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The Business Mechanic Show
Vaughn is the co-founder of Results-Driven Leadership. He is a leadership development expert, podcaster, and author. His methods are brought from his real-world of experience of working on the front lines and living the role of being a high-impact leader and manager. No theory, just common-sense advice, and direction from someone who developed the team and scaled a $2 Billion business with 3000 employees. CarMax is the world’s largest and most respected company in the auto industry and is a Fortune 100 Best Places to Work. Vaughn’s mission is to improve the impact of executives and other managers by increasing their knowledge, skills, and abilities. Visit www.rdltraining.com for more information.
Episodes
July 15, 2025 • 30 mins
In this episode of the Business Mechanic Show, the three hidden layers of every difficult conversation are broken down with precision. What often starts as a simple discussion about performance or behavior can quickly escalate when deeper emotions and identity concerns go unrecognized. This episode dives deep into why most managers mishandle tough conversations—and how to shift from reactive manager to confident, emotionally intell...
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July 8, 2025 • 18 mins
This episode cuts straight to the heart of why difficult conversations so often go sideways for managers. It’s not just about saying the wrong thing—it’s about starting from the wrong mindset. Managers either avoid the talk entirely or come in too hot, trying to prove a point instead of seeking clarity. The result? Trust erodes, engagement drops, and the issue never really gets fixed.
You’ll learn why your approach to tough convers...
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June 24, 2025 • 37 mins
Disagreements are inevitable—but conflict doesn’t have to be destructive. In this episode, you’ll learn how to handle tough conversations with calm, clarity, and confidence. This isn’t about avoiding conflict—it’s about navigating it with emotional intelligence and real leadership. The conversation covers practical steps to remain in control, de-escalate tension, and respond with intention instead...
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June 16, 2025 • 26 mins
In this episode of The Business Mechanic Show, we unpack what it really takes to navigate difficult conversations without losing your cool. This isn’t about walking in with a perfect script or powering through on assumptions.
It’s about letting go of the need to be right—and embracing the discipline to actually listen, lead, and respond with clarity. The episode ...
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June 9, 2025 • 34 mins
If your team has gone quiet—less feedback, less engagement, less energy—it’s not a people problem, it’s a leadership issue. And it almost always comes back to one skill: listening.
This episode flips the script on how most managers communicate. Too many are addicted to the sound of their own voice. Real leadership isn’t about telling. It’s about tuning in. When y...
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June 2, 2025 • 27 mins
May 27, 2025 • 30 mins
Most people want to lead. Few are willing to go through what leadership truly demands. This episode lays down the truth: growth doesn't happen in comfort. It happens when you lean into discomfort, own your shortcomings, and take the reps that reshape who you are. Real leadership isn’t about feeling ready. It’s about showing up even when you’re not.
Get ready to h...
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May 20, 2025 • 27 mins
This episode is a gut-check for every leader who wants to stop firefighting and start winning. If your team isn’t producing, if you’re spending more time chasing fixes than building success—this episode is the wake-up call. The truth? Your team’s performance is a direct reflection of your leadership.
This no-fluff session walks through the real ...
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May 20, 2025 • 30 mins
Communication isn’t just about talking—it’s about getting through. And if you’ve ever felt like your team just isn’t hearing you, this episode is the reset you need.
This is a straight-talking breakdown of how high-level leaders use communication as their superpower. It’s not just feedback—it’s feedback that ...
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May 7, 2025 • 40 mins
Leadership transformation begins with one sentence: "It's my fault." In this high-impact episode, the conversation breaks down how radical ownership reshapes teams, builds trust, and ultimately turns average managers into respected, influential leaders.
This isn't about blame. It's about empowerment. Through real-world examples and hard-hitting truths, listeners are challenged to confront their egos, recog...
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April 29, 2025 • 42 mins
In this episode of The Business Mechanic Show, the truth about real leadership power gets exposed. It's not titles. It's not technical skills. It's Emotional Intelligence (EQ) — and those who master it dominate in today’s fast-moving, people-driven world.
This isn’t another soft skills seminar. This is your playbook for developing emotional ...
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April 23, 2025 • 22 mins
What do you do with that one high performer who brings in results but burns bridges while doing it? The one who’s smart, essential even, but also impossible to coach, manage, or talk to? This episode tackles one of the most frustrating leadership challenges: managing the brilliant but toxic—and offers a real solution.
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April 15, 2025 • 26 mins
Most leadership breakdowns aren’t about strategy, skill, or resources—they’re about communication.
In this episode, the host lays down a wake-up call for every manager who’s ever said, “I already told them what to do,” and then watched a project crash and burn.
The truth? Talking doesn’t equal communic...
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April 10, 2025 • 52 mins
In this firepower-packed episode, the truth gets laid bare—underperforming sales teams aren’t a people problem, they’re a leadership problem.
This is a straight-talking, high-impact breakdown of how real sales transformation begins and ends with leadership execution.
If you’ve ever blamed y...
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December 23, 2024 • 6 mins
This episode of the Business Mechanic Show explores the importance of building trust, framing expectations as growth opportunities, and fostering a culture of accountability and inspiration.
Leaders who model trust, vulnerability, and authenticity pave the way for their teams to embrace challeng...
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September 30, 2024 • 19 mins
In this episode of the Business Mechanics Show, we take a hard look at the evolving workforce and how leadership needs to change to stay effective.
The workforce is shifting rapidly, and leading like 2010 won't cut it anymore. In this episode, we dive into five brutally honest leadership hacks that can help you adapt to the modern workforce.
These tips will guide you on prioritizing, communicating, and fostering accountability in a...
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September 25, 2024 • 13 mins
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In this episode of the Business Mechanic Show, we explore what it truly means to become an influential leader. The discussion centers on the four key elements that transform leadership from being simply effective to genuinely influential, with a strong emphasis on people—motivating and inspiring teams through respect, humility, and emotional intelligence (EQ).
The episode delves into how humil...
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September 16, 2024 • 68 mins
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September 9, 2024 • 68 mins
In this episode of the Business Mechanic Show, the critical issue of accountability and its impact on team success is explored. The discussion covers how a lack of accountability can manifest in common symptoms such as inconsistent performance and declining morale within sales teams. Even successful teams can fall into patterns where accountability slips, leading to challenges that hinder long-term success.
The episode delves into...
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September 2, 2024 • 46 mins
In today's episode, we dive into the importance of building a successful and positive sales culture. It's not just about hitting those big numbers, but about encouraging the right behaviors that drive long-term success. We explore how fostering an attitude of responsibility and accountability can keep your team motivated and energized. As a sales manager, your role in creating this culture is crucial, and we'll discuss how you can ...
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