"Be more concerned about the job you're getting paid for than getting paid for the job you're doing" - Christopher

This week on Wrench Turners Podcast

Master Technician, Race Car Mechanic, and Shop Foreman

Cobourg Mazda

Christopher Johnson

Key Takeaways:

1️⃣ Christopher's passion for racing sparked his career in automotive. "Personal Interests" can drive a long career in automotive.

2️⃣ Bringing outside experiences into a dealership can help provide a perspective that the team and business may have never experienced before.

3️⃣ Accountability and a willingness to learn from mistakes are key to professional development and respect in the automotive industry.

Let’s get into it.

J.

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Summary

In this episode, Christopher Johnson shares his journey in the automotive industry, from his early fascination with racing to his experiences working at race shops and dealerships. He emphasizes the importance of holding oneself accountable and taking pride in the work being done. Christopher's advice for mechanics is to focus on doing the job they are getting paid for, rather than worrying about how much they are getting paid for the job. Overall, his story highlights the passion and dedication required to succeed in the automotive industry.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:36 Getting into Automotive

02:23 Early Racing Experiences

04:42 First Year Working on Cars

06:04 Apprenticeship Experience

07:57 Working at a Race Shop

08:54 Transition to a Dealership

12:04 Working on Race Cars

16:57 Transition to Mazda Dealership

19:27 Moving Back to Coburg

23:33 Advice for Mechanics

26:19 Conclusion