Episodes 19
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Apple Rating 5.0 (3)
Since Mar 2026
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This Podcast

Power does not always come from pushing harder. Sometimes in life and in business, the smartest move is to slow down so you can move forward with control, clarity, and intention. Just like a great driver, growth means looking ahead, preparing for the climb, and knowing when it is time to change gears.

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How Failure Can Lead to Huge Success | Josh Oberlander - Ep 18

Jun 11, 2026 1h 2m Transcript

Consistency is key - heard that! But, consistency is HARD. That's why I gave up on trying and let the experts handle it. Detect Auto. Let them clean up your estimating process and raise your ARO -…

How to Build a Team That Doesn't Need You Every Minute | Brandon Steckler - Ep 17

Jun 09, 2026 35m Transcript

Consistency is key - heard that! But, consistency is HARD. That's why I gave up on trying and let the experts handle it. Detect Auto. Let them clean up your estimating process and raise your ARO -…

Why Most Shop Owners Stay Stuck | Jimmy Lea - Ep 16

Jun 04, 2026 1h 2m Transcript

Consistency is key - heard that! But, consistency is HARD. That's why I gave up on trying and let the experts handle it. Detect Auto. Let them clean up your estimating process and raise your ARO -…

Boobs, Business & Building Culture That Lasts | Benjie Burris & Callie Johnson - Ep 15

May 28, 2026 41m Transcript

Consistency is key - heard that! But, consistency is HARD. That's why I gave up on trying and let the experts handle it. Detect Auto. Let them clean up your estimating process and raise your ARO -…

Build Your Shop, but Don’t Forget to Build a Life | Greg Buckley - Ep 14

May 21, 2026 1h 4m Transcript

Consistency is key - heard that! But, consistency is HARD. That's why I gave up on trying and let the experts handle it. Detect Auto. Let them clean up your estimating process and raise your ARO -…

Grow Your Shop By Doing Less? | Buckaroobob & Michael Guenther - Ep 13

May 14, 2026 54m Transcript

Consistency is key - heard that! But, consistency is HARD. That's why I gave up on trying and let the experts handle it. Detect Auto. Let them clean up your estimating process and raise your ARO -…

Why Busy Doesn’t Mean Profitable in Auto Repair | Mike Allen and Jim Cokonis - Ep 12

May 07, 2026 1h 1m Transcript

Consistency is key - heard that! But, consistency is HARD. That's why I gave up on trying and let the experts handle it. Detect Auto. Let them clean up your estimating process and raise your ARO -…

How to Build a Repair Shop From the Ground Up | Jennifer Hulbert - Ep 11

Apr 30, 2026 54m Transcript

Consistency is key - heard that! But, consistency is HARD. That's why I gave up on trying and let the experts handle it. Detect Auto. Let them clean up your estimating process and raise your ARO -…

Jeff Compton Tells All - A Real Look At His Industry Impact | Jeff Compton - Ep 10

Apr 23, 2026 1h 24m Transcript

Consistency is key - heard that! But, consistency is HARD. That's why I gave up on trying and let the experts handle it. Detect Auto. Let them clean up your estimating process and raise your ARO -…

[Special Audio Only Episode] Leadership vs. Management: The Truth Nobody Told You | Michael Smith - Episode 9

Apr 20, 2026 1h 2m Bonus Transcript

Consistency is key - heard that! But, consistency is HARD. That's why I gave up on trying and let the experts handle it. Detect Auto. Let them clean up your estimating process and raise your ARO -…

Women Are Impacting Auto Repair! | Coralee Zueff - Episode 8

Apr 16, 2026 1h 3m Transcript

Consistency is key - heard that! But, consistency is HARD. That's why I gave up on trying and let the experts handle it. Detect Auto. Let them clean up your estimating process and raise your ARO -…

Before I Was the Boss Lady, I Was His Little Girl | William Brown and Ash Kaplan - Episode 7

Apr 09, 2026 57m Transcript

Today, we welcome the man who started it all....William Brown, my daddio. It took some convincing to get him to open up, but I just HAD to let you meet him! Together with Ash Kaplan, we talk about…

Screw the Customer - Happy Workers Are More Important | Becky Witt - Episode 6

Apr 02, 2026 1h 10m Transcript

In this episode, Becky Witt joins Tonnika and Ash to say that having happy workers is the foundation for customer satisfaction. Becky also shares how a shift to annual maintenance and eliminating…

How to Build Your Personal Brand | Lola Schmidt and Kim Walker - Episode 5

Mar 26, 2026 1h Transcript

In this episode, Tonnika Haynes is joined by Lola Schmidt and Kim Walker for a candid conversation about navigating business ownership, brand authenticity, and the importance of community engagement.…

Lower Car Count = More Money?? | Rick White - Episode 4

Mar 19, 2026 51m Transcript

In this episode, Tonnika has on Rick White, president of 180 Biz. Rick explains why the best shop owners know when to slow down and reassess, not just push harder, and shares lessons on business…

Overcome Your Fears and Be YOU!! | Episode 3

Mar 12, 2026 1h 29m Transcript

In this episode, Tonnika Haynes welcomes Ash Kaplan to talk about the realities of shop ownership and building a business with authenticity. Tonnika Haynes shares her journey taking over her family’s…

Why Technicians and Advisors Don't Work Well Together and What Should Change | Jeff Compton - Episode 2

Mar 06, 2026 1h 10m Transcript

In this episode, Tonnika Haynes and Ash Kaplan welcome Jeff Compton from The Jaded Mechanic Podcast. Jeff Compton shares his frustration with old, ineffective shop practices and highlights the need…

Listen to BAD Advice?? Zeb Beard Says To | Episode 1

Mar 05, 2026 1h 5m Transcript

It's our first ever episode!!!! Wow - never did I ever think I'd have a podcast. WHAT??!!! Yet, here we are. I'm ready for this journey and excited for you to join me. Today, for such a cool moment…

What is Downshift with Tonnika?? | Trailer

Mar 04, 2026 1m Trailer

Downshift with Tonnika - new episodes each Thursday!

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Downshift With Tonnika has published 19 episodes since March 2026, covering topics in Automotive, Business.

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Downshift With Tonnika is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 1h.

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