{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"DO NOT Work a Job You Hate! Promotive Will Help You Be Happy at Work","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/do-not-work-a-job-you-hate-promotive-will-help-you-be-happy-at-work","audioUrl":"https://media.transistor.fm/527c6fd2/b2415f93.mp3","description":"\n        Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs.  Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERERegister NOW for Tekmetric's Tektonic Conference coming up HEREThis episode was recorded at the ASTA Expo in Raleigh, North Carolina. You should go next year! Jeff Compton, Ethan Whidden and Stacy Black from Promotive have a conversation about how Promotive is now using AI with their virtual recruiter, Paige, to pre-screen candidates around the clock and ensure no great technician is unhappy at work. They also talk about how both shop owners and technicians need a good shop culture, continued training, and flexibility in benefits like PTO and four-day workweeks. Timestamps: 00:00 Recording at ASTA Expo - Looking Forward to AAPEX08:02 Shop Culture and Expectations15:29 \"Missing the Shop Dogs\"18:13 Embrace Continuous Technical Training25:55 Headset Restrictions Spark Workplace Debate29:52 \"Prioritizing Safety Under Pressure\"36:01 Shop Owners' Hiring Frustrations37:06 Hiring: Reputation and Compatibility Insights45:46 Decision-Making and Consultation Process47:27 Balancing Tech and Shop Perspectives54:44 \"Service Advisors Need Empathy Training\"58:27 Effective Brake Maintenance Communication01:03:38 Aligning for Industry Improvement\nFollow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232\n      "},"annotations":[{"startTime":190.6,"endTime":193.4,"type":"brand","title":"Tesla","url":"/glossary/tesla","quote":"And they run only with Teslas and literally, so they're all the roads or highway.","canonicalId":"brand:tesla","priority":0.9,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Tesla is an American electric vehicle manufacturer known for its innovative technology and autonomous driving capabilities. 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This can cause the car to not shift gears properly or make strange sounds."}},{"startTime":3204.2,"endTime":3206.0,"type":"term","title":"transmission repair","url":"/glossary/transmission-repair","quote":"...the transmission repair was three. Yes. Right?","canonicalId":"term:transmission-repair","priority":0.9,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Transmission repair refers to the process of fixing issues within a vehicle's transmission system, which is responsible for transferring power from the engine to the wheels. This can include repairs to components like gears, clutches, and hydraulic systems.","simplifiedExplanation":"Transmission repair means fixing problems in the part of the car that helps it change gears and move. If this part is broken, the car might not work properly."}},{"startTime":3616.2,"endTime":3618.9,"type":"part","title":"brakes","url":"/glossary/brakes","quote":"...we noticed your brakes are getting low. 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