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Tekmetric transformed my shop. Plain and simple. Want that for yours? Touch HERETurnkey Marketing takes the stress of doing something I'm not good at off my plate. And gives it to someone who is. Click HERE for more.Send your service advisor to hands down the BEST service advisor training in the industry (even other coaching companies agree). It's Elite Worldwide's Masters Program. The next one is happening in Dallas Texas, September 10-12. Learn more HEREWhen I used the maintenance tool for the fist time with Detect Auto, my mind was blown. My advisors had the same reaction - and then SO MUCH MORE TIME. Learn more about Detect Auto and book a free demo now!Seth Thorson and Keith Perkins own shops and are both on the NASTF board. Today, they talk about AI and how shop owners can leverage Chat GPTs and Chrome extensions to streamline operations and keep their customer data protected. Keith weighs in on the future of technician roles, pointing out that while robotics and AI may eventually change the landscape, hands-on skills and adaptability will be critical for years to come.Timestamps: 00:00 Techs replaced by AI?06:25 AI and data ownership09:41 Learning the GTP foundation10:18 Teaching effective coding practices13:15 Teaching basic and premium features17:19 Using AI to access online data20:20 Circuit City vs. Best Buy insights25:37 Son considering trade school program31:28 Starting with the basics35:48 Putting in extra effort37:22 Learning through hard work42:59 Michael Brody-Waite's leadership approach43:38 Seth's class for shop owners49:18 Concerns about AI and human thinking51:12 NAPA's augmented reality training53:32 Balancing textbook learning and hands-on56:37 Mike's 90-day check-in