From Med School to Founding Tekmetric: Lessons in Leadership
About this episode
Sunil Patel shares his unique journey from med school to founding Tekmetric, a cloud-based automotive repair shop software. He discusses the challenges of starting and growing a repair shop, the pivot to software development, and the importance of leadership evolution. Sunil emphasizes decision-making, hiring the right people, and adapting leadership styles to inspire teams. He also highlights Tekmetric's focus on innovation, platform integration, and maintaining a strong company culture. The conversation offers valuable insights into perseverance, leadership principles, and building a successful business in the automotive tech space.
Sunil Patel shares how his path from medical school to shop owner to Founder and CEO of Tekmetric shaped his approach to leadership. He discusses how a personal shop struggle inspired Tekmetric, why staying focused on your vertical drives success, and the leadership lessons he’s learned building a platform for automotive repair shops nationwide.
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- Host: Jay Goninen, WrenchWay, [email protected]
- Guest: Sunil Patel, Tekmetric, [email protected]
- Sponsor: Jasper Engines & Transmissions
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