Strategies for Small Business Empowerment
Don’t miss Lisa McClease-Kelly’s unique advice for small businesses in this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench. As Co-Owner of Network In Action Oregon and Kelly's Automotive, and with a background in nonprofits, Lisa offers a different perspective on ways shops can serve their community and staff. She also offers
Help Us Give Back to 23 Schools Before 2023 Ends
We're looking to close out 2023 strong by helping fulfill 23 School Assist projects to help out local high school and post-secondary automotive and diesel programs. Whether it is donating tools, offering shop tours, speaking to a class, or something else, helping out a local automotive or diesel program is
Hartford Union High School Strengthens Relationships with Local Shops & Dealers Through WrenchWay School Assist
As an auto instructor with over 14 years of experience, Matt Kerhin, Tech Ed Teacher at Hartford Union High School, has a lot of insight into the automotive industry. We were honored to sit down with Matt to talk about his auto program, the trends he sees in the automotive
Tool & Career Advice for Young Technicians
We are proud to welcome Daniel Diaz, Service Technician at Braman BMW Miami (and rising TikTok star)! In this episode, Daniel offers advice to young technicians on purchasing tools, encourages all technicians to keep learning, and emphasizes the importance of finding the right shop management and support as a new
Guide to Online Car Auctions: Operating, Buying, & Selling
Bob Gaito, Chief Executive Officer at Auction Central and Principal at Exit5 Auto Group, shares his unique auction and dealership experience in this week’s episode. Bob dives into how online auctions operate and the role of auctions in the automotive industry. He also discusses the different career options available for
TechMission 2023 Recap: Treating Technicians Like an Asset, Not an Expense
TechMission 2023 brought together technicians, shop managers/owners, instructors, and other industry professionals for its fourth consecutive year, focusing on "Treating Technicians Like an Asset, Not an Expense." Thank you to all the amazing sponsors, panelists, and attendees for making TechMission 2023 a success! We are so lucky to be a
Driving Positive Change in Automotive
Pride in your work and pride in the industry! In this week’s episode, Josh Arnold, Master Technician at Toyota & Subaru of Corvallis, radiates his contagious passion and positive attitude toward the automotive industry. Get an inside look at how to maintain a positive mindset in a challenging industry, the
Just Released: 2023 Voice of Technician Survey Summary
With the growing technician shortage, it’s more important than ever for shops to focus on keeping their technicians happy. But what exactly is it that technicians are looking for in an employer? That’s exactly what we sought to find out when we released our 2023 Voice of Technician survey. Nearly
All About Culture
Culture is a big buzzword, but what does it actually mean? Dan Bredeson, Founder of Lead Front Consulting LLC and Author of the Amazon Bestseller "Seeds of Culture,” defines culture simply as, “how we do things.” In this episode, Dan breaks down all things culture, explains its historical significance, stresses
Financial Transparency and Education in the Shop
Shops need to be more transparent with their technicians about their financial standing, and technicians need better education on financial management and beyond. In this episode, Matt Fanslow, a Diagnostic Technician and Shop Manager at Riverside Automotive, delves into financial transparency and education, explains how positive technicians are the best