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The Jaded Mechanic Podcast

My name is Jeff, and I"d like to welcome you on a journey of reflection and insight into the tolls and triumphs of a career in automotive repair. After more than 20 years of skinned knuckles and tool debt, I want to share my perspective and hear other people"s thoughts about our industry. So pour yourself a strong coffee or grab a cold Canadian beer and get ready for some great conversation.

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All Episodes

121:10

Lucas Underwood Gets Real About Leadership, Life, and...

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/04/29

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREIn this episode, Jeff Compton and Lucas Underwood get real about the realities of shop ownership and the repair industry. Lucas harps on why you need to build better systems and processes, mainly to avoid burnout. They both get heated about the technician pay structure, industry culture, and

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76:28

Why Training and Networking Matter in Auto Repair |...

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/04/22

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREIn this episode, Jeff Compton is joined by Brett T. Fadley to discuss the upcoming TOOLS training event in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Brett shares how TOOLS got started and how far it's come, but then gets into the challenges the auto repair industry has today. To get where the industry needs

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109:24

Ben Dellaria From 3T's Automotive on YouTube | What's...

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/04/15

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREIn this episode, Jeff chats with Ben Dellaria from the Three T's Automotive YouTube Channel. Ben reflects on his journey from working at dealerships and independent shops to becoming a successful mobile mechanic, emphasizing the importance of professional conduct and strategic decision-making

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87:48

Joshua Taylor Says The Repair Industry Has a...

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/04/08

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREIn this episode, Jeff is joined by Joshua Taylor. Joshua says accountability is important for both technicians and management to have a successful business. He and Jeff also discuss the disconnect between pay and job satisfaction, uncovering that care, empathy, and validation are often more

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110:19

Keith Perkins Gets Mad Daily At How Shops Are Ran

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/04/01

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREToday, Jeff is joined by Keith Perkins from L1 Training and Diagnostics. Keith gets fired up about investing in your own skills and tools to succeed in the automotive repair industry. They both comment on issues with flat rate systems and how they can negatively impact the teamwork culture

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73:40

Challenges vs Rewards in Mobile Diagnostics | Sean...

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/03/25

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREIn this episode, Jeff Compton is joined by fellow podcaster Sean Tipping. Sean talks about his journey in the automotive industry and how he got to where he is today. He highlights the challenges and rewards of working on complex automotive diagnostics, such as parasitic draws and

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75:06

Remember Monster Garage? Tom of Big Dog Custom Diesel...

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/03/18

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREIn this episode of The Jaded Mechanic, Jeff Compton chats with Tom from Big Dog Custom Diesel. Tom remembers his appearance on Monster Garage and how that kickstarted his career transition from working at a Ford dealership to starting his shop. He and Jeff also cover the struggles of running

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83:44

Zach Cypert | Why Does Everyone Get So Upset Online?

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/03/11

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREIn this episode of The Jaded Mechanic podcast, Jeff Compton is joined by Zach Cypert from L1 Diagnostics. Today, he and Jeff talk about the outrageous things people say in popular Facebook groups, and share stories about misdiagnosed or improperly repaired jobs. 00:00 Journey to Automotive

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130:45

Drac From TikTok (Eric Pierce) | Stories and Struggles

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/03/04

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREIn this episode, Jeff welcomes Eric Pierce AKA Drac from TikTok. Eric shares his journey through the dealership, highlighting his challenges with management and the lack of adequate compensation, despite the high door rate. He also talks about the physical toll of the job after his motorcycle

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73:04

Is the Future Scary Or Exciting? | Mickey Leech with...

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/02/25

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREMickey Leech is the CEO of Schumacher Electric. Today, he and Jeff talk about the EV battery charging market, other industry technological advancements, and how to grow within today's industry. They also discuss how to support and equip young technicians with tools, training, and care, to

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86:23

If You Feel Handcuffed To Your Job, Murray Voth Is...

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/02/18

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREIn this episode, Murray Voth from RPM Training chats with Jeff. Murray starts with what he called "emotional discounting" at repair shops, and how the industry needs to shift from this. He also discusses shop owners' challenges when they feel "handcuffed" to their businesses and explores

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81:37

Lester Kovacs from Dorman Products | The Repair...

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/02/11

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERELester Kovacs is from Dorman Products. Today, he and Jeff discuss the challenges faced by Dorman in obtaining feedback from technicians about defective parts and why they need better communication from the industry. Jeff reflects on the reputation of aftermarket parts and that he's seen

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84:03

Big Iron Doctor from TikTok Talks About Issues in the...

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/02/04

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREToday's guest is Josiah Meiring, the Big Iron Doctor on TikTok. Josiah talks about the issues in the heavy equipment servicing industry, particularly how technicians are severely underpaid. He talks about when he worked at a John Deere dealership and why he left to be a mechanic, saying his

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58:44

Mike Allen Says Ethics Need to Improve in Auto Repair

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/01/28

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREMike Allen owns Carfix Auto Repair and Tires in Raleigh, NC. He's also the President of the Automotive Service and Tire Alliance of North Carolina. He just started a podcast of his own, too! Confessions of a Shop Owner with Mike Allen. Check it out here! Today, Jeff and Mike discuss how to

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69:47

Mark Elliot from TikTok on Good Diagnostic Techniques

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/01/21

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREMark Elliot, a TikTok creator, joins Jeff Compton today. Mark discusses the importance of smaller, focused training sessions for effective learning, sharing his recent experience with a modern turbos diagnosis course. Jeff and Mark also talk about the challenges and benefits of finding

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62:35

Tonnika Haynes talks Family, Business, and Auto Repair

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/01/14

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREJeff Compton is joined by Tonnika Haynes, owner of Brown's Automotive in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Tonnika talks about growing up in the family business and what it's like to now carry on her father's legacy. Jeff draws on his memories of his father's meticulous craftsmanship, touching

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50:55

Is AI and New Technology Good for Auto Repair? Sunil...

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2025/01/07

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERESunil Patel is the founder of Tekmetric and Kieran O'Brien is the co-founder of Shop GenieIn today's episode, Kieran emphasizes training service advisors to improve sales performance through enhanced communication and technology adoption. Sunil shares his journey from medicine to founding

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65:44

Becky Witt Talks Technicians and Customer Communication

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2024/12/31

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREJeff Compton is joined by Becky Witt, who shares her experiences and strategies for running a successful auto repair shop. Becky discusses the critical importance of hiring skilled front counter staff who excel in customer interaction, emphasizing that technical skills are not always

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51:34

Charles "The Humble Mechanic" on YouTube Success and...

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2024/12/24

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREJeff Compton is joined by Charles, known as the "Humble Mechanic." Charles talks about his journey of content creation on YouTube, beginning with simple iPhone videos that unexpectedly gained traction. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship and fostering enthusiasm in young automotive

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64:55

Young Techs Need to Listen to THIS! Andrew Gonyou’s...

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast ·

2024/12/17

Thanks to our sponsor Promotive! Find your dream job today: gopromotive.com/jeff In this episode, Jeff Compton is joined by Andrew Gonyou to talk about the significance of collaboration over competition within the auto repair industry. Jeff reflects on the challenges and rewards of fostering a culture of continuous learning and critical thinking, emphasizing the importance of leaving a meaningful legacy. Both Jeff and Andrew share personal anecdotes highlighting the necessity of finding a

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