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“Judge a man by his questions, rather than his answers” -Voltaire Improving your questions as a mechanic can dramatically change the outcome of your day; here’s how. If your questions are: 👉 can I have a raise? 👉 can I leave early? 👉 can I get paid for my mpi’s They work better as: 💪 what can I do to help the team, and myself earn more? 💪 dispatch says we’re caught up, can I go see my daughters recital? 💪 these 45 ROs received a full walkaround VMPI, and there were zero upsells sold. What can I do to ensure we sell more work? That’s effort, asking the right questions, with context, and data. When you put in the effort, show you care, high value leaders take notice, and act. If they don’t act, and in your best interest, after you’ve put in the effort, that’s why I just published a recruitment series on the podcast. Need an example of a high value service leader? Zach Pirkl https://lnkd.in/gznE4eW7 Joe Chambers https://lnkd.in/gEvkGRfb Austin Conroy https://lnkd.in/gEtbaHtk j.

192 Seconds, that's all it takes to improve your next step. 💪 What feels like forever ago, I was asked to record for one of the first episodes of Corey Smith's new podcast FWRD, an EasyCare Podcast. This new show is targeting how Dealer Leaders Lead their teams to success, irrespective of their department, or level of authority. During the episode, we talked about mindfulness, mechanics, and the future of automotive. One of the most major things I teach during 1:1 coaching sessions, is the Four Eight breathing method, aka box breathing. You can learn about this method, along with a truck ton of more tidbits in the 30-minute recording here: https://lnkd.in/gMXGV5sc If you have questions about the podcast, the content, Fixed Operations Training, Service Advisor Training, or EasyCare, make sure to reach out to Corey Smith, Erick Jauregui, or Jerry Weldon. Looking forward to the feedback! j. --- PS, this weekend, Service Drive Live is focused on "Maintenance" - the sale and education of this crucial service to our customers and employees. This is Corey's Wheelhouse as EasyCare's National Fixed Operations Training Manager and he'll be dropping even more nuggets you need to be listening to. Reach out to Joe Chambers for free access.

"At the end of the day, a recruiter is nothing without the relationships that they build." This week on Wrench Turners Podcast, the 4th episode of the Recruiter Series. Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at AutoCanada Patty Ruggia With over 30 years in automotive recruitment (....12 🙃, lol), Patty emphasizes building long-term relationships and accountability. She shares with us her vetting process for technicians and the challenges faced during the Vid, highlighting the importance of integrity and open communication. We also discussed continuous training, community engagement, and understanding company culture for successful recruitment and staff retention in the automotive industry. Let’s get into it. Find the episode: Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dsj859db YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dSqVtVZz J. —- Developing Technicians into Leaders: https://lnkd.in/gsPhwyFG

My first taste of virality. 👇 I posted this on TikTok over 2 years ago. It did quite well. 22,200 Views 821 Likes 129 Comments 18 Saves I didn't know what to do with myself. Phones don't like what happens when posts go this viral, and this is only 20k views. Virality destroys batteries. One thing no one teaches you about social is the dopamine high from the attention. Worse still, no one teaches you what to do, when the next piece of content "flops" in comparison. I can tell you that it's a roller coaster of emotions before, during, and after a viral post, and the feeling of inadequacy that occurs during a "flop" is real. Still not sure I know how to deal with it properly, but I'm getting better, emotionally. What I can share about being social on social, is that the phrase "niche down" is real. My content on TikTok, which did well, followed a basic framework of specificity. To be clear, this is what worked for me. It may not, for you. 1. Know your audience ---> Mechanic Apprentices or Young Folks 2. Create a series relevant to that audience ---> So you wanna be a Mechanic 3. Be clear in your messaging ---> Hook line in the first 3-15 seconds ------> You're going to drink coffee 4. Relay YOUR experience, through stories or examples ---> I started with 4x4's 5. Keep it short, because attention spans are too. ---> Video length 58 seconds ...it took 27 more pieces before I hit another milestone, 100k views. But we'll talk about that next week. Being Social on Social is an event being held in Madison, WI on September 24, 2024 by the men, the myths, and the legends Sean Welsh and 🎥🛻Jeff Hunter "General Motors Jeff". The event is aimed at helping Automotive Industry Professionals grow their Social Platforms, and more importantly, their business. Check the link to see if the speakers, venue, and agenda run parallel to your Social Goals for 2025: https://bit.ly/4aqZGRY See you there. j.

"What's your podcast setup?" ... a common phrase I see, and I'm asked. So I thought I'd get a little creative with a bit of a game: guess your favourite podcasters (or show host) setup. Match it up with who you think it is based on what you see in the slides below. Who's the 9 in the mix, in no particular order, obviously... Paul Meijer Larry Feldman Sean Welsh Brooke C Furniss Joe Chambers Shasta Haddock Kaylee Felio🌻 Brandon Barnett Corey Smith I will be sending something to the winner who guesses correctly, and first, in the comments. Last Month's contest winner, Mike Baldwin will be receiving something as soon as I get his address: https://lnkd.in/gYrsPyyF j. PS, if you want to know the specific details of the gear, software, etc, hmu. #podcastersunite #hashtagsaredead

"Sports bikes, especially when you get up to 1000 CC bikes, are so powerful for the road, they're almost, for most riders, terrifying." 44th Edition Wrenches for Wrenches Newsletter Rope Harnesses Let's get into it. j. ---- If you found the following newsletter insightful, please consider ♻ and following me, Joshua Taylor as we develop Mechanics into Leaders.

Keep your head up as many of you close out a difficult month. j.

"This industry truly accepts you for who you are, no matter what." 👇 This week on Wrench Turners Podcast, the 4th episode of the Recruiter Series. Automotive Recruiter, Driving HR Strategy and Employee Development Jayne Reczulski Engaging Human Capital Jayne Reczulski, an experienced recruiter and business owner, discussed the importance of transparency and fit in the recruitment process with me. She emphasized the need for open communication between candidates and recruiters, highlighting that being upfront about expectations can significantly impact job satisfaction and success. Jayne also shared insights on the challenges of recruiting automotive technicians, underscoring the value of honesty and preparation in navigating career transitions. Engaging Human Capital is a specialized recruitment service focusing on the automotive industry since 2014, offering a customer-centric approach to connecting top candidates with organizations. They provide comprehensive human resources services, emphasizing personalized support and building long-term client relationships. For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/gSwuJkRt Let’s get into it. Find the episode: Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gyqg5BFV YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gcBTvSDa J. —- Developing Technicians into Leaders Check out the FREE Sweaty Leader Webinar: https://lnkd.in/gsPhwyFG

This Event is a Total Waste of Time You’ve heard the hype: an event on September 24th, 2024, in Madison, Wisconsin, that promises to transform your dealership's social media strategy. But let’s be real – who wants that kind of hassle? Spend a whole day with industry experts and peers, learning groundbreaking strategies; No thanks, am I right? Stick to your comfortable routine of random posts and praying for likes, or not posting at all. Who needs social media success anyway? Your competitors can have it. All Hawk Tuah of it. Limited seats are left, but don’t rush. Let the ambitious leaders with a drive to succeed grab them. You’ve got more pressing matters, like scrolling through endless social media feeds of cats and binge-watching pointless youtube videos. Priorities, right? Sure, this event could arm you with tools to dominate social media and boost your sales. But who needs the stress of being successful and having to meet customer expectations? Mediocrity is cozy and warm like your oodie – why leave it? If you’re feeling a strange urge to break free from your underwhelming performance, maybe, just maybe, you should visit www.beingsocialauto.com. But really, who are we kidding? Stay where you are. Success is overrated. The courage to get better is found here: https://bit.ly/4aqZGRY j. PS. This is satire, but the event isn't. See you there.