Episode 159

The Power of Curiosity [E159]

Matt Fanslow discusses how genuine curiosity can enhance diagnostic practices and improve interactions with clients and colleagues. Matt emphasizes the importance of approaching situations with curiosity rather than judgment, both in technical diagnostics and workplace relationships. He illustrates how curiosity can lead to more effective repairs and better understanding of employee performance. 

Show Notes

  • Curiosity vs. Judgment (00:01:18)
  • Scientific Method in Diagnostics (00:03:00)
  • Understanding Electrical Systems (00:04:25)
  • Preparing for New Technologies (00:07:01)
  • Curiosity in Management (00:08:16)
  • Exploring Performance Issues (00:09:39)
  • Identifying Systemic Issues (00:13:05)
  • Open Communication in the Workplace (00:14:12)
  • Customer Interactions and Curiosity (00:15:29)
  • Cultural Impact of Judgment (00:17:50)
  • The Importance of Curiosity in Diagnostics (00:19:10)
  • Curiosity in Personal Relationships (00:20:16)
  • Curiosity as a Tool Against Judgment (00:21:30)

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Matt Fanslow

Matt Fanslow is the diagnostic tech/shop manager at Riverside Automotive in Red Wing, MN. His primary responsibilities are to diagnose driveability and electrical/electronic issues, and perform most all programming, coding, initializing, adoptions, etc. Basically, if it needs to be figured out or has wires, it goes to Matt.

He’s been a tech since 1996. Matt is also a subject matter expert for ASE and has instructed at Vision Hi-Tech Training and Expo. Matt has participated on 18 ASE technical committees for the ASE Practice Test, A6, A7, A8, and L1 tests. He’s also done case studies for Standard Motor Products. Fanslow’s goal is to do everything in his power to improve the overall level of professionalism within the automotive and light truck repair trade and also raise the level of its public image.