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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.

Timestamps: 

• 00:00 From Finance to Family Business
• 03:28 "Face It Till You Make It"
• 08:58 Casting Vision is Critical
• 10:18 "Beware Mediocrity's Lollipop"
• 15:21 Thoughts Drive Outcomes
• 16:49 Empathy Boosts Employee Engagement
• 19:53 Leadership: Energy or Title?
• 25:17 Effective Leadership and Feedback Dynamics
• 27:43 "Embracing Radical Candor in Feedback"
• 30:32 Timeless Wisdom from Carnegie
• 33:21 Leadership in Uncertainty

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