Being a great technician is not the same as running a profitable shop.
These 13 modules are designed to help you understand the business side of auto repair before you open your doors.
You’ll learn how to:
• Shift from working in the shop to thinking like the owner
• Understand how labor rate and parts pricing affect profit
• Know your real monthly expenses before signing a lease
• Calculate break-even and cash flow in simple terms
• Track the key numbers that keep a shop alive
• Avoid common mistakes new owners make in their first year
• Build basic systems so your shop doesn’t depend only on you
• Understand hiring, culture, and leadership at a practical level
• Position your shop so it stands out in your market
• Think ahead about growth instead of reacting to problems
This isn’t motivational content.
It’s clear, practical business education written for mechanics who want to open a shop the right way.
If you plan to become an owner, these 13 modules will give you the foundation you need to make smart decisions and avoid expensive mistakes.
The wrong location can cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars over time.
This module shows you how to evaluate a building and a market before you sign a lease.
You’ll learn how to:
• Calculate the labor rate your overhead will require
• See if the local market can support that rate
• Estimate your monthly expenses before committing
• Stress-test your plan so you don’t gamble on guesswork
Before you open your doors, this module helps you make sure the location actually makes financial sense.
