Mind Wrench Podcast

Quit Fix'n To Get Ready-Reboot #190

Send us a textPodcast Show Notes:Ever feel stuck staring at a decision that should be simple, while the industry keeps flying past you at 80 mph? You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. You’re human. And in this re-shared message, we break down why procrastination sneaks into your shop and your life, and how one clear decision can flip the switch on momentum fast.We dig into how our brains are wired to protect us, not push us forward. That’s great when you’re avoiding danger, but not so great when you’re deciding on ADAS training, EV safety procedures, hiring your next tech, or finally fixing that workflow bottleneck everyone complains about. While you’re thinking it over, the world doesn’t pause. OEMs update procedures. Insurers shift expectations. Your team waits. Pressure builds.I share a personal story about waiting too long on a decision and losing years I can’t get back. The relief didn’t come from the perfect answer. It came from deciding. From there, we walk through a simple framework that works in real shops: decide, observe, adjust, and keep moving. No perfection required.We also connect mindset to real results. Better hiring choices. Cleaner processes. Higher profit. Stronger leadership when things get heavy. Tools matter, but mindset runs the shop. Coaching comes up as a force multiplier, not a magic fix, but a way to shorten the learning curve and stop going it alone.If you’re tired of “fixing to get ready,” this episode is your nudge to move.3 Key TakeawaysWaiting feels safe, but it quietly costs you time, energy, and opportunity.Decisions create clarity. Clarity creates momentum.You don’t need perfect answers, just the courage to choose and adjust.Press play, pick one decision, and move forward today.Sign up for FREE to my "Quote of the Day" below: https://tinyurl.com/fv5xr68hSupport the showJoin our Mind Wrench mailing list! 👉 https://bit.ly/3DGNM9oNeed one-on-one Mindset or Personal Development coaching? – drop me a note @ Personal Coaching – Rick Selover 👉 CLICK HERE FOR 50% OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH OF COACHING! (use PROMO code FREE50 in the message box!) 🔗Affiliate Links 👀 Read or listen to Top non-fiction book on Blinkist 20% off membership & 7-day free trial 🧑‍💼 Need freelance help with your business? Check out Fiverr ​🛒​🍒​🥦​ Want an easier way to shop? Check out Instacart Thanks for listening and please share The Mind Wrench Podcast with others!

Anticipation... expecting the best to come!

Send us a textShow Notes: If you’ve been paying attention to collision industry news lately, it can feel like every headline is yelling at you to brace for impact. 😬⚠️Insurance pressures⚠️Technician shortages ⚠️Consolidation within our Industry ⚠️Constantly changing OEM requirements ⚠️Economic uncertainty humming in the background like a bad air hose you can’t quite shut off. After a while, that kind of noise pushes a lot of good shop owners into reaction mode instead of intention mode.In this week’s Mind Wrench Podcast episode, we talk about a word our industry doesn’t use enough: anticipation, and we break down how anticipation applies directly to real industry challenges heading into 2026. 🧠Not fake positivity. Not ignoring reality. But disciplined, intentional anticipation of good things to come, and preparing for them on purpose.Anticipation is the feeling that changes how you show up. It’s what gets you building systems instead of delaying decisions. It’s what pushes you to invest in people, training, and processes instead of shrinking back and playing defense. Because what you anticipate shapes what you prepare for, and what you prepare for usually shows up. 🔮Here’s the part that doesn’t make headlines: some collision shops are absolutely thriving right now. Not because they got lucky, but because their leaders chose preparation over panic. They stopped letting headlines set their internal thermostat.We also talk about personal anticipation, because burned-out owners don’t lead well. A clear, energized leader builds a clear, energized shop.Anticipation isn’t entitlement. It’s optimism paired with action. And it just might be the most practical leadership tool you carry into 2026. 🧰 3 Key Takeaways✅Anticipation beats anxiety because it drives preparation, not paralysis.✅Strong shops don’t ignore challenges; they prepare for opportunity inside them.✅Personal anticipation fuels better leadership, decisions, and shop culture. If the headlines have been running your mindset lately, this episode is your reset. Take 10 minutes today and write your 2026 Anticipation List for your shop, your leadership, and your life. Pick one item and take a small step on it this week. Momentum starts there. 🚀Sign up for FREE to my "Quote of the Day" below: https://tinyurl.com/fv5xr68hSupport the showJoin our Mind Wrench mailing list! 👉 https://bit.ly/3DGNM9oNeed one-on-one Mindset or Personal Development coaching? – drop me a note @ Personal Coaching – Rick Selover 👉 CLICK HERE FOR 50% OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH OF COACHING! (use PROMO code FREE50 in the message box!) 🔗Affiliate Links 👀 Read or listen to Top non-fiction book on Blinkist 20% off membership & 7-day free trial 🧑‍💼 Need freelance help with your business? Check out Fiverr ​🛒​🍒​🥦​ Want an easier way to shop? Check out Instacart Thanks for listening and please share The Mind Wrench Podcast with others!

Quiet The Noise, and Reclaim Your Focus! -w/Zig Ziglar

Send us a text**🎙️ Podcast Show Notes:If you’re a shop owner or leader trying to set real goals for 2026, you’ve probably noticed something. Every time you turn on the news, it feels like the sky is falling… Inflation… Layoffs… Global tensions… Doom & Gloom on repeat. That constant noise can wear you down fast and make big goals feel risky or even pointless.In this week’s episode of the Mind Wrench Podcast, we cut through that fog with some straight-talk wisdom and a powerful audio clip from Zig Ziglar. The big message is simple but freeing: what’s going on between your ears matters more than what’s blasting from the TV or your phone.The media makes money on fear, not hope. That doesn’t mean you ignore reality, but it does mean you stop letting worst-case headlines run your life. One of the first steps is subtraction. Turn down the voices that drain your energy so you can hear your own priorities again. When your mind gets quieter, your goals get clearer.Zig Ziglar reminds us that real security doesn’t come from the economy or a company name on your shirt. It comes from being valuable. Honest people who work hard, keep learning, and show up consistently always have options. Even in rough markets, top performers land on their feet because their skills travel with them.We also dive into the power of self-talk. What you say about yourself shapes how you act. When you claim an identity like “I keep my word” or “I’m disciplined,” your daily choices start lining up with that belief. Small habits, done daily, quietly build big results.3 Key TakeawaysControl your inputs: Less negative noise means more focus on goals that actually matter.Build portable value: Skills, effort, and character protect you better than headlines ever will.Let identity lead action: Say who you are, then back it up with small daily habits.2026 will bring uncertainty, that’s a given. But when you protect your mindset and act with intention, your shop, your leadership, and your future get a lot stronger!Zig Ziglar - Excelling in the New Millennium Part 1Link to YouTube: https://youtu.be/IvtroU1Ep7w?si=th2iSlJNXEkbRlPySign up for FREE to my "Quote of the Day" below: https://tinyurl.com/fv5xr68hSupport the showJoin our Mind Wrench mailing list! 👉 https://bit.ly/3DGNM9oNeed one-on-one Mindset or Personal Development coaching? – drop me a note @ Personal Coaching – Rick Selover 👉 CLICK HERE FOR 50% OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH OF COACHING! (use PROMO code FREE50 in the message box!) 🔗Affiliate Links 👀 Read or listen to Top non-fiction book on Blinkist 20% off membership & 7-day free trial 🧑‍💼 Need freelance help with your business? Check out Fiverr ​🛒​🍒​🥦​ Want an easier way to shop? Check out Instacart Thanks for listening and please share The Mind Wrench Podcast with others!

3 Steps To De-Stress the Holidays!

Send us a text🎧 Show NotesIf we’re being honest, do the holidays have you feeling more scrambled than festive?Has Ho-Ho-Ho turned into NO-NO-NO?In this week’s episode, we revisit a fan-favorite message on why Christmas has quietly become one of the most stressful times of the year—and what you can do to stop the spiral. Between the shopping, the parties, the relatives you tolerate more than enjoy, and the financial drain that hits harder than a busted water main, it’s no wonder our stress skyrockets.But here’s the surprising part: most of that stress isn’t coming from the outside world. It’s coming from our own “stinkin’ thinkin’”—the pressure to make everything perfect, meet everyone’s expectations, and live up to some imaginary Hallmark standard.This episode breaks down three simple strategies to help you reclaim your sanity: real self-care, realistic expectations, and firm boundaries (yes, even with family… and your phone). If you’re ready to enjoy the season with more calm and a lot less chaos, this is your holiday reset.If you’re ready to breathe deeper, sleep better, enjoy more, and maybe actually feel some peace on earth, this conversation is the reset you need!  Sign up for FREE to my "Quote of the Day" below: https://tinyurl.com/fv5xr68hSupport the showJoin our Mind Wrench mailing list! 👉 https://bit.ly/3DGNM9oNeed one-on-one Mindset or Personal Development coaching? – drop me a note @ Personal Coaching – Rick Selover 👉 CLICK HERE FOR 50% OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH OF COACHING! (use PROMO code FREE50 in the message box!) 🔗Affiliate Links 👀 Read or listen to Top non-fiction book on Blinkist 20% off membership & 7-day free trial 🧑‍💼 Need freelance help with your business? Check out Fiverr ​🛒​🍒​🥦​ Want an easier way to shop? Check out Instacart Thanks for listening and please share The Mind Wrench Podcast with others!

Practicing Gratitude Daily -The Gift that Keeps on Giving!

Send us a text**🎙️ Podcast Show Notes:🤔 What if just two minutes every morning could make you feel calmer, happier, and more confident walking into the shop each day?👉 In this week’s The Mind Wrench Podcast episode, we break down the simple habit of gratitude—what it actually is, why it works, and how it can help you lead your team with more patience and less stress. No fluff, no “feel-good” clichés… just real talk and practical habits that actually move the needle.🧭We start by taking gratitude out of the Thanksgiving-dinner zone and turning it into a daily routine you can build—just like any shop process. You’ll hear how even one thoughtful moment can boost happiness and lower stress, but why it fades fast if you don’t repeat it. We also walk through “the comparison trap”—that end-of-year pressure where you look around and feel behind—and show you a better target: being just a little better than yesterday’s you.🎯We cover the big benefits gratitude brings: better mental health, more emotional balance, lower stress, stronger relationships, and even physical health gains. Then we zoom out to reset your perspective on how fortunate most of us really are… and zoom back in on the everyday stuff you probably overlook: warm clothes, running water, a trusted tech, a customer who waves, a quiet morning sunrise before the chaos begins.🌅Finally, we connect gratitude to leadership. When you’re less stressed, you make better decisions. When you consistently recognize your team, you build trust, culture, and loyalty—inside the shop and with customers. You’ll get simple tools like a two-minute morning script, ways to celebrate small wins, and how to reframe setbacks so you stay in control instead of frustrated.🕹️ 4️⃣ Gifts for You! (Key Takeaways) 🎁 Gratitude is a skill, not a feeling—practice it daily to see real change. 🎁 Lower stress = better leadership and smarter decisions. 🎁 Small, consistent recognition builds a stronger, more loyal team. 🎁 A two-minute morning routine can shift your whole day—and your whole culture.Support the showJoin our Mind Wrench mailing list! 👉 https://bit.ly/3DGNM9oNeed one-on-one Mindset or Personal Development coaching? – drop me a note @ Personal Coaching – Rick Selover 👉 CLICK HERE FOR 50% OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH OF COACHING! (use PROMO code FREE50 in the message box!) 🔗Affiliate Links 👀 Read or listen to Top non-fiction book on Blinkist 20% off membership & 7-day free trial 🧑‍💼 Need freelance help with your business? Check out Fiverr ​🛒​🍒​🥦​ Want an easier way to shop? Check out Instacart Thanks for listening and please share The Mind Wrench Podcast with others!