garage business and his mission in helping other garage businesses be the best that they can be. Where ever you are on your business journey, from an aspiring owner/technician thinking about your first business aspirations, or a grizzled...

James and Jennifer discuss a wide range of subjects relating to people, training, team building and things related to automotive garage business. We discuss the technician crisis, high performance and it's causes, people as individuals and as part of work teams, training and the reasons why and why not and how to succeed in managing people. Jennifer Webb, owner of HR Vitals, and full time consulta...

In this episode of the Harmonic Motion Podcast, James Dillon is discussing the garage business with multi- award winning garage owner Mick Shaikly . James and Mick discuss the origins of the Shaikly Motor Group which has its base near Colchester, in the UK.     Mick's expertise in running a great garage business is supported by him winning large and multi-site garage categories last year. Topping...

In this episode of the Harmonic Motion podcast, James Dillon is discussing the Top Garage competition with current judges Ian Gilgrass and Glenn Cutter.   Listen as they provide invaluable tips for garage owners on entering and being successful in the competition as well as advice surrounding training, marketing, succession, and business skills.   Top Garage launched, is designed to highlight the...

In this episode, James Dillon talks about garage business matters with garage owner Jay Wheatley. Jay took over an established garage business, changed it's emphasis from generalist to specialist, grew it and then sold it. Jay shares the trials, tribulations and learning from his journey in an open and frank discussion with James. If you're a garage owner, and you have either pains or plans, this...

James Dillon is joined by guest speakers Tom Denton and Andy Crook in this episode of the Harmonic Motion podcast.   They are discussing the importance of apprenticeships in the automotive aftermarket industry, the challenges in attracting young people to the field and the benefits of having an apprentice in a business. Tom Denton has been researching and writing best-selling automotive textbooks...

In this episode of the Harmonic Motion Podcast, James Dillon is joined by Top Technician judges Ian Gilgrass and Glenn Cutter. Listen as James, Ian and Glenn talk about the benefits of entering the Top Tech and the Top Garage competitions. Ian Gilgrass has been active in the Top Technician competition for nearly 20 years. His aim is to improve the automotive industry through training and upskillin...

Welcome to the Harmonic Motion Podcast, the place where automotive aftermarket professionals come together to discuss the important topics in the industry. Join diagnostic expert and your host, James Dillon, as he delves into technology, people, processes, business, stories and issues with an exciting array of guests.   Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion Y...