Best Chris Cotton Podcasts (2024)

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Stop With The Mom & Pop! [E185] 7:43

7h ago7:43

7:43

The Weekly Blitz is brought to you by our friends over at Shop Marketing Pros. If you want to take your shop to the next level, you need great marketing. Shop Marketing Pros does top-tier marketing for top-tier shops. Click here to learn more about Top Tier Marketing by Shop Marketing Pros and schedule a demo: https://shopmarketingpros.com/chris/ C…

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Stop With The Mom & Pop! [E185] - Chris Cotton Weekly Blitz 7:43

1h ago7:43

7:43

The Weekly Blitz is brought to you by our friends over at Shop Marketing Pros. If you want to take your shop to the next level, you need great marketing. Shop Marketing Pros does top-tier marketing for top-tier shops. Click here to learn more about Top Tier Marketing by Shop Marketing Pros and schedule a demo: https://shopmarketingpros.com/chris/ C…

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Talking Numbers with Chris Cotton [E138] 54:48

2d ago54:48

54:48

In this episode, Hunt Demarest, an experienced CPA specializing in the auto repair industry, sits down with Chris Cotton, a renowned auto repair shop coach and owner of Autofix Auto Shop Coaching. Together, they dive into the challenges and strategies of optimizing shop productivity and profitability. They talk about: The importance of labor hours …

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RU313 ANDREW FLORES AKA THE BIG SIGNORELLI ON LACAN, MARX, MARTIAL ARTS, VANISHING MEDIATORS, MEMES 1:00:16

5h ago1:00:16

1:00:16

RU313: ANDREW FLORES AKA THE BIG SIGNORELLI ON LACAN, MARX, MEMES, THE VANISHING MEDIATORS http://www.renderingunconscious.org/psychoanalysis/ru313/Rendering Unconscious episode 313.Andrew Flores aka The Big Singorelli is an auto didactic in Lacanian psychoanalysis, philosophy, theology, and Marxism. He is also the co host of an online psychoanalyt…

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Episode 185 - Insights on the Future of Right to Repair With The CEO of Opus IVS Brian Herron 55:16

35m ago55:16

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed to become optimally profitable. Click here to schedule a free demo: https://info.shop-…

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How Confidence in Sports Boosts Mental Toughness and Performance 30:15

2h ago30:15

30:15

In this episode of The Athletic Mind, Taylor explores how confidence in sports plays a pivotal role in enhancing mental toughness and improving overall sports performance. She looks at how legendary athletes like Serena Williams and Simone Biles use visualization techniques and positive self-talk to stay focused and resilient in high-pressure situa…

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Eliminating Filler Words [E011] - Speak Up! 17:41

1h ago17:41

17:41

In this episode, we’re diving into the topic of filler words—those little sounds and phrases like "um," "uh," or "you know" that creep into phone calls, meetings, presentations, and everyday conversations. While nearly everyone uses filler words, they can become a problem when they’re habitual and detract from your message. We’ll explore why filler…

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Interview with RNC Co-Chair Lara Trump; Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly; Maryland Senate Candidate Larry Hogan; ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt 43:14

14m ago43:14

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On CNN’s State of the Union, RNC Co-Chair Lara Trump joins Dana Bash to discuss the state of the race with 30 days go to. Dana also presses Trump over false claims about Hurricane Helene relief and the 2020 election. Then, Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly joins Dana to discuss tensions in the Middle East and the state of the race in his critical battlegroun…

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266: Roast Battles and Face Lifts 1:28:58

11m ago1:28:58

1:28:58

I am joined by Tabitha Jones and Kyle Haunhorst to discuss the upcoming Cleveland Comedy Festival, the rise of the Roast Battle League and our favorite plastic surgeries.By Guiltless Podcast

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Profit is not a Dirty Word [FTR 106] 11:33

5h ago11:33

11:33

Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss, and 360 Payments Nichole Bennecoff discusses misunderstood and negatively perceived concepts of profit, especially within local businesses and the automotive repair industry. Nichole provides actionable advice to help business owners and employees alike understand the critical role of profit in business sustainabi…

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Mastering Gross Profit: Real World Stories from Shop Owners [THA 401] 36:19

15h ago36:19

36:19

Recorded at the 2024 Automotive Aftermarket Retailers of Ontario (AARO) Business Management and Lindertech Training Tradeshow, our panel discusses strategies for increasing gross profit, team harmony, and the significance of training the next generation of automotive professionals. By understanding and managing gross profit, embracing expert guidan…

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Global Perspective: Shop Owners Trip to China [RR 995] 39:06

3d ago39:06

39:06

Thanks to our Partners, AAPEX, NAPA TRACS, and Automotive Management Network Recorded at the 2024 Automotive Aftermarket Retailers of Ontario (AARO) Business Management and Lindertech Training Tradeshow, Emily Chung shares her recent trip to China with her 2 sons and father, discussing cultural experiences, manufacturing insights, and consumer diff…

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RU312: MICHELLE TEA ON MODERN MAGIC FOR CONTEMPORARY WITCHES 50:05

4d ago50:05

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RU312: MICHELLE TEA ON MODERN MAGIC FOR CONTEMPORARY WITCHES http://www.renderingunconscious.org/creativity/ru312-michelle-tea-on-modern-magic-for-contemporary-witches/Rendering Unconscious episode 312.Michelle Tea is here to talk about her new book MODERN MAGIC: Stories, Rituals, and Spells for Contemporary Witches. https://amzn.to/4erqjclFollow h…

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The Key to Happy Customers and Good Reviews with David Marks, Part 2 46:03

2d ago46:03

46:03

In this part 2 episode, Jimmy Purdy and David Marks discuss the critical role of effective communication in auto repair services. David highlights how understanding customer needs and tailoring communication can significantly improve service delivery and enhance customer satisfaction. The duo also explores the importance of creating a respectful an…

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Talking Numbers with Chris Cotton [E138] - Business By The Numbers 54:48

4d ago54:48

54:48

In this episode, Hunt Demarest, an experienced CPA specializing in the auto repair industry, sits down with Chris Cotton, a renowned auto repair shop coach and owner of Autofix Auto Shop Coaching. Together, they dive into the challenges and strategies of optimizing shop productivity and profitability. They talk about: The importance of labor hours …

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Brain Refactor: Optimize Your Internal Code To Thrive in Tech & Engineering with Dagna Bieda 35:50

3d ago35:50

35:50

Welcome to another fantastic session of the DevOps Toolchain podcast! Today, we have a genuinely transformative episode lined up for you. Dagna Bieda joins us; an engineer turned career coach who shares her journey from coding to guiding tech professionals toward impactful career transformations. In this episode, Dagna reveals her unique approach t…

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How To Work With A Marketing Partner [E120] - The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast 21:28

5d ago21:28

21:28

Today, we’re diving into a crucial topic—your role in making your marketing partnership a true success. While hiring a marketing company takes a lot of work off your plate, it doesn’t mean you can be completely hands-off. In fact, your involvement is essential to ensure your marketing reaches its full potential. We’ll cover the key responsibilities…

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Do You Want a Better Relationship with Clients & Employees? Go to Marriage Counselling! [E154] - Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z 30:02

5d ago30:02

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Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech Matt Fanslow dives into the intricacies of customer interactions within the automotive repair industry, highlighting the critical role of communication, trust, and validation. He draws insightful comparisons between personal relationships and client engagements, noting how defensive behavior from employees can u…

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Securing the Future: Insights from NASTF [RR 994] 32:31

4d ago32:31

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Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Auto Care Recorded at the 2024 Automotive Aftermarket Retailers of Ontario (AARO) Business Management and Lindertech Training Tradeshow, Carm sits down with Donny to explore his pivotal role at NASTF and his experiences working with automakers like Tesla. Donny shares behind-the-scenes insights on NASTF's technician supp…

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Episode 184 - Managing Workflow and Scheduling in High-Volume Auto Shops With Dan Vasquez and Jacob Wierengo 1:01:53

5d ago1:01:53

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed to become optimally profitable. Click here to schedule a free demo: https://info.shop-…

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Revolutionizing Athlete Performance with Dr. Ryan Comeau 50:55

5d ago50:55

50:55

In this episode, Taylor sits down with Ryan Comeau, CEO of Kinetisense, a revolutionary markerless motion capture technology transforming the clinical, employee wellness, and fitness industries. As a former collegiate hockey goalie who faced multiple non-contact sports injuries, Ryan's journey of innovation began with a personal mission: to solve t…

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Shut Up! - Speak Up! 23:40

7d ago23:40

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This Episode emphasizes the importance of pausing and leaving space for others to absorb information and engage with the things we’re speaking about. Whether you’re an advisor that talks themselves out of a sale - or an enthusiastic and passionate speaker that just has a hard time remembering to breathe, you’ll find yourself in good company listeni…

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Hawthorne Experiment [E184] 8:58

7d ago8:58

8:58

The Weekly Blitz is brought to you by our friends over at Shop Marketing Pros. If you want to take your shop to the next level, you need great marketing. Shop Marketing Pros does top-tier marketing for top-tier shops. Click here to learn more about Top Tier Marketing by Shop Marketing Pros and schedule a demo:https://shopmarketingpros.com/chris/ Ch…

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Hawthorne Experiment [E184] - Chris Cotton Weekly Blitz 8:58

7d ago8:58

8:58

The Weekly Blitz is brought to you by our friends over at Shop Marketing Pros. If you want to take your shop to the next level, you need great marketing. Shop Marketing Pros does top-tier marketing for top-tier shops. Click here to learn more about Top Tier Marketing by Shop Marketing Pros and schedule a demo:https://shopmarketingpros.com/chris/ Ch…

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Interviews with White House National Security Communications Adviser John Kirby; South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham; Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker 44:59

5d ago44:59

44:59

On CNN’s State of the Union, White House National Security Communications Adviser John Kirby joins Jake Tapper to discuss the upheaval in the Middle East after Israel killed the leader of Hezbollah. Next, South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham sits down with Jake to discuss the devastation from Hurricane Helene, the unrest in the Middle East, and Trump…

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265: Wedding Season (featuring Jessica Rosser) 1:33:48

5d ago1:33:48

1:33:48

I am joined by Jessica Rosser to discuss starting Bridal Bliss by Design, keeping wedding speeches to 2 minutes and what to do when your venue burns down.By Guiltless Podcast

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Flat Rate Pay: Controversies and Alternatives [FTR 105] 15:14

7d ago15:14

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss, and 360 Payments Recorded at the 2024 Automotive Aftermarket Retailers of Ontario (AARO) Business Management and Lindertech Training Tradeshow, Carlo Sabucco discusses the challenges of flat rate pay systems in the automotive repair industry, particularly for new technicians. He highlights the steep learning curve…

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All Shop Owners Know Something That Other Owners Don’t Know! [RR 993] 40:54

8d ago40:54

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Thanks to our Partners, AAPEX, NAPA TRACS, and Automotive Management Network Recorded at the 2024 Automotive Aftermarket Retailers of Ontario (AARO) Business Management and Lindertech Training Tradeshow, discover how simply attending meetings can significantly improve net profit, the impact of cost management, and tips on leveraging technology for …

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Leadership Deep Dive: Styles, Blind Spots, and Solutions [THA 400] 46:00

8d ago46:00

46:00

Explore key leadership archetypes like the Motivator, the Builder, and Servant Leadership. Our panel shares the must-know strategies for effective communication, team building, and personal growth. Plus, they highlight the power of peer groups, continuous learning, and adapting your leadership style to different situations. This episode is perfect …

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Best Mechanics, Misdiagnoses, and Employee Management with David Marks, Part 1 48:35

9d ago48:35

48:35

Jimmy Purdy is joined by David Marks, owner of a full-service auto repair and used car dealership. David emphasizes the importance of having the diagnosing mechanic perform the repair to avoid blame-shifting and unresolved issues. Jimmy and David dive into the challenges of managing multiple employees, stressing the need for integrity and effective…

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Comparing the 2024 Presidential Tax Plans [E137] - Business By The Numbers 34:09

11d ago34:09

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In this episode of Business by the Numbers, Hunt Demarest, CPA, breaks down the latest tax proposals from Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, helping business owners understand what changes could impact their bottom line. Whether it’s Harris’s $50,000 small business deduction or Trump’s overtime tax elimination, Hunt offers critical insights into what’…

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Comparing the 2024 Presidential Tax Plans [E137] 34:09

9d ago34:09

34:09

In this episode of Business by the Numbers, Hunt Demarest, CPA, breaks down the latest tax proposals from Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, helping business owners understand what changes could impact their bottom line. Whether it’s Harris’s $50,000 small business deduction or Trump’s overtime tax elimination, Hunt offers critical insights into what’…

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Centralized Secrets Management Without the Chaos with Brian Vallelunga 36:13

9d ago36:13

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Today, we're speaking with Brian Vallelunga, the founder and CEO of Doppler, the pioneering secrets management platform designed specifically for developers. Brian's journey is nothing short of inspiring. From his early days as an intern at Uber, where he made significant safety improvements, to being named one of Forbes 30 under 30, Brian's assert…

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Sam Read, Sustainable Entertainment Alliance 40:43

10d ago40:43

40:43

This episode is the third in our series on how the media and entertainment industries are integrating climate change into their storytelling and TV show and film production processes. This episode features Sam Read, Executive Director of the Sustainable Entertainment Alliance, a consortium of major studios and streamers including Disney, Netflix, a…

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Rapid Fire Questions with Tracy Capriotto [E153] - Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z 47:41

12d ago47:41

47:41

Rapid Fire Questions with Tracy Capriotto! Watch Full Video Episode Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech NAPA Autotech’s team of ASE Master Certified Instructors are conducting over 1,200 classes covering 28 automotive topics. To see a selection, go to napaautotech.com for more details. Contact Information Email Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.com D…

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In 2024 You Cannot Create Original Content [E119] - The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast 11:38

13d ago11:38

11:38

Want to make your content stand out in 2024? In this episode, we’ll discuss why creating completely original content isn’t the key—and what really drives success in today’s competitive landscape. You’ll learn how to take existing topics and make them your own by adding your unique voice and perspective. We’ll show you how to keep your shop at the f…

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RU311: DRS KASPER OPSTRUP & TIM RUDBØG ON A TIDE OF GHOSTS- ESOTERICISM & ART BEYOND FACT & FICTION 58:44

11d ago58:44

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RU311: KASPER OPSTRUP & TIM RUDBØG ON A TIDE OF GHOSTS: ESOTERICISM & ART BEYOND FACT & FICTION http://www.renderingunconscious.org/art/ru311-kasper-opstrup-tim-rudbog-on-a-tide-of-ghosts-esotericism-art-beyond-fact-fiction/Rendering Unconscious episode 311.Drs. Kasper Opstrup & Tim Rudbøg are here to discuss their upcoming conference A Tide of Gho…

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Bruised, But Battle Hardened Business [RR 992] 31:50

11d ago31:50

31:50

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Auto Care Armen Jacjakian, a shop owner who immigrated from Dubai to Canada, and Alan Beech, his business coach, share insights on overcoming initial business struggles, the importance of cash flow management, and the transformative impact of coaching. Listeners are left with valuable takeaways about the importance of me…

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Episode 183 - The Vomitorium, Self-Help Rants, and Lucas's Yard Sale Insult With Kieran O'Brien of Shopgenie 1:25:51

12d ago1:25:51

1:25:51

Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed to become optimally profitable. Click here to schedule a free demo: https://info.shop-…

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Coaching is Teaching [E183] 10:55

14d ago10:55

10:55

The Weekly Blitz is brought to you by our friends over at Shop Marketing Pros. If you want to take your shop to the next level, you need great marketing. Shop Marketing Pros does top-tier marketing for top-tier shops. Click here to learn more about Top Tier Marketing by Shop Marketing Pros and schedule a demo:https://shopmarketingpros.com/chris/ Ch…

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Coaching is Teaching [E183] - Chris Cotton Weekly Blitz 10:55

15d ago10:55

10:55

The Weekly Blitz is brought to you by our friends over at Shop Marketing Pros. If you want to take your shop to the next level, you need great marketing. Shop Marketing Pros does top-tier marketing for top-tier shops. Click here to learn more about Top Tier Marketing by Shop Marketing Pros and schedule a demo:https://shopmarketingpros.com/chris/ Ch…

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Communicating in Crisis - Part Deux - Speak Up! 20:57

15d ago20:57

20:57

In the previous episode Craig told the story of a serious encounter while on his regular evening ruck. Telling a story that is still being ‘experienced’ is a challenging matter! Common advice for communicators is to be cautious about speaking on things you are still going through - it can be difficult while facets of an event are still being proces…

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Interviews with Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer; Republican Sen. Tom Cotton; Democratic North Carolina Gubernatorial Candidate Josh Stein 44:35

12d ago44:35

44:35

On CNN’s State of the Union, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer joins Jake Tapper to respond to Donald Trump saying women “will no longer be thinking about abortion” if he wins. Then, Jake challenges Republican Sen. Tom Cotton over Trump’s comments suggesting Jewish voters would bear some blame if he loses in November. Next, Democratic North Carolina g…

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264: A Superfan...of Content (featuring Kent Heckel) 1:57:11

12d ago1:57:11

1:57:11

I am joined by Kent Heckel to discuss creating content for his clients, the metrics behind his business and having your first egg burger in the woods.By Guiltless Podcast

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The Impact of DVI’s On Sales and Shop Efficiency [FTR 104] 9:02

14d ago9:02

9:02

Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss, and 360 Payments Recorded at the 2024 Automotive Aftermarket Retailers of Ontario (AARO) Business Management and Lindertech Training Tradeshow, Dilraj Sekhon discusses the transformative impact of digital vehicle inspections (DVI) in automotive repair shops. Dilraj addresses common hesitations from technicians and…

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