The NOLN Podcast

Set Goals, Get Results - Part 1 (with W. Scott Wheeler of Automotive Consultants Group, Inc.)

W. Scott Wheeler is motivated by helping others. He started Automotive Consultants Group, Inc. in 1999 fueled by boots-on-the-ground experience that showed him what shop owners really need help with: the elements that make up running and managing a business in this industry. 
Goal-setting is part of Scott's outlook on business practices, and in April 2024 he was featured in a NOLN story called "Cultivating Employee Goals". In the first part of this two-part series for the podcast, Scott talk about this idea in more detail and shares what motivates the work he does with Automotive Consultants Group, Inc. 
To hear more from Scott check out the second part of this interview, coming soon to the podcast. 
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Plan for Strategic Growth (with Steve Isom of Stonebriar Auto Services LLC, a Jiffy Lube franchisee)

Stonebriar Auto Services LLC, a Jiffy Lube franchisee, recently opened its 100th store location. Stonebriar has experienced an impressive rate of growth in a relatively short period of time, having opened its first location in late 2019. 
Steve Isom, executive vice president at Stonebriar, joins the show to spotlight the milestone location in Valdosta, Georgia, as well as the Stonebriar approach to overall business and team success. 
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Meeting the Automotive Aftermarket's Most Pressing Needs (with Jay Woodall of Interstate Batteries and AACF board member)

This episode of the podcast comes from NOLN's sibling publication for repair shop owners, Ratchet+Wrench.
Ratchet+Wrench Editor Chris Jones is joined in conversation by Jay Woodall, general manager national accounts retail/branded at Interstate Batteries. Jay is also a board member of the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation. 
Chris and Jay discuss what AACF is and what AACF does to support individuals in the automotive aftermarket and their families during difficult times. 
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Bronco Lube is Jiffy Lube's Franchisee of the Year

Each year, Jiffy Lube recognizes a franchise by bestowing the "Franchisee of the Year" title upon an operator and their operation. Recently, South Carolina-based Bronco Lube was given the 2023 honor. 
Owner Chad Weisbeck joins the show to discuss the recognition and highlight the work that Bronco Lube is doing. 
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From 'Green Pea' to Great Leader - Part 2 (with Grease Monkey Franchisee Aleisha Hendricks)

In the second part of this two-part series for the podcast, Aleisha Hendricks joins the show. Aleisha is a co-owner of a Grease Monkey location in Farmington, New Mexico. She shares her motivations, the dynamics at her shop, and her perspective as a woman in a male-dominated field. 
This episode picks up where the first installment left off. Listen to the first part of this series to hear more from Aleisha. 
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From 'Green Pea' to Great Leader - Part 1 (with Grease Monkey Franchisee Aleisha Hendricks)

In the first part of this two-part series for the podcast, Aleisha Hendricks joins the show. Aleisha is a co-owner of a Grease Monkey location in Farmington, New Mexico. 
She shares how she got started in this industry, how things are run at her shop, and her approach to leadership. 
Look for the second part of this interview, coming soon to the podcast. 
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Do you know an outstanding quick lube operator? Nominate them for the 2024 NOLN Operator of the Year Award! 

Maintain Your Industry Perspective - Part 2 (with Justin Cialella of Victory Lane Quick Oil Change)

In the second part of this two-part series for the podcast, Justin Cialella participates in a conversation about elements of importance in today's quick maintenance industry. 
Justin is the president and CEO of Victory Lane Quick Oil Change, and he shares his thoughts on topics of team development and training, services, and the future of the industry. 
This episode picks up where the first installment left off. Listen to the first part of this series to hear more from Justin. 
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Do you know an outstanding quick lube operator? Nominate them for the 2024 NOLN Operator of the Year Award! 

Maintain Your Industry Perspective - Part 1 (with Justin Cialella of Victory Lane Quick Oil Change)

In the first part of this two-part series for the podcast, Justin Cialella participates in a conversation about elements of importance in today's quick maintenance industry. 
Justin is the president and CEO of Victory Lane Quick Oil Change, and he shares his thoughts on topics of workplace culture, leadership, where the industry is as it stands, and where it may go. 
Look for the second part of this episode, coming soon to the podcast. 
Interested in hearing more in the meantime? Last year, Justin joined the show for a similar episode about the state of the industry. 
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Do you know an outstanding quick lube operator? Nominate them for the 2024 NOLN Operator of the Year Award! 

The 411 on Kwik Kar Franchising (with Ron Stilwell of FullSpeed Automotive)

FullSpeed Automotive has announced that their brand Kwik Kar Oil Change & Auto Care is introducing a nationwide franchise model. 
Ron Stilwell, president of FullSpeed Automotive, joins the show for a conversation about this new opportunity and what people should know about Kwik Kar, which was acquired by FullSpeed in 2022 but has been around for decades. 
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Do you know an outstanding quick lube operator? Nominate them for the 2024 NOLN Operator of the Year Award! 

Awarding an Example of Leadership (with SpeeDee Franchisee Mike Guasch)

It's important to recognize leaders who are making an impact. Supporting, growing, and showcasing leaders helps set the standard for continued success. 
Mike Guasch was recently recognized by the International Franchise Association with a Franchisee of the Year Award for his SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service location in Modesto, California. He joins the show to outline his career and share what the award means to him.
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