Brad Templin, COO at Scott's U-Save Tires & Auto Repair, discusses his journey into second generation shop ownership and what the transition looked like taking over his family’s business. He shares why he chose not to take the easy path back into the industry, the importance of proper succession planning, and why owners must continue growing themselves to help their business and people reach their full potential.

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• Host: Jay Goninen, WrenchWay, jayg@wrenchway.com
• Guest: Brad Templin, Scott's U-Save Tires & Auto Repair, bradw@scottsusave.com

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