Beyond the Wrench
Jay GoninenHow can automotive and diesel shops run a better business and be more profitable? How can we make the aftermarket and dealerships more attractive to younger generations? Each week, Jay Goninen, VP of Industry Advancement at ASE, will sit down with shop owners, technicians, instructors, and professionals in the automotive and diesel industries to have them share their stories and insights. We’ll di... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 342 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | AutomotiveBusinessCareersLeisure | |||
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Eric Svedberg, Business Coach at Go Fuel Coaching and President of European Autowerks, breaks down how shop owners can stop being the bottleneck in their own business. In this episode, he covers how Go Fuel Coaching helps owners step away from the da... more
Matthew Shepanek, Vice President of Credential Testing Programs at ASE, breaks down why every ASE test is built by the industry, not behind a desk. Matt explains how subject matter experts write and validate every test question, how ASE’s new license... more
Mark Wilson, COO of ASE, joins host Jay Goninen in this replay of last week’s webinar breaking down how ASE Connects helps shops and dealers build relationships with schools. In this episode, they cover how WrenchWay’s transition into ASE has gone in... more
Noah Nelson, Technical Editor at Motor Age Magazine and ASE Master Automobile Technician, is on his way to earning ASE World Class certification and bringing other techs along for the ride. In this episode, he covers how he went from turning wrenches... more
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- Great Host!
Jay does a great job of engaging his guests while letting his passion for our service professionals shine through.
Apple Podcasts5djohns16
United States2 years ago - Great show
Informative
Apple Podcasts5J5erraUnited States3 years ago - Value-packed!
If you’re in the auto services industry, you need to tune into Beyond the Wrench! Jay is an excellent host who leads really engaging and informative interviews with his guests. Value-packed conversations abound in these episodes - highly recommend checking it out!
Apple Podcasts5oliviabaker13United States4 years ago - I started A rolls royce & Bentley repair shop when everyone told me I could not
I could really relate to this podcast , with no experience and just my education from UTI to become a professional technician, I knew what cars I wanted to work on and had several instructors tell me I had no chance of that happening.
I start my shop in my garage and now rent a bigger garage space, I’ve been looking for a one bay shop to rent, to have an actual shop, but there are none I can find in Atlanta.
I own a European Dynamics, I am on google in Atlanta, and could really use help.
But ... more
Apple Podcasts5Ajs rolls royce garageUnited States5 years ago - Awesome podcast with diverse lil group of interview subjects
Great podcast focused on the world of mechanics and helping grow a career not just a job
Apple Podcasts5Pa pizzaUnited States5 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #205 | United States/Leisure/Automotive |
Apple Podcasts | #38 |  Netherlands/Leisure/Automotive |
Apple Podcasts | #78 |  South Africa/Leisure/Automotive |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beyond the Wrench
What is Beyond the Wrench about and what kind of topics does it cover?
- This show provides practical, leadership-focused conversations for automotive and diesel professionals, shop owners, and educators. Episodes typically feature experienced technicians, educators, recruiters, and industry leaders who share real-world insights on mentorship, talent development, pay structures, and building sustainable businesses. A standout trait is the emphasis on people-centered culture, practical processes, and partnerships with educator networks to grow the talent pipeline. Listeners can expect actionable strategies for retention, onboarding, and improving shop operations, often anchored by industry-wide initiatives like ASE Connects and WrenchWay.
- Noteworthy angles include a focus on technician happiness, apprentices... more
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Recent guests on Beyond the Wrench include:
1. Eric Svedberg
2. Matthew Shepanek
3. Mark Wilson
4. Noah Nelson
5. Brandon Steckler
6. Dan Aldrich
7. Greg Lee
8. Leah VanWinkle
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