In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Micki Woods sits down with industry leader Andy Tylka, owner of Tag Auto Group and founder of Brake the Stigma, to talk openly about mental health in the collision industry.
This isn’t your typical business podcast. Andy shares his own mental health journey, from years of struggle and stigma to building a culture of support across his 15+ locations. Whether you’re an owner, tech, CSR, or just someone trying to keep it together…you’ll want to hear this.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- How Andy’s personal story led to a mental health movement
- The reality of anxiety, ADHD, addiction, and stress in the industry
- What shops can do today to support their team’s well-being
- Why mental health resources lead to better performance, better retention, and stronger teams
- Free tools and next steps you can implement in your shop right now
🎯 This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt overwhelmed and for every shop that wants to do better by their people.
🔔 Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts so you don’t miss future episodes that go beyond the paint booth and into what really matters.
👇 RESOURCES & LINKS:
🎧 Subscribe to Body Bangin’ on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/491aIUWJ72fFpVARROeRcA
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📧 Connect with Andy Tylka: andy@tagautogrp.com
🌐 Learn more: https://brakethestigma.com
📧 Mental health resources or questions: info@brakethestigma.com
🔗 Follow Micki on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/micki-woods-36374121
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