Harmonic Motion

In a rare turn of events during the summer holidays, we managed to get the Technical Topics training team in one room to record a podcast episode.

The team behind the scenes:

Kev - 2021 Top Tech Winner, Kev is an awesome new addition to team TT who contributes as both a course leader and contributor to the super secret Diagnostic Assistance project

Jay - Front of House expert and German Vehicle specialist Jay is the newest addition to the team. Jay bought, ran and sold a successful garage business and now teaches others how to do the same.

Wilf - Ex-BMW and Peugeot dealer technician with 45 years in the industry, Wilf joined the team in 2020 and has since become our resident EV and ADAS expert, as well as working with Kev on the secret DA project.

Rob - Joined Team TT a few years ago, mainly supporting and training our Master Techs and Diag Techs. Rob started his career as a technical trainer with Bosch before setting up his own successful businesses and a garage of his own.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd

Listen:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=e12f5c6f381f4681

Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion

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Jeff Taylor is the owner of Sydney Eco Tuning and co-founder of The Garage Network - a community in Australia that provides support, networking opportunities and a safe space for technicians.

Jeff made the move from Blackpool in 2017 with his wife to start a new life down under. He arrived knowing no-one, now he's fostered a nationwide community of like-minded people.   James sat down with Jeff on the Harmonic Motion Podcast to hear all about his story and gain an insight into what Aussie life is like.  

Get involved in the podcast and be the first to know about new episodes by joining the Harmonic Motion podcast Facebook group:

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Get in touch with us: [email protected]

Connect:

Website: https://techtopics.co.uk/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/technical.topics.training/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tthq_techtopics/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/techtopics

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd

Listen:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=e12f5c6f381f4681

Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion

Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion YouTube channel:

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We'd like to introduce you to our new mini-series - Technical Synchromesh.

Technical Synchromesh is an opportunity for techs in the trade to chew through the issues that affect them on a daily basis.

From problem jobs and tricky customers to setting up on your own, this mini-series is a space to chat all things trade.

This time, John, Marc and Simon, three of our esteemed Master Technician graduates, sat down with James to share their journeys. All three are incredibly capabale and highly effective technicians who are independent garage owners.

They share their top tips for nailing the diagnostic process, changes they'd like to see in the industry and the necessity of ongoing training and developing your expertise.

Get involved in the podcast and be the first to know about new episodes by joining the Harmonic Motion podcast Facebook group:

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Get in touch with us: [email protected]

Connect:

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-oldfields/

Website: https://techtopics.co.uk/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/technical.topics.training/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tthq_techtopics/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/techtopics

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd

Listen:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=e12f5c6f381f4681

Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion

Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/@theharmonicmotionpodcast

One year later…

Welcome to the special anniversary edition of the Harmonic Motion Podcast.

We’re delighted to share with you our first Podcast birthday and present to you a special anniversary episode; part one of two.

In this episode, we take a look back over the last 19 episodes at the fantastic array of guests and invaluable lessons that have been shared on this podcast. We’re also giving you some behind the scene extras of HMP and its production.

A sincere and heartfelt thank you for your continued support over the last year, we greatly appreciate it.

Get involved in the podcast and be the first to know about new episodes by joining the Harmonic Motion podcast Facebook group:

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Get in touch with us: [email protected]

Connect:

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-oldfields/

Website: https://techtopics.co.uk/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/technical.topics.training/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tthq_techtopics/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/techtopics

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd

Listen:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=e12f5c6f381f4681

Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion

Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/@theharmonicmotionpodcast

Gareth Davies, Director of Euro Performance (independent German Vehicle specialist), and James Dillon chat about what it’s like to be an entrepreneur in the automotive industry.

They discuss how Gareth navigated upscaling the business from a side hustle in the family home garage to an award-winning, independent, German vehicle specialist.

The duo share their insight on the crucial effect planning and insight has on achieving your business goals, the impact making cosmetic changes to the customer facing side of the business can have on retention and the importance of collectively changing the industry perception to attract and retain a new, inspired talent.

Get involved in the podcast and be the first to know about new episodes by joining the Harmonic Motion podcast Facebook group:

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Connect:

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-oldfields/

Website: https://techtopics.co.uk/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/technical.topics.training/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tthq_techtopics/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/techtopics

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd

Listen:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=e12f5c6f381f4681

Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion

Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion YouTube channel:

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Hello and welcome back to the Harmonic Motion podcast.

We’re bringing you a fantastically insightful episode with the Managing Director of Oldfields Garage, Tim Benson.

Tim re-joined his mother and father’s independent garage in Hertfordshire in 2008 to look after the customer service & forecourt shop. He has since helped grow the business into the triumph it is today.

James and Tim talk about the journey of Oldfields Garage, once being a traditional garage selling fuel to its local customers to it now being a modern, highly effective and multi-award winning independent garage.

The pair have a wealth of insight to share about nurturing an existing customer base through business developments, the importance of engaging with the local community and how to achieve top-notch professionalism through rebranding.

To take a digital drive by at Oldfields

www.oldfieldsgarage.co.uk

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oldfieldsgarage

Linked In:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/5667546/

For presenting or consulting enquiries contact

Tim Benson

Email: [email protected] 

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/techtopics

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd

Listen:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=e12f5c6f381f4681

Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion

Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion YouTube channel:

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Hello and welcome to the first Harmonic Motion Podcast episode of 2024!

We’re delighted to share this episode with you as we introduce to the podcast, Mr David Massey.

Dave, son of industry legends Frank and Gene Massey, is the director and boss of ADS Automotive, a trusted specialist VW and Audi garage based in Preston.

James and Dave discuss the challenges and triumphs of taking over a business, the difficult transition between technician and business owner and share advice for technicians going through this journey.

Running a successful business also comes with personal sacrifice. The pair chat about work life balance, nurturing your mental health and prioritising what's truly important in life.

Get involved in the podcast and be the first to know about new episodes by joining the Harmonic Motion podcast Facebook group:

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Connect:

Website: https://techtopics.co.uk/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/technical.topics.training/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tthq_techtopics/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/techtopics

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd Listen:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=e12f5c6f381f4681

Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion

Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion YouTube channel:

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Hello and welcome back to the Harmonic Motion podcast! 

James is delighted to be joined by the awesome Darren Darling from DPF Doctor. 

In this episode, you can find Darren sharing his journey in the motor trade, his early experiences as an apprentice and his transition into self-employment to create what we all know now as the DPF Doctor network. 

James and Darren discuss all kinds of things to the importance of work culture on job productivity and satisfaction, managing customer relationships and the world of social media in the motor trade.

Darren also introduces his collaboration with DC Lubricants which is aimed at providing high-quality products for solving DPF and emission-related issues.

The DPF Doctor:www.the-dpf-doctor.com 

DC Lubricants: www.dclubricants.uk 

Get involved in the podcast and be the first to know about new episodes by joining the Harmonic Motion podcast Facebook group:

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Connect:

Website: https://techtopics.co.uk/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/technical.topics.training/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tthq_techtopics/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/techtopics

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd Listen:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=e12f5c6f381f4681

Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion

Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion YouTube channel:

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Welcome back to another episode of the Harmonic Motion podcast!

This time Tina Drayson, Operations Manager at CCM, joins James as they discuss all things garage business management.

CCM is an award-winning group of garages located in the South East of England. With her background in data statistics, Tina started at the company in accounting and bookkeeping. Her role at CCM expanded organically over the years until she reached the pinnacle – co-ownership. Now, Tina is the Operations Manager for all branches of the company.

James and Tina share invaluable tips about people management to navigating the financial landscape, they delve into decision-making dilemmas and the essence of effective leadership.

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/techtopics

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd Listen:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=e12f5c6f381f4681

Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion

Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion YouTube channel:

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Welcome back to the Harmonic Motion podcast! 

In this episode, we flipped the script. Your usual host James Dillon is taking his turn in the hot seat as he is interviewed by HR specialist, previous podcast guest and this episode’s host Jennifer Webb.

James delves into what he was like at school, uncovers the roots of his passion for mechanics and computers and explores how he was first introduced to the world of technical training and development.

Drawing from personal experiences, James shares insights into the crucial role of understanding how people learn in providing a positive and effective learning experience.

Running a business also comes with many challenges and not all of them remain in the workplace. Jennifer and James discuss rebuilding relationships outside of business, the importance of self-care in personal development and how you need to know your “why” to love what you do.

Get involved in the podcast and be the first to know about new episodes by joining the Harmonic Motion podcast Facebook group:

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Join the mailing list:

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Connect:

Website: https://techtopics.co.uk/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/technical.topics.training/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tthq_techtopics/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/techtopics

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technical-topics-ltd Listen:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/harmonic-motion/id1665148277

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SzEMN08BU7wCSdB3xkXkH?si=e12f5c6f381f4681

Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/364bf8fa-82b5-43e5-b227-ad9eb99e8fd3/harmonic-motion

Watch the video version of this episode and subscribe to the Harmonic Motion YouTube channel:

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