Wrench Turners Podcast
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Episodes
Mindy Williams is the definition of a powerhouse. A five-time Subaru Stars winner, Sparkplug Award champion, and the top service advisor at CMA’s Myers team, Mindy knows what it takes to rise from part-time receptionist to full-blown service manager.
In this episode of the Wrench Turners Podcast, Mindy shares her journey into automotive, what it means to lead a team while raising two kids, and the exact customer service mindset ...
On this episode of the Wrench Turners Podcast, I sit down with Canadian technician David Rodrigues. For nearly 20 years, David has been mastering his craft on Hondas and Acuras. This is not just a career recap. It’s a deep dive into legacy, leadership, and the reality of working flat-rate.
David shares how he started through co-op, landed a rare apprenticeship, and became the go-to diagnostic tech. But then he left. Why? Leadership ...
This isn’t another how-to-fix-a-car video.
This is how to fix yourself in the trade before the trade breaks you.
In this Wrench Turner's Podcast compilation, five technicians and leaders drop hard-earned wisdom, not about tools, not about pay plans, but about mindset, ownership, growth, and survival in the bay.
💬 "No one’s coming to save you."
That’s the wake-up call running through every clip in this episode.
From Parts Ninja to Shop Coach and Service Director of Multiple stores | Robert Migliaccio | Wrench Turners Podcast
Today’s guest didn’t just work his way up; he built his way up. Robert Migliaccio started as a teenage car detailer, dropped out of high school, and never looked back. With decades in the trenches of fixed ops, Robert’s story is the kind you don’t hear often, and the kind you don’t forget.
He’s run parts counters like a...
Writing accurate, detailed repair orders isn't just paperwork—it's how shops get paid, protect themselves from chargebacks, and deliver exceptional customer service.
In this episode of The Wrench Turners Podcast, host Joshua Taylor is joined by Alec Ruffini, a Navy vet turned Fixed Ops leader, and Clemente Dominguez, a fast-rising shop foreman. Together, they break down why most service departments struggle with RO docum...
From Navy Veteran to Coaching Service Teams | Alec Ruffini & Clemente Dominguez | Wrench Turners Podcast
Today’s guests didn’t stumble into leadership; they forged their way there. Alec Ruffini, a Navy veteran turned automotive coach, and Clemente Dominguez, a rising shop foreman, join host Joshua Taylor to talk about what it really takes to run a high-performing dealership service department.
From ethical sales and techn...
The Hard Truth Every Mechanic Needs to Hear in 2025
Feeling stuck in the shop? This video will change how you think about your career.
Auto technician pay is flat. Tariffs are rising. Leadership feels clueless. And you are still expected to fix cars, deal with customers, hit your hours, and somehow stay sane.
In this unfiltered message from the cold seat of his motorcycle, Joshua Taylor breaks down exactly what every autom...
Today's guest, Louise Azzopardi, didn’t just fall into the automotive world. She ran toward it, with confidence and clarity most of us didn’t have at 15. From her earliest days wrenching in rail yards and truck shops to standing on the world stage as the first woman to compete (and win gold) at Australia’s WorldSkills nationals, Louise has never followed the conventional path. She didn’t just want to work in the trades; she wan...
Today's guest, Josh Arnold, never planned to be a mechanic. He picked it off a college list like a random raffle number. On day one, his future mentor told him to quit. And honestly, he probably should have. But he didn't.Instead, he worked six days a week at a flat rate, with no shortcuts. Fast-forward, and he is now a Toyota and Subaru Master Tech, a trainer in the shop, and the MyKarma Grand Prix Champion for his top-tie...
Welcome to the FIRST episode of the 10 Mill Mastery Debrief series where we debrief the week's Service Drive Live Topic.
In this episode, I sit down with Marshall Sheldon and Josh Arnold to debrief on Service Drive Live and dig into one of the biggest struggles for technicians: comebacks.
We cover:
✔️ Why technicians do not get paid for comebacks and why that needs to change
✔️ How flat rate and hourly pay affect comeback h...
Operating Partner, Fixed Operations Director, Coach - David Sparks
Join us as we explore the career journey of David Sparks, a leader whose path in the automotive industry started with detailing, rustproofing, and window tinting and evolved into a deep-rooted passion for technical excellence, leadership, and mentorship.
David’s story is one of continuous learning and adaptation. He transitioned from technician to service ...
General Manager, Fixed Operations Director, Coach - T.C. Coleman
Join us as we delve into the compelling career journey of T.C. Coleman, a seasoned leader whose roots in automotive passion were planted in childhood, nurtured by his father's engineering role at Nissan. T.C.'s early exposure to the mechanics of car maintenance and the automotive industry's inner workings ignited a lifelong passion, steering him away from his initial...
"Success Leaves Clues"
General Manager,
BMW of West Houston
https://www.bmwwest.com/
Charles Cannon III
In this inspiring conversation with Charles, we explore a career journey that started with a desire to become a veterinarian but took a turn into the automotive world: a move that would shape Charles' life in unexpected ways.
From his humble beginnings in sales to leading both Lexus and BMW dealerships, Charles' story is a t...
"Training isn't a cost; it's an investment that pays dividends in skills, loyalty, and productivity."
This week on Wrench Turners Podcast
Automotive Trainer & Technician
Toyota Of Puyallup Inc
Wayne Bridges
In this episode, I sat down with Wayne Bridges, a 50-year veteran of the automotive industry who’s worn many hats—technician, service advisor, service manager, instructor, and now dealership trainer. Wayne shares his incr...
"You are not a leader until you've created a leader who can create another leader."
This week on Wrench Turners Podcast,
Mechanic, Enthusiast, and Entrepreneur
Travis Caldwell
In this episode, I sat down with a mechanic who knows firsthand that persistence, a positive culture, and respect are key to success in the shop.
Travis shared how his journey taught him the importance of mentorship and finding a place where you’re valued....
"Once trust is broken, it's hard to recover."
10 Mill Mastery - Wrench Turners Podcast
Series 9, Episode 7
Leading up
The Lads:
Marshall Sheldon
Stephan Dos Santos
Richard Mueller
Russell Wickham
Summary
In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of building and maintaining trust within management and leadership roles. They discuss the challenges technicians face in establishing trust with upper management, ...
“Just because someone can produce doesn’t mean they’re ready to lead.”
This week on Wrench Turners Podcast,
Mechanic and Service Manager
Willie Carter
In this episode, I sat down with Willie Carter, a former mechanic turned service manager who knows what it takes to rise in the ranks. Willie shares his journey, from fixing up a beat-up Hyundai Scoupe in high school to leading a team at a major Honda dealership.
..."True leadership starts when you realize that every person you lead brings their own strengths and stories to the table."
This week on Wrench Turners Podcast,
Mechanic, Fixed Operations Director, and Coach
Bozard Ford Lincoln
Jeremy Stephens
In this episode, I got to sit down with a technician-turned-fixed-ops director, who’s proof that grit and character drive success in the automotive world.
Jeremy shared how his journey tau...
"You need to earn their trust."
10 Mill Mastery - Wrench Turners Podcast
Series 9, Episode 6
How to Build Your Shop Influence
The Lads:
Marshall Sheldon
Stephan Dos Santos
Richard Mueller
Russell Wickham
Summary
In this conversation, we discuss the challenges faced by leaders in the automotive industry, particularly in mentoring younger technicians. Exploring generational differences in work attitudes, the importance of building...
"Just shut up and listen."
This week on Wrench Turners Podcast,
Mechanic and Assitant Service Manager
https://www.scottautogroup.com/
Brooklynne Morse
As an assistant service manager and former mechanic, Brooklynne shares her journey in the automotive industry and offers advice for mechanics to be happier, healthier, and more productive. We chat and emphasize the importance of attention to detail and the ability to adapt to diff...
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