The Limitless Leadership Podcast

Amber Wright is the VP of Business Development at Tekmetric, and Sam Freeman is the Partnership Manager at Promotive. Today, Josh and Bret talk with the ladies about the role of culture in building high-performing teams, the ongoing challenges and importance of recruiting top talent in the automotive industry, and the need for leaders to embrace growth by stepping into discomfort and letting go of control.

Learn more about Promotive or start your next search at https://www.gopromotive.com. 

Stop wasting your marketing dollars and connect with Shop Marketing pros at https://www.shopmarketingpros.com. 

Visit https://www.tekmetric.com to book a demo and see how Tekmetric can help you run your shop with more clarity and confidence. 

Visit Golden Hour Garage at https://www.goldenhourgarage.com to schedule a discovery call - & Own Your Golden Hour. 

Timestamps:

00:10 – Meet Amber Wright & Sam Freeman

02:12 – Growing Teams, Growing Responsibilities: Leadership at Scale

04:08 – Tackling the Hiring Struggle and Never-Ending Fires

07:11 – How Company Culture Drives Success

13:08 – Most Challenging, Most Rewarding Roles: Embracing the Suck

17:43 – Steps of Faith Over Leaps: Leading Through Fear and Uncertainty

22:18 – Setting Expectations and Holding the Line on Team Standards

28:36 – Why Vendor Relationships Matter at Trade Shows

34:09 – Building an Abundant Community in Automotive

38:08 – Where to Find Tekmetric & Promotive


I'm Josh Parnell, Founder and CEO of Limitless Leadership. With a team of leadership coaches, trainers, and speakers, Limitless Leadership helps aspiring leaders tap into unrecognized potential to achieve limitless results.
For more information, please visit https://www.limitlessleadership.co.

In this episode, Patrick Egan, founder of Spark Interactive, shares his journey from leading marketing for major automotive software companies to pioneering digital vehicle inspections (DVI) and storytelling-driven marketing. Patrick emphasizes the power of authenticity in business storytelling, highlighting how real, unscripted stories from owners, teams, and customers build connection and trust. He also discusses the importance of culture and leadership by example, urging shop owners to listen to their teams and showcase what truly sets them apart in a competitive industry.

Stop managing chaos and start leading with purpose. Visit https://www.limitlessleadership.co to learn more about Limitless Leadership coaching, training, and speaking.

Visit https://www.tekmetric.com to book a demo and see how Tekmetric can help you run your shop with more clarity and confidence.

Stop wasting your marketing dollars and connect with Shop Marketing pros at https://www.shopmarketingpros.com.

Atlantic Automotive is a faith-based, family-owned coalition that partners with, invests in, and grows exceptional auto repair shops across the U.S. by providing technology, capital, and operational support — whether owners want to scale or transition their legacy.

If you're interested in partnering, go to https://atlanticautomotivegroup.com/  and fill out the "Start a Conversation" form.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction: Meet Patrick Egan of Spark Interactive

01:29 – The Birth of Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI)

05:57 – Why Most Shops Struggle to Share Their Story

07:49 – What Makes a Story Truly Authentic

11:32 – Beyond the Owner: Highlighting Team & Customers

13:42 – Customer Stories that Build Loyalty

20:05 – Leadership in Action: Leading by Example

26:26 – Standing Out in a Crowded Market

30:06 – Recruiting and Retaining Top Techs through Culture

35:30 – The Best Advice from a Mentor

39:01 – Closing Words: Tell Your Own Story


I'm Josh Parnell, Founder and CEO of Limitless Leadership. With a team of leadership coaches, trainers, and speakers, Limitless Leadership helps aspiring leaders tap into unrecognized potential to achieve limitless results.
For more information, please visit https://www.limitlessleadership.co.

In this episode, Josh and Bret are joined by Jackie Hoegger, CEO of Hoegger Communications, for an inspiring conversation on leadership and organizational culture. Bret emphasizes the importance of authentic relationships over transactions, sharing how her team treats clients like family and the difference this approach makes. She dives into the significance of emotional discipline and creating an environment where employees feel valued, heard, and recognized.

Learn more about Promotive or start your next search at https://www.gopromotive.com.

Stop managing chaos and start leading with purpose. Visit https://www.limitlessleadership.co to learn more about Limitless Leadership coaching, training, and speaking.

Visit https://www.tekmetric.com to book a demo and see how Tekmetric can help you run your shop with more clarity and confidence.

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Meet Jackie Hoegger

01:13 – From Retail to CEO

05:47 – Making Clients Family & Leading with Care

09:17 – The Power of Boundaries and Recharging as a Leader

12:54 – Leadership Defined: Emotional Discipline & Empathy

18:32 – Staff Engagement: Daily Check-Ins, Shoutouts & Recognition

24:20 – Rookie Mindset: How Staying Fresh Energizes Your Team

26:05 – Award-Winning Work & Team Achievements

30:50 – Loving What You Do: The Secret to Avoiding Burnout

33:17 – Hiring Wisely: Lessons in Patience & Team Involvement

35:45 – The Best Advice: Kindness, Ego, and Leadership Legacy

39:40 – The Role of Faith, Fear, and Moving Forward

40:40 – Closing & Invitation to Connect


I'm Josh Parnell, Founder and CEO of Limitless Leadership. With a team of leadership coaches, trainers, and speakers, Limitless Leadership helps aspiring leaders tap into unrecognized potential to achieve limitless results.
For more information, please visit https://www.limitlessleadership.co.

In this episode, Josh welcomes JeanAnn Saint Grace, coach with Autofix Auto Shop Coaching and host of Shop Talk Her Way. JeanAnn shares her powerful journey through personal tragedy and business ownership, emphasizing the importance of resilience and finding purpose in the face of adversity. The conversation highlights strategies for effective leadership, including authentic recognition of team members and setting healthy boundaries for self-care.

Learn more about Promotive or start your next search at https://www.gopromotive.com.

Visit https://www.tekmetric.com to book a demo and see how Tekmetric can help you run your shop with more clarity and confidence.

Stop managing chaos and start leading with purpose. Visit https://www.limitlessleadership.co to learn more about Limitless Leadership coaching, training, and speaking.

Timestamps:

00:00 Balancing personal life and business

06:39 Starting the family business

07:48 Finding our niche and challenges

13:59 Sharing experiences for success

16:58 Shouting out Jeff Compton

20:10 Identifying and addressing business challenges

23:38 Leadership philosophy and employee engagement

25:17 Building a positivity bank

30:11 Inspiring growth and impact

32:28 Discussing self-care and prioritizing yourself

36:42 Rethinking traditional work hours

41:47 Supporting employees during personal challenges

42:47 Importance of employee recognition

45:59 Understanding shop operations and DVIs


I'm Josh Parnell, Founder and CEO of Limitless Leadership. With a team of leadership coaches, trainers, and speakers, Limitless Leadership helps aspiring leaders tap into unrecognized potential to achieve limitless results.
For more information, please visit https://www.limitlessleadership.co.

In this episode, Josh Parnell and Brett Beitler are joined by Andrew O'Brien, founder of Dad Tribes. Andrew shares his journey from military service to building the fastest-growing global community for fathers, highlighting the importance of brotherhood and combating male isolation. The hosts and Andrew discuss the difference between solitude and isolation, emphasizing the critical need for men to find camaraderie and support.

Learn more about Promotive or start your next search at https://www.gopromotive.com.

Visit Golden Hour Garage at https://www.goldenhourgarage.com to schedule a discovery call - & Own Your Golden Hour.

Stop wasting your marketing dollars and connect with Shop Marketing pros at https://www.shopmarketingpros.com.

Visit https://www.tekmetric.com to book a demo and see how Tekmetric can help you run your shop with more clarity and confidence.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome and Introduction to Andrew O’Brien

00:41 – What is Dad Tribes? A Community for Dads

02:22 – The Inspiration: From Military Brotherhood to Civilian Isolation

04:49 – Rapid Growth: From Facebook Group to Global Movement

08:22 – Breaking Isolation: The Power of Real Connection

10:02 – Solitude vs. Isolation: Why Community Matters

12:47 – Expanding Worldwide: USA, Australia, UK & Beyond

13:07 – Redefining Leadership Among Fathers

16:00 – How to Get Involved with Dad Tribes

19:26 – Life Lessons and Leading by Example


I'm Josh Parnell, Founder and CEO of Limitless Leadership. With a team of leadership coaches, trainers, and speakers, Limitless Leadership helps aspiring leaders tap into unrecognized potential to achieve limitless results.
For more information, please visit https://www.limitlessleadership.co.