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Artwork for Success Leaves Clues: An Automotive Industry Podcast

Success Leaves Clues: An Automotive Industry Podcast

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Auto Repair
Automotive Repair
Shop Fix Academy
True Torque Diesel
Automotive Industry
Mentorship
Leadership
Shopfix Academy
Family Business
Personal Growth
Customer Trust
Mike Brewster
Business Management
Alabama
Marketing Strategies
Employee Engagement
Gill's Garage
Community Business
Motivation
Female Empowerment

Success Leaves Clues. This common phrase highlights the simple fact that we don’t have to find success all on our own. In an industry internally known for individualism, this is a powerful but important shift to the view of finding success. In this podcast, you’ll hear incredible stories from those from all parts of our industry. Owners, Service Advisors, technicians, those who work for companies ... more

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Artwork for Success Leaves Clues: An Automotive Industry Podcast

Latest Episodes

Joe Stokes joins us for our first episode of 2026 to kick off the year with hard-earned leadership insights. As the leader responsible for managing multiple shops across the country, Joe has seen it all—and knows what it takes to keep operations runn... more

Join Aaron and Jay as they wrap up an incredible year on the podcast and look ahead to the opportunities coming in 2026. With a standout lineup of guests and powerful stories of growth and change, this year set the stage for what’s next. As the auto ... more

In this episode, Aaron Miller discusses his business with his brother and the challenges they’ve faced along the way. Through many ups and downs, they’ve navigated a difficult path learning how to work together. Between the pressure of simply making ... more

In this episode Owen Buchanan sits down with us in between sessions at the Shop Fix Pro Conference. Owen spent 10 years grinding it out only to be met with a decision, close the doors or put away your ego and get help. Owen reached out to a friend an... more

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Recent Guests

Paul LeBlanc
An automotive entrepreneur who turned around his struggling family auto repair business
Episode: Family Fallout to Fantastic Success - Paul LeBlanc's Turnaround Story
Luke Walker
Owner of a shop in Columbus, Ohio, sharing his experiences and insights in the automotive repair industry
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Episode: Million-Month Garage Story with Luke Walker
Eric Walker
Shop owner and automotive technician with over 30 years of experience.
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Episode: From Garage to Growth: Eric Walker's Message to All Techs
Samantha Wright
Co-owner at Wright Auto Works
Wright Auto Works
Episode: Not Letting Your Past Define You with Samantha Wright
Ed Mylett
Entrepreneur, Author, and Personal Development Speaker
Episode: The Power of One More: Life-Changing Insights with Ed Mylett
Brett McKay
Co-owner of Pensacola AC Auto Repair
Pensacola AC Auto Repair
Episode: Building from Scratch: Brett and Tonya's Fast Path to Success in Pensacola
Tonya McKay
Co-owner of Pensacola AC Auto Repair and marketing strategist
Pensacola AC Auto Repair
Episode: Building from Scratch: Brett and Tonya's Fast Path to Success in Pensacola
Jeff Skibo
Shop owner and business coach with a background in landscaping and automotive repair.
Episode: Let's go Skibo! One step back, ten steps forward. Creating an amazing life with Jeff Skibo.
Jack Getz
Automotive business owner who turned his shop into a multi-million dollar operation
Episode: Jack Getz's Automotive Business Multi-Million Transformation

Hosts

Jay
Host of the automotive industry podcast, known for engaging conversations with guests about success and resilience.
Aaron
Co-host who provides insights on the automotive business, often discussing marketing strategies and customer relationships.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Helpful and Inspiring!!

    A fantastic resource for auto repair shop owners! I learn something every time about the auto industry, and how it affects me and my shop.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BigJ.22
    United States2 years ago
  • Thomas Hayes is a leader in the automotive aftermarket and has made a career helping shops grow. He is one of the most caring and generous people I know and it comes through on his incredibly helpful podcast for shops. Check out his show and I am sure you will be "binge listening" before you know it.

    Podchaser
    5
    Ryan Burton
    3 years ago
  • Definately recommend to all businesses specially automotive repair shops. Dive in, pay attention, and you will be amazed of all the success stories that you will listen too. There is no reason why anyone can’t succeed.

    Amazing Host Thomas Hays, Thank you for all you do.

    Podchaser
    5
    trustlaneautomotive
    3 years ago
  • Amazingly Helpful Podcast

    This podcast has been so helpful at motivating and helping me to see different points of view. Even on the stressful days it helps bring me back to my WHY and gives me some golden nuggets of info along the way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DTRMND18
    United States3 years ago
  • Very motivational

    Great podcast. Straight to the point. Wish the episodes were longer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J5erra
    United States3 years ago

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Many find the discussions relatable and motivating, particularly regarding the challenges faced in the automotive industry.
The format is praised for its straightforward and impactful content, making it valuable for industry professionals.

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Family Fallout to Fantastic Success - Paul LeBlanc's Turnaround Story
Q: What are you doing differently to not repeat those mistakes?
Time, I definitely coach both my boys' baseball teams and am super intentional with the time that I spend with them.
Family Fallout to Fantastic Success - Paul LeBlanc's Turnaround Story
Q: So Paul, where should we start, man?
At the beginning.
Million-Month Garage Story with Luke Walker
Q: Tell us about your why.
My drive is to make an impact and help others level up and reach greater positions of influence and income through the company.
From Fighter Jets to Auto Shops: Jason's leap into Auto Repair
Q: How has your revenue changed since you started?
In my first year of business, we did about $375,000, and now we are tracking towards $3.2 million this year, showing significant growth.
From Fighter Jets to Auto Shops: Jason's leap into Auto Repair
Q: What challenges did you face when taking over the shop?
I had to realize that my father and I were in different places in life regarding our business vision, which led me to give him an ultimatum to either part ways or for me to buy him out.

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Focused on the automotive industry, this podcast features dynamic conversations with a variety of industry professionals, including shop owners, technicians, and service advisors. Each episode emphasizes the importance of shared experiences and practical insights, allowing listeners to uncover valuable strategies for success. Noteworthy themes include personal growth, overcoming adversity, marketing strategies, and community impact, created through the lens of real-life challenges and triumphs faced by guests in their careers. The approach taken combines motivational storytelling with actionable teaching, which is particularly beneficial for individuals seeking guidance in their automotive careers or business ventures.

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1. Changing The Industry Podcast
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2. Luke Walker
3. Eric Walker
4. Samantha Wright
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6. Brett McKay
7. Tonya McKay
8. Jeff Skibo

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