What We Can Learn From Mrs. Doubtfire [E120]

Find out how the movie Mrs. Doubtfire relates to the automotive industry. Matt Fanslow explores the motivation behind self-improvement and giving credit when using someone else’s knowledge or ideas. Show Notes Mrs. Doubtfire Movie Analysis (00:01:05) Analysis of the movie “Mrs. Doubtfire” and its characters, discussing the dynamics of the relationships and the impact on the…

What is Your Number? (How to Die with Zero) [E103]

In this week’s episode of “Business by the Numbers,” Hunt unpacks the key lessons from Bill Perkins’ “Die With Zero.” The discussion is not just about the book, but also about how to smartly plan your finances and life. He also talks about seeing retirement as more than just a financial goal. It’s a chance…

Our Story of Radio Advertising [E085]

One topic we rarely talk about is radio, yet we have a story of very successfully using radio advertising to market our own auto repair shop. Radio was different back then, but our strategy can still work, and the idea works across all mediums. We hope you’ll listen in to the story of Jack Boston,…

Mailbag: Why Won’t My Techs Go To Training? [E119]

In this episode of “Diagnosing the Aftermarket,” host Matt Fanslow tackles the issue of motivating technicians to attend training. He shares personal experiences and the sacrifices he made to enhance his skills, acknowledging the difficulty of balancing training with work and family life. Matt discusses the intrinsic motivation required for technicians to seek training and…