What happens when your shop's future depends on more than just hustle?

In this episode of Maximum Octane, Kim Hickey and Jason Patel sit down with ATI President Ron Greenman for a masterclass on succession planning, leadership evolution, and building a sustainable future for your business.

Ron shares real-life examples from his own unexpected path to leadership and how ATI’s growth exposed the cracks in traditional succession models. From the overlooked pitfalls of leadership transitions to the critical role of ongoing training, Ron breaks down what shop owners must do today to avoid chaos tomorrow.

Tune in to episode 123 of Maximum Octane and discover how a strong succession plan, future-focused leadership, and a commitment to training can elevate your shop from day-to-day survival to long-term success.

This episode is a must-listen for any shop owner who wants to lead with purpose and exit with confidence.

Episode Takeaways:

• 1:30 What Ozzy Osbourne’s farewell tour teaches us about legacy and handoffs
• 2:40 Why most succession plans fail the first time and what to do about it
• 4:10 What succession planning really means (hint: it’s not just selling your shop)
• 6:30 Selective hearing: Why shop owners miss the point on planning
• 7:00 The hidden failure in ATI's own management structure and how they’re fixing it
• 8:50 PSA: What not to say if you’re applying to be a coach
• 11:30 Ron’s career pivot: From CFO spreadsheets to leading ATI's mission
• 13:10 Shrinking business model? Why growth is survival
• 16:20 "I’m ready for change" vs. actually changing
• 20:30 Before you spend another dollar, are you using what you already pay for?
• 24:00 Why 40 hours of training per year should be the bare minimum
• 27:10 Career development in small shops: Stop using size as an excuse
• 32:50 Shop CEOs in training: Have a destination or risk wandering aimlessly
• 34:10 Rebuilding the team: Why direction is nothing without people

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