Gearbox Podcast

Jimmy Purdy
  • 4.6 (14)
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Welcome to The Gear Box Podcast—the ultimate pit stop for those looking to break into the auto repair business, grow their shop, and navigate the daily grind of the industry. Thinking about opening a shop? Struggling to increase profitability? Wondering what it really takes to thrive in a competitive market? We tackle the tough questions, break down real-world challenges, and share insider tips from industry experts, seasoned shop owners, and those turning wrenches every day. From leadership strategies to game-changing innovations, we’re here to help you shift gears and stay ahead of the curve. Buckle up—it’s going to be a ride! 🚗🔧 #AutoRepair #ShopSuccess #TheGearboxPodcast

  1. 1D AGO

    Breaking the Cycle: Negativity, Sales Mastery & Reinvention in the Auto Industry with JK Walker

    In this episode, we sit down with JK Walker—owner of a thriving mobile auto repair business and founder of a mail-order ECM company specializing in Chrysler vehicles. We dive into the culture of negativity in the auto industry, how it holds shops back, and the powerful sales processes that separate struggling businesses from thriving ones. If you’re serious about growth, mindset, and building something different, this episode is for you.

    1h 5m

  2. 12/24/2025

    Live from AAPEX 2025: David Boyd from call inbound on the importance of communication

    David Boyd from call inbound- an automotive specific VOIP phone service company- is back on to drop more knowledge of the importance of communication from AAPEX 2025!

    54 min

  3. 12/17/2025

    Live from AAPEX 2025: Mike with Corvette Pacifica talks about how Tariffs are affecting parts.

    Mike runs a parts distribution warehouse for Corvette in our hometown, Corvette Pacifica, he comes to AAPEX every year to find new suppliers, He talks about how Tariffs are affecting his business and some of the issues he has run into with keeping quality his number one priority.

    55 min

  4. 11/26/2025

    Live from AAPEX 2025: Arun Coumar on What’s Next in the Bay

    Arun from Driven auto care is Back! And Straight from the AAPEX floor, we sit down to cut through the hype and spotlight what actually moves the needle in 2025—smarter diagnostics, cleaner workflows, and people-first processes. Fast, practical takeaways you can bring back to the shop Tomorrow.

    1h 8m

  5. 11/19/2025

    Live from AAPEX 2025: Moe & Lalo Shift the Conversation

    The man, the myth, the legend, Lalo stops back in after a long Hiatus and is joined by Shift'n gears own service manager Moe, and what better place to catch up then at AAPEX, we talk Shop performance, culture, and tech adoption—how to turn this year’s show buzz into measurable wins in your bays.

    50 min

  6. 11/05/2025

    Wrenches, Wisdom & the Reckoning- With Kevin Brown from Repair shop reckoning

    In this episode of The Gear Box Podcast, Jimmy sits down with Kevin Brown — shop owner, creator of Repair Shop Reckoning, and one of the loudest voices calling for real talk in the auto repair world. Together, they dig into the truth behind shop culture, leadership, AI in the bay, and why knowing your numbers beats chasing the next silver bullet. It’s raw, funny, and packed with lessons every shop owner needs to hear.

    1h 7m

  7. 10/29/2025

    From Wrenches to Wealth: Building a Business That Outlives You

    In this powerful episode of The Gearbox Podcast, Jimmy Purdy sits down with financial advisor and exit strategist Matt DiFrancesco to talk about the one thing most shop owners never plan for—what happens after the grind. Matt shares insider strategies on how blue-collar business owners can transform from being trapped in their business to leading it with freedom and purpose. From building true business value to creating generational wealth, this conversation is packed with real talk, practical tools, and mindset shifts every shop owner needs to hear.

    52 min

  8. 10/15/2025

    Killing the Old You: Growth, Grit, and Getting Coached with Brent Kilmer

    In this powerful milestone episode, Jimmy sits down with Brent Kilmer — owner of Velocity Tire & Auto and coach with Repair Shop of Tomorrow — for a raw and inspiring deep dive into what it really takes to grow as a shop owner and leader. From battling resistance to coaching, to learning when to let go of bad habits (and bad employees), Brent shares how he transformed his business — and himself — by embracing change. Expect hard truths, laughs, and plenty of wisdom about leadership, pricing your worth, and killing the “old version” of yourself that’s holding you back. Whether you’re behind the counter or under the hood, this conversation will hit home.

    1h 2m
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Welcome to The Gear Box Podcast—the ultimate pit stop for those looking to break into the auto repair business, grow their shop, and navigate the daily grind of the industry. Thinking about opening a shop? Struggling to increase profitability? Wondering what it really takes to thrive in a competitive market? We tackle the tough questions, break down real-world challenges, and share insider tips from industry experts, seasoned shop owners, and those turning wrenches every day. From leadership strategies to game-changing innovations, we’re here to help you shift gears and stay ahead of the curve. Buckle up—it’s going to be a ride! 🚗🔧 #AutoRepair #ShopSuccess #TheGearboxPodcast

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  • Creator
    Jimmy Purdy
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    102
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Jimmy Purdy