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 Maj 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 Maj 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 Maj 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 Maj 20231h 17min
