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, 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. Optimize Labor. Unlock Capacity. For less than $5 a day per technician, improve absorption rate, increase ELR, and give your techs the career pathway that keeps them engaged and in the bay. Book a demo today! https://meetings.hubspot.com/jen-grimes/demo-meeting?utm_campaign=41778739-Limitless+Leadership&utm_source=Limited+Leadership&utm_medium=LL+referral&uuid=57616c84-28ec-48d0-9a44-7b64074e5d8c 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 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.

In this episode, Josh Parnell sits down with Lola and Erich Schmidt of Schmidt Auto Care to discuss their leadership journey as husband-and-wife shop owners. Lola shares how implementing strong business processes and a four-day workweek transformed their team's engagement and productivity. Erich reflects on the power of investing in staff development and fostering a positive workplace culture, emphasizing how both personal connections and well-planned growth strategies can lead to truly life-changing results for their team. 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: 00:00 – Meet Lola & Erich Schmidt 01:30 – Operations, Marketing, and Technical Mastery 04:05 – Why Growing Your Team Is Life-Changing 06:03 – Building Connections at Industry Events 10:20 – How a Conversation Became a Career 13:45 – Bringing Lessons from Other Industries into Auto Care 14:35 – Implementing a Four-Day Workweek: Process & Payoff 17:29 – Turning Culture Into Performance 22:17 – Stability, Empowerment & Setting People Free 25:03 – Risk, Rewards, and the Power of Planning 27:25 – The Best Advice Ever Received  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, John Firm and Rick White share their experiences from decades in the automotive industry, focusing on leadership growth and the importance of continual training. Rick White emphasizes that true impact as a coach is determined by others, and stresses the value of encouraging and developing team members. John Firm highlights the necessity of grit, resilience, and gratitude in overcoming challenges and maintaining leadership growth. 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. Optimize Labor. Unlock Capacity. For less than $5 a day per technician, improve absorption rate, increase ELR, and give your techs the career pathway that keeps them engaged and in the bay. Book a demo today! https://meetings.hubspot.com/jen-grimes/demo-meeting?utm_campaign=41778739-Limitless+Leadership&utm_source=Limited+Leadership&utm_medium=LL+referral&uuid=57616c84-28ec-48d0-9a44-7b64074e5d8c Timestamps: 00:00 – Meet John Firm & Rick White: 04:10 – Why Impact Is More Than Effort 08:10 – Encouragement, Safe Spaces, and Building Others Up 13:30 – Failing Forward: The Lessons of “Going Through Suck” 17:50 – Comfort Zones vs. Growth Zones: Finding Your Edge 21:04 – Gratitude, Perspective, and Leadership Through Tough Times 27:02 – What Does Real Leadership Mean? 34:00 – Servant Leadership and the Power of Community 38:40 – Final Words: Stop Telling Yourself You Can’t  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, Eric Svedberg, owner of European Auto Works and founder of Fuel Coaching, joins the podcast to talk about the importance of coaching for shop owners. Eric shares how building effective systems and empowering staff are critical for scaling a business and freeing up the owner’s time. He also emphasizes that both professional and personal growth can result from having the right coach, encouraging owners to seek support and not let past negative experiences hold them back. 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. Optimize Labor. Unlock Capacity. For less than $5 a day per technician, improve absorption rate, increase ELR, and give your techs the career pathway that keeps them engaged and in the bay. Book a demo today! https://meetings.hubspot.com/jen-grimes/demo-meeting?utm_campaign=41778739-Limitless+Leadership&utm_source=Limited+Leadership&utm_medium=LL+referral&uuid=57616c84-28ec-48d0-9a44-7b64074e5d8c Timestamps: 00:00 – Meet Eric Svedberg: Decades in the Industry 02:27 – Leaving the Gas Business: The Birth of Automotive Specialists 04:28 – Systemizing Success: Working One Day a Week 05:21 – The Realities & Rewards of Shop Coaching 08:00 – Why Every Leader Needs a Coach 10:36 – Overcoming Skepticism: Finding the Right Coaching Fit 13:38 – Creating a Professional Advantage: Book Insights 17:23 – Learning from Your Clients: Growth as a Coach 20:05 – Shop Culture: Core Values and Morning Huddles 22:51 – Empowerment Over Control: Delegation & Scaling 23:45 – Systems and Game-Changing Leadership Rules 31:29 – The Best Advice: Want Big Problems!  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 welcomes Connor Tracy, Product Evangelist and Director of Partner Development at Kukui. Connor shares his journey from working in auto repair shops to leading teams and embracing servant leadership. He emphasizes the importance of empowering team members, developing active listening skills, and aligning leadership strategies with individual definitions of success. 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 From bar hours to Kukui role 05:50 Balancing work and family life 07:19 House fire incident on the way 10:51 Recognizing burnout signals 14:18 Empowering leadership and ownership 17:13 Defining personal success metrics 22:30 Managing a challenging business atmosphere 25:57 Connor's best advice 28:02 The importance of listening 30:54 Kukui's auto repair marketing expertise  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, host Josh is joined by Levi O'Brien, founder and CEO of Vintage Plumbing Services. Levi O'Brien shares how upgrading communication doubled his company’s business, explains his unique 50/50 partnership model that creates entrepreneurs within his organization, and discusses the life-changing impact of focusing on serving others above profit. 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. Visit https://auto.tekmetric.com/4r7jaUw to register for Tektonic In Houston, Texas, April 9th - 11th. Stop wasting your marketing dollars and connect with Shop Marketing pros at https://www.shopmarketingpros.com. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction: Meet Levi O’Brien 01:51 – The Reluctant Plumber: Childhood Lessons & Family Business 03:40 – Upgrading Communication: How Tech Doubled Revenue 06:00 – Creating Jobs, Not Just Income: Shifting the Focus 07:35 – Partnerships, Not Employees: The 50/50 Model 10:24 – Navigating Tough Calls and Servant Leadership 13:10 – Proving Yourself vs. Improving Yourself 14:00 – Loss, Faith, and True Transformation 17:27 – Building Lasting Relationships and Unshakeable Trust 20:33 – What Leadership Means Now: Service & Sacrifice 25:18 – Content but Not Comfortable: Growth Never Ends  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 is joined by Frank Ziede, professional facilitator and author. Frank shares insights from his 25 years of experience training leaders and teams, emphasizing the importance of mindset and emotional intelligence in effective facilitation. Together, they discuss how genuine connection and servant leadership drive engagement and performance within organizations. Stop managing chaos and start leading with purpose. Visit https://www.limitlessleadership.co to learn more about Limitless Leadership coaching, training, and speaking. Visit Golden Hour Garage at https://www.goldenhourgarage.com to schedule a discovery call - & Own Your Golden Hour. Visit https://www.thebeardedbrotherhood.co to grab your grooming essentials from The Bearded Brotherhood. Timestamps: 00:00 Mindset and Soft Skills Training 04:13 "Engaged Learning Is Best" 06:43 "Leadership, Learning, and Perspective" 10:52 "Distracted Student with Business Crisis" 15:16 Leadership Through Courage and Care 17:36 Unlocking Potential Through Leadership 21:06 "Servant Leadership Explained Simply" 22:57 "Selflessness Yields Greater Rewards" 28:03 "Real-Life Motivation Examples" 29:38 "Connection Drives Engagement, Performance" 32:33 "Focus on What Truly Matters"  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 is joined by Josiah Martin, shop owner of Limitless Auto Center, to explore the realities and rewards of leadership in business ownership. Josiah shares his journey from technician to entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of investing in leadership skills and the critical role of recognizing and supporting team members. He also opens up about navigating personal and professional challenges, including leading his business through his son's medical crisis, and highlights the significance of building strong partnerships and preparing teams to step up when needed. 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. Visit https://auto.tekmetric.com/4r7jaUw to register for Tektonic In Houston, Texas, April 9th - 11th. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction: Meet Josiah Martin and Limitless Auto Center 02:02 – Starting Out: Early Days in the Automotive Industry 03:22 – Naming the Business: Why “Limitless”? 05:24 – Stepping Into Leadership: Realizing It’s More Than Fixing Cars 07:36 – Facing Challenges: The Reality of Business Ownership 08:40 – The Power of Recognition in Leadership 18:08 – Leading Through Family Crisis: Building a Team That Thrives  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 is joined by Jimmy Alauria, owner of Three A Automotive and Diesel and founder of Victory Team Building Group. Jimmy shares his journey from an unexpected start in the auto repair industry to becoming a successful shop owner and leadership coach. He emphasizes the importance of building winning teams through clear vision, personal accountability, and developing systems that allow every team member to thrive. 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 https://auto.tekmetric.com/4r7jaUw to register for Tektonic In Houston, Texas, April 9th - 11th. Visit Golden Hour Garage at https://www.goldenhourgarage.com to schedule a discovery call - & Own Your Golden Hour. Timestamps: 00:00 "Streamlining Business for Expansion" 05:17 "Winning at 2025 Apex Show" 08:53 "Leadership Through Community and Growth" 10:49 Clear Vision Drives Organizational Success 12:54 "Accountability and System Responsibility" 16:15 "Streamlining Business Operations" 21:47 "Effective Role Management in Business" 25:26 "Driving Profit Through Management" 26:20 "Focus on Gross Profit, Not RO" 29:26 "Thriving by Embracing My Role" 36:01 Teamwork vs Individualism in Shops 37:04 "Winning Teams and Business Goals"  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 Oscar Acosta. Oscar shares his inspiring journey from Venezuela to the United States, highlighting his transition across multiple industries and the importance of lifelong learning. The conversation centers on three key points: the value of applying leadership principles across industries, the importance of hiring for values over skillset, and leading by example to inspire and build trust within teams. 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. Visit https://auto.tekmetric.com/4r7jaUw to register for Tektonic In Houston, Texas, April 9th - 11th. Visit https://integrity1auto.com to learn more about Integrity 1st Car Pros, and https://www.Integrity1Franchise.com to complete the Franchise Fit questionnaire. Timestamps: 00:00 Oscar's Inspiring Franchise Journey 04:38 From Architect to Daycare Manager 07:55 "Lifelong Learning and Curiosity" 12:01 "Living Values and Inspiring Change" 14:34 "Building Trust Through Leadership" 16:21 "Lead by Example" 20:47 "Faithful Leadership and Legacy" 23:09 "Limitless Leadership Welcomes Oscar Acosta"  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 sits down with Jacob Morgan, five-time bestselling author and professionally trained futurist, to discuss building a future-ready organization. Jacob shares his journey from a challenging corporate experience to becoming an influential thought leader in employee experience. They also talk about the importance of leaders embodying five key archetypes to adapt in today’s workplace, the value of building skills-based organizations that prioritize both values and flexibility, and the critical role of exclusivity in hiring to cultivate strong organizational culture.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.Visit https://auto.tekmetric.com/4r7jaUw to register for Tektonic In Houston, Texas, April 9th - 11th.Timestamps: 00:00 "Journey to Future of Work"05:41 Servant Leadership Over Positional Leadership08:00 "Futurist Leadership and Employee Experience"12:09 "Adaptability in Evolving Workplaces"15:27 "Climbing the Corporate Rock Wall"16:24 Skills-Based Workforce Optimization19:39 "Leadership Through Inspiration"24:32 "Leadership: Influence vs. Position"26:32 "Strategize Beyond the Surface"  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.