The NOLN Podcast
The NOLN Podcast is the premier quick lube industry podcast, helping shop owners and operators improve their businesses with real-world solutions to common problems, delivered by leading industry experts and elite shop leaders.
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Tuesday Apr 28, 2020
Tuesday Apr 28, 2020
This last week took us from a new stimulus package proposal to the president's signature and execution of the final product. Plus, we've got robotic tire changers and an Air Force study that aims to save money through its oil change practices. Check out all that plus information about the ongoing awards nominations going on at NOLN.net/awards.
Thursday Apr 23, 2020
Thursday Apr 23, 2020
The future is here as Victor Darolfi describes his RoboTire invention. Hear about the development and abilities of this system right here. Plus, you can see a video of the RoboTire at work at this link.
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
The big news from the past week was the depletion of funds for the Paycheck Protection Program loans. But don't think it's all over. There are plans to jumpstart things again, and the AOCA is advocating for more changes. All that and some additional stories are in this week's news roundup.
Friday Apr 17, 2020
Friday Apr 17, 2020
This special extra episode of The NOLN Podcast features 10 Missions Media's top editors, Anna Zeck and Bryce Evans. Bryce and Anna recap the many conversations they've had with shop owners and industry stakeholders to present the very best tips, strategies and insights for successfully getting your shop through COVID-19. From workflow to financial assistance to leadership, learn the strategies working for the industry's best operators. There's a lot of good material in here with advice from the entire automotive aftermarket landscape that 10 Missions Media covers.
Tuesday Apr 14, 2020
Tuesday Apr 14, 2020
It's mid-April now, and NOLN is back with a weekly news roundup. There's a bit of good and a bit of bad news in this edition. Check out some highlights from the magazine's survey amid the pandemic, as well as a local shop that was featured in their hometown newspaper. If you haven't yet, check out the webinar that NOLN hosted last week to talk about operations and resources during this time.
Thursday Apr 09, 2020
Thursday Apr 09, 2020
Like anything, it takes experience to establish yourself in a business and get ahead of the crowd. Most shop owners, however, only have the experience of being a shop owner. How would other roles within the industry help you become a better operator? On this edition of Top Trends on The NOLN Podcast, staff writer Abby Patterson sat down with Pete Frey, former senior vice president of customer experience at Take 5 Oil Change, on what he's taken from his 34 years in an exec role into his new role of becoming a Take 5 store operator.
Tuesday Mar 31, 2020
Tuesday Mar 31, 2020
The previous week included some big news from the industry's big companies. Take 5 Oil Change announced layoffs for more than half of its workforce at company-owned stores. Valvoline said last week that its franchised and company-owned VIOCs remain open, but those at the company are taking measures to brace against any new measures that might be needed. Finally, we had columnist Lenny Saucier write about his work volunteering at a local high school. He shares his work here. Be sure to check out this page on the NOLN website, which is the place for the latest updates and information around coronavirus and the response for businesses.
Thursday Mar 26, 2020
Thursday Mar 26, 2020
With the coronavirus pandemic underway, many shop owners are wondering how to keep business afloat. While some of us have the luxury of working from home (like all of us at NOLN), shop owners don't have that choice. So, how can shop owners get through this difficult time and keep business going? Shop owner Bill Floyd of Lucas Oil Center talks with our staff writer, Abby Patterson, on how shops can stay proactive and promote the business, staff, and customers through this time. For all of the latest coronavirus news, stay up to date with the latest in NOLN's coverage.
Tuesday Mar 24, 2020
Tuesday Mar 24, 2020
Welcome to the news weekly episode of The NOLN Podcast that's all about business during the coronavirus. The staff here is all about keeping shop owners informed, so the roundup this week includes ways to keep your customers' vehicles sanitized, as well as a resource roundup for business owners. Finally, get the latest in this article about essential and nonessential designations, actions by the AOCA and how one operators decided to close down for now.
Tuesday Mar 17, 2020
Tuesday Mar 17, 2020
This week had a variety of stories in the mix. NOLN took a look at U-Haul's no-nicotine hiring policy, a college program that studies hybrid powertrains and research that shines a light on all that particulate matter coming off of tire and brake wear. That, plus a look at NOLN's coronavirus coverage, are all here.