The Jaded Mechanic Talks With Matt Fanslow Of "Diagnosing The Aftermarket" Podcast
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 HEREIn this episode of the Jaded Mechanic podcast, host Jeff reflects on his 20-year career in automotive repair and shares his perspectives on the industry. He is joined by his friend Matt Fonslow, and they discuss the challenges of working in the industry, including physical strain and long hours. They also discuss the idea of people who work solely for the money and don't have a true passion for fixing cars. The conversation concludes with a brief mention of an apprentice and the importance of speed in the industry regardless of age.00:00:36 Career in automotive repair.00:10:38 Learn from experience and practice.00:12:09 Fixing broken things pays off.00:17:02 Focus on electrical repairs.00:25:00 Trust your gut instinct.00:26:30 Invest in customer experience.00:34:58 Dealership techs are undervalued.00:41:19 Dedication leads to success.00:43:08 Learn from mistakes and improve.00:50:41 Gain knowledge to succeed.00:57:40 Harvey Chan: Automotive Expertise01:03:44 Teach a man to fish.01:04:42 Refine the process to succeed.01:10:48 Do the right thing.01:19:00 Stop pushing experienced technicians out.01:23:06 Train to succeed, not replace.01:30:44 Validate others' contributions.01:34:36 Reward employees for hard work.01:37:37 Compete to offer better benefits. Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232
30 Touko 20231h 41min
Fishing, Coaching Baseball, and Auto Repair: A Conversation with Justin Porter
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 HEREOn this episode of the Jaded Mechanic podcast, Jeff talks with Justin Porter about his life and experiences in Indiana. They discuss junior high baseball, fishing, and growing up in the area. Jeff shares his insights and perspectives on the automotive repair industry. They also touch upon the importance of offering opportunities to up-and-coming professionals. Tune in for some great conversation and reflection.00:05:52 Stay passionate and persistent.00:07:38 Business first, technician second.00:14:08 Learn to spot patterns.00:16:21 Investigate before rubber stamping.00:25:44 Trust your instincts.00:26:02 Networking is essential.00:34:04 Gain experience through challenge.00:40:46 Work smarter, not harder.00:41:51 Four days a week is ideal.00:50:03 Dysfunctional family atmosphere.00:55:43 Family businesses declining.01:02:26 Live and learn from experience.01:03:16 Learn from experienced mentors.01:10:34 Improve shop industry access.01:15:56 Learn from YouTube heroes.01:21:16 People make the industry. Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232
23 Touko 20231h 23min
Challenges with Fleet Maintenance: A Mechanic's Perspective
In this episode of the Jaded Mechanic podcast, Jeff talks about his experiences working with a colleague who installed harnesses in cars in a way that deviated from the OE standards. He also discusses his fleet of buses, ranging from motor coaches to Transit 3500s, and how he had to replace a catalytic converter on one of the latter due to misfires. Despite the fact that the vehicle was only eight years old, he found it badly rusted.
16 Touko 202349min
Commission-based Advisors and Proper Repairs
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 HEREIn this episode of The Jaded Mechanic podcast, host Jeff talks about the importance of finding trustworthy advisors in the automotive repair industry. He and his guest, Brian, discuss the potential conflict of interest when advisors prioritize their commissions over the proper repair of a vehicle. Brian also shares a story about how one of his fellow employees dropped the ball due to being overtasked. Overall, Jeff and Brian offer valuable insights into the world of automotive repair and the importance of ethical business practices. Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232
9 Touko 20231h 2min
Automotive Training Events: Are They Worthwhile?
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 HEREIn this episode of The Jaded Mechanic Podcast, Jeff and his guests discuss the importance of training in the automotive repair industry. They share their personal experiences attending training events and debate the value of the cost and time investment. The guests also discussed their pre-TST training, which focused on electrical fundamentals, and the benefits of bringing younger technicians to these events. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation about the role of training in the automotive industry. Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232
2 Touko 20231h 17min
