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If you own, manage or work in an automotive workshop – this podcast is for you. Andrew Uglow has followed his passion for discovering the secrets of how things work and how to fix them, since falling in love with all things ‘cars’ as a teenager, Always ‘hands-on,’ whether as an apprentice, working in national roles for global manufacturers, or running his own business, his quest for the how and why of both people and technology has given him a unique and important perspective, especially tim ...
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Unlocking Technical Excellence: The Power of Resourcefulness
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Traditionally, training has focused on an expansive array of technical knowledge, but has underestimated the power of teaching resourcefulness. Learn how this overlooked skill can transform technicians into problem-solving gurus who accelerate your business's success. Plus, part 2 of a classroom acronym blunder Andrew has a variety of free download…
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Automotive Industry Challenges: Skills, Solutions, and Success
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Struggling to find qualified techs in a world of Teslas and self-driving cars? Dive headfirst into the wrenching world of the automotive skills shortage. We'll crack open the difference between a skills gap and a skills abyss, and explore the challenges of training techs in a high-speed industry. Andrew even shares a hilarious (and eye-opening) sto…
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Unlocking Talent: Technical Development Roadmap
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Let's talk real about the grease under the fingernails of technical training. This episode, we're digging deeper than dusty manuals and routine oil changes. We're breaking the "technical training only" curse and uncovering the hidden horsepower in your crew. Forget robots on the assembly line – we're talking about unleashing the human potential wit…
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Fostering Technician Engagement Beyond Just Financial Incentives
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Ep 5: Fostering Technician Engagement Beyond Just Financial Incentives We smash open the myth of the "money-motivated mechanic" and reveal their true passions - problem-solving, tinkering with cars, and making a difference. Join us as we explore how focusing on technician well-being, not just paychecks, unlocks magic under the hood. You'll discover…
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OOPS! - The Biggest Workshop Myth Busted!
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Join us as we explore the invisible forces grinding down your business and discover the unexpected culprits behind them. Buckle up for a mind-bending ride through leadership styles, internal beliefs, and the surprising truth about who's really in control. You'll learn how to identify and eliminate friction points, watch your efficiency soar, and re…
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Your Workshop MVP & Why That Matters - part 2
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Ditch the showroom sparkle and head straight for the heart of the workshop, where real automotive heroes get greasy! This episode throws the spotlight on technicians, the often-underrated engine that drives your business. We'll smash the "knuckle-dragging mechanic" myth and reveal them as the skilled experts they truly are. Buckle up for an insight…
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Your Workshop MVP & Why That Matters - part 1
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Stuck chasing solutions for elusive problems? Dive deep into this episode as we crack the code on nailing the right problem before you even think about the fix. Learn the art of accurate definition, uncovering the true culprit lurking beneath the surface. Unleash the power of patterns hidden in data, transforming problems from isolated incidents in…
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Moving From 'Friction' to 'Friction-less'
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Feeling stuck in a business rut? Buckle up! Andrew, fresh from the automotive trenches, shares his grease-stained wisdom on revving up your workforce and leaving outdated strategies in the dust. He tackles the skills shortage head-on, offering practical ways to attract and keep top talent. Forget unmotivated cogs in your machine – Andrew unlocks th…
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