Episode Notes:  Can Trade Schools & Technical Programs truly be the gateway to success in the automotive aftermarket? If you had any doubts, I think after this episode you will agree… the answer is YES! This week, I’ll share the journey of my guest Colby McLaughlin, from a student in a middle-college Autobody Repair Program to a leading figure in the automotive aftermarket. Buckle up as we ride shotgun through Colby's fast-paced career, navigating the twists and turns from hands-on custom car building to the helm of Trim Illusion and the Professional Restylers Organization (PRO) Board ..read more

Episode Notes:  When unexpected change disrupts your life, is your first reaction anger, frustration, or fear… or do you jump into “finding solutions” mode? ? Have you ever suffered a painful change, that when reflected on years later, actually taught you a valuable lesson… or ended up being a gift? ? What if we changed our viewpoint to “Life happens FOR us, and not TO us”? ? As we forge through the ups and downs of life's constant evolution in this episode, I’ll encourage you to explore the nature of change and how it shapes us. We delve into the experiences that test our resilience and ..read more

Episode Notes:  This week, we’re resharing an episode from last year, as I reflect on my own experiences and revisit a pivotal episode from March 2023, I invite you to consider a new perspective on the obstacles that shape us. Diving deep on why life should be hard instead of looking for the “easy” button. In our everyday lives, experiencing challenges and hardships can lead to greater personal growth and satisfaction… a few examples are:      ✅ Hardship builds resilience.     ✅ Difficulty leads to growth.     ✅ Struggle gives us a sense of purpose. &nb ..read more

Episode Notes:  Have you spent your career bending, lifting, and grinding away in the collision & auto repair industry for years, only to find your body paying the steep price of demanding physical labor? That's exactly what happened to me as I struggled with joint pain and the daunting prospect of inevitable surgery. But then, a breakthrough: I stumbled upon some education on the transformative power of regenerative medicine. Join me on this episode, as I pull back the curtain & reveal my candid tale of skepticism, discovery, and the early success of stem cell therapy, a journey ..read more

Episode Notes:  Ever walked away from a sales pitch feeling nothing but relief at the escape?  That moment when a salesperson jumps into their spiel without understanding you is precisely what we're turning on its head. This episode we harness the magic of emotional connections to revolutionize the sales process. With over 30 years in the sales trenches, I'm sharing the secrets to building trust and fostering genuine relationships that not only boost sales but can bloom into lasting friendships.  I’ll share the wisdom of wealth & motivational speaker T. Harv Eker, the author ..read more

No matter who you are, where you are or what you do, every single one of us has two worlds that influence our lives, what we do or don’t, our relationships, our health, our success and what we experience in our lives… the outer world and the inner world. One we have almost no control over, that’s the outer world… and the one we do have 100% control over… the more important one… is the inner world.  Ever feel like you're constantly running up against your own limitations? This week we unpack the transformative journey of mastering your inner world, and I promise, you'll walk away with a ne ..read more

What if you were sitting on a goldmine of tax credits without even knowing it?  You're not going to want to miss this extremely valuable interview with Derek Van Ness, founder and CEO of Big Life Financial, as we reveal hidden tax advantages for your small business. With his vast experience in finance, marketing, real estate, and wealth strategy, Derek takes us through an eye-opening journey into the world of the Research & Development (R&D) credit, a tax advantage many shop owners are unaware of. Additionally, we touch on the Employee Retention Credit? This could still be your to ..read more

Episode Notes:  Ever been frustrated by those little flaws that can mar an otherwise perfect paint job? You're not alone. Join me as I sit down with Jeremy Winters of AccuDraft Spray Booths to expose the truths on what it really takes to keep our paint booths spotless and our projects flawless. We tackle the nitty-gritty details that can cause a painter grief, from troublesome dirt specks to the nuances of achieving an even bake temperature. Jeremy doesn't just bring solutions to the table; he brings a story of transformation that's bound to resonate with anyone who's faced a crossroads i ..read more

Episode Notes:  When Jeremy Winters, a former refinish technician with an artistic flair, faced a life-altering health scare, he didn't let it end his career. Instead, he learned to pivot, transforming his passion for automotive painting into a role that continues to influence the industry from a new perspective. This episode we navigate Jeremy's inspiring journey from the shop floor to his position at Accudraft Booths, exploring the resilience required to turn adversity into opportunity. My conversation with Jeremy is more than a mere trip down memory lane—it's an eye-opener on the pote ..read more

Episode Notes:  Follow the journey from the garage to the glitz of social media with Daniella D Johnson, affectionately known to her Instagram followers as Tatted Cat. This week, she sits down with me to share her humble story of transformation from a HD truck painter to a custom paint shop maven and Social Media celebrity. Her tales of vibrant paint work, the influence of her father's legacy, and the behind-the-scenes grind of content creation reveal the true colors of a life dedicated to artistry on the automotive canvas. As we peel back the layers of online influence, Daniella opens u ..read more