Harmonic Motion

James Dillon
Harmonic Motion podcast

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.

  1. EP 23: Technical Synchromesh - The Dream Team

    6 SEP.

    EP 23: Technical Synchromesh - The Dream Team

    In a rare turn of events during the summer holidays, we managed to get the Technical Topics training team in one room to record a podcast episode. The team behind the scenes: Kev - 2021 Top Tech Winner, Kev is an awesome new addition to team TT who contributes as both a course leader and contributor to the super secret Diagnostic Assistance project Jay - Front of House expert and German Vehicle specialist Jay is the newest addition to the team. Jay bought, ran and sold a successful garage business and now teaches others how to do the same. Wilf - Ex-BMW and Peugeot dealer technician with 45 years in the industry, Wilf joined the team in 2020 and has since become our resident EV and ADAS expert, as well as working with Kev on the secret DA project. Rob - Joined Team TT a few years ago, mainly supporting and training our Master Techs and Diag Techs. Rob started his career as a technical trainer with Bosch before setting up his own successful businesses and a garage of his own. 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/ Get in touch with us: hello@techtopics.co.uk 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

    1u 52m
  2. EP 21: Technical Synchromesh - John, Marc and Simon

    26 JUL.

    EP 21: Technical Synchromesh - John, Marc and Simon

    We'd like to introduce you to our new mini-series - Technical Synchromesh. Technical Synchromesh is an opportunity for techs in the trade to chew through the issues that affect them on a daily basis. From problem jobs and tricky customers to setting up on your own, this mini-series is a space to chat all things trade. This time, John, Marc and Simon, three of our esteemed Master Technician graduates, sat down with James to share their journeys. All three are incredibly capabale and highly effective technicians who are independent garage owners. They share their top tips for nailing the diagnostic process, changes they'd like to see in the industry and the necessity of ongoing training and developing your expertise. 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/ 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: https://www.youtube.com/@theharmonicmotionpodcast

    2u 4m
  3. EP 20: One Year Anniversary Special - Part One

    22 MRT.

    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. 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/ 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: https://www.youtube.com/@theharmonicmotionpodcast

    30 min
  4. EP 19: Gareth Davies - The Ultimate Side Hustle Success Story

    9 FEB.

    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: https://www.facebook.com/groups/549573740317836/ 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: https://www.youtube.com/@theharmonicmotionpodcast

    1u 41m
  5. EP 18: Transforming a Traditional Independent Garage Business with Tim Benson

    22 JAN.

    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: https://www.facebook.com/groups/549573740317836/ 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: https://www.youtube.com/@theharmonicmotionpodcast

    1u 28m
  6. Episode 17: Continuing The Legacy with David Massey

    5 JAN.

    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: https://www.youtube.com/@theharmonicmotionpodcast

    1u 45m
  7. EP 16: The Journey From Apprentice to Doctor - Darren Darling

    15-12-2023

    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: https://www.youtube.com/@theharmonicmotionpodcast

    1u 54m

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