TOP SHOP by Paul Donahue

If you’re working on culture, hiring, or retention, this conversation is packed with ideas you can actually use. Rock and Angie Molina break down how they built Rock’s Tire & Auto around family values, weekly team lunches, clear training expectations, and a benefit package designed to keep great techs. They also share why involving your spouse and building leadership depth matters, plus how coaching and industry events helped them move from “survival mode” to operating like true owners. 
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Max Zima's philosophy for running a standout auto-repair shop boils down to this: People first — always.
Learn how he invests in his team with top-tier training, leadership development, trust, and empowerment. Learn how he lets his staff lead customers and grow the business while he steps back and delegates, builds unbreakable customer loyalty through transparency, honesty, and genuine care—proving independents beat dealerships with heart and integrity.He touches on skipping flashy tech debt traps, focus on profit, cash flow, smart financials, and strong networks, and embraces work-life balance, and leading with passion for developing people, inspired by his missionary roots.Max leads with heart, integrity, and sustainable relationships for real, lasting success.
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From fixing cars in a stone driveway to running a thriving shop, Jon Tangye shares what really matters in building a business—respect for techs, clear goals, strong systems, and servant leadership.
This episode is packed with stories, hard-earned lessons, and practical tips for shop owners who want more than just busy bays—they want impact, team growth, and long-term success.
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Some shops chase volume. Others build legacy. Dave Mowery of Neil’s Garage shares how his family-owned shop has served three generations of customers by focusing on training, quality, and trust—not low prices.
In this episode, learn how Dave navigated leadership transitions, adapted to tech trends, and created a culture where customers and employees stick around for the long haul.
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Most shops talk about culture; few build it intentionally. Kenny Wedow breaks down how Fine Tuned Auto supports teams across four locations, including consistent leadership, Friday team lunches, and employee-first habits that keep morale strong. He also shares why investing in coaching and leveling up your network can speed up growth, reduce costly mistakes, and help you lead like an operator instead of feeling like the biggest employee. 
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Strong shops do not happen by accident. Chad and Maggie Pitts break down how Pitts Automotive built a team-first culture with accountability, recognition, and leadership that supports people instead of burning them out. They also share why training is non-negotiable, how lunch-and-learns help prepare for ASE testing, and what it means to earn the ASE Blue Seal of Excellence. If you’re building your shop for the long haul, you’ll pull practical ideas from this episode. 
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What really keeps a shop strong: great people, clear expectations, and numbers you actually understand. Marcus Martin & Chris Atkins break down how coaching, tools like the win-number drill, and DVIs helped them improve trust, tighten operations, and grow with intention in a small community near the Canadian border. If you want practical ideas you can bring back to your shop, you’ll get them here. 
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If you’re trying to grow without taking on unnecessary debt or losing your culture, this conversation is for you. David & Nicole Veldman talk about what it really takes to last in this industry: tracking overhead down to the day, understanding that “money in the account” is often already spoken for, and making smart equipment decisions based on usage, not impulse. They also share a real husband-and-wife perspective on roles, communication, and putting the relationship ahead of the business when days get hard. 
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What’s one of the biggest profit killers in diesel repair? Blind guessing and handwritten chaos. Eric Campbell shares how switching to software, tracking time correctly, and using tools like oil analysis helped his shop become more efficient, more accurate, and easier to manage. He also talks work-life balance, setting boundaries with hours, and why saying “no” can protect your team and your margins. If you’re trying to run a tighter shop in 2025, this conversation delivers real, usable takeaways.
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If you’ve ever felt stuck doing everything yourself, this episode will hit home. Steve Corridori breaks down what changed his shop the most: owning the results, building real SOPs, investing in coaching, and protecting culture even when it costs you in the short term. He also shares practical insights on warranties, accountability, and why great shops are built on leadership, not just production. Tune in and take a few ideas back to your team this week.
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