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    The Ratchet+Wrench Radio Network offers four tracks each month that explore the industry's biggest trends, most pressing topics and the leadership and business management tips and strategies you need to thrive.

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    Podcast: Make Social Media a Tool for Growth and Transparency w/Jacki Lutz

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    April 2, 2025
    Jacki Lutz shares her insight on how social media can help make shops grow and become more transparent.
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    Podcast: Addressing the Technician Shortage and the NAPA Team Tool Rebate

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    March 26, 2025
    NAPA's new Team Tool Rebate Program aims to help young technicians address the issue of investment in tools to further their careers.
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    Podcast: The Journey to Find the Right Coach w/Tonnika Haynes

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    March 19, 2025
    Finding the correct coach that matches your needs and fuels your growth can be challenging.
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    Podcast: Thinking About Selling your Shop? Here's how.

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    March 12, 2025
    There are many factors that affect the valuation of your shop. Some require time and planning in order to maximize your sale price.
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    Podcast: Building a Strong Automotive Brand

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    March 5, 2025
    Building a strong automotive repair brand helps create trust.
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    Podcast: Understanding Every Minute of Your Effective Labor Rate

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    Feb. 26, 2025
    Time is money. Knowing how much it costs your shop to operate, down to the minute, will help you make operational decisions.
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    Podcast: Tara Topel on Building a Brand, Choosing the Right Coach, Recruiting Techs, and More

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    Feb. 19, 2025
    Tara Topel has had a successful career in the automotive industry. She shares her insights about how to succeed.
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    Podcast: Editor Ecclesia w/Chris Jones & Ivan Rioja-Scott: AI, Tariffs, RWMC & More

    Feb. 13, 2025
    Ratchet+Wrench Radio features, for the first time, Chris Jones and Ivan Rioja-Scott in the Editor Ecclesia, a series about the industry at-large.
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    Podcast: The Single Shop Model vs. The Franchise Model

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    Jan. 29, 2025
    We analyze the differences between the franchise model and single store ownership.
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    Podcast: Effective Strategies for Attracting Top Technicians

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    Jan. 22, 2025
    Understanding how to attract the best talent for your shop will make the difference at the bottom line.
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    Podcast: Instilling a Culture of Pride in the Industry

    Chris Jones
    Jan. 16, 2025
    Carm Capriotto, founder of Remarkable Results Radio, talks about his declaration, “The Rise of the Mechanical and Technical Specialist.”
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    Podcast: How to Implement and Grow your Business Through Shop Culture

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    Jan. 8, 2025
    Implementing the right shop culture can lead to the creation of organic growth opportunities.
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    Podcast: Choosing the Right Coach, Expanding Your Business and More

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    Dec. 18, 2024
    Fernando Miranda, VP of Transformers Institute, talks about choosing the correct coach and taking your business to the next level.
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    Podcast: What Does the Tekmetric and Shopgenie Merger Mean to Your Business

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    Dec. 11, 2024
    The merger between the two SMS platforms will allow for increased capabilities and ease of use.
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    Podcast: Tax Strategy and Company Structure: Best Practices

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    Dec. 4, 2024
    The right tax strategy starts with making sure your company is properly structured.
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    Podcast: Stellantis SVP for Global Circular Economy, Alison Jones, on Sustainability and Bottom Line

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    Nov. 27, 2024
    Stellantis approaches sustainability as a cost-saving measure for auto repair shops
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    AAPEX Live Series: Kathleen Callahan on KPIs, Coaching, Money Matters, and Growth

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    Nov. 20, 2024
    In this episode, recorded LIVE at AAPEX 2024 in Las Vegas, we sit down with R+W columnist, industry leader, former Women in AutoCare Woman of the Year recipient, and owner of ...
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    Podcast: Leveraging asTech Mechanical to Regain Control of Your Schedule

    Nov. 15, 2024
    A discussion with Ben Johnson, Vice President, General Automotive Repair Markets, for Repairify.
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    Podcast: The Keys to Expanding into the Multi-store Model

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    Nov. 13, 2024
    David Askwith, Managing Director of AutoStream Car Care, talks about shop's rapid and successful expansion. He also discusses system implementation, the right way to communicate...
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    Podcast: From $7 Million to $14 Million: Personal Growth to Business Success

    Ivan Rioja-Scott
    Nov. 6, 2024
    Brian Moak, CEO of HEART Certified Autocare talks about how his personal transformation has led to exponential business growth
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    Podcast: How a Detailed Business Plan Can Improve Your Chances of Early Success

    Chris Jones
    Nov. 1, 2024
    Matt Wagg of Accelerated Diagnostic & Automotive discusses business plans, investing in self-education, and coaching, and why shop owners need a clear direction to achieve success...