In this episode, Jimmy Purdy sits down with Dawn Sloas, host of Mileage May Vary and Buckaroo Bob for an honest, unfiltered conversation about leadership, shop culture, training, and the future of the automotive industry. From managing younger technicians and building stronger teams to balancing accountability with empathy, the trio dives deep into the real struggles shop owners face every day.

They tackle everything from employee development and communication to imposter syndrome, coaching, technician shortages, and what it really takes to create a workplace people want to be part of. With plenty of laughs, real-world stories, and hard-earned wisdom, this episode is packed with insight for shop owners, managers, technicians, and anyone passionate about building a better industry