Posts by Carman Capriotto
He Quit!!! with Collin Draker [E097]
Collin Draker discusses his YouTube channel and the issues he has faced in the automotive industry. He also discusses the flat rate pay system, the lack of quality control in certifications, and the need for better training and compensation for technicians. The rise of Collin Draker’s YouTube channel (00:00:12) Collin Draker discusses his YouTube channel and…
Just How Profitable Are Independent Auto Repair Shops? [E126]
In this podcast episode, Coach Chris Cotton from Auto Fix Auto Shop Coaching introduces “The Weekly Blitz,” a podcast aimed at providing valuable knowledge and strategies for running a successful independent auto repair shop. He discusses the potential profitability of these shops when managed correctly but acknowledges that many struggle to make a profit. Coach…
ROTH Retirement Accounts [E079]
What is a “Brand”? [E061]
People tend to think of a company’s brand as their logo, colors, and maybe some fonts. But there’s so much more to a brand. It goes so much deeper than visuals and marketing. That’s what we’re talking about in this episode of The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast. Thank you to RepairPal for sponsoring The Auto…
Unintended Consequences: The Impact of Over Reliance on Databases and AI [E096]
Matt Fanslow discusses his concerns about relying too heavily on databases and artificial intelligence in automotive diagnostics. He emphasizes the potential long-term repercussions of this reliance on critical thinking skills and reasoning. He also brings up the issue of flat rate pay and how it can affect diagnostic work. He also mentions the challenges when…