{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Improving Attitudes and Respecting Other Professionals The Jaded Mechanic Talks With TobaTech From TikTok","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/improving-attitudes-and-respecting-other-professionals-the-jaded-mechanic-talks-with-tobatech-from-tiktok","audioUrl":"https://media.transistor.fm/80f40173/35e333e9.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 HEREWanna go to Tekmetric's first ever industry training event Tektonic? Register HEREIn this episode of our podcast, we have a candid conversation with Mark Elliott, also known as Toba Tech on TikTok. Mark dives into his experiences working in a tire shop, discussing the challenges and demands of the job, especially during the busy snow tire season. He shares insights into the long hours, with shifts stretching from seven in the morning to seven at night, Monday to Thursday, and how his team manages the intense workload. Mark also talks about the recent changes under his new boss, including the option to work overtime during peak periods, which has led to record-setting months for the shop. Tune in to hear Mark's personal take on the automotive service industry and his rise on social media platforms like TikTok.[00:01:35] TikTok and automotive content.[00:05:19] Fishing in Winnipeg[00:08:52] Career uncertainty after nine years.[00:09:06] Mechanic job experiences.[00:14:59] Mentorship in the industry.[00:15:03] Apprenticeship program challenges.[00:19:31] Job performance and car repairs.[00:21:42] Ford quality and German cars.[00:22:44] A career transition and growth.[00:28:43] Valuing ourselves in the industry.[00:30:47] Transitioning to quality repairs.[00:33:53] Cheap customers and aftermarket parts.[00:39:36] EVs and hybrids in automotive.[00:40:39] EVs and higher disposable income.[00:44:17] The need for technological adaptation.[00:47:10] Specialization of transmission repairs.[00:51:11] Recalling faulty vehicle parts.[00:55:18] Engine block coolant intrusion.[00:58:19] Social media and the industry.[01:02:43] The toxic end of networking.[01:04:20] Calling out social media behavior.[01:07:00] Approaching transmissions and systems.[01:11:33] Custom car exhaust work.[01:13:27] Quality of aftermarket car parts.[01:15:52] Difficulty with seized wheel bearings.[01:21:21] Technician shortage and business potential.[01:22:03] Finding skilled workers and immigrants.[01:26:27] Realness of the podcast.[01:28:59] Networking and building relationships.[01:31:34] Confrontation and understanding in conversations.[01:34:45] Gratitude and Excitement.\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":419.347,"endTime":422.552,"type":"car","title":"American Motors Corporation (Amc) Javelin","url":"/cars/amc/javelin","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a4/1971_AMC_Javelin_AMX_360_in_Mustard_Yellow_at_2024_AMO_show_1of5.jpg","quote":"... around. 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It was like a 90, but you a chance he shows up and the tools oh my god massive toolbox he had like enough to run a whole shop and we're like okay like some of this has to go like it should be just we're small shop right we don't have the room for this but anyways first week on first week on the job and for me because like i'm i get the chance now to run the shop right i'm running the shop the back shop right now And I always like to just watch the guys and just see what they can do before, you know, I want to instill, like, the way we like to do things. 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