
Weekly inspiration from automotive service business coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. www.autoshopcoaching.com Run Your Shop. Don't Let It Run You.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 273 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ManagementBusinessEntrepreneurship | |||

Podcast Description
Last week we discussed the purpose of answering the phone. This week we're taking the next step—how to coach service advisors after the call.
Coach Chris Cotton shares the exact process he uses with AutoFix Auto Shop Coaching cl... more
Most service advisors think their job on the phone is to answer questions.
They're wrong.
In this episode, Coach Chris Cotton explains why the only objective of every incoming phone call is to secure the appointment and how that one mindset shift c... more
Build a Business Worth Owning... and Worth Buying
What is your business actually worth?
If you don't know the answer, you're not alone—but it's one of the most important questions every shop owner should be asking.
In this episode of The Weekly Bl... more
5 Lessons Every Shop Owner Should Steal from the Top 10%
The 2026 PMA Benchmark Report is packed with data—but numbers only matter if you know how to apply them.
In this episode, Coach Chris Cotton breaks down the five biggest lessons hidden inside... more
The latest PMA Benchmark Report confirmed something we've been teaching at AutoFix Coaching for years: the biggest problem facing most independent repair shops isn't labor rates, marketing, or even the technician shortage—it's leadership.
In this ep... more
Many auto repair shop owners struggle with cash flow despite having decent sales and respectable margins.
Why?
Sometimes the answer isn't on the Income Statement.
In this Weekly Blitz episode, I discuss why owner draws can become one of the most o... more
Want to know one of the fastest ways to determine if an auto repair shop is struggling?
Look at the parking lot.
If the same vehicles are sitting in the same spots for two weeks or longer, there is a good chance the shop has serious operational pro... more
Episode Overview
Technology is moving fast in the automotive repair industry — and that’s not a bad thing.
AI phone systems, automation tools, communication platforms, and workflow integrations all have the potential to improve efficiency, scalabil... more
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A leadership- and systems-focused show for automotive shop owners and managers, delivering practical coaching on turning a service business into a disciplined, scalable operation. Episodes center on building repeatable processes, tightening pricing and marketing, eliminating chaos, and aligning operations with growth goals. The host frequently emphasizes accountability, meaningful metrics, and the role of leadership in shaping culture and profitability, often weaving in real-world anecdotes and actionable steps listeners can implement that week. While sponsor mentions and partnerships with marketing services appear, the core value comes from blunt, no-nonsense guidance aimed at helping shops run more predictably, improve the customer experi... more
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