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This is the Harmonic Motion Podcast. A place where you can join with automotive aftermarket professionals as they delve into and discuss the matters which matter.
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EP 20: One Year Anniversary Special - Part One
One year later…
Welcome to the special anniversary edition of the Harmonic Motion Podcast.
We’re delighted to share with you our first Podcast birthday and present to you a special anniversary episode; part one of two.
In this episode, we take a look back over the last 19 episodes at the fantastic array of guests and invaluable lessons that have been shared on this podcast. We’re also giving you some behind the scene extras of HMP and its production.
A sincere and heartfelt thank you for your continued support over the last year, we greatly appreciate it.
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Get in touch with us: hello@techtopics.co.uk
Connect:
Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-oldfields/
Website: https://techtopics.co.uk/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/technical.topics.training/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tthq_techtopics/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/techtopics
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd
Listen:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=e12f5c6f381f4681
Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion
Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion YouTube channel:
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EP 19: Gareth Davies - The Ultimate Side Hustle Success Story
Gareth Davies, Director of Euro Performance (independent German Vehicle specialist), and James Dillon chat about what it’s like to be an entrepreneur in the automotive industry.
They discuss how Gareth navigated upscaling the business from a side hustle in the family home garage to an award-winning, independent, German vehicle specialist.
The duo share their insight on the crucial effect planning and insight has on achieving your business goals, the impact making cosmetic changes to the customer facing side of the business can have on retention and the importance of collectively changing the industry perception to attract and retain a new, inspired talent.
Get involved in the podcast and be the first to know about new episodes by joining the Harmonic Motion podcast Facebook group:
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Connect:
Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-oldfields/
Website: https://techtopics.co.uk/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/technical.topics.training/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tthq_techtopics/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/techtopics
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd
Listen:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=e12f5c6f381f4681
Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion
Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion YouTube channel:
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EP 18: Transforming a Traditional Independent Garage Business with Tim Benson
Hello and welcome back to the Harmonic Motion podcast.
We’re bringing you a fantastically insightful episode with the Managing Director of Oldfields Garage, Tim Benson.
Tim re-joined his mother and father’s independent garage in Hertfordshire in 2008 to look after the customer service & forecourt shop. He has since helped grow the business into the triumph it is today.
James and Tim talk about the journey of Oldfields Garage, once being a traditional garage selling fuel to its local customers to it now being a modern, highly effective and multi-award winning independent garage.
The pair have a wealth of insight to share about nurturing an existing customer base through business developments, the importance of engaging with the local community and how to achieve top-notch professionalism through rebranding.
To take a digital drive by at Oldfields
www.oldfieldsgarage.co.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oldfieldsgarage
Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/5667546/
For presenting or consulting enquiries contact
Tim Benson
Email: tim@oldfieldsgarage.co.uk
Get involved in the podcast and be the first to know about new episodes by joining the Harmonic Motion podcast Facebook group:
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Connect:
Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-oldfields/
Website: https://techtopics.co.uk/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/technical.topics.training/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tthq_techtopics/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/techtopics
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd
Listen:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=e12f5c6f381f4681
Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion
Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion YouTube channel:
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Episode 17: Continuing The Legacy with David Massey
Hello and welcome to the first Harmonic Motion Podcast episode of 2024!
We’re delighted to share this episode with you as we introduce to the podcast, Mr David Massey.
Dave, son of industry legends Frank and Gene Massey, is the director and boss of ADS Automotive, a trusted specialist VW and Audi garage based in Preston.
James and Dave discuss the challenges and triumphs of taking over a business, the difficult transition between technician and business owner and share advice for technicians going through this journey.
Running a successful business also comes with personal sacrifice. The pair chat about work life balance, nurturing your mental health and prioritising what's truly important in life.
Get involved in the podcast and be the first to know about new episodes by joining the Harmonic Motion podcast Facebook group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/549573740317836/
Connect:
Website: https://techtopics.co.uk/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/technical.topics.training/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tthq_techtopics/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/techtopics
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd
Listen:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=e12f5c6f381f4681
Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion
Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion YouTube channel:
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EP 16: The Journey From Apprentice to Doctor - Darren Darling
Hello and welcome back to the Harmonic Motion podcast!
James is delighted to be joined by the awesome Darren Darling from DPF Doctor.
In this episode, you can find Darren sharing his journey in the motor trade, his early experiences as an apprentice and his transition into self-employment to create what we all know now as the DPF Doctor network.
James and Darren discuss all kinds of things to the importance of work culture on job productivity and satisfaction, managing customer relationships and the world of social media in the motor trade.
Darren also introduces his collaboration with DC Lubricants which is aimed at providing high-quality products for solving DPF and emission-related issues.
The DPF Doctor:www.the-dpf-doctor.com
DC Lubricants: www.dclubricants.uk
Get involved in the podcast and be the first to know about new episodes by joining the Harmonic Motion podcast Facebook group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/549573740317836/
Connect:
Website: https://techtopics.co.uk/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/technical.topics.training/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tthq_techtopics/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/techtopics
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd
Listen:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=e12f5c6f381f4681
Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion
Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion YouTube channel:
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EP 15: The Intricacies of Multi-Site Garage Business Management with Tina Drayson
Welcome back to another episode of the Harmonic Motion podcast!
This time Tina Drayson, Operations Manager at CCM, joins James as they discuss all things garage business management.
CCM is an award-winning group of garages located in the South East of England. With her background in data statistics, Tina started at the company in accounting and bookkeeping. Her role at CCM expanded organically over the years until she reached the pinnacle – co-ownership. Now, Tina is the Operations Manager for all branches of the company.
James and Tina share invaluable tips about people management to navigating the financial landscape, they delve into decision-making dilemmas and the essence of effective leadership.
Get involved in the podcast and be the first to know about new episodes by joining the Harmonic Motion podcast Facebook group:
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Join the mailing list:
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Connect:
Website: https://techtopics.co.uk/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/technical.topics.training/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tthq_techtopics/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/techtopics
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd
Listen:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=e12f5c6f381f4681
Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion
Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@theharmonicmotionpodcast