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Beyond the Wrench

Breaking Down Diagnostics ft. Matt Fanslow, Riverside Automotive & Pedro De La Torre, Logic Auto

Episode Description In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Matt Fanslow, Diagnostic Technician/Shop Manager, Riverside Automotive, and Pedro De La Torre, Technician, Logic Auto. Matt and Pedro discuss what motivates them in the automotive industry, changes in the industry, and a class Pedro is teaching about his discovery with Subaru.

2025-09-02T15:40:49-06:00Beyond the Wrench|

The Value of a Technician ft. Josh Arnold, Toyota of Corvallis

Episode Description In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Josh Arnold, Master Technician, Toyota of Corvallis. Josh walks us through a tool he created to track his hours, the importance of paving a career path, and advice for young technicians. Watch the Full Episode Paving a Career Path There is

2025-02-07T11:30:45-06:00Beyond the Wrench|

Profitability and Productivity ft. Arun Coumar, Driven Capital Partners

Episode Description In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, Arun Coumar, Founder and CEO, Driven Capital Partners joins us. Arun shares his expertise on pain points in running a business, the importance of having processes and procedures in place, and advice on managing your finances. Watch the Full Episode Pain Points in Running a

2024-06-28T13:48:58-06:00Beyond the Wrench|

Making Your Service Advisors a Priority ft. Chris Craig

Episode Description In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, Chris Craig joins us to discuss his experience as a former service advisor, the importance of the advisor and technician relationship, advice on shop turnover, and best practices on selling diagnostic time. Watch the Full Episode The Advisor and Technician Relationship A great manager can

2025-09-26T10:40:49-06:00Beyond the Wrench|

The Importance of Recruitment Marketing ft. Martha Carrigan, Big Shoes Network

Episode Description In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Martha Carrigan, CEO, Big Shoes Network. Martha shares with us her knowledge on recruitment marketing, how to treat your employees right, and how to get valuable feedback from employees. Watch the Full Episode Defining Recruitment Marketing Recruitment marketing is marketing to

2024-06-28T14:55:12-06:00Beyond the Wrench|

Keeping Your Technicians Happy ft. Tully Williams, The Niello Company

Episode Description In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, Tully Williams, Fixed Operations Director, The Niello Company joins us for an exciting episode. Tully shows his passion for the automotive industry by discussing ways shops can keep their technicians happy. He talks about why flat rate gets a bad name, how shops can care

2024-06-27T15:47:27-06:00Beyond the Wrench|

The Importance of Technician Training ft. Andrew Jablonowski, Garage Gurus

Episode Description In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, Andrew Jablonowski, Content and Curriculum Manager, Garage Gurus joins us to share his insights on the importance of training, the transition of training from school to a shop, and the challenges with training. Watch the Full Episode Importance of Training The day technicians stop

2025-03-28T13:10:30-06:00Beyond the Wrench|

Changing the Perception of Skilled Trades ft. Jim Bologa, Porter and Chester Institute

Episode Description In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Jim Bologa, CEO, Porter and Chester Institute. Jim discusses how students can understand their skill set, how to build students up for success, and the importance of continuing education.  Watch the Full Episode Understanding Your Skills and Strengths Take advantage

2024-07-02T14:02:25-06:00Beyond the Wrench|

Leading with Process, Corey Smith, National Auto Care

Episode Description In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we had the pleasure of being joined by Corey Smith, National Fixed Operations Training Manager, National Auto Care. Corey talks about how to develop a process, ways to implement a process, and ways to gamify your process. Watch the Full Episode Developing a Powerful

2024-06-27T15:45:41-06:00Beyond the Wrench|

How Shops Can Protect Themselves ft. Matthew Leffler, Epika Fleet Services

Episode Description In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Matthew Leffler, Director of Business Development, Epika Fleet Services. Matthew discusses the impact of non-compete clauses, the importance of workers’ compensation, and advice on negotiating. Watch the Full Episode The Impact of Non-Compete Clauses Up to 40 million Americans have

2024-06-28T13:55:37-06:00Beyond the Wrench|
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