Manage Your Stress & Drive Success with Jeff Salzenstein [E115]

When running your auto repair shop, burnout, stress, and exhaustion can feel like constant companions. How do you reignite your passion and find balance amidst the daily challenges?

In this episode of the Auto Repair Marketing Podcast, Kim Walker hosts a solo cast with guest Jeff Salzenstein, a former professional tennis player turned coach and speaker. 

Jeff shares his transformative journey from the tennis courts to becoming a coach focused on holistic well-being. He offers invaluable insights on overcoming adversity, redefining success, and managing burnout and stress through practical techniques like heart-focused breathing and tapping. 

Jeff’s emphasis on resilience, mindset, and the interconnectedness of mind, body, and soul will inspire and equip you with tools to enhance your personal and professional well-being.

Tune in for an episode packed with actionable strategies to help you thrive in both your business and personal life. Don’t miss it!

Thank you to RepairPal for sponsoring The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast. Learn more about RepairPal at https://repairpal.com/shops

How To Get In Touch With The Guest

https://www.jeffsalzenstein.com/ 

https://www.instagram.com/jeffsalzenstein/ 

https://www.facebook.com/jeffsalzensteinspeaker 

Show Notes with Timestamps

• Introduction and Sponsorship (00:00:01) The podcast host introduces the episode and thanks RepairPal for sponsoring the show.
• Meeting Jeff (00:00:10) Kim Walker discusses her excitement about having Jeff as a guest, highlighting their recent connection.
• Unleashing the Champion Within (00:01:19) Jeff shares insights on his coaching philosophy, focusing on mental health and overcoming limiting beliefs.
• Jeff's Professional Tennis Background (00:02:54) Jeff recounts his experiences as a professional tennis player and the challenges he faced.
• The Pressure of Performance (00:03:25) He describes the anxiety before a significant match and the importance of mental focus.
• Tapping into the Zone of Excellence (00:04:26) Jeff explains the concept of finding a "zone" during competition, leading to peak performance.
• Limiting Beliefs and Success (00:07:04) The conversation shifts to how limiting beliefs can hinder personal and professional success.
• Redefining Success (00:08:45) Jeff reflects on how his definition of success evolved over time, influenced by personal experiences.
• Pivotal Moments in Life (00:09:51) He shares defining moments that shaped his journey, including injuries and personal challenges.
• Transition to Coaching (00:12:31) Jeff discusses the moment he decided to become a coach, driven by a desire to help others.
• Helping Burnt-Out Shop Owners (00:14:56) The conversation addresses strategies to support shop owners feeling exhausted and overwhelmed.
• Creating Your Reality (00:15:32) Discussion on how personal responsibility shapes one's reality and the importance of mindset.
• Taking Responsibility (00:16:31) Emphasizing the freedom that comes from acknowledging personal responsibility in one's circumstances.
• The Power of Words (00:17:33) The impact of language on reality and the importance of speaking positively about one's situation.
• Finding Efficiency (00:19:17) Exploring options when unhappy in a career, including improving efficiency or re-evaluating one's path.
• Listening to Your Heart (00:20:35) The importance of aligning head and heart in pursuing personal fulfillment and career satisfaction.
• Focusing on Creation (00:20:51) Encouraging a shift from negative focus to creating what one truly desires in life.
• Defying Age Expectations (00:22:02) Discussing persistence in achieving success later in life, using tennis as an example.
• Embracing Suffering (00:24:02) Understanding the role of failure and suffering in personal growth and resilience.
• The Zen of Discomfort (00:26:41) The paradox of embracing discomfort to facilitate growth and change in life.
• Practical Breathing Techniques (00:28:34) Introducing heart-focused breathing as a method to manage stress and improve emotional regulation.
• Breathwork and Its Benefits (00:29:54) Discusses the importance of breathwork for mental and emotional health, highlighting techniques like box breathing.
• Tapping Technique for Stress Relief (00:31:52) Explains how tapping acupressure points can significantly reduce anxiety and stress levels.
• Nature Walks to Combat Anxiety (00:33:13) Emphasizes the benefits of walking outside for mental health, particularly for shop owners.
• Creating a Positive Work Culture (00:34:16) Describes how to instill micro habits in organizations to promote gratitude and well-being.
• Managing Emotions Effectively (00:35:55) Discusses the importance of expressing emotions and regulating them through breath and physical activity.
• Curiosity About Personal Habits (00:38:47) Encourages listeners to investigate their habits for better mental and physical health.
• Personal Story of Resilience (00:40:34) Shares a personal story about overcoming struggles and the impact of family on personal growth.
• Offering Support to Those in Need (00:42:19) Highlights the importance of reaching out and offering help to those struggling with mental health issues.
• Contact Information for Support (00:43:45) Provides Jeff's contact details for listeners seeking guidance or support in their personal journeys.
• Invitation to Speak (00:45:00) Jeff expresses his willingness to speak at events and share his experiences.
• Industry Connections (00:45:42) Kim plans to connect Jeff with industry professionals for speaking opportunities.
• Future Conversations (00:45:49) They discuss the potential for future episodes and deeper conversations.
• Podcast Closing (00:46:01) Kim thanks the audience and encourages them to tune in next week.
• Listening Options (00:46:03) Information about where to find the podcast on various platforms is shared.
• Final Remarks (00:46:33) The episode concludes with a reminder to engage with the podcast and its hosts.

How To Get In Touch

Group - Auto Repair Marketing Mastermind

Website - shopmarketingpros.com 

Facebook - facebook.com/shopmarketingpros 

Get the Book - shopmarketingpros.com/book

Instagram - @shopmarketingpros 

Questions/Ideas - podcast@shopmarketingpros.com