Mind Wrench Podcast
Welcome to The Mind-Wrench Podcast, your go-to resource for personal and professional development in the automotive repair industry. Discover effective strategies to elevate your life to the next level, applicable not just for auto professionals, but for anyone seeking personal growth. Join our knowledgeable host, industry veteran Rick Selover, as he imparts practical insights on mindset, self-improvement, and leadership, enabling you to run a thriving shop and lead a more fulfilling life. Tune in every Monday to expand your horizons. For additional information, connect with Rick on Instagram @rick_selover, become part of the vibrant CollisionMasterMind Facebook Group, or visit rickselover.com for additional information and resources.
Episodes
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This week’s episode of the Mind Wrench Podcast is a wake-up call for anyone in the collision industry who’s been stuck in “survival mode” for so long that they’ve stopped believing bigger things are possible.
Between cycle time pressure, staffing headaches, insurer demands, cash flow stress, and trying to keep customers happy, it’s easy for shop owners, managers, and technicians to slowly low...
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Change doesn’t knock politely… it kicks the door in like a fire alarm at 2AM!
One minute everything in your shop feels dialed in, the next you’re dealing with disruption, stress, and a hundred “what now?” questions. In this episode of the Mind Wrench Podcast, we dig into the truth most shop owners wrestle with… it’s not just the change that’s the problem, it’s the story you tell yourself abou...
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Conference season has a way of creeping up on you… and if you’ve never been, you might not realize just how much opportunity is sitting there waiting. In this episode, we break down why attending a collision industry conference or tradeshow isn’t just “something to think about” … it can be a turning point for your shop.
We keep it real and practical. Walking the trade show floor gives you han...
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If you’ve ever had a job go sideways, a customer get frustrated, or a tech shut down… chances are it wasn’t the repair. It was the communication… or lack of!
In this week’s episode, we break down one of the biggest hidden profit killers in a collision shop… and honestly, in your personal life too: communication gaps. When you don’t clearly explain what’s happening, people don’t just sit back ...
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Independent collision repair shops today are navigating a storm that seems to come from every direction. 🌪
Insurance pressure, tight labor rates, technician shortages, and constantly evolving repair procedures make it feel like you’re fighting every battle alone. Add in ADAS calibrations, EV repair, scanning requirements, and safety standards, and it’s easy to look at membership to an organi...
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Here’s the straight scoop, just for the shop owners and leaders who built their careers while sacrificing their bodies, and now need repairs…
This week’s episode starts with a simple question that hits hard when your knees, back, or shoulders pay the bills: “Do you want to keep your original parts?” From years on concrete floors, under frame racks and inside the booth… knee pain finally reac...
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January gets all the hype for fresh starts, but real change does not care about the calendar.
In this week’s episode, we talk straight to shop owners and leaders on their heels, who are busy putting out fires, chasing KPIs, and trying to keep up with everything from ADAS to EVs. The big idea is simple: the best time to design your future is today, not “someday” and certainly not next New Yea...
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Does it feel like your shop’s part of a twisted magic trick... now you see it, now you don't? 🧙♂️🔮🌟
❓ Slower pipelines
❓ Increased volume of total losses
❓ Growing insurance pressures … you’re not alone!
In this week’s episode of The Mind Wrench Podcast, we sit down with industry educator and straight-shooter Dave Luehr from Elite Body Shop Solutions to talk about a better way forward...
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Ever feel stuck staring at a decision that should be simple, while the industry keeps flying past you at 80 mph? You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. You’re human. And in this re-shared message, we break down why procrastination sneaks into your shop and your life, and how one clear decision can flip the switch on momentum fast.
We dig into how our brains are wired to protect us, not push us forward...
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If you’ve been paying attention to collision industry news lately, it can feel like every headline is yelling at you to brace for impact. 😬
⚠️Insurance pressures
⚠️Technician shortages
⚠️Consolidation within our Industry
⚠️Constantly changing OEM requirements
⚠️Economic uncertainty humming in the background like a bad air hose you can’t quite shut off. After a while, that kind of noise pushes a lot of goo...
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If you’re a shop owner or leader trying to set real goals for 2026, you’ve probably noticed something. Every time you turn on the news, it feels like the sky is falling… Inflation… Layoffs… Global tensions… Doom & Gloom on repeat. That constant noise can wear you down fast and make big goals feel risky or even pointless.
In this week’s episode of the Mind Wrench Podcast, we cut through th...
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If we’re being honest, do the holidays have you feeling more scrambled than festive?
Has Ho-Ho-Ho turned into NO-NO-NO?
In this week’s episode, we revisit a fan-favorite message on why Christmas has quietly become one of the most stressful times of the year—and what you can do to stop the spiral. Between the shopping, the parties, the relatives you tolerate more than enjoy, and the financial drain that hi...
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🤔 What if just two minutes every morning could make you feel calmer, happier, and more confident walking into the shop each day?
👉 In this week’s The Mind Wrench Podcast episode, we break down the simple habit of gratitude—what it actually is, why it works, and how it can help you lead your team with more patience and less stress.
No fluff, no “feel-good” clichés… just real talk and practic...
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“Detailing, Nanotech & Profit: Turning Chemistry into Cash Flow”
In this week’s Mind Wrench Podcast, we sit down with veteran detailer and collision pro Jeremy Harding, a guy who’s lived through every phase of paint and polish—from the old rotary buffer days to today’s high-tech ceramic coatings. If you’ve ever wondered why these coatings seem bulletproof (and sometimes like a real pain ...
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Join me in this week’s Mind Wrench Podcast, as we tackle a truth that’s both simple and game-changing: your attitude sets the course of your life. Most people nod at that idea—but few actually practice it. Between daily fires, customer stress, and repair deadlines, it’s easy to let circumstances run the show. But when you learn to choose your attitude instead of reacting to everything around...
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What if the fastest way to win more keys is to hand clients your keys—on your terms? In this episode, we sit down with Laura Tierney of ShopLoaner.com to break down how collision and auto repair shops can take control of one of their biggest bottlenecks: rentals. From slow insurance claims to unavailable third-party cars, we explore how a shop-owned rental fleet can turn frustration into a s...
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Knowledge isn’t just power—it’s survival in today’s collision repair world.
In this weeks’ episode, I share lessons from decades serving this industry, and my recent experience at the Tennessee Collision Repairers Association “Music City Conference”. The core message? Continuous education isn’t optional—it’s the foundation of safe repairs, thriving businesses, and long-term success.
Our industr...
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What happens when a collision repair veteran who started as a tech at 15, built a 4-location MSO with nearly 100 employees, and owned 13 shops with four successful exits, decides to fix the financial challenges body shop owners face? The result is transformational.
In this weeks’ episode, Bill Park shares his remarkable journey through the collision repair industry and how his biggest discoveries ...
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Ever catch yourself saying, “I’ll get to that when I have more time”—whether it’s learning EV repair, ADAS calibrations, or blueprinting for your shop? The problem is, “someday” rarely shows up, and while you’re waiting, competitors are already leveling up. That’s where immersion comes in—a game-changing way to accelerate learning and close the gap fast.
In this weeks’ episode, we dive into t...
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What happens when a collision repair expert decides to completely rethink how body shops operate?
This week, Jesse Parks, Managing Director of Freeman Collision, shares how his West Coast shop achieved both Toyota and Lexus Certified Collision Center of the Year awards by disrupting traditional business models and creating an extraordinary culture focused on quality repairs and continuous im...
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