Keep The Change

Hey Keep The Changers, today’s episode might just change the way you look at leadership and culture forever. I’ve been in the automotive business for over 40 years (yeah, I know… you can do the math), and one thing I’ve realized after all that time is this: the word “culture” never shows up in conversations inside low-performing stores. They talk profit. They talk process. But they rarely talk peo...

What if the hardest parts of your story were actually the very things that could change lives? In this episode of Keep the Change , I sit down with Westley Morris , and let me tell you, this conversation hit me straight in the gut in the best way possible. Westley’s story is raw, it’s real, and it’s packed with the kind of wisdom you can only earn the hard way. We talk about: How to rebuild trust...

What if being introverted wasn’t a weakness to “fix,” but a strength to lead with? In this episode, my guest is Antoinette Griffin , a leadership coach, trainer, and faculty member with Maxwell Leadership who specializes in communication and human behavior. You’ve probably seen her on some of the biggest Maxwell stages, but what makes her story powerful is that she started out terrified of public...

What if the difference between where you are and where you want to be comes down to one word— discipline ? In this episode I sit down with my good friend Dr. Patrick Davitt, a John Maxwell certified coach, professor, author, ultra-endurance athlete, and all-around powerhouse in body, mind, and spirit. His story isn’t just impressive—it’s a living example of what happens when you align discipline w...

In this episode my guest is Brian Kramer , Executive Vice President at Cars Commerce and General Manager of AccuTrade. Brian’s career has taken him from washing cars as a porter to leading one of the most innovative companies in the automotive space. Along the way, he’s learned what it really takes to transform dealership culture, build trust inside an organization, and lead teams through the mess...

What do you do when you feel like the odds are stacked against you? In this episode , I sit down with my good friend and powerhouse leader, Deb Ingino, faculty member of Maxwell Leadership and CEO of Strength Leader . From growing up as the oldest of seven kids in a two-bedroom Bronx apartment to becoming a senior executive leading global operations in over 80 countries, Deb’s leadership journey i...

Some leaders talk about culture like it’s a “nice to have.” John Griffin will tell you, it’s the make-or-break factor for every organization. In this episode, I sit down with John Griffin, Vice President of Global Programs at Maxwell Leadership, a man who’s walked through deep personal trials, learned the power of forgiveness, and now helps leaders and companies all over the world build cultures t...

In this episode, it’s just me with you again and we’re diving deep into one of John Maxwell’s most powerful leadership principles: the Law of Addition. It’s the idea that real leaders add value to others by serving them. We’ll look at what that means in everyday leadership, whether you’re running a dealership, managing a restaurant, or leading a small business. You’ll hear why “being the boss” doe...

In this solo episode of Keep The Change , I’m diving into something I didn’t plan... but was prompted by that good ol’ still small voice. You know the one. The voice that whispers, “Do this,” and you want to say, “Darn it,” because you know it’s going to stretch you. That voice led me back to one of the most powerful resources in my leadership journey: John Maxwell’s 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leaders...

In this episode of Keep the Change , I get the absolute honor of sitting down with one of the most impactful mentors of my life— Paul Martinelli . Now, when I say Paul has built empires... I mean it. From a high school dropout sleeping in a karate dojo, to launching eight multi-million dollar businesses and co-founding the John Maxwell Team, Paul’s journey is proof that your past doesn’t get to de...

In this episode of Keep The Change , I sit down with someone who’s not just a mentor, not just a friend—but the man who shaped my entire view on leadership, business, and what it truly means to love people through your work: Euse Mita . Euse isn’t just leading companies—he’s creating movements. With five businesses, five kids, and seventeen grandkids, he’s still running circles around most of us—a...

In this episode, my guest is Adam Holbrook from Maxwell Leadership —an entrepreneur who built and sold two companies, and someone who knows firsthand what it means to lead others after learning how to lead himself. We talk about the side of leadership that doesn’t show up on spreadsheets—like what to do when you’re working 90 hours a week, miserable, and pretending everything's fine. Adam sha...

In this episode, my guest is Matt Lewis from Lewis Automotive, and we’re picking up where we left off. This is Part Two of our conversation, where we dive deeper into how Matt’s leadership philosophy drives real results, but we also open up about the hurdles, the growing pains, and the mindset shifts that come with scaling a family business.  Matt doesn’t sugarcoat it—he talks about what worked, w...

Have you ever wondered what it really takes to build a family business that thrives for four generations? Not just survives— thrives . In this episode, I sit down with my friend Matt Lewis from Lewis Automotive, and let me tell you… this isn’t your typical leadership chat. We sit down for part one of a conversation that’s real, practical, and packed with lessons about leadership, family business,...

In this episode, my guest is Larry Feldman, a 30-year auto industry powerhouse who's done it all—from award-winning Cadillac sales to dealership ownership and now, transforming lives through recruiting and leadership training. If you’ve ever wondered what separates a manager from a leader… or how to spot the real difference between someone who talks a big game and someone who actually shows u...

In this episode, my guest is Anthony Alagona —founder of By Appointment Only , and a guy who's built a powerhouse BDC business without even having a website. We talk about what it actually takes to build something from scratch when the odds are stacked against you. From sleeping in a car to being booked out for a full year, Anthony walks us through the hard lessons that helped shape his appro...

In this episode, my guest is Chris Robinson, Executive Vice President at Maxwell Leadership — and one of the most purpose-driven leaders I know. We talk about something that doesn’t get talked about enough: what happens when you’re doing “well enough,” but deep down you know you’ve stopped growing. Chris shares the real story behind his new book From Drift to Drive, and we break down the seven ste...

In this episode, my guest is Brian Kramer, Executive VP at Cars Commerce and GM of AccuTrade. Brian’s got one of the sharpest minds in the business, and we cover a lot of ground in this conversation—from used car profitability to leadership habits that actually move the needle in today’s stores. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by too many tools, too many meetings, or just the general whirlwind of...

In this episode, my guest is John Roberts, General Manager of Roberts Motors in Alton, Illinois. John’s family has been in the car business for over 70 years, and he’s got a perspective that’s not just shaped by longevity—but by deep transformation. We talk about what it really means to lead people, not just manage them. John shares how he went from being a shy porter who avoided conversation to r...

Before we dive in, a heartfelt tribute... At the request of my guest Chris Saraceno, I want to take a moment to honor someone who’s had a deep and lasting impact on both of our lives — Frank Marr .  Frank has been a mentor, a friend, and a guiding voice for decades at the Kelly Automotive Group. His wisdom, loyalty, and unwavering support have helped shape who we are as leaders and as people. Whil...

Ever wonder why some leaders transform entire teams while others just manage to keep the lights on? In today’s solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on a strategy that’s not just another leadership theory – it’s the secret sauce to turning average managers into powerhouse leaders. And it all starts with one question: Are you a Level 4 Leader? You’ve heard me talk about John Maxwell’s 5 Levels...

What if I told you that there’s a Toyota dealer in the Midwest pulling $4K in front-end gross per unit… without ever charging over MSRP? Yeah, read that again. In this episode, I sit down with my good friend and industry powerhouse, Mike Luner—a guy I’ve known and respected for over 30 years. Mike isn’t just running a dealership. He’s building a culture where process, profit, and people all win. W...

What if I told you… sales isn’t just something you do — it’s who you become? In this solo episode, I’m opening up the playbook. From watching my mom take over the family dealership with zero experience and turning it into a powerhouse, to my own journey through sales, leadership, AutoNation, Maxwell Leadership, and now running coaching bootcamps — I’m laying it all out. But this episode isn’t abou...

In this episode, my guests are Kyle Newsom and Tom Fennen, co-founders of Visperio—a company on a mission to transform dealership leadership from the inside out. We talk about everything from emotional intelligence in fixed ops to the leadership philosophies that are actually moving the needle in today’s fast-paced automotive world. These guys aren’t just dropping strategies... They’re challenging...

In this episode, I sit down with two incredible leaders— Mickey Seelye , President of Seelye Automotive Group, and Stan Qualls , GM and culture driver—to unpack what really drives sustainable success in the car business. Here’s the twist: it’s not about selling more cars.  It’s about serving more people. Whether you're a GM, GSM, sales leader, or dealer principal, this conversation will chall...