About Us

High Gear Podcast

Step into the driver’s seat of success with the High Gear Podcast, where powerful conversations with exceptional shop owners fuel insightful discussions. Created by Ryan Burton, a seasoned broadcaster and the visionary behind Leads Near Me, and co-hosted by Thomas Hays, VP of Leads Near Me and former host of Success Leaves Clues: An Automotive Industry Podcast, each episode of the High Gear Podcast is a journey into the heart of automotive entrepreneurship.

On the show, you’ll hear from various voices in our industry sharing their expertise and strategies for thriving in today’s competitive automotive market. We believe that auto repair shop owners are not just entrepreneurs, but multifaceted individuals with diverse interests and aspirations. Our podcast reflects this belief, offering a dynamic blend of practical insights and personal development wisdom to help you accelerate towards your goals.

Beyond business, the High Gear Podcast explores the holistic journey of shop ownership, delving into topics such as personal growth, leadership, health, marketing, exercise, software, and beyond.

Sponsored by Leads Near Me and the High Gear Auto Repair Marketing Conference, the High Gear Podcast is your go-to resource for unlocking your share of success in the automotive industry. Tune in, rev up your mindset, and shift into high gear with us.

Meet Our Sponsors

Our Sponsors

Leads Near Me

Leads Near Me is a digital marketing agency for auto repair shops. We have become known for our ability to Effortlessly Increase Car Count™. Leads Near Me combines many years of experience, proprietary Google Ads software and a thirst for getting better every day to help auto repair companies grow their shops. With hundreds of shops in 43 states and Canada, Leads Near Me is uniquely qualified to help shop owners dramatically grow revenue.

Our Sponsors

High Gear Conference

The High Gear Auto Repair Marketing Conference, an unprecedented gathering in the auto repair sector, is yet to be scheduled for 2025. This conference is at the forefront of introducing innovative marketing strategies and fostering business expansion. It is designed for auto repair shop owners looking to elevate their marketing acumen and operational effectiveness. Stay tuned for next year’s dates!