Send us a text Episode Notes: In this short, but valuable episode of Mind Wrench, we dive into the power of resilience as the key differentiator between success and struggle in both business and life. Resilience is the invisible backbone of achievement, enabling individuals to bounce back from adversity swiftly and maintain focus. Author & keynote speaker Brian Tracy shares his powerful insights, the concept of "mental rehearsal" – a technique that prepares you emotionally for inevitable cha...
Jul 07, 2025•10 min•Ep. 203
Send us a text Episode Notes: The difference between a good collision repair shop and a truly exceptional one often boils down to one critical factor: how people feel when they interact with your business. Join us this week as Sheryl Driggers , former MSO owner and now lead CSR trainer for Mike Anderson's elite Spartan Groups , reveals the science and strategy behind creating meaningful connections that transform both customer experience and employee satisfaction. Here are three effective action...
Jun 23, 2025•52 min•Ep. 202
Send us a text Episode Summary: In today’s episode, we break down the ultimate investment collision repair professionals often overlook — and it’s not in tools, equipment, or the stock market. We’re talking about personal development . Regardless of where you are in your business or life, investing in yourself pays out in ways no 401k ever will. With the rapid pace of change in the collision repair industry — from automation and AI to shifting customer demands — the key to staying relevant, fulf...
Jun 09, 2025•15 min•Ep. 201
Send us a text Episode Notes: Host Rick Selover celebrates his 200th episode of The Mind Wrench by welcoming back industry titan Mike Anderson! They dive deep into the evolving collision repair landscape and the powerful forces driving positive change.🎉 🎉 Mike unveils his 2025 mantra: "Stay Humble, Stay Hungry" – a crucial balance for navigating customer empathy and the relentless pursuit of improvement amidst shifting industry tides. Discover the power of sharpening your saw, even when the wo...
May 26, 2025•52 min•Ep. 200
Send us a text Episode Notes: Are you letting that thick cloud of uncertainty holding you back from making bold moves in your business? You're not alone. In this week’s episode, we tackle the hesitation many entrepreneurs & business owners are experiencing when it comes to starting new ventures, expanding locations, or investing in necessary equipment and technology. The collision repair industry, like many service businesses, has always been cyclical - something easy to forget after the unu...
May 12, 2025•20 min•Ep. 199
Send us a text Show Notes: Does the way your CSRs answer the phone, communicate with & onboard your customers seem to be inconsistent? Are the visual cues in your production areas as clear & concise as what you would find in a hospital ER or industrial plant? Are your Google or CSI reviews suffering due to delayed deliveries, poor communications or inconsistent quality? The problem is simply the lack of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This episode unravels the critical role of SOPs...
Apr 28, 2025•22 min•Ep. 198
Send us a text Episode Notes: 😬 If you missed the mid-90s collision repair landscape, most body shop owners fiercely guarded their "secret sauce," proudly declaring "I don't need anybody's help" while paint companies hosted product-focused events that many viewed as time away from fixing cars rather than investments in growth. Fortunately, those days are long gone. ⌛ Today's successful collision repair professionals face a pivotal choice… ⚔️You can struggle alone against the overwhelming tide o...
Apr 14, 2025•14 min•Ep. 197
Send us a text Episode Notes: The never-ending rollercoaster of collision repair business has taken another dip, and shops across the country are feeling the pinch. After years of unprecedented backlogs following COVID, the industry is experiencing a significant slowdown that's becoming the talk of every industry gathering. But rather than panicking, this moment presents a unique opportunity to strengthen your business foundation. This slowdown stems from several converging factors that are well...
Mar 31, 2025•23 min•Ep. 196
Send us a text Episode Notes : The Season of Transformation: Conference & Tradeshow Season Trade show and conference season is officially upon us in the collision repair industry, and it's the perfect time to make a commitment that could transform your business. 🚗💥 After spending decades with my head down working, I finally started attending industry events after the pandemic and found myself asking, "Why did I wait so long?" 🤷♂️ These “don’t-miss events” offer 4 game-changing benefits y...
Mar 17, 2025•15 min•Ep. 195
Send us a text Show Notes: Is your collision shop financially prepared for the future? Feeling lost in the complexities of shop ownership? In this week's MindWrench Podcast we uncover essential financial strategies for collision shop owners as we tackle the intricacies of business transitions. In this episode, the industry’s only Certified Exit Planner , financial expert Matt DiFrancesco, sheds light on how to secure your shop's future while creating generational wealth. We explore “business mus...
Mar 03, 2025•44 min•Ep. 194
Send us a text Episode Notes: Ever notice what the primary "inputs" you allow into your mind on a daily basis (news, social media, conversations)?... How do these inputs make you feel, and how do they influence your thoughts and actions? This week’s episode of the Mind Wrench Podcast emphasizes the crucial role of mental inputs in shaping our mindset and life trajectory. Inspired by Jim Rohn and featuring insights from Zig Ziglar , the episode explores how consciously choosing positive, upliftin...
Feb 17, 2025•19 min•Ep. 193
Send us a text Episode Notes: This week's MindWrench Podcast episode tackles the critical technician shortage in the automotive industry, suggesting that the solution lies not just in desperate recruitment, but in proactively supporting educational programs. Special guest Jay Goninen , president and co-founder of WrenchWay , and host of the Beyond the Wrench Podcast , shares insights on building lasting partnerships with schools and fostering positive workplace cultures as key strategies for att...
Feb 03, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 192
Send us a text Episode Notes: Ever stop & wonder how much paint contamination is actually costing your shop? Would it surprise you if that dirt in your booth was costing you thousands? Discover the hidden costs of paint contamination and how to avoid it! Check out this Collision Vision Podcast , where Cole Strandberg interviewed me about my latest presentation, as we unpack the hidden financial impacts lurking in your paint department. Get ready to revolutionize your paint booth efficiency a...
Jan 20, 2025•40 min•Ep. 191
Send us a text Episode Notes: Are you starting off your 2025 with a plan for positive change, growth or new goals? Have you started implementing your New Year’s Eve resolutions yet? What’s holding you back from moving forward?... still “fix’n to get ready” from last year?? Every January we have a great opportunity to start off fresh with some changes that we know we need to make, goals we really want to achieve and a desire to “really do it this time” don’t we? Yet each year we seem to spend the...
Jan 06, 2025•12 min•Ep. 190
Send us a text Episode Notes: Looking to win, but haven’t declared it yet? Are you 100% committed with no plan B? Do you believe in yourself enough to inspire others to believe in you? This week, we unlock the secrets to cultivating a winning mindset and transform your life, from business to personal growth. Discover how the seemingly daunting concept of winning is within your grasp, a commitment-driven journey rather than an innate skill. Drawing wisdom from Tony Robbins, we explore the pillars...
Dec 16, 2024•22 min•Ep. 189
Send us a text Episode Notes: Looking for an easy way to increase your happiness by 10-20% or maybe just reduce your stress and anxiety? Maybe you’ve been struggling to see the positives in your everyday life... we've got just the thing for you… it’s called gratitude! Ever wondered what the benefits are of making gratitude a part of your daily routine? In this week’s episode, we're resharing a message from last holiday season, that highlights the transformative power of practicing gratitude. We ...
Dec 02, 2024•19 min•Ep. 188
Send us a text Episode Notes: Immerse yourself in the unparalleled world of automotive innovation and networking at SEMA 2024 through my latest edition of the MindWrench Podcast- SEMA Wrap Up! Strap in, as I navigate the automotive extravaganza that was SEMA 2024 , the world's premier automotive trade event. From exploring the massive displays in the sprawling Las Vegas Convention Center to building invaluable connections at after-parties, this episode will reveal why SEMA is a must-attend. Reme...
Nov 18, 2024•14 min•Ep. 187
Send us a text Episode Notes: Is your job leaving you burnt-out at the end of each day?... is it really because of the work? Is it possible we are getting less done at work during the day, but feeling more mentally drained than ever before? Speaking of drained, how’s your battery life on your cell phone?... charging it more often than you used to? What if it wasn’t actually your job mentally draining you… could your smartphone be the real culprit behind your mental fatigue? With the help of this...
Nov 04, 2024•17 min•Ep. 186
Send us a text Episode Notes: Ever wondered why a visit to a collision repair shop can feel as confusing as a trip to the doctor? Are you ready to uncover the secret to exceptional customer service? Tune in this week, as I reshare an earlier episode, where we unravel the mystery behind customer service in the aftermath of an accident. I reveal how your collision repair shop staff, from CSRs to estimators, can transform a frustrating experience into a seamless journey. We'll highlight the commona...
Oct 21, 2024•17 min•Ep. 185
Send us a text Episode Notes: Ever wondered why your paint work isn’t as flawless as it could be? Tired of having to rub every job due to a poorly maintained booth? Are you looking to gain consistency in producing cleaner paint jobs every time? Well, this episode was made just for you! Discover the secrets to a pristine finish as we uncover the core issues behind paint booth contamination. This episode promises to equip you with essential strategies to minimize rework in your paint department, c...
Oct 07, 2024•19 min•Ep. 184
Send us a text Episode Notes: You know it’s costing your business, but do you realize exactly HOW MUCH it costs you in rework? What if you could save thousands of dollars each month with just a few simple changes in your paint shop? Our latest episode in the "Keeping It Klean" series, promises to reveal how you can drastically reduce the costly impact of preventable dirt and fisheyes in your paint jobs. Drawing on my extensive background as a paint technician, instructor and jobber, alongside in...
Sep 23, 2024•19 min•Ep. 183
Send us a text Episode Notes: What if you could drastically reduce the need for costly rework in your paint shop? Ever wonder where all that dirt in your paint job comes from anyway? Join us as we kick off our new series, "Keeping it Klean", where we explore the troublesome sources of paint contamination and how to prevent them. With insights from top industry experts, we dissect the three main culprits: the booth, the vehicle, and the painter, shedding light on how each contributes to paint def...
Sep 09, 2024•26 min•Ep. 182
Send us a text Episode Notes: Have you ever felt like the universe is trying to tell you that you forgot something, or there is still more you need to do? Could our recurring dreams really be the subconscious mind, prompting us to pursue something further, like our education? This episode of the MindWrench Podcast shares my personal journey of understanding the significance of these dreams and how one keynote speech by Dr. Alan Zimmerman ignited my passion for self-development. Discover how nont...
Aug 26, 2024•18 min•Ep. 181
Send us a text Episode Notes: Are there things you really want to accomplish in your life that you continually postpone? Do you live life fully on your own terms, or conforming to what others would deem as “best” or “normal”? If you only had 24 more hours on this planet, would your “dash” represent the life you intended to live? In this enlightening episode, we dive into the profound concept of the “dash” – the tiny mark between the birth and death dates on a gravestone that symbolizes the entir...
Aug 12, 2024•16 min•Ep. 180
Send us a text Episode Notes: Feel like you’re stranded on an island in your business or personal life? 🏝️ Break free from the isolation and tap into the power of collaboration. Discover how to let go of control and embrace the value of teamwork. Is your ego holding you back from growth? 🌱 Don't let pride prevent you from seeking advice and support from others. Learn how to accept constructive input and overcome the limitations of a solitary mindset. Are you afraid to let others help you? 🤝 I...
Jul 29, 2024•20 min•Ep. 179
Send us a text Episode Notes: Have you ever considered that the best investment you can make is in yourself ? Did you know the key investments you need to make in your business are well within your grasp? Would you like to learn how to use these keys to get past your “nut” and beyond the break-even point? This week on the MindWrench Podcast, I unpack the critical importance of self-investment as the driving force behind business success. Sharing from my own journey, I reveal how nurturing your p...
Jul 22, 2024•18 min•Ep. 178
Send us a text Episode Notes: What if the only thing holding you back from an extraordinary life is your own mindset? Could it be as simple as changing what is acceptable in your life? Are you setting your own the bar way too low? This week, with the help from a clip from self-development expert Tony Robbins , we uncover the small but powerful changes that can lead to monumental breakthroughs in your personal and professional life. Tony explains the art of turning "shoulds" into "musts" and how ...
Jul 08, 2024•19 min•Ep. 177
Send us a text Show Notes: Is the collision repair industry on the brink of a revolution? What could be the best options for you to capitalize on right now? Are you looking to stay ahead of the curve in this tidal wave of transformation in our industry? Join us this week, with Cole Strandberg , principal at Focus Investment Bankers and host of the Collision Vision podcast , as he shares his expertise on the industry's future, the importance of adaptability, and learning about strategic growth wh...
Jul 01, 2024•49 min•Ep. 176
Send us a text Episode Notes: Ever feel stuck in the cycle of never-ending preparation, unable to take that first step towards your dreams? When it comes to making a bold move, starting something new, have you spent months… even years, “fixing to get ready”? This week on the MindWrench Podcast, we explore the unseen barriers of hesitation and fear that keep you from achieving your goals. Through my own personal examples of trial & errors and the success stories of giants like Jeff Bezos, Opr...
Jun 17, 2024•19 min•Ep. 175
Send us a text Episode Notes: When you have to travel by car, are you more apt to jump in the back seat and let someone else do the driving because it’s just easier?... or are you one that simply insists on driving? In your personal life, do you make all the decisions that determine your outcomes, or do you usually just “go with the flow”? Do you consider yourself a “driver” or a “rider”? Have you ever wondered what it really means to take control of your life? Join me on this transformative jou...
Jun 10, 2024•13 min•Ep. 174
