Hosted by Paul Donahue · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 100 episodes
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Uplifting Automotive Entrepreneurs to Greater HeightsAt Top Shop Podcast, we’re here to support and uplift automotive entrepreneurs like you. We do this by bringing you engaging and informative content that can help you thrive in the automotive world.Our podcast features in-depth interviews with successful service shop owners who’ve survived and thrived for more than a decade in this highly competitive industry. These interviews are filled with insights, strategies, and real-world advice that you can apply directly to your business.But we don’t stop there. We also engage with key figures in the automotive industry, such as publication owners, trade show operators, and organizational leaders. By connecting you with these industry leaders, we aim to give you a holistic view of the automotive world and its opportunities.
Paul Donahue hosts TOP SHOP by Paul Donahue, a leisure show with 100 episodes published.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck doing everything, this episode will hit home. Bradford Jenner breaks down the shift from technician mindset to owner mindset, why follow-through and accountability matter to the team
If you’re trying to scale without losing your culture, this episode is for you. Micah Storm breaks down the mindset shift from technician to business owner, how association networking helped accelerate growth, and why fo
If you’re a shop owner trying to do it all, you’ll relate to this one. Josh Franulovic breaks down what helped him grow: honest conversations with customers, documenting needs through digital inspections, staying discipl
Are your ads draining your budget — or filling your bays? In this webinar, we explain how to turn paid ads into real leads with strategies that focus on conversion, retargeting, automation, and ROI tracking. Learn the di
Most shop owners believe they have a lead problem—but the real challenge is conversion. In this impactful workshop, you’ll discover how automation, quick response time, and multi-channel follow-ups can turn existing lead
Refrigerants are evolving—and Adam Kimmel from Orbia breaks down what every shop needs to know. From lower-GWP blends and better cold-weather performance to improved EV range and faster cabin cooldown times, Orbia's late
What if your technician could just record a video, speak the issue out loud, and let AI handle the rest? In this episode, Baurzhan Kussainov, founder of Verrafied, shares how his new DVI tool is making inspections easier
The Right to Repair is more than just a shop issue—it's about consumer freedom. In this episode, Missy Stephens from the Auto Care Association explains how their team is leading efforts in Congress, empowering technician
What do wipes, brand loyalty, and clean shops have in common? In this episode, Ashley Szeremet, VP of Marketing at FedPro, shares how TUB O' TOWELS became a trusted name in the automotive world—and how her team uses hand
With refrigerant regulations changing fast, shop owners need smarter options—and that’s where Orbia comes in. In this episode, Adam Kimmel shares how Orbia is helping independent auto repair shops stay compliant, reduce
Things have changed—the new auto repair shops don’t just need a good website to attract leads. In this session, Paul Donahue and Baurzhan Kussainov explain how smart shops are using AI tools, Google review retargeting, b
From the factory floors of Europe to the service bays of the U.S., E-XTEQ is redefining how shops diagnose, charge, and support EVs. In this episode, Jim Doherty breaks down how their premium 12V and EV diagnostic tools—
What’s the one thing every shop needs but often overlooks? Safety. In this episode, Kate Henmueller, President of CCAR, shares how her organization supports shop owners with current OSHA-aligned training, EV safety educa
Great service begins with quality parts and quick delivery. In this episode, Braden Poole from 1-800 Radiator explains how his team maintains over a 90% in-stock rate, provides same-day delivery, and helps shops fix vehi
Inside Devon Industries: Supporting Quick Lube Growth and Industry Innovation Mix 21 years of quick lube experience with custom-built shop equipment and a proudly U.S. manufacturing model—and you get innovation that driv
The auto repair industry is shifting fast—and your marketing needs to keep up. In this workshop, we break down what’s working right now and where the future is headed. From SEO and Google Maps to SMS, AI, video, and auto
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Are you leaving money on the table with outdated marketing tactics? In this power-packed workshop, Paul Donahue breaks down the exact internet marketing strategy that’s helping auto repair shops double and even triple th
Your reviews can either drive your shop’s growth—or drag it down. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to take full control of your online reputation using proven strategies that go far beyond just having the right softwar
It's high time for a reality check if your auto shop is relying on outdated marketing tactics. In this Top Shop Podcast, we're joined by Patrick Egan, CEO of Spark Interactive, to discuss the impact of compelling narrati
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