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Wrench Turners Podcast

Mr Joshua Taylor

Leisure

Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 196

Content for Mechanics to live a happier, healthier, more productive life as a Mechanic. Check YouTube for more content: Wrench Turners Podcast on YouTube. Businesses interested in Sponsoring the show, please reach out to me via Linkedin. Wrench Turners on LinkedIn Remember, Negative Pushes, Positive Pulls, and Always clean your toys before you put them away. j.

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🇬🇧 Great Britain - automotive
06/08/2026
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🇬🇧 Great Britain - automotive
05/08/2026
#71
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04/08/2026
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🇬🇧 Great Britain - automotive
03/08/2026
#44
🇨🇦 Canada - automotive
22/07/2026
#86
🇨🇦 Canada - automotive
21/07/2026
#67
🇨🇦 Canada - automotive
20/07/2026
#54
🇬🇧 Great Britain - automotive
23/06/2026
#94
🇬🇧 Great Britain - automotive
22/06/2026
#87
🇬🇧 Great Britain - automotive
21/06/2026
#61

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Mechanic Mouse aka David Crossland Shares Tips for Thriving as a Mechanic on Wrench Turners Podcast

Season 3

Friday, August 30, 2024 • Duration 46:53

"If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough."

This week on Wrench Turners Podcast,

Mechanic and Content Creator

David Crossland aka Mechanic Mouse

Summary

In this episode, David and I discuss his journey as a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) Technician and content creator. He shares insights on the importance of mentorship in the trade, the challenges and benefits of creating online content for mechanics, and the significance of maintaining a work-life balance. David emphasizes that being a mechanic is not just a job but a lifestyle and highlights the value of passion and continuous learning in achieving excellence.

Key Takeaway's

👉 Prioritize your health and life

👉 Be passionate to excel in your work

👉 Start with basic human decency

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guidelines

02:59 Journey into the Automotive Trade

09:46 From Fabricating to Diagnostics Technician

16:37 The Role of Mentors in Skill Development

22:12 Content Creation and Knowledge Sharing

24:47 Simplifying Concepts: Understanding and Explaining

26:55 The Value of Continuous Training

27:57 Respect and Camaraderie in the Workshop

29:22 Building a Supportive Online Community

42:58 Finding a Work-Life Balance

Let’s get into it.

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Wrench Turners Podcast on Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/show/1ScwRP0DFMtDsp83JxPhPK?si=9305ecd058f84eb4

Wrench Turners Merch (supports my addiction to Motorcycles)

https://mr-joshua-taylor.creator-spring.com/

Wrench Turners Website

https://wrenchturners.online

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrjtaylor/

https://www.tiktok.com/@mrjoshuataylor

https://www.instagram.com/mrjoshuataylor/

https://open.spotify.com/show/1ScwRP0DFMtDsp83JxPhPK

Main: Deggy

2024 Triumph Street Triple 765R

Crappy Amazon mirrors

Crappy Amazon Rear Paddock stand Knobs

Make-shift trailer plate bracket

Project: (I need a name, help please)

1999 Suzuki SV650S

Still working on the Details

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Auto Industry Poison: How to Keep It from Affecting You as a Mechanic Wrench Turners 10 Mill S9 Ep5

Friday, August 23, 2024 • Duration 20:08

"Look at the overall picture. Don't focus on individual days."

10 Mill Mastery - Wrench Turners Podcast

Series 9, Episode 5

Auto Industry Poison: How to Keep It from Affecting You as a Mechanic

The Lads:

Marshall Sheldon

Stephan Dos Santos

Richard Mueller

Russell Wickham

Our conversation revolves around the topic of staying positive in the automotive industry despite the negativity we Mechanics feel every day. The lads and I discuss various strategies to avoid becoming poisoned by the negativity. The conversation also touches on the importance of leadership in creating a positive work environment.

Takeaways

👉 Look at the overall picture

👉 Avoid getting overwhelmed by negativity

👉 Use daily affirmations to stay positive

👉 Set goals and create action steps to stay focused

👉 Avoid using negative language

👉 Focus on the positive aspects of your work

👉 Stack wins by completing small tasks every day

Chapters

00:00 Elevating the Quality of Narratives

00:05 Avoiding Negativity in the Industry

Steven D. Adragna - Chief Automotive Recruiter on Wrench Turners Podcast - Recruiter Series

Season 3

Friday, June 14, 2024 • Duration 52:55

"Resentment happens when technicians never experience great leadership."

This week on Wrench Turners Podcast,

the second episode of the Recruiter Series.

Automotive Recruiter with 20+ years experience, Family Man, and culture fit facilitator, Steven D. Adragna, Global Auto Staffing

https://www.globalautostaffing.com/

Steven and I talk about the challenges of recruiting automotive technicians. We discuss the importance of effective leadership, creating a supportive work environment, and the need for comprehensive career and pay plans for Technicians. Key topics include communication, teamwork, cultural fit, technician turnover, and the recruitment process.

Let’s get into it.

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I'm Joshua Taylor and I'm developing Technicians into Leaders:

Free 30-Minute Mechanic Leadership Webinar

https://www.thesweatyleader.com

Wrench Turners Merch

https://mr-joshua-taylor.creator-spring.com/

Wrench Turners Website

https://wrenchturners.online

The Wrench Turner's Podcast - Reverse Interview - McGrath Honda of St. Charles - Zack Pirkl

Friday, May 19, 2023 • Duration 32:33

Are you a Mechanic looking for a new place to work, and would like to work for a High-Value Leader but are struggling with interviews, and asking questions to week out the low-value leaders?

If you fit the requirements, this Honda Dealership might be for you, and I help you get through some of those barriers by asking the tough questions.

The Reverse Interview with Zach Pirkl
Fixed Operations Director
McGrath Honda-St. Charles: The link below will give you more insight as to who Zach is, the transcription of the interview, a form if you would like to contact Zach, and the full video interview to watch. https://bit.ly/3BG4mEY⁠
Wrench Turners everywhere appreciate the support you all have given to help us grow the Podcast on Spotify, and now on YouTube, to spread the word of happiness, positivity, productivity, and personal growth for Mechanics everywhere.
j.
#mechanic #leadership #jobsearch
PS, if you're an Owner, GM, DP, or FOD of a dealership with 15+ technicians, and you're interested in having this content created for the direct report of your Technicians, please connect and reach out to me or contact me by email: leader@justworkhard.com

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The Wrench Turner's Podcast - Mechanic Minute - May 18th - 2023 - Service above Self

Thursday, May 18, 2023 • Duration 03:55

Ask yourself, what can you do?

The Wrench Turner’s Podcast: Mechanic Minute edition

This week: Service above self. Reflecting on Role-Models.

Thank you for listening folks, I really appreciate it.

#coach #mechanic #podcast

Joshua Taylor⁠

Email: joshua@justworkhard.com

Cell: 1-416-550-7691

Web: ⁠www.wrenchturners.online

Interested in being on the podcast, purchasing a Wrench Turner's Wellness Survey for your store, Participating in a Reverse Interview, or perhaps having a coaching session with me?

Discovery sessions are free, with no obligation, and no pressure.
Mechanics find a time here: ⁠http://bit.ly/40SspLy⁠
Leaders find a time here: ⁠https://bit.ly/WTLDisc

Lastly, I humbly ask that you share the show and listen with as many folks as possible!

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Zach Pirkl on Wrench Turners Podcast

Season 2

Wednesday, May 17, 2023 • Duration 34:10

To be able to positively pull a Technician Team to their first Million Dollar Month in the Service Department requires a strong Leader. Our guest this week is such a man. This week on The Wrench Turners Podcast Zach Pirkl Fixed Operations Director McGrath Honda-St. Charles In today’s episode, we talk about: ✅ The Fast and the Furious ✅ Success requires a work ethic ✅ Knowing where the invisible line is You can find the YouTube Channel here: https://bit.ly/3M5RkVM Please tune in every Wednesday for a new episode of The Wrench Turners Podcast. Make sure you follow the podcast on your streaming service of choice and thank you for your continued support! “Managers do things right, leaders do the right things.” #mechanic #podcast #leadership PS. I also write a free bi-weekly newsletter, Wrenches for Wrenches. Subscribe and join over 1400 folks learning about improving a Mechanics Working Environment here: https://bit.ly/3GsBnI2 j. Joshua Taylor⁠ Email: leader@justworkhard.com Web: ⁠www.wrenchturners.online #coach #mechanic #podcast Interested in being on the podcast, purchasing a Wrench Turner's Wellness Survey for your store, Participating in a Reverse Interview, or perhaps having a coaching session with me? Discovery sessions are free, with no obligation, and no pressure.Mechanics find a time here: ⁠http://bit.ly/40SspLy⁠Leaders find a time here: ⁠https://bit.ly/WTLDisc Lastly, I humbly ask that you share the show and listen with as many folks as possible!

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The Wrench Turner's Podcast - 10 Mill Mastery - Getting Technicians Heard

Tuesday, May 16, 2023 • Duration 31:00

Mechanics: are you being heard in the service drive?

This week on the Wrench Turners Podcast

10 Mill Mastery Edition

Topic: How do we educate techs to be heard better?

...we put each other into our own heads and really gave a "what would we do" perspective.

Thank you very much for subscribing and listening folks, we really appreciate it!

My 10mm guests:

Marshall Sheldon

⁠https://buff.ly/42uWMcg⁠

Russell Wickham

⁠https://buff.ly/3LH7Qx9⁠

Richard Mueller RSE

⁠https://buff.ly/3FLoiZh⁠

Thank you very much for subscribing, and listening folks, we really appreciate it!

Joshua Taylor⁠

Email: leader@justworkhard.com

Web: ⁠www.wrenchturners.online

#coach #mechanic #podcast

Interested in being on the podcast, purchasing a Wrench Turner's Wellness Survey for your store, Participating in a Reverse Interview, or perhaps having a coaching session with me? Discovery sessions are free, with no obligation, and no pressure.
Mechanics find a time here: ⁠⁠Leaders find a time here: ⁠

The Wrench Turner's Podcast - Coaches Corner - Breaking down a Day

Sunday, May 14, 2023 • Duration 24:15

Sorry folks, Spotify doesn't like video. Check out this Youtube link:https://bit.ly/41J1pOe

Automotive Mechanics and Automotive Service Leaders; are you looking for ways to improve your daily production? Today I break down a hypothetical day to show you the advantage of journalling as a Technician. You are finding the steps between the steps that are preventing Technicians from hitting that next benchmark, leveling up, and providing more for themselves and their families. If this is your first time hearing a Coaches Corner, it would be better to go back to the first episode, so you understand the fundamentals.

Here's the link to the first Coaches Corner: https://bit.ly/3B2XhOa

J. Joshua Taylor⁠ Email: leader@justworkhard.com Web: ⁠www.wrenchturners.online #coach #mechanic #podcast Interested in being on the podcast, purchasing a Wrench Turner's Wellness Survey for your store, Participating in a Reverse Interview, or perhaps having a coaching session with me? Discovery sessions are free, with no obligation, and no pressure.

Mechanics find a time here: ⁠http://bit.ly/40SspLy

⁠Leaders find a time here: ⁠https://bit.ly/WTLDisc Lastly, I humbly ask that you share the show and listen with as many folks as possible!

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The Wrench Turner's Podcast - Mechanic Minute - May 11th - 2023 - Effort

Thursday, May 11, 2023 • Duration 03:25

The Wrench Turner’s Podcast: Mechanic Minute Edition This week: What is Effort? Thank you for listening folks, I really appreciate it. J. #coach #mechanic #podcast Joshua Taylor⁠ Email: joshua@justworkhard.com Cell: 1-416-550-7691 Web: ⁠www.wrenchturners.online Interested in being on the podcast, purchasing a Wrench Turner's Wellness Survey for your store, Participating in a Reverse Interview, or perhaps having a coaching session with me? Discovery sessions are free, with no obligation, and no pressure.Mechanics find a time here: ⁠http://bit.ly/40SspLy⁠Leaders find a time here: ⁠https://bit.ly/WTLDisc Lastly, I humbly ask that you share the show and listen with as many folks as possible!

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Stephan Dos Santos on Wrench Turners Podcast

Season 2

Wednesday, May 10, 2023 • Duration 57:19

A potentially dying position, a Shop Foreman is vital to the mentorship of our inbound young apprentices. Without them, we lose that figurehead in the shop that provides leadership that has nothing to do with technical support. This week on The Wrench Turners Podcast Stephan Dos Santos Shop Foreman - Audi Vaughan In today’s episode, we talk about: ✅ Vacation Pre-Inspection Waiters ✅ Navigating through and beyond 16 years of wrenching ✅ What it takes to make 150k on the bench Tune in every Wednesday for a new episode of The Wrench Turner’s Podcast Make sure you follow the podcast on your streaming service of choice and thank you for your continued support! #mechanic #podcast #BDC J. Stephan Dos Santos Shop Foreman - Audi Vaughan Joshua Taylor Email: joshua@justworkhard.com Cell: 1-416-550-7691 Web: www.wrenchturners.online Managers do things right, leaders do the right things.

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