Podcast Playlist: February 2023

Feb. 1, 2023
Avoid the winter chill and stay in with this month's podcast playlist, covering topics like tackling the ASE tests, what it's like for a woman in this industry, advice for new shop owners, and more.

Looking for something to do as you impatiently wait for spring and avoid the winter chill? Check out this month's podcast playlist for your industry updates on tackling ASE tests, what it's like for a woman in this industry, advice for new shop owners, and more. 

1. Tackling ASE tests 

In this episode of Beyond the Wrench from WrenchWayJosh Arnold, master technician, Toyota of Corvallis discusses the value of ASE certifications, conquering test anxiety, and how to prepare for an ASE test.

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2. From the female technician perspective 

In this episode of Matt Fanslow's Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z, Fanslow is joined by Meg Lewis to chat about entering the field as a woman, going to trade school as a woman, finding a job, coworkers, and more. 

Find the episode here.  

3. Advice for new shop owners

In this episode of Remarkable Results Radio, host Carm Capriotto is joined by Maylan Newton, ESI- Educational Seminars Institute and Vic Tarasik, CEO of Shop Owner Coach to discuss how to transition from employee to shop owner. 

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4. Technician scholarships 

In this episode of Beyond the Wrench from WrenchWay, Janet Smail, executive director of The Hourglass Foundation, covers scholarship criteria, tips for writing scholarship essays, and the various journeys available in the automotive industry.

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5. Apple business connect

In this episode of The Busy Bays podcast, they talk about how Apple announced Apple Business Connect, similar to the Google Business Profile, and what Apple Business Connect includes, the potential audience, and if there are any early results. 

Find the episode here. 

About the Author

Emily Markham | Editor | PTEN and Professional Distributor

Emily Markham is the editor of  Professional Tool & Equipment News (PTEN) and Professional Distributor magazines. She has been writing about the automotive aftermarket since 2019, after graduating from UW-La Crosse with a bachelor's degree in English. During her first three years with Endeavor Business Media's Vehicle Repair Group, Markham also wrote for Fleet Maintenance magazine. 

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