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By Joe Marconi in Joe's Blog1 commentI am going to borrow a quote from billionaire, Warren Buffet, “The best investment you can make is in yourself,” This statement, while simplistic, speaks volumes. A shop owner is much more than a boss, a shop owner is a leader. And leaders are solely responsible for the success of their team. This means that you must work hard and commit to a life of continuous learning and improvement. It also means that if the team fails, a leader must always blame himself or herself for that failure and find ways to improve.
For your business to flourish, you must invest your time and energy in understanding what your role is in your company. It also means that you must be committed to continually improving your level of competence. This does not mean that every task is your responsibility. However, it does mean that the buck stops with you. If your business is not where it needs to be, or you are looking for increased growth, then it is your obligation to do the hard work and set goals, have the vision, perform the research, and develop the plan to achieve your overall objectives.
When you invest in yourself to become the best leader and the best businessperson you can be, others around you will feed off your energy and your passion. This sends a strong message to everyone on your team that you have what it takes to bring the company to the next level.
One last thing, another obligation to your company is assembling the right team of people around you. Once you have the right people, you need to invest in them too. Find what truly motivates them, not what you believe inspires them. Be a coach to your employees and always strive to bring out the best in them. Be strong with your convictions and expectations, build strong relationships with your employees, and don’t be afraid of admitting when you drop the ball.
While Warren Buffet is best known for making billions of dollars with his investment strategies, I want to believe that this quote has its basis in something that money cannot buy.
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By carmcapriotto
Aaron Weber, a shop owner from D & E Auto Repair in Chico, California, discusses his experience during the devastating Paradise Campfire in November 2018. Aaron shares how he and his family lost everything in the fire and had to start from scratch. He is transparent about the challenges they faced, including dealing with insurance, finding temporary housing, and seeking assistance. Despite the difficulties, Aaron emphasizes the importance of compassion and empathy, and how this experience has made him a better leader.
Aaron Weber, D & E Auto Repair, Chico, CA
Show Notes
Watch Full Video Episode The fire hits Paradise (00:00:59) Aaron discusses the devastating Paradise Camp Fire in November 2018, one of the most destructive fires in California history. Starting from scratch (00:01:10) Aaron talks about how he and his family had to start over with nothing after losing everything in the fire. Evacuating and escaping the fire (00:03:07) Aaron describes the chaotic evacuation process and the harrowing experience of driving through the fire to escape. The evacuation and traffic (00:07:22) Aaron describes the time frame of leaving work, getting home, and being stuck in traffic while evacuating from Paradise to Chico. Watching the news and waiting (00:07:56) Aaron and his family watch the news at his sister's apartment, observing the live coverage of the fire and the challenges faced by those evacuating. Finding out the house is gone (00:11:12) Aaron sees a video on Facebook showing his property after the fire, confirming that his house is completely destroyed. The struggle to find assistance (00:15:13) Aaron discusses the challenges of getting assistance after the fire, including waiting in line and people taking advantage of the system. The need for help and support (00:17:10) Aaron talks about the help he received from his sister, a GoFundMe campaign, and the support of the community. The importance of love and compassion (00:19:21) Aaron reflects on the lessons he learned from the experience, including the importance of love, compassion, and empathy in leadership and life. The challenges of starting a new business (00:22:57) Aaron talks about his experience in buying an auto repair shop six months after the fire and the unexpected difficulties he faced in getting it up and running. Lessons learned from the fire (00:26:46) Aaron reflects on the lessons he learned from surviving the fire, including the importance of being vigilant and aware of one's surroundings, as well as the continuous learning and growth that comes with running a business. The ups and downs of business (00:28:24) Discussion about the challenges and fluctuations in running a business, including learning new technology and maintaining high performance. The power of attitude (00:29:13) Exploration of the importance of perception and attitude in overcoming challenges and achieving success. Starting over and seizing opportunities (00:30:04) Lessons learned from starting from scratch after losing everything in a fire, emphasizing the value of seizing opportunities and never being too old to start over. Thanks to our Partners, AAPEX and NAPA TRACS
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By carmcapriotto
Carm Capriotto hosts a panel discussion on family businesses, specifically focusing on the challenges faced by sons of bosses (SOBs). Andrew Marcotte and Anthony Campanella share their experiences of working in their family businesses and the unique dynamics that come with it. They discuss the perception of nepotism and the importance of earning respect and value in their own right. They also discuss leadership development, work-life balance, communication, and succession planning in family businesses.
Andrew Marcotte, American Pride Automotive, 5 locations, Virginia. Andrew's previous episodes HERE
Anthony Campanella, Paul Campanella's Auto and Tire Center, 5 locations, Delaware and Pennsylvania Show Notes:
Watch Video Episode The challenges of being in a family business (00:01:04) Discussion on the unique dynamics and challenges of working in a family business, including the pressure to succeed and the need to earn one's position. Nepotism in family businesses (00:02:19) Exploration of the negative connotations and perceptions associated with nepotism in family businesses, and the importance of earning respect and value independently. Learning to be a leader in a family business (00:06:39) Conversation about the innate qualities and acquired skills necessary to become an effective leader. Positive affirmations and leadership development (00:08:16) Discussion on the effectiveness of positive affirmations in leadership development and the importance of focusing on minor wins. Work-life balance in a family business (00:09:22) Exploration of how to draw the line between work and personal life in a family business and the realization of not letting work interfere with personal time. High expectations in a family business (00:14:20) Being expected to handle various issues and tasks in the family business due to their upbringing and the trust built over the years. The importance of communication (00:16:42) The significance of effective communication in their businesses and how it helps in avoiding misunderstandings and aligning perspectives. Transitioning to a visionary role (00:18:00) Andrew talks about his plan to become the visionary for the company and the importance of having a support staff in place for a smooth transition. Complementing each other's strengths (00:20:37) Anthony and Andrew highlight how their different approaches to decision-making, one being data-driven and the other relying on gut feel, complement each other and contribute to the success of their businesses. The importance of transparency and trust in growing a small business (00:24:02) Being transparent and trustworthy in order to grow a small business and change the negative perception of the automotive industry. The value of networking and community involvement in the automotive field (00:24:57) Anthony shares how his father taught him the value of networking and being involved in the community to build a positive reputation in the automotive industry. The impact of peer mentorship and learning from others in the industry (00:27:49) The profound effect of being part of a coaching group like Transformers, where they have been able to learn from and be inspired by other successful operators in the industry. Thanks to our Partners Shop-Ware and Delphi Technologies
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By carmcapriotto
In this podcast episode, Coach Chris Cotton discusses the survey he created to understand why technicians are leaving the automotive industry, and sharing insights from the responses received so far. The top reasons include pay, benefits, work-life balance, and poor management. Coach Chris emphasizes the importance of addressing these issues to retain employees. He also highlights the need to attract more technicians to the independent sector and concludes by emphasizing the role of good owners or leaders in employee retention.
The age distribution of survey respondents [00:03:34] The speaker discusses the age range of the survey respondents, which includes people from 18 to 56 years old. Reasons for leaving the industry [00:05:58] The speaker explores the comments and opinions of technicians who have left the industry, focusing on the negative impact of dealerships. Alternative industries technicians are entering [00:08:42]. The speaker shares the various industries that technicians are transitioning into, including elevator and escalator maintenance, cybersecurity, construction, farming, and industrial mechanics. The main reasons for leaving the industry [00:11:59] Discusses the top four reasons people leave the industry: pay, benefits, work-life balance, and poor management. The importance of fixing pay and benefits [00:13:10] Emphasizes the need to address pay structure and pricing to improve pay, benefits, and work-life balance. The lack of effort to retain employees [00:16:38] Highlights that most respondents said that no one tried to keep them in the industry when they gave notice, suggesting a lack of effort from owners or leaders.
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