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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. 

Timestamps: 

• 00:00 Diesel Career Journey Beginnings
• 03:45 Observant Leadership Spurs Career Growth
• 08:09 From Business Class to Business Owner
• 10:52 "Perspective Drives Opportunity Capture"
• 16:30 "Leadership: Clarity and Direction"
• 18:30 Lease Denial After Long Wait
• 21:34 Faith's Role in Business Resilience
• 23:58 Avoid Hiring Friends
• 28:35 Building Trust Through Genuine Care
• 30:59 Essential Leadership Traits and Skills
• 36:24 Passionate Coaching for Shop Owners
• 37:24 "Book a Free Discovery Call"

I'm Josh Parnell, Founder and CEO of Limitless Leadership. As a leadership coach, trainer, and speaker, I help aspiring leaders in the automotive repair industry tap into unrecognized potential to achieve limitless results.

For more information, please visit limitlessleadership.co and check out The Limitless Leadership Blueprint HERE