Dealership Pacifier - T.C. Coleman on Wrench Turners Podcast

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 interest in sports to a dynamic path in automotive leadership.

With over two decades of experience, T.C. reflects on his evolution from an enthusiastic car enthusiast to a revered leader in the automotive sector. His career, marked by significant stints with prominent brands, showcases his adeptness in mentoring, team-building, and strategic leadership.

In this episode, T.C. unravels the layers of effective leadership within the high-stakes environment of automotive dealerships. He shares practical wisdom on:

Takeaways:

👉 Cultivate a culture of proactive learning

👉 Respectful communication achieves operational excellence

👉 Learn conflict resolution to harness individual strengths

This conversation is not just an exploration of T.C.'s professional milestones but also an instructional guide on transforming everyday workplace challenges into opportunities for growth and leadership.

For automotive service professionals aiming to elevate their career trajectory or anyone interested in the nuances of impactful leadership, this episode offers a wealth of insights and actionable advice.

Let's get into it.

PS. Always looking for guests to be on the show. Reach out by email, link in bio!

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction

03:00 Gearhead to Automotive Leader

08:30 Listening to and Respecting Technicians

14:10 Effective Communication

20:00 Strategies for Building Team Unity

27:00 Insights on Balancing Career

36:20 Empowering Technicians to Speak Up

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