Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z – Details, episodes & analysis

Matt Fanslow shares experiences with new hires at the shop, highlighting their questions about air conditioning systems and diagnostic processes. Using a crossword puzzle analogy from Jorge Menchu, Matt illustrates effective diagnostic strategies, stressing the importance of starting with 'simpler' problems to build understanding and gain confidence. Matt praises Jorge for his impact on diagnostic processes and tools, noting that his work has greatly enhanced the capabilities of technicians in the bays.

Show Notes

• Hiring New Technicians (00:01:05)
• Challenges of Answering Questions (00:02:19)
• Understanding Air Conditioning (00:03:37)
• The Importance of Foundational Knowledge (00:06:06)
• Richard Feynman's Insights (00:07:43)
• Diagnostic Processes Discussion (00:12:17)
• Jorge Menchu's Impact (00:14:55)
• Crossword Puzzle Analogy (00:16:02)
• Understanding the Diagnostic Puzzle (00:19:28)
• Focus on Relevant Issues (00:20:38)
• Addressing Quick Diagnostic Questions (00:22:58)
• Acknowledging George Menchu's Contributions (00:24:09)
• Effective Problem-Solving Strategy (00:25:26)

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech

NAPA Autotech’s team of ASE Master Certified Instructors are conducting over 1,200 classes covering 28 automotive topics. To see a selection, go to napaautotech.com for more details.

Contact Information

• Email Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.com
• Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel

The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/

Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life. https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/

Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/

The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/

The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration...

Matt Fanslow explores the contentious topic of whether employees should give a two weeks notice when leaving a job. He challenges the power dynamics and expectations between employees and employers, questioning the fairness of this common practice. Matt highlights the lack of reciprocity from employers regarding severance packages and the potential negative impact on future job references if notice isn't given.

Show Notes

• The Two Weeks Notice Question (00:01:10)
• Power Dynamics in Employment (00:02:16)
• Expectations of Notice (00:03:38)
• Severance Packages Discussion (00:04:50)
• The Balance of Notice and Severance (00:06:01)
• Consequences of Leaving Without Notice (00:07:15)
• The Hypocrisy of Notice Expectations (00:08:21)
• Severance Considerations (00:15:00)
• The complexities of human behavior in the workplace (00:18:29).
• Discussing severance and vacation time (00:21:01)

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech

NAPA Autotech’s team of ASE Master Certified Instructors are conducting over 1,200 classes covering 28 automotive topics. To see a selection, go to napaautotech.com for more details.

Contact Information

• Email Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.com
• Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel

The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/

Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life. https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/

Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/

The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/

The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech napaautotech.com

Matt Fanslow discusses the importance of forming relationships with tool truck dealers. He emphasizes the benefits of sharing information and knowledge, highlighting the potential for mutual support and collaboration within the automotive industry. 

Show Notes

• Interactions with Tool Dealers (00:01:08) Discussion on the visits by tool dealers and the challenges in communicating needs and preferences to them.
• Developing Relationships (00:02:15) Importance of developing relationships with tool dealers, outside salespeople, and distributors, emphasizing the need for networking and knowledge sharing.
• Challenges with Tool Offerings (00:03:37) Exploration of the limitations and challenges in the offerings of tool dealers, including the lack of awareness about alternative products.
• Quid Pro Quo in Information Sharing (00:05:03) Discussion on the concept of quid pro quo, where information sharing with tool dealers can lead to mutual benefits over time.
• Challenges Faced by Tool Dealers (00:06:14) Insight into the challenges faced by tool dealers in keeping up with product knowledge.
• Enhancing Relationships with Tool Dealers (00:13:04) Encouragement for forming strong relationships with tool dealers, emphasizing the mutual exchange of knowledge and support.
• Expanding Services and Product Offerings (00:16:01) Exploration of the potential for expanding services and product offerings, including high voltage gloves and technical tools, to support the evolving needs of automotive professionals.
• Symbiotic Relationship with Tool Dealers (00:17:19) Emphasis on the symbiotic relationship between automotive professionals and tool dealers, highlighting the mutual benefits of collaboration.

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech napaautotech.com

Email Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.com

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel HERE

Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/

* AAPEX Technician of the Year

* Article for AAPEX Magazine

* Value of Time

* ...maybe a little physics of time...

The show is sponsored by NAPA Auto Care napaautocare.com

NAPA Benefits Center: napabenefitscenter.com

NAPA Member Site: member.napaautocare.com

Email Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.com

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel HERE

• Cameras We're Using
• Important TIC specs
• Common Uses for TICs
• Not so Common Uses for TICs

The show is sponsored by NAPA Auto Care napaautocare.com

NAPA Benefits Center: napabenefitscenter.com

NAPA Member Site: member.napaautocare.com

Email Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.com

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel HERE

* 10,000 Hours

* Work Environment

* Valid Feedback

* Networking!!!!!

* Comfort Zone

The show is sponsored by NAPA Auto Care napaautocare.com

NAPA Benefits Center: napabenefitscenter.com

NAPA Member Site: member.napaautocare.com

Email Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.com

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel HERE

• Who is Daniel Negreanu
• Get Knocked Down, Get Back Up
• Evolution of Knowledge
• Respect Forefathers
• Learn from the New Guard
• Honesty, humility, modesty.

The show is sponsored by NAPA Auto Care napaautocare.com

NAPA Benefits Center: napabenefitscenter.com

NAPA Member Site: member.napaautocare.com

Email Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.com

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel HERE

Show Notes:

• What is an oscilloscope
• Why use an oscilloscope
• Features of oscilloscopes
• What are some essential scope specs
• Advice on scope use

The show is sponsored by NAPA Auto Care napaautocare.com

NAPA Benefits Center: napabenefitscenter.com

NAPA Member Site: member.napaautocare.com

Email Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.com

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel HERE

Matt Fanslow Compares Work in the Bays, specifically Diagnostics to Health Care with Dr. Jamie Jackish

• Do they have a diagnostic machine
• Continuous learning
• Skill gaps and education
• Analysis parallels

The show is sponsored by NAPA Auto Care napaautocare.com

NAPA Benefits Center: napabenefitscenter.com

NAPA Member Site: member.napaautocare.com

Email Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.com

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel HERE

• Auto Technicians in a group with higher rates of suicide
• Warning signs of thoughts leading up to suicidal thoughts
• Triggers for the path to suicidal thoughts
• What you can do if you are having thoughts
• What you can do for someone that may be having thoughts
• 988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), and is now active across the United States. https://988lifeline.org
• https://holdmyguns.org/

The show is sponsored by NAPA Auto Care napaautocare.com

NAPA Benefits Center: napabenefitscenter.com

NAPA Member Site: member.napaautocare.com

Email Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.com

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel HERE