Wrench Turners Podcast

"The grass may look greener, but it could also be spray-painted green" This week on Wrench Turners Podcast Mechanic Derek Scherer Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ A supportive team can change your life 2️⃣ Knowing your non-negotiables will reframe your job hunt 3️⃣ Quality vs Quickly Let’s get into it. J. — I’m Joshua Taylor and at Wrench Turners, we're developing Technicians into High-Value Leade...

"If you don't set your own goals, somebody else will." This week on Wrench Turners Podcast Technician and Content Creator Rob Buttrick aka "TheVWMechanic Rob shares his early memories of his grandfather working on cars, his first job at a taxi firm, and the challenges he faced in his early years. We discussed his transition to working as a Volkswagen specialist, climbing the ran...

Fireman? ...No, Foreman. "It was kind of an accident if I'm being honest." -Clinton This week on Wrench Turners Podcast Mechanic, Foreman, and Leader Sonic Automotive Group Clinton Cruz Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Unexpected events can lead to discovering a passion 2️⃣ Technicians need to take ownership of their training 3️⃣ Managing different personalities within the shop is challenging J. —...

"Be true to you and let them talk." - Wendy This week on Wrench Turners Podcast BDC Specialist and Trainer Serial Student in Automotive and people Podcast Host of The Human Side of AI BDC Angels LLC owner, 😇🚐☎️ Wendy Reeves Wendy Reeves shares her journey in the automotive industry, starting as a title clerk and eventually running a successful BDC business that just hired 40 new agents...

"I'm not a desk person. There's no way I could sit at a desk and sit there all day and do nothing." - Madison This week on Wrench Turners Podcast RSE Mechanic Madison Wheeler Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Stable routines lead to success. 2️⃣ Old vs New; not the same diagnostic steps. 3️⃣ Having faith in yourself can change outcomes. Let’s get into it. J. —- I’m Joshua Taylor and at Wrench T...

"Be more concerned about the job you're getting paid for than getting paid for the job you're doing" - Christopher This week on Wrench Turners Podcast Master Technician, Race Car Mechanic, and Shop Foreman Cobourg Mazda Christopher Johnson Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Christopher's passion for racing sparked his career in automotive. "Personal Interests" can drive a long care...

Retaining Knowledge - 10 Mill Mastery - Series 9 - Episode 2 The Lads: Marshall Sheldon Stephan Dos Santos Richard Mueller Russell Wickham Summary The conversation revolves around the topic of how to remember and retain knowledge in the field of automotive repair. The participants discuss various strategies, including teaching others, writing things down, creating Google Docs, and sharing informat...

"We have to invest in them for there to be hope" - Michael This week on Wrench Turners Podcast Nissan Master Technician, EV, GT-R, and CVT Specialist Royal Oak Nissan Michael Hillsden Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Invest in personal and professional development through training, mentorship, and engaging in healthy competition to enhance skills, income potential, and career growth. 2️⃣ Value and fai...

"Don't make long-term decisions on short-term emotions" - Kevin This week on Wrench Turners Podcast Technician, Professor, Consultant, and Entrepreneur WholeFleet Diagnostics and VieTech Training & Consulting Inc. Kevin Vieth Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ The early years in the automotive industry emphasize mastering basic tasks and the necessity of investing in advanced equipment and train...

"I think that's my favourite part, talking to customers" - Hunter This week on Wrench Turners Podcast RSE Mechanic, Solo Shop Owner, and Content Creator Hunter Layton aka "Motorcycle Guy" https://www.youtube.com/@motomedicyyc Key Takeaways: 1️⃣  Transitioning to mobile repair, mechanics need to acquire new business skills such as customer relations and sales. 2️⃣ Building t...

In this episode of Series 9 of 10 Mill Mastery, we discuss improving Mechanic communication with Service Advisors and Customers. The Lads: Marshall Sheldon Stephan Dos Santos Richard Mueller Russell Wickham J. — I’m Joshua Taylor and at Wrench Turners, we're developing Technicians into High-Value Leaders. Click my name + follow + 🔔 to get daily automotive service content. You can find Wrench...

"Patience is the weapon against deception" -Aaron This week on Wrench Turners Podcast Experienced Service Leader Aaron Bratcher Key Takeaways: 👉 Understanding personal motivations can help drive career development ☝ Holding oneself accountable is crucial for effective leadership 🤙 Personal experiences can be applied to prevent similar mistakes Let’s get into it. J. — I’m Joshua Taylor...

"Tick that off the list, breathe..." - Jade This week on Wrench Turners Podcast Mechanic, Content Creator, and Inspiring Woman in Automotive Jade Price Key Takeaways: 👉 Don't let the opinions of others hold you back from taking risks and pursuing what makes you happy. ☝ Learning and trusting yourself can be challenging, but it is essential for personal and professional development....

"I'm going to go get back into it, and it has been the greatest thing that's happened." ...Steve This week on Wrench Turners Podcast Shop Foreman and Mechanic International Auto Group Steve Kill Key Takeaways: Follow your passion and pursue a career that you truly enjoy. Support and encouragement from mentors and leaders are crucial Mistakes are a part of the learning process Lea...

"Listen and Silent are spelled with the same letters" - Chris This week on Wrench Turners Podcast TikTok and RockED Content Creator Experienced Service Advisor Chris Craig Key Takeaways: 🤝 Communication is key for technicians and service advisors to work effectively together. 🏫 Training and coaching are essential for service advisors to improve their skills and provide better service....

"People repeat what you recognize them for" ...Ed This week on Wrench Turners Podcast Best Selling Author of Mile One: https://amzn.to/49pg4SX Chief Operating Officer of Bozard Ford Lincoln Ed Roberts In today’s short episode, recorded while at #nada2024, we talk about "How to KEEP technicians" Key Takeaways: 🤝 Nurturing and developing leadership skills in technicians is cruci...

"Can it power a headlight?" ...Andrew This week on Wrench Turners Podcast Automotive Mechanic and Shop Foreman Bannister Automotive Group Bannister GP Honda Andrew King In today’s episode, we talk about: ✅ Plumbing a better option? ✅ Why haven’t you done that? ✅ Doctor of the house Let's get into it. Key Takeaways: Find an outlet outside of work to unwind and manage stress. Take p...

"They had the one old journeyman tech and they're like, just stay out of his way. Don't piss him off" ...Tristan Does that resonate with any of you?... I know it did for me. This week on Wrench Turners Podcast RSE BSE Automotive Mechanic and Shop Foreman Hyatt Infiniti Tristan Pelletier In today’s episode, we talk about: ✅ RAP not RAT ✅ Staying out of the way ✅ A complete scre...

"What did I get myself into?" - Daniel This week on Wrench Turners Podcast Shop Foreman and Mechanic Porsche of Monterey Daniel Lee In today’s episode, we talk about: ✅ Loud Emotional V8's ✅ Front vs Rear Engine ✅ Needing to do better. Rough Chapters 🤜 Getting Into the Trade 🤜 The Challenges of the First Year 🤜 The Importance of Passion and Purpose 🤜 The Role of High Value Lea...

"Money still had emotion attached to it, because I grew up with very little" - Jamie This week on Wrench Turners Podcast Re-Activated Mechanic Multi-rooftop Independent Franchise Owner (not the shop, the brand) Jamie Holmes In today’s episode, we talk about: ✅ Crusty guy remembers it all ✅ Noah's 40 days of rain is just summer in Ireland ✅ In order of declining importance... Let&#...

"Don't bother me, I'm thinking..." Calling out all you Diag Techs This week on Wrench Turners Podcast RSE Mechanic Michael Robert Prce In today’s episode, we talk about: ✅ Noisey shops ✅ Getting that immediate interview ✅ Walking all over new hires... Let's get into it. j. Summary The conversation covers topics such as personal backgrounds, getting into the trade, first-ye...

The Tekion Corp Master bestows his wisdom upon us! This week on Wrench Turners Podcast Regional Fixed Operations Director Rohrman Automotive Group Austin Conroy In today’s episode, we talk about: ✅ Getting worn down ✅ Be comfortable with being held accountable ✅ Getting past 16% Let's get into it. j. ----- I'm Joshua Taylor I help Service Managers and Mechanics understand each other. Ch...

"The first thing I did on a car was an engine swap" - Cam This week on  Wrench Turners  Podcast RSE Mechanic and Founder of Canadian Mechanic Hangout Cam Wilson In today’s episode, we talk about: ✅ Unconventional starts... ✅ Into the Mercedes-Benz weeds ✅ A more positive way to speak to the next generation Let's get into it. J. —- I'm  Joshua Taylor I help Service Managers and...

"Time is money. When you're a technician, seconds count" - Tony This week on Wrench Turners Podcast Motivator, Speaker, and Fixed Ops Professional Tony Owens ASM at Germain Motor Company In today’s episode, we talk about: ✅ 10 Second goodbyes ✅ Hook'em to save'em ✅ A turn of phrase to remember Let's get into it. J. —- I'm Joshua Taylor I help Service Managers and M...

Understanding the business is a skill that Mechanics need to be taught, so we can provide even more value than just fixing cars. Wrench Turners Podcast 10 Mill Mastery Edition Series 8 Episode 2 This week's 10 Mill Mastery Topic: Show me the Money! The lads: Marshall Sheldon Richard Mueller The 10 Mill Lads and I want these positive vibes and knowledge spread throughout the industry. If you wo...