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In this episode of The Gearbox Podcast, we sit down with Brandon Jones, a former shop owner, coach, and leadership mentor, who is on a mission to change the way repair shops estimate jobs. Brandon has just launched Hub Shop Solutions, a groundbreaking company that provides a team of remote estimators, allowing service advisors to focus on what truly matters—building strong client relationships.

We dive into Brandon’s journey from shop owner to mentor and now entrepreneur, exploring how his new venture is helping shops improve efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction. Whether you're a shop owner, service advisor, or industry professional, this episode is packed with insights on streamlining operations and boosting profitability in today’s fast-paced automotive world.

Tune in to learn how Hub Shop Solutions is reshaping the future of repair estimating! 🚗🔧 #AutoRepair #ShopSuccess #TheGearboxPodcast

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In this episode of The Gearbox Podcast, we sit down with Brandon Jones, a former shop owner, coach, and leadership mentor, who is on a mission to change the way repair shops estimate jobs. Brandon has just launched Hub Shop Solutions, a groundbreaking company that provides a team of remote estimators, allowing service advisors to focus on what truly matters—building strong client relationships.

We dive into Brandon’s journey from shop owner to mentor and now entrepreneur, exploring how his new venture is helping shops improve efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction. Whether you're a shop owner, service advisor, or industry professional, this episode is packed with insights on streamlining operations and boosting profitability in today’s fast-paced automotive world.

Tune in to learn how Hub Shop Solutions is reshaping the future of repair estimating! 🚗🔧 #AutoRepair #ShopSuccess #TheGearboxPodcast

… continue reading

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