From Audi Mechanic to $50M CEO

What does it take to go from working as an Audi technician to leading a $50 million automotive company?

In this episode of the Blue Collar Millionaire Podcast, Ryan Blair shares his journey from struggling in college to becoming an Audi mechanic, opening his first shop, nearly losing everything, and ultimately building a $50M automotive empire.

Ryan breaks down the lessons he learned about mastering a trade, taking calculated risks, finding the right mentors, understanding financials, and making the transition from technician to business owner and CEO.

If you're a blue-collar entrepreneur, service business owner, or someone looking to scale beyond owner-operator status, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 Introduction

02:15 Why Ryan Left College and Chose a Trade

06:45 Becoming an Audi Technician

12:30 Developing Elite Skills and Work Ethic

18:50 Winning Audi's National Technician Competition

24:10 Walking Away From a Six-Figure Career

28:35 Starting a Business in a Storage Unit