Ep9 Steve Scott - Simply Diagnostics

In this episode James Dillon spends time talking to Mr Awesome himself, Steve Scott, from Simply Diagnostics.
Steve and James talk about his amazing journey from Automotive Tech To UA-camr and his experiences which set him on the path to setting up and running the Simply Diagnostics Network.
You'll hear about Steve's early career, his mission in Africa and what drives him to help others to be the best they can be.
Known amongst his peers as Mr Awesome, we think you'll understand why when you discover more about the man, his inspiration and the great work that the Simply Diagnostics Network does for the industry.
Connect with the Simply Diagnostics Network: www.simplydiag...
Episode Talking Points
Introduction to this episode. (0:07)
His father was a carpenter, so he got an apprenticeship with a local authority. (1:48)
Steve's background in breakdown recovery and how he got into it. (5:15)
Steve's experience in Africa as a VSO volunteer. (8:15)
Steve's experience in Iraq and Syria. (15:33)
Working with young people who can safely think for themselves. (19:10)
What the landscape was like after you landed back to the UK (22:53)
The importance of having the resources to make the correct decision. (25:52)
The importance of having a community that supports each other. (32:29)
What was the genesis of the Simply Diagnosis Network? (36:26)
What happened to the Jaffa Cakes. (40:26)
A car is a car wherever it is in the world. (43:54)
The importance of getting technicians in the right mindset to work. (53:22)
The importance of having the right technicians in the right job role. (56:24)
How can we engage with current apprentices and the apprenticeship program? (1:00:25)
Where to get training related to mental health. (1:03:54)
How to overcome the technician crisis in the industry. (1:11:24)
The importance of having conversations to develop the correct version of our industry. (1:14:22)
Short term and long term goals for the Simply Diagnostics Network. (1:17:01)
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[@KeithSanders-o1z]

Great podcast from 2 of the greatest in the industry

[@theharmonicmotionpodcast]

Thank you so much for your kind words.

[@D15HRR]

Absolutely inspiring Steve 👍👍👍 from Dave.

[@theharmonicmotionpodcast]

Thanks Dave. We couldn't agree more. What an inspiration.

[@Medge2sc]

Fantastic , I’m a tech and ex lecturer in the gas industry… our industry is missing this exact thing
It’s got me thinking

[@theharmonicmotionpodcast]

Thanks for your feedback. Yes, getting us all thinking can only be a good thing.

[@davidmoss9471]

Superb episode, great to see the passion for the industry like this

[@theharmonicmotionpodcast]

Thanks David. Yes, the passion is strong in Steve that's for sure.

[@thedpfdoctor8966]

Really enjoyed listening to two great people that I'm lucky enough to call friends 👌

[@theharmonicmotionpodcast]

Thanks Darren.

[@daverdaceng]

Great episode - Kudos to Steve

[@theharmonicmotionpodcast]

Thanks for your support Dave. Yup - Kudos Steve!

[@Automotive_Solutions]

Great podcast and what an interesting career Steve's had so far 😁👍

[@theharmonicmotionpodcast]

Thanks so much, Yes, Steve has lived some life so far. You can see why he is so AWESOME!

[@Titan--91]

Fantastic podcast guys, keep up the good work and i look forward to the future of the automotive industry.

[@theharmonicmotionpodcast]

Thanks Nathan. We're looking forward too. Thanks for your support.

[@robertmobileman8304]

You two are awesome

[@theharmonicmotionpodcast]

Thanks for your support Robert. You are awesome too!