
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, 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 | 335 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | AutomotiveBusinessCareersLeisure | |||

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Cole Conrad, Senior Vice President of Product Management at Milwaukee Tool, breaks down how Milwaukee Tool's growth into transportation trades wasn't a step-by-step plan—it was patience and instinct, one tool at a time. In this episode, recorded live... 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.
But ... more
Great podcast focused on the world of mechanics and helping grow a career not just a job
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- 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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