Flat Rate is Killing Teamwork in Auto Repair! (Mike Pereira)

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast

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In this episode, Jeff and fellow Canadian shop owner Mike Pereira discuss industry challenges, such as the flat-rate pay system at dealerships, emphasizing how it discourages teamwork and impacts job satisfaction. Both Jeff and Mike highlight the importance of ongoing technical and business training in today’s rapidly changing industry and discuss the need for better collaboration and transparency among local shop owners.

00:00 Some Sports Take WAYYYY Too Long

10:25 Unfair Work Distribution Observed

11:50 Turn Up the Radio Solution

16:02 Flat Rate Challenges in Learning

22:29 Shared Experiences in the Industry

30:46 "Highly Recommend Brian's Class"

34:48 Valuing Time Over Money

38:23 Supportive Owners Embrace Change

45:26 Selective Customer Intake Strategy

49:10 Evaluating Vehicle Part Quality

57:10 Car Enthusiast's Euro Car Insights

01:01:08 Unfair Work Conditions at Dealership

01:05:20 Proactive Work Culture Insights

01:08:18 Training Adjustments at Work

01:18:02 Digital Tread & Rotor Measurement

01:20:28 Vehicle Inspection Photo Transparency

01:25:41 Trust Car Claims Carefully

01:30:41 Focus on Business Skills, Not Tech

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