
How 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, Co-Founder & President of WrenchWay, 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 ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 287 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | CareersAutomotiveBusinessLeisure | |||

Sunil Patel shares how his path from medical school to shop owner to Founder and CEO of Tekmetric shaped his approach to leadership. He discusses how a personal shop struggle inspired Tekmetric, why staying focused on your vertical drives success, an... more
John Perez, Sr. Director of Talent Acquisition at Sonic Automotive, shares how they built a junior apprenticeship program for students under 18. From earning executive buy-in to keeping kids safe in the shop, John breaks down how they’re developing t... more
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Jay does a great job of engaging his guests while letting his passion for our service professionals shine through.
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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!
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.
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Great podcast focused on the world of mechanics and helping grow a career not just a job
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Focusing on the automotive and diesel industries, this podcast examines how shops and dealers can enhance their operations and profitability. Topics cover a range of issues faced by industry professionals, including effective educational partnerships, the significance of service advisors, accountability in leadership, mentorship, and the evolving landscape of technician training. Each episode features insights from shop owners, technicians, and educators who share their personal stories and challenges, aiming to attract new talent to the field and improve the future of the industry. The conversational style encourages a collaborative environment, motivating listeners with relatable experiences and expert advice.
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Beyond the Wrench launched 6 years ago and published 287 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Beyond the Wrench include:
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2. Jason Issacs
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