Posts by Carman Capriotto

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…

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…

This week, Hunt talks ROTH Retirement: • What is the difference between a ROTH IRA and a ROTH 401K? What are the benefits and drawbacks to each? • How does taxation differ based on age? If you are over versus under 50 years old, how does this affect contributions? • How do personal goals and…

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…

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…