#67 What Is Wrong With Me

This episode is a candid, unfiltered look into the mindset of a high-level PDR technician during hail season. Gene shares a recent experience tackling a difficult hail truck—and how it turned into a reminder of a recurring problem: Trying to do too much… just because he can.   🚨 The “Superhero Cape” Problem Every hail season, it happens: A rough panel comes in You know it’s going to be a grind But you say: “I got this” Even when: The dent count is extreme Replacement might make more sense The job will blow your schedule 👉 The real issue isn’t skill—it’s self-imposed pressure 🧠 Why Techs Do This Gene breaks down a few possible reasons: Obsession with the craft Desire to prove what's possible Influence from elite techs (like the “Bryce Kelly effect”) Internal pressure—not customer pressure This isn’t about capability… it’s about identity. ⏱️ Time vs. Reality A key lesson from this job: Estimated time: ~6 hours Reality: significantly more Result: stress, backlog, frustration 👉 The takeaway:Time is your most limited resource—and it’s easy to ignore that in the moment ⚖️ Growth vs. Lifestyle Business A major theme in this episode: Do you have to keep growing? Or is it okay to build a business that supports your life? Gene reflects on: Running a full shop vs. solo operation Overhead vs. profitability The idea that “if you’re not growing, you’re dying” 👉 Is that actually true… or just something we’ve been told? 🔁 The Cycle of Overcommitment This pattern shows up everywhere: Say yes to more work Overload schedule Stress builds Push through anyway Repeat next storm 👉 The real question:Why is it so hard to break that cycle? ⚡ Efficiency vs. Speed A great insight from training discussions: Newer techs want to go faster But the focus should be on doing better work Example: Highly efficient technicians optimize: Movement Setup Tool positioning Energy use 👉 Speed is a byproduct of efficiency—not the goal 🎓 Training & Industry Talk Excitement around upcoming training content in the industry Shoutout to high-level efficiency-focused technicians Discussion of different teaching styles and philosophies 🎤 What’s Coming Next Live-style episode from the Anson event Interviews and industry conversations Tool reviews (including new glue and tips) 💬 Question for You Do you ever take on jobs you know you shouldn’t? Why do you think we do this? Where are you at—growth mode or lifestyle mode? 🙌 Final Thought This episode isn’t about technique. It’s about something deeper: 👉 Understanding the mindset that drives your decisions—and learning when to pull back.