BONUS EPISODE! Bill Brusard | “Straight Pipe No Muffler”
Episode 33

BONUS EPISODE! Bill Brusard | “Straight Pipe No Muffler”

Published: Jun 21, 2025

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In this episode, Mike Allen sits down with Bill Brusard of JB Auto Care and Now Auto Care. Bill tells the story of meeting industry lightning rod Todd Hayes and how that meeting changed his life. Now, Bill has goals to build generational wealth, rather than just running a shop. They also talk about the strategy of private equity deals with the Houston-Boston Partnership, and why Bill believes giving back is important. 

00:00 From Technician to Shop Owner for Bill

05:18 Meeting Big Daddy Todd Hayes

06:43 Choosing Quality over Quantity

10:00 Defining Success with Hayes

13:30 “Maximize Your True Potential”

17:53 “Second Bite: Bigger Equity Return”

22:26 “Failed Business Dreams”

23:25 “No Question Off Limits”

Confessions of a Shop Owner is a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to run and grow a successful auto repair business, featuring honest conversations, lessons learned, and practical insights from experienced shop owners. Each episode covers real challenges, smart strategies, and the day-to-day realities of the industry to help you run a better shop.

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