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Hey folks! Who knew a broken leg could be so much fun!! Got my right femur broken Nov 16 and been on the mend! Been able to get back into the shop the last few weeks. Things are picking up just gotta hold on a bit longer! Hope everyone had a great holiday and look forward to getting back in here more often!

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Tough break in more ways than one. How are you managing financially???? Jeff, have you managed to have someone keep the shop open?

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My son has been a godsend. He is a good tech but don't like the work, an electrician by trade. He was able to keep the doors up for us. We didn't schedule any work he wasn't capable of. I hope the snow birds start flocking in soon. Financially it is getting tough. As a rule from Thanksgiving till after the new year we are generally slow and this year was no exception! Like I said just gotta hold on a little longer....by the Grace of God!

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My son has been a godsend. He is a good tech but don't like the work, an electrician by trade. He was able to keep the doors up for us. We didn't schedule any work he wasn't capable of. I hope the snow birds start flocking in soon. Financially it is getting tough. As a rule from Thanksgiving till after the new year we are generally slow and this year was no exception! Like I said just gotta hold on a little longer....by the Grace of God!

Sounds tough! Keep us posted and let us know if it gets too tough and I mean it. PM me if you need to talk.

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That ain't good... a broken leg that is. But it's good you could keep the doors open. Well... keep at it... just don't break anything else.... like the bank account. LOL

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Gonzo as it stands today the bank is broke. I need to generate 1500 in net revenues by Wend. or it is done. I have tried, given it my best fight. I haven't given up but it aint lookin good! I believe in answered prayers so to that end I have put it in Gods hands. Thanks for the well wishes everyone!

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Gonzo as it stands today the bank is broke. I need to generate 1500 in net revenues by Wend. or it is done. I have tried, given it my best fight. I haven't given up but it aint lookin good! I believe in answered prayers so to that end I have put it in Gods hands. Thanks for the well wishes everyone!

Jeff, do you have a PayPal Account if some of us want to help?

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I guess I did have an account. i remember now setting it up several years ago in order to buy a users manual for an old wheel balancer I had. I just updated all the info.

And I want to say thanks in advance to everyone here in ASO. Regardless how this turns out I can say this is one of the best forums I have participated in. You all have made a huge difference in my business as well as personally. Thank you all !

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Jeff, I sent you some help and would encourage our other members to help out as they are able. Joe, if I am out of line hear please let me know.

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I'm sending what I can... hope it helps. Hey, don't forget... I'll be in Florida the first week of February. Look me up if ya can.

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I am sorry to say the profile was out of date. I have corrected the address. Thanks folks!

I thought the address looked wrong on your profile so being the old parts dog that I am I looked you up in the phone book and got the correct address to send my help

snail mail.

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Gonzo where are you going to be?

I'll be in Orlando. at the MACS convention. all week. arrive on Tues. (night) fly back out on Sunday.

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By the grace of God and good friends, YES! With the kindness of you folks here at ASO and answered prayers we made it. Work picked up and by Thursday we were able to cover the bills and keep everything turned on.

Thank you all for your prayers and contributions. I was trying to explain to my girlfriend what you folks here at ASO were doing for me. I began to tear up and could barely finish what I was saying. To that end, THANK YOU FRIENDS AT ASO!

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WOW...didn't realize how long I had neglected to check BACK in here at ASO! Finished physical therapy this week. Still have a slight limp but the therapist thinks that will go away with time. I just need to focus on not limping. The shop has been rocking and we are close to setting records. ANSWERED PRAYERS!! Thanks again everyone! Will try to check in again soon as I get a minute!

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      It always amazes me when I hear about a technician who quits one repair shop to go work at another shop for less money. I know you have heard of this too, and you’ve probably asked yourself, “Can this be true? And Why?” The answer rests within the culture of the company. More specifically, the boss, manager, or a toxic work environment literally pushed the technician out the door.
      While money and benefits tend to attract people to a company, it won’t keep them there. When a technician begins to look over the fence for greener grass, that is usually a sign that something is wrong within the workplace. It also means that his or her heart is probably already gone. If the issue is not resolved, no amount of money will keep that technician for the long term. The heart is always the first to leave. The last thing that leaves is the technician’s toolbox.
      Shop owners: Focus more on employee retention than acquisition. This is not to say that you should not be constantly recruiting. You should. What it does means is that once you hire someone, your job isn’t over, that’s when it begins. Get to know your technicians. Build strong relationships. Have frequent one-on-ones. Engage in meaningful conversation. Find what truly motivates your technicians. You may be surprised that while money is a motivator, it’s usually not the prime motivator.
      One last thing; the cost of technician turnover can be financially devastating. It also affects shop morale. Do all you can to create a workplace where technicians feel they are respected, recognized, and know that their work contributes to the overall success of the company. This will lead to improved morale and team spirit. Remember, when you see a technician’s toolbox rolling out of the bay on its way to another shop, the heart was most likely gone long before that.
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