Owner Optional is the podcast for Auto Repair Shop Owners who feel stuck inside the shop they built. If your shop only runs because you’re there every day, this show’s here to help you change that.

Hosted by James Stephenson, a small business owner for over 20 years, a business coach for more than a decade, and a multi business owner, Owner Optional breaks down real problems shop owners face every day. From sales and customer service to hiring, leadership, operations, and financial structure, the focus is on turning owner dependent shops into real businesses that can run without the owner, transition smoothly, and be sold.

You’ll hear real stories, hard lessons, and conversations with different Small Business Owners and leaders who’ve been in the trenches. The lessons come from Coaching over 3 dozen businesses, and can be applied to any small business owner who wants more control and long term value.

No hype. No theory. Just practical insight built from experience.

If you want a business that creates freedom today and long term value for whatever comes next, this show’s for you.