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The Limitless Leadership Podcast

The Limitless Leadership Podcast was created to help automotive repair shops learn how to lead, coach, train, and manage people better by sharing proven techniques and thought provoking interviews from industry leaders. The key to sustainable growth and profitability lies in the perfect synergy of leadership and performance, and we"re dedicated to helping aspiring leaders in the automotive repair industry tap into unrecognized potential to achieve limitless results. People + Process = Profit.

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Ep 181: Your Profit Problem Might Actually Be a...

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2026/10/07

In this episode, recorded live at the 2026 ASTA Expo in Raleigh, NC, Josh Parnell sits down with Michael Rosenberger, CEO of ShopFix Academy and a two-shop owner in Dallas with 30 years of experience in the automotive repair industry. Michael shares his journey from ShopFix member to coach to CEO, including how ShopFix training helped him rapidly increase sales during a cash crisis. He also discusses the leadership challenges that followed the tragic death of ShopFix founder Aaron Stokes and what it

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00:36:11

Ep 180: You Can’t Lead Others Until You Lead Yourself...

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2026/10/01

Live from ASTA Expo 2026, Josh Parnell sits down with Lola Schmidt of Schmidt Auto Care and J'anvieu Parnell, founder of Limitless Ladies, to talk about self leadership, identity, relationships, and leading with purpose. J'anvieu Parnell shares her journey from counseling to creating a community where women can support and encourage one another. Lola offers practical advice for working with a spouse, including setting boundaries, defining roles, creating separate workspaces, and knowing when to seek

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00:39:05

Ep 179: The Leadership Secret to Better Difficult...

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2026/09/23

In this episode, Josh Parnell sits down with Amy P. Kelly, USA Today best-selling author and VP of consulting for Jon Gordon’s companies, to discuss purpose-driven leadership, workplace culture, and why difficult conversations don’t have to be difficult. Amy shares her story and explains how the “P” in her name represents purpose, including how people can discover their purpose through serving others, recognizing patterns, identifying strengths, and paying attention to what brings fulfillment. She

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00:25:35

Ep 178: How This AI Is Helping Auto Repair Shops Work...

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2026/09/17

In this episode, Josh Parnell sits down with Jay Warida, co founder and CEO of Carvis, to discuss AI, automotive repair, and the future of shop operations. Jay shares his background as a mechanical engineer and data scientist at Ford and GM, and explains why AI should be an ally for repair shops. He breaks down how Carvis helps service advisors create customer friendly estimates, improve repair order language, handle objections, and streamline the sales process. He also shares how Carvis entered the

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00:44:10

Ep 177: Is AI Changing How Customers Trust Your Shop?...

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2026/09/15

In this episode, Josh Parnell sits down with Uwe Kleinschmidt, founder of AutoTech IQ, to talk about AI-powered digital inspections, customer education, AI search, reviews, transparency, and what leadership looks like in an increasingly AI-driven industry. AI isn't just changing how auto repair shops operate. It's changing how customers find you, evaluate you, and decide whether they trust you. One idea stood out: Transparency is the new trust. And leaders can't afford to simply use AI. They need to

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00:31:57

Ep 176: How a Near-Crash Paved the Way for His...

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2026/09/09

In this episode, Josh Parnell interviews former NASCAR driver and Safeway Driving CEO Brad Coleman about the near-crash that changed his life and sparked his passion for road safety. Brad shares his journey from racing to driver education, how a Nationwide Insurance simulator helped him understand the dangers of distracted driving, and how his family eventually took over Safeway Driving.Brad also explains the idea of “slowing down to speed up,” Safeway’s approach to driver education and safety, and

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00:35:56

Ep 175: Why Change Doesn't Have to Be Scary with Joe...

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2026/09/03

In this episode, Josh Parnell is with Joe Flammer, Account Executive at Broadly and former auto repair marketing professional, about leading through change, embracing feedback, and developing self-awareness. Joe shares how Broadly's evolution into AI-powered tools is helping small businesses improve customer communication and workflow automation, while reflecting on lessons from coaching, faith, and personal growth. The conversation explores navigating uncertainty, overcoming blind spots, emotional

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00:34:28

Ep 174: More Leads Won't Fix a Broken Sales Process...

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2026/09/01

In this episode, Josh Parnell welcomes Christian Mosley of Auto Mastery to discuss why generating leads is only the beginning of growing an independent auto repair shop. Christian explains how websites, SEO, and Google Ads can bring in potential customers, but shops still need to answer the phone, remove unnecessary friction, and confidently ask for the appointment.Drawing from his experience as a former shop owner, Christian explains how call recordings, transcripts, and data can reveal missed

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00:33:14

Ep 173: How to Upskill Leadership Skills in the AI...

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2026/08/26

In this episode, Josh Parnell welcomes Jacki Lutz, Content Director at the Auto Care Association, to discuss why automotive businesses need to build a strong digital presence as search increasingly shifts toward AI tools like ChatGPT. Jacki explains how the Auto Care Association supports the aftermarket through advocacy, education, and efforts like right to repair, while emphasizing the power of content and social media to attract customers and future technicians.Stop managing chaos and start

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00:42:03

Ep 172: People Don't Buy What They Can't Trust with...

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2026/08/20

In this episode, Josh Parnell welcomes Kamran Rahman and Saurav Kumar, co-founders of 47 Consulting, to discuss how authentic storytelling helps independent auto repair shops stand out. They explain why the automotive industry's values drew them in, how consistent video content builds trust before a customer ever visits the shop, and why the best marketing highlights the people behind the business. The conversation also explores leadership, creative partnerships, and building a brand that customers

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00:45:49

Ep 171: How Emotional Intelligence Makes Better...

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2026/08/18

In this episode, Josh Parnell welcomes Dan Taylor, Chief Learning Officer and Performance Coach for Power Peer Groups, to discuss how great leadership is built through emotional intelligence, communication, and continuous learning. Drawing from a career that includes Fortune 500 companies like FedEx, Dan shares why peer groups and coaching help leaders grow faster, how "speaking greatness" into others unlocks potential, and why most people succeed when given the right support, systems, and

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00:44:53

Ep 170: Why We Should Reject Mediocrity with Andrew...

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2026/08/12

In this episode, Josh interviews Andrew Klement, former Christian Brothers technician and new owner of Finley River Auto & Diesel in Ozark, Missouri, about launching his repair shop and building a culture centered on excellence. Andrew shares why excellence goes beyond clean facilities, it requires consistency, teamwork, continuous improvement, and a commitment to serving both customers and employees well. He also discusses hiring a coach early, creating a people-first workplace, learning from

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00:49:49

Ep 169: How They Doubled Revenue With Fewer People...

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2026/08/06

In this episode, Josh Parnell is with Brian Moak, 2025 Ratchet+Wrench All-Star/Owner of the Year and Executive VP of the Heart Division at Telly Tire, about building high-performing automotive businesses through strong leadership, systems, and a people-first culture. Brian shares how he nearly bankrupted his family business after buying it at 27, then transformed it by focusing on data, operational systems, and solving root problems instead of symptoms. The conversation explores leadership

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00:40:32

Ep 168: Stop Guessing. Start Leading. | Eric Joern

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2026/08/04

In this episode, Josh Parnell sits down with Eric Joern, partner and Chief Revenue Officer at Kaizen CPAs and Advisors, to discuss how financial strategy can help auto repair shops grow beyond simply balancing the books. Eric shares his journey from working at a car dealership to becoming a CPA and helping Kaizen specialize in the automotive industry. The conversation explores leadership, employee development, accountability, continuous training, and why great advisors do much more than prepare tax

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00:33:53

Ep 167: The Promotion He Never Wanted Changed His...

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2026/07/29

In this episode, Josh is together with Nestor Gutierrez, owner of Rancho Express Lube. He shares about his journey from starting as a lube technician in 2016 to becoming the shop owner just a few years later. Nestor shares how difficult early leadership nearly drove him out of the industry, how stepping into uncomfortable roles accelerated his growth, and why leadership starts with setting the example. The conversation explores mindset, mentorship, goal setting, and creating a workplace where

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00:36:39

Ep 166: Why Great Leaders Give People Permission to...

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2026/07/23

In this episode, Josh welcomes Ron Helmer, CEO of Mentor Mentee, to discuss tackling the automotive technician shortage through structured career development and mentorship. Drawing from 22 years in the U.S. Navy, recruiting, and business ownership, Ron explains how clear career pathways help shops improve technician retention, productivity, and long-term success. The conversation also explores authentic leadership, building trust, emotional intelligence, accountability, and creating a culture where

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00:34:31

Ep 165: Leadership Isn't Talent, It's Daily Practice...

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2026/07/21

In this episode, Josh welcomes Lynne Ghelfi, director of marketing for two major dealerships, John Maxwell–certified coach, trainer, and speaker, and author of No Talent Required: 12 Daily Practices to Build Cultural Trust and Performance. Lynn shares her 15-year journey in the automotive industry, how John Maxwell's servant leadership philosophy shaped her career, and why lasting leadership is built on consistent values—not titles or natural talent. She also discusses her daily leadership habits,

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00:42:05

Ep 164: You Don't Need More Leads—You Need Better...

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2026/07/15

In this episode, Josh Parnell and co-host Bobby McGraw interview Jono Long, CEO of Leads Near Me, about his journey from youth ministry to leading a digital marketing agency serving independent auto repair shops. Jono shares how he learned marketing through hands-on experience, eventually selling his first agency before partnering to acquire Leads Near Me. The conversation explores leadership, team culture, coaching, decisive action, and why many shops don't have a marketing problem—they have a

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00:42:19

Ep 163: The Culture Every Business Owner Wants to...

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2026/07/09

In this episode, Josh is with Edward Caswell, owner of Full Throttle Automotive and Fastlane Auto Repair, about building a business centered on faith, servant leadership, and investing in people. Edward shares his journey from school teacher to multi-shop owner, the challenges of expanding during COVID, and the personal transformation that reshaped both his life and leadership. The conversation explores accountability, humility, company culture, mentorship, and why serving others is the foundation

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00:55:03

Ep 162: How Coachability Turned a Struggling Shop...

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2026/07/07

In this episode, Josh sits down with Thomas Andrews, owner of CDT Automotive and Select Auto Pros, and a coach with Shop Fix Academy. Thomas shares how he built a brand that started as Carolina Diesel Trucks, grew from a one-bay shed into a 15-bay operation, and expanded to a second location. He opens up about leaving a six-figure cybersecurity career, the sacrifices his family made, and the leadership lessons that helped transform a struggling $3 million business into a thriving multi-shop

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