As a former technician, Larry Hourcle is now an Academy Instructor at the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) and a valuable voice for dealerships seeking growth. This episode explores Larry’s career transition, the importance of technician development, setting the right tone at the shop, and key career advice for technicians.
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Show Notes
About Our Guest
Larry Hourcle
Academy Instructor, National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA)
lHourcle@nada.org
About Our Host
Jay Goninen
Co-Founder & President, WrenchWay
jayg@wrenchway.com | 608.716.2122
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