The Jaded Mechanic Podcast10 Kesä 2025

Life As A Mechanic | Paul Danner, Check Engine Chuck, and Keith Perkins

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.
Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs.

Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE

Launch your tool game to the next level with Launch Tech USA! HERE

Today, Jeff sits down at Tools 2025 with Paul Danner (ScannerDanner), Keith Perkins, and Check Engine Chuck. Paul shares updates on the SD Charities initiative and highlights the importance of giving back to the community, including a tool auction supporting an auto tech school in Senegal. Keith and Chuck discuss the challenges and rewards of growing their businesses, from shop expansion to personal journeys in technical skill development. The group engages in an honest conversation about industry image, the need for higher labor rates, and the vital role of technician recognition and continued networking.

00:00 "Tools 2025: Meeting Success"

05:24 Supporting Solar for African Schools

12:01 "Striving for Effective Communication"

20:58 Promotional Shorts and Circuit Troubleshooting

24:27 Accountability in Vehicle Repairs

27:36 Online Creators' Ethical Responsibility

33:19 "Revamping Labor Rates in Trades"

40:18 "Profitability of Brake Suspension Work"

47:15 Seeking Appreciation and Change

50:32 "Rethinking Industry Value Perception"

57:21 Paul's Dubious Car Flipping Tactics

58:35 U-Haul's Business Model Explained

01:08:00 Mutual Respect and Encouragement

01:14:01 "Collaborate Beyond Platforms"

Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media!
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanic
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232

Tämä jakso on lisätty Podme-palveluun avoimen RSS-syötteen kautta eikä se ole Podmen omaa tuotantoa. Siksi jakso saattaa sisältää mainontaa.

Jaksot(161)

The Impact of ADAS on Auto Repair | Eric Pagliughi from Launch Tech USA

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERELaunch y...

17 Maalis 1h 29min

Why Forward-Thinking in Auto Repair is Critical | JeanAnn SaintGrace

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERELaunc...

10 Maalis 2h 4min

Power Wheels Drag Racing?? | Alan Placer

3 Maalis 1h 10min

Shop Owners and Techs MUST Communicate Better | Lucas Underwood

24 Helmi 1h 26min

His Son Told Him to Leave the Dealer | David Kline

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERELaunc...

17 Helmi 2h 34min

The Truth About Diag, Flat Rate Pay, and Shop Culture with Josh Whiteman

10 Helmi 1h 36min

Dealer Tech Fluffy Mexicanik Talks Shop Culture and Burnout

3 Helmi 2h 2min

Why Does Your Best Tech Leave With TobaTech

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERELaunc...

27 Tammi 1h 43min