Lessons from the Grind - Part 1 | Repair Shop Reckoning | Episode 16
Description
This week on Repair Shop Reckoning, Kevin Brown sits down with Shane Meren to break down the raw realities of business, sales, and survival. From hustling door-to-door fixing computers to selling websites when people thought the internet was a fad, Shane learned early that success isn’t about what you’re selling—it’s about solving problems.
They get into the tough lessons—losing money on bad collections, balancing family and business, and knowing when to pivot. Shane talks about building Magnus Software, launching WebsiteForge, and even diving into Taekwondo and retail. The bottom line? Business isn’t for the weak. If you’re not adapting, you’re failing.
Don’t miss this one—real stories, hard truths, and lessons you can take straight to your own shop.
00:00 Welcome to Repair Shop Reckoning
00:35 The Fire Incident: A Memorable First Meeting
01:46 Lessons from Childhood: Discipline and Education
03:01 The Influence of Family: Scary Yet Supportive
05:22 Navigating Life After Loss
06:00 Early Career: Mentorship and Sales
09:00 The Birth of a Business: From IT to Web Development
12:41 Website Forge: A New Venture
15:02 Sales in the Real World: Lessons Learned
18:00 The Importance of Perseverance
21:07 Family Life and Business Balance
23:06 Adapting to Change: Business Evolution
27:01 The Art of Sales: Understanding Human Behavior
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