Stay ConnectedThe Limitless Leadership Podcast was created to help automotive repair shops learn how to lead, coach, train, and manage people better by sharing proven techniques and thought provoking interviews from industry leaders.
The key to sustainable growth and profitability lies in the perfect synergy of leadership and performance, and we’re dedicated to helping aspiring leaders in the automotive repair industry tap into unrecognized potential to achieve limitless results.
People + Process = Profit.
Become a Pro today by partnering with Shop Marketing Pros for your shop’s digital marketing services. Stop wasting your marketing dollars and connect with them at https://www.shopmarketingpros.com.
Lead your shop to the next level by planning your marketing at the Plan With The Pros workshop. You’ll get three days of intensive training with the Shop Marketing Pros team and create your 2026 marketing plan for your shop. Ready to become a Pro? Reserve your space at https://www.planwiththepros.com.
Free up your team, boost efficiency, and increase profits without the extra workload. Hub Shop Solutions- Unlock your shop’s full potential by visiting https://www.hubshopsolutions.com to schedule a demo today.
Kathleen Callahan is a shop owner, industry advocate, and vice chair for Women in Auto Care. Today, Kathleen shares the powerful impact of industry conferences and networking on shop growth, advocating for business owners to invest in both their personal development and their teams’. She also brings up the Repair Act and how access to vehicle repair data is crucial for the future of independent shops. Finally, Kathleen offers actionable advice on leadership, focusing on empowering teams to achieve their own goals and emphasizing that relationship-building is key to long-term customer loyalty and business success.
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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.
Become a Pro today by partnering with Shop Marketing Pros for your shop’s digital marketing services. Stop wasting your marketing dollars and connect with them at https://www.shopmarketingpros.com.
Lead your shop to the next level by planning your marketing at the Plan With The Pros workshop. You’ll get three days of intensive training with the Shop Marketing Pros team and create your 2026 marketing plan for your shop. Ready to become a Pro? Reserve your space at https://www.planwiththepros.com.
Free up your team, boost efficiency, and increase profits without the extra workload. Hub Shop Solutions- Unlock your shop’s full potential by visiting https://www.hubshopsolutions.com to schedule a demo today.
In this episode, Josh Parnell is joined by Jessee Potter and Ryan Ragan from the Automotive Service and Tire Alliance (ASTA) to discuss the upcoming ASTA Expo and the organization’s community impact. Ryan explains the origins and mission of ASTA, emphasizing their support for independent shop owners through advocacy and education. Jesse highlights the importance of the ASTA community and previews new and exciting events at this year’s Expo, including unique social gatherings and expanded training opportunities.
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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.
Become a Pro today by partnering with Shop Marketing Pros for your shop’s digital marketing services. Stop wasting your marketing dollars and connect with them at https://www.shopmarketingpros.com.
Lead your shop to the next level by planning your marketing at the Plan With The Pros workshop. You’ll get three days of intensive training with the Shop Marketing Pros team and create your 2026 marketing plan for your shop. Ready to become a Pro? Reserve your space at https://www.planwiththepros.com.
Free up your team, boost efficiency, and increase profits without the extra workload. Hub Shop Solutions- Unlock your shop’s full potential by visiting https://www.hubshopsolutions.com to schedule a demo today.
In this episode, Josh is joined by Kate Wiggins, leadership program manager and facilitator. Kate shares her expertise on building a sense of community through leadership cohorts, emphasizing the importance of psychological safety and inclusivity. Drawing from her own journey as a former business owner, Kate highlights the challenges of leadership loneliness and the benefits of cultivating “intrapreneurs” within an organization.
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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.
Become a Pro today by partnering with Shop Marketing Pros for your shop’s digital marketing services. Stop wasting your marketing dollars and connect with them at https://www.shopmarketingpros.com.
Lead your shop to the next level by planning your marketing at the Plan With The Pros workshop. You’ll get three days of intensive training with the Shop Marketing Pros team and create your 2026 marketing plan for your shop. Ready to become a Pro? Reserve your space at https://www.planwiththepros.com.
Free up your team, boost efficiency, and increase profits without the extra workload. Hub Shop Solutions- Unlock your shop’s full potential by visiting https://www.hubshopsolutions.com to schedule a demo today.
In this episode, Josh Parnell is joined by James Scotto, shop owner of Future Auto Repair in Bossier City, Louisiana. James shares his journey from a finance career into running his family’s auto repair shop, highlighting the pivotal role that continual learning and professional development played in transforming his business and team culture. Together, Josh and James dive into themes of servant leadership, the importance of casting a clear vision, and how building a supportive team culture requires consistency and a commitment to surrounding yourself with high achievers.
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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.
Become a Pro today by partnering with Shop Marketing Pros for your shop’s digital marketing services. Stop wasting your marketing dollars and connect with them at https://www.shopmarketingpros.com.
Lead your shop to the next level by planning your marketing at the Plan With The Pros workshop. You’ll get three days of intensive training with the Shop Marketing Pros team and create your 2026 marketing plan for your shop. Ready to become a Pro? Reserve your space at https://www.planwiththepros.com.
Free up your team, boost efficiency, and increase profits without the extra workload. Hub Shop Solutions- Unlock your shop’s full potential by visiting https://www.hubshopsolutions.com to schedule a demo today.
Dan Thieken is the owner of Kreager Tire and Service in Millersport, Ohio. Today, Dan shares his people-first leadership philosophy, emphasizing how strong relationships with employees, clients, and vendors are essential to creating a successful business. He highlights the importance of fostering a supportive, stress-free team culture and discusses how leading with empathy and humility breeds loyalty and high employee retention.
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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.
Become a Pro today by partnering with Shop Marketing Pros for your shop’s digital marketing services. Stop wasting your marketing dollars and connect with them at https://www.shopmarketingpros.com.
Lead your shop to the next level by planning your marketing at the Plan With The Pros workshop. You’ll get three days of intensive training with the Shop Marketing Pros team and create your 2026 marketing plan for your shop. Ready to become a Pro? Reserve your space at https://www.planwiththepros.com.
Free up your team, boost efficiency, and increase profits without the extra workload. Hub Shop Solutions- Unlock your shop’s full potential by visiting https://www.hubshopsolutions.com to schedule a demo today.
In this episode, Josh Parnell is joined by longtime friend and financial stewardship consultant Tyler Hennessee. Tyler shares how he went from ministry to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of stewarding resources wisely and leading with faith rather than fear. He also offers frank advice on managing money, challenging you to question the status quo and seek continuous growth both personally and professionally.
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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.
Become a Pro today by partnering with Shop Marketing Pros for your shop’s digital marketing services. Stop wasting your marketing dollars and connect with them at https://www.shopmarketingpros.com.
Lead your shop to the next level by planning your marketing at the Plan With The Pros workshop. You’ll get three days of intensive training with the Shop Marketing Pros team and create your 2026 marketing plan for your shop. Ready to become a Pro? Reserve your space at https://www.planwiththepros.com.
Free up your team, boost efficiency, and increase profits without the extra workload. Hub Shop Solutions- Unlock your shop’s full potential by visiting https://www.hubshopsolutions.com to schedule a demo today.
In this episode, Josh Parnell is joined by Matt Wagg, shop owner, business coach, and training instructor with Auto Ignite Management. Matt shares his leadership journey, and how he now views challenges as opportunities rather than inconveniences. He discusses how effective leadership is rooted in active listening, genuine communication, and building trust within a team.
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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.
Become a Pro today by partnering with Shop Marketing Pros for your shop’s digital marketing services. Stop wasting your marketing dollars and connect with them at https://www.shopmarketingpros.com.
Lead your shop to the next level by planning your marketing at the Plan With The Pros workshop. You’ll get three days of intensive training with the Shop Marketing Pros team and create your 2026 marketing plan for your shop. Ready to become a Pro? Reserve your space at https://www.planwiththepros.com.
Free up your team, boost efficiency, and increase profits without the extra workload. Hub Shop Solutions- Unlock your shop’s full potential by visiting https://www.hubshopsolutions.com to schedule a demo today.
In this episode, Josh Parnell sits down with Matt Schwab, multi-unit shop owner of Clutch Automotive and founder of Hub Shop Solutions. Matt unpacks the critical role that authentic company culture plays in driving business growth, sharing practical steps on building and sustaining core values within a team. He also discusses how Hub Shop Solutions was created to give shop teams time back by outsourcing estimate-building and warranty calls, ultimately empowering leaders to focus more on developing their people.
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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.
Become a Pro today by partnering with Shop Marketing Pros for your shop’s digital marketing services. Stop wasting your marketing dollars and connect with them at https://www.shopmarketingpros.com.
Lead your shop to the next level by planning your marketing at the Plan With The Pros workshop. You’ll get three days of intensive training with the Shop Marketing Pros team and create your 2026 marketing plan for your shop. Ready to become a Pro? Reserve your space at https://www.planwiththepros.com.
Free up your team, boost efficiency, and increase profits without the extra workload. Hub Shop Solutions- Unlock your shop’s full potential by visiting https://www.hubshopsolutions.com to schedule a demo today.
In this episode, Josh Parnell is joined by Jimmy Lea, Vice President of Business Development at the Institute for Automotive Business Excellence and a Certified Speaking Professional. Jimmy shares his unique journey into the automotive coaching industry and highlights the importance of adopting an abundance mindset and collaboration over competition when building leadership within shops.
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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.
Become a Pro today by partnering with Shop Marketing Pros for your shop’s digital marketing services. Stop wasting your marketing dollars and connect with them at https://www.shopmarketingpros.com.
Lead your shop to the next level by planning your marketing at the Plan With The Pros workshop. You’ll get three days of intensive training with the Shop Marketing Pros team and create your 2026 marketing plan for your shop. Ready to become a Pro? Reserve your space at https://www.planwiththepros.com.
Free up your team, boost efficiency, and increase profits without the extra workload. Hub Shop Solutions- Unlock your shop’s full potential by visiting https://www.hubshopsolutions.com to schedule a demo today.
In this episode, Josh Parnell is joined by Andy Tirado, co-founder of the ADAS Network and owner of Andy Tirado LLC. Andy explains the challenges and growing importance of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in the automotive industry, highlighting the need for standardization and proper training as technology evolves. He also shares story from his journey as a entrepreneur. He encourages people to play it safe versus taking risks, and emphasizes the critical role of leadership at every level in a repair shop—including technicians.
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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.
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