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Thanks to our Partners, NAPA Auto Care, NAPA TRACS and Automotive Management Network Recorded at the 45th annual Mobile Air Climate Systems Conference (MACS 2025) in Orlando, Florida, discover the importance of NASTF in bridging the gap between OEs and independents. Donny Seyfer also shares insights on empowering teams, today's technology impact, and the importance of mentorship. Donny Seyfer, NASTF, Listen to Donny’s previous episodes HERE. Show Notes

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• MACS Training Event & Trade Show: https://macsmobileairclimate.org/
• National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF): https://wp.nastf.org/
• Koura: https://www.kouraglobal.com/
• Honeywell: https://www.honeywell.com/us/en
• NASTF (00:00:00)
• Donnie's Career Background (00:02:56)
• Memorable Experience with STEM Students (00:03:19)
• New Product Development Announcement (00:07:18)
• Challenges in Product Development (00:08:41)
• Optimism in Facing Challenges (00:09:15)
• Team Collaboration in Writing (00:12:25)
• Hiring for Strengths (00:12:34)
• Balancing Roles as a Visionary (00:13:01)
• Importance of Language in the Industry (00:14:25)
• Changing Habits in Language Usage (00:15:29)
• Pivots in Business Strategy (00:20:03)
• Impact of Technology (00:22:38)
• AI in Communication (00:23:53)
• Time Management Strategies (00:26:59)
• Finding Your Zone (00:28:13)
• Dream Cars and Personal Projects (00:29:02)
• Creating a Safe Work Environment (00:32:43)
• The Power of "I Don't Know" (00:33:39)
• The Power of Mentoring (00:35:46)
• Mentors at Different Levels (00:36:35)
• The Secret to Finding Mentors (00:37:20)
• Peer Mentoring (00:38:12)
• Personal Insights (00:38:21)

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