Here is the video I referenced several times. kzread.info/dash/bejne/X2WO08ycqazSp7g.html

@umarmujaahid1136

3 ай бұрын

Where are you located at? Do you have a Pathfinder 2020 EX.

I retired from my convenience store business 17 years ago. I worked 7 days a week for 15 years. Leased the stores and now I collect rent. Best decision of my life. Stress will kill you

@TheSupervillain316

Жыл бұрын

Well done.. first by building something through your own hard work and by getting to where it works for you

I am employed by a small business and am treated very well by the owner and my supervisor. Lots of praise, we are on very friendly terms, and they do nice things for the employees fairly frequently (catered lunches, fully paid for team building events etc), and in return I give them everything I can and go out of my way to do more than what's asked of me. The only singular reason I would ever voluntarily leave this company, and the single biggest reason why anyone would ever leave any company that they are truly treated very well at, is because I am very much under-compensated compared to the current average salary range in my area for my field and experience level, and because I am doing way, way more than should ever be expected from me. People quit and job hop because it is the fastest way to get a raise, because employers do not seem to have realized yet how much inflation has affected their workforce, and how much more they need to expect to have to pay their employees in order to retain them as a result of this. It's not that "nobody wants to work", it's that nobody wants to work for a shitty wage that doesn't scale to the effort they put in and the rapidly increasing cost of their essentials.

Seen this a million times. Businesses wants/expects employees to work like they are vested partners while being compensated as an employee…

@M5snowhite

Жыл бұрын

You hit the nail on thr head. Everybody is allways the "hero" in their story, if Craig was truly the AMAZING employer he believes himself to be, he wouldnt be going trough this. Employes who truly feel valued dont just walk away like this. Craig didnt get to the top with just a good guy persona, im sure theirs another side to him. That applies to all buisnesses big and small. Is the employee an asset or just a number. For example theres a reason a company like Costco have a high retension rate, even though retail has a high turnover rate.

@avelardovalle1121

Жыл бұрын

He gave him some money to buy cars he’s just not a Boss. Now Gregg is a Boss he can constantly keep making money.

@ibiscar06

Жыл бұрын

Either you're a leader, or you're a follower. Just plain and simple.

@chrisdoe6890

Жыл бұрын

German woke up and smelled the roses . How much does he need to live and drop out of the rat race? Craig as a boss obviously has to sleep with the numbers in his head . But German as he got older had enough of the grind and people saying can you do it for $4650 instead of $;5500. So he hung his hat up and I wish him all the best . Good for him. I’d love to see a video with him if he’d agree and ask about his spiritual journey .

@justinthacker9557

Жыл бұрын

Honestly I see what your saying but at the same time in real light of the matter because he didn't say anything personal about what german was going to do. He honestly saw it as an opportunity to do what Craig does for a living and was able to see his self a business opportunity instead of an employee for someone else doing the same thing. It's hard to work work work and then realize if you did the same thing your doing you could make more money doing it for yourself instead of for others. 100% the truth of being a business owner. More risk is more reward.

One of our best employees at our restaurant has been working for my family for 20 years is planning on leaving sometime next year to finally open his own restaurant. While I absolutely hate to see him go, I wish nothing but success for him in the future in finally achieving his dream.

@timvirginia6327

Жыл бұрын

Get a grip. There is no comparison. Your employee is moving up and bettering himself. German escaped.

@amanwithaplan4103

Жыл бұрын

@@timvirginia6327 Did you even read my entire comment or do you just enjoy being negative and rude while having absolutely nothing of caliber to add?

@sgilmour22

Жыл бұрын

@@timvirginia6327 ​ Tim, you seem to be repeating yourself multiple times here. Clearly you have a perspective on this and that’s great; but after sharing it 17 times, it begins to lose other readers and feels less powerful. There is always nuance in interpersonal relationships; judging others from the outside is a very difficult, likely futile and surely unhelpful thing to do.

@timvirginia6327

Жыл бұрын

@@sgilmour22 thanks for the lecture. I won’t tell you what to do and you shouldn’t try to tell me what to do. Thanks for the chat. Bye.

@Daniel-Johnson

Жыл бұрын

@@timvirginia6327 Tim, you are welcome to have an opinion but I think I speak for most everyone here when I say we really don't care to hear it. Negative Nancy's are no fun, maybe you need a change in your life as well? Something to bring you out of that horrible outlook you have.. just a thought. Good chat 👍

This is touching. It took German leaving for Craig to have a reality check and analyze how everything in his life is operating. I feel like this is a blessing for both you. Better to analyze and slow down before you crash and burn.

@charlesbeall2589

7 ай бұрын

Don't know about "feel like" but I certainly T H I N K and B E L I E V E it was the best decision for German.

So much can be said, but let's keep it simple. First, congrats to German. We all reach a point in life where we realize what is truly important. Whether or not intentional, German's vacation was his moment of clarity. He came back and spoke with you...and that opened your eyes. I wish nothing but the best for both of you in the future. Life isn't all about the money, it is about loving what you do and sharing that with your family and friends.

Despite saying you didn’t want to paint a negative picture of German, you did a good job of peppering the conversation with negative details of German. I really hope the best for the both of you.

@JeffFrederick-ty5ip

3 ай бұрын

That guy failed to act like the employee and be grateful he had a job. Punk

Things change, people change, it's not a bad thing it's just in the cycle of life

@gord2358

Жыл бұрын

Nothing is forever.

@shinyphat3105

Жыл бұрын

Get a project for one of his favorite cars and colab

@reggiecarreiro1038

Жыл бұрын

@@shinyphat3105 nah I think he’s done working on cars for Craig. What it sounds like German was wearing to many hats and just getting paid for one. And probably wanted a raise and or title change with someone to help him and got neither. Maybe he didn’t communicate well either, who knows. So now Craig’s working on cars on his own.

@elstonkidd6494

Жыл бұрын

@@reggiecarreiro1038 good help is really hard to find.

@paulh1745

Жыл бұрын

German should never look back. Only forward. Forget the nightmare.

Best of Luck German...Hope you make some Cameo appearances. That what does not makes us weaker makes us stronger!

Smart move on both our parts. I retired way early with friends wondering why i would give up such a high paying job. I had enough to retire but wasn't rich yet could follow my passions of traveling, cycling and racquetball. I lost weight, actually slept all night long and feel SO much better about life and myself. I wake up at 6, make a cup of coffee and read the paper. Best time of the day as I think of so many people having to get ready to go to a crappy job, one that may actually hate. I've never looked back. Chasing that money is great, so you think but the price you pay in so many other ways for the incremental values you think will enrich your life but don't just isn't worth it.

@timvirginia6327

Жыл бұрын

Michael Fortier, don’t waste your breath. Craigs god is the almighty dollar. He collects things. He collects things he doesn’t need and probably doesn’t even want but he wants to make sure that all of the people around him notice him. It’s a very empty reward and unfortunately he may never figure that out

@remakk1174

Жыл бұрын

Michel - Thank You so much for sharing that. I’m kinda in the same boat and wondering should I retire early and do something different. I couldn’t stop smiling about the coffee and the newspaper. Those are my favorite things!!!

@michelfortier9563

Жыл бұрын

@@remakk1174 Take the leap. At first, it's scary but then you settle in and realize what a crappy way to live, to live to work. It's early here in Houston but I'm up and heading down to my favorite little restaurant I occasionally go to where I'll have my coffee and read my paper (lol). Driving back home will be when the first wave of people driving to work, rushing around like crazed little ants scurrying to a job they hate. I'm going home to peace and quiet, to drink another cup of coffee and catch up on what's happening in the world on my computer. Oh, around 9:30AM when the traffic has died down, I'll be heading into town to ride 26 miles up and down our bayou bike trials. It's so nice and quiet on the weekdays. I stay off them on the weekends because they're clogged up with work warriors now off. Grocery shopping on a Monday morning, no problem, nice and quiet. You'll learn to hate Saturdays when most are off, clogging the streets. You get so sucked into the system so easily because most are living this way. BTW- I left completely out of debt and in great health which was important for me. Take the leap and you'll never regret it. Quit listening to people who are in the rat trap. They're the people you should least listen to.

@SamslamminCars

Жыл бұрын

@@timvirginia6327 he owns a dealership, this is what they do. You cannot buy only what you want but what others will purchase, if you want to make any money.

@elstonkidd6494

Жыл бұрын

@@timvirginia6327 WOW Sir, you seem very disturbed by this. Do you know Craig personally or something?

I wish every person I've ever worked for could watch this video. It's amazing for someone at that point in your life, who's making good money, to not only have that moment of self awareness but to actually make the change and sacrifice some wealth for more life, man, I genuinely respect the hell out of that.

I respect German's decision completely. Stress and job demands take too much of a toll on this American life. Thank You Craig for creating this video to show your support of German's work life balance decision. For some reason, I see German as a teacher for maybe his next life experience opportunity. He appears to be very calm, patient, and compassionate.

Craig, I love the content that you do put out, and I’m a longtime subscriber. To German, you’re a great worker and hope the best for you on your life’s journey. Hope all is well with the both of you.

Wow! It is awesome that you are able to see that German and his actions are a sign. Most folks would have been bitter, but you have the ability to take things for what they are and not make them into what you want. I have and will continue to enjoy watching as you move through your journey. Thank you and German for sharing. Your relationship with German is evolving to the next level. May it be as enjoyable as the last!

@timvirginia6327

Жыл бұрын

If you didn’t see Craig‘s bitterness in the video you weren’t paying attention. He was so bitter he had to blame it all on German I noticed, German wasn’t as enthusiastic, German wasn’t there, German wasn’t that. In a nutshell it was all Germans fault.

@joewelnack3283

Жыл бұрын

Craig, I like your videos and am sure you are a good man, for a Floridian : - ). When I part ways with an employee, I tend to keep my own council. I quit watching at 7 minutes into the video. You should see a therapist.

@timvirginia6327

Жыл бұрын

@@joewelnack3283 Craig definitely needs therapy.

@stevegriffin1535

Жыл бұрын

@@timvirginia6327 I'd like to hear German's version. "Spiritual" - gag, give me a break.

@likecandypaint

Жыл бұрын

Craig is bitter he don’t wanna show on camera German stupid for living i Guarantee he won’t get a better job or have a better situation than he did with Craig

Craig, this was one of the most unique and interesting automotive YT videos I've ever seen, the level of transparency you have with us is fantastic. German is obviously a very good friend and mentor, someone that is more important than dollars and car deals. I'm glad you saw the signs and were able to process Germans need for a slower pace in life with care, love, and understanding. The relationship you two have is really what is missing in the world today, be it car sales or any other sales industry, valuing people over profit. Your success is based on the people you surround yourself with also being successful, there could be no better indicator that change is needed when you sense those around you are not happy anymore. You and German will find away to have fun together, perhaps even make money together again, keep that core value close Craig it's your meal ticket. Best of luck German and Godspeed !

I worked at a company for 11years. My boss turned into my best friend. We got into habit of not taking days off and a 12 hour day was going home early. All the money cost us our friendship. It wasn't worth it.

The advice he gave about compensation is wrong there is not balance of paying them as an asset. Pay them the most that you can that's fair and don't try to cap them. They will then not get cocky they will fight to keep that income coming in. This is what a lot of employers get wrong.

Happy for you both to be able to slow down some. Very inspiring!

out visiting in New England this week. stopped by your store. great little dealership. you are an amazing human being. continue to put one foot in front of the other. be blessed.

You are both amazing. Good luck to both of you. Craig I really enjoy your content. I quit by job in May. Burnout. Best thing I ever did just relaxing and fixing my head.

I know that I am going to miss German a lot, so I can only imagine how much you and German are going to miss each other! Much love to you and German, from Colorado!!

Ah, sad to see him go (I've been "seeing" the both of you every week for years now!). It has always been GREAT seeing the two of you talk about issues, but you both have always seemed sincere & honest! I can only wish him well and hope the best for you and Flying Wheels!!

Thank you for the video. Some of us really just needed to hear this 🙌

Fair well German!! May you have many blessings come your way. Craig I look forward to more content. Your channel is fantastic and your a great person. Keep your head up.

@timvirginia6327

Жыл бұрын

Yeah the part I like the most about Craigs channel is the way nothing is ever his fault. The blame always goes to somebody else. It’s not a great way to live your life. And what did Craig do in his farewell German video he blamed German for the whole thing. I noticed it a year ago. German wasn’t enthusiastic. German wasn’t excited. German wasn’t this. German wasn’t that. It’s all Germans fault.

@rockydigeorgio

Жыл бұрын

That the exactly the feeling I got from Craig.

@lovellmills7959

Жыл бұрын

@@timvirginia6327 He didn't blame German for anything, stop projecting 🤦‍🤦‍You don't know them, you weren't there. Stop replying too every single person's comment speaking highly of Craig and get a life. 🤦‍

@timvirginia6327

Жыл бұрын

@@lovellmills7959 It’s very unfortunate that you don’t know when to use the word “to” and the word “too.” It’s obvious you missed a whole lot in school and certainly did not learn common sense and good judgment. If you can’t see where Craig blamed German you’ve got to be brain dead. He started blaming German the minute he opened his mouth… it started a year ago…he wasn’t excited…he wasn’t enthusiastic…he this… he that. Enough already Craig, stop with the bullshit. He was depressed and disappointed and unenthusiastic because you rode him like a horse and completely destroyed his motivation. And then you come on here and you put on the sad face act well Germans not here anymore we’re the best of friends were this we’re that we’re the other thing. Craig just own the fact that you effed up in the way you treated and compensated German and expected him to be at your beckoning 24/7. The problem is you never own anything you do and then you have bozos like Lovell Mills who defend you and that stupidity makes you think you’re getting away with it. You are not.

Sorry to hear about the near perfect partnership that came to and end. I've followed the channel for a long time now but youll both be in a better place soon Because of this. I honestly think I'd fill that role you need perfectly but sadly I live in Wisconsin. I've sold cars of my own for years, and have been working at a small detail shop for 2.5 years now. I'm a 25 year old guy who's always had dreams of owning my own dealership and working with a mentor/leader like yourself would help us both I'd think. Whatever happens I wish the best for ya Greg.

This hit me on so many levels. No matter how you feel about this situation, I feel like this happened for a reason for you to touch me in a way no one has. I just had the love of my life leave me and kick me out of her life completely. This resonates with me on so many levels. It had to happen. It happened for me to realize so many things. It’s making me focus on myself and what important. You hit me hard with this Craig. Keep doing the right thing and keep pushing forward. Take everything as a sign. The universe will continue to show you what’s best for you. God bless you

Hey Craig love your videos. I am new to your channel. Can’t stop watching. Catching up on old ones to the newest ones. New Yorker (Long Island) now living in NJ.

I understand German's decision completely. And I am glad you have decided to also. Your work life balance will be better! Your mood will improve, your family will be happier, you will have a much better life! I worked in healthcare management for the past 12 years and the last year has been the worst in my 30 working years. Picking up slack for being understaffed, grouchy ass people all around. I can go on and on. It is exhausting and depressing. I was fired from my position a month ago and it was the best thing that happened to me. I am spiritual also and feel it was God's way of getting me out of there. I have a nice savings and am comfortable until I figure out what I want to do. I can tell you life is 100% better! Everything happens for a reason and everything works out the way it should. God bless!

@timvirginia6327

Жыл бұрын

Craig claiming that he’s spiritual is the biggest joke that he’s ever told on this channel. He isn’t the holy spirit, that’s for damn sure. He doesn’t know the meaning of spirituality because he’s too busy collecting things that don’t mean shit to anybody and he’s busy impressing people that he doesn’t know and who don’t care. I think it’s a disease

@creekhunter

Жыл бұрын

Healthcare is a brutal business and also the people who run it. Ungrateful SOB’s

THAT'S awesome that you got something from that. I still think you should do a series where you help people looking to become new car salespeople or you securely record new/used car dealers from around the country trying to screw you over.

Brotha you are going to kill it in the KZread lane just keep doing what gives your pure enjoyment

Really like both you guys. Burnout is a real problem- glad you both are slowing it down and taking some time to enjoy your lives.

german was the best . clearly always had nothing but positive vibes and a smile on his face . hope life treats him good for his new adventures .

I fully understand. I owned a successful business making really good money, but I was working 70 to 80 hours a week and finally came to the realization that all the money in the world means nothing if you don't have time to enjoy yourself and your family. I sold my business and was lucky enough to be able to retire comfortably. I'm happy for both of you and I'm sure that good things are ahead for you guys .

This is so good on you, Craig, for becoming great friends with German and being able to have that kind of conversation and relationship. I hope you can continue that relationship going forward.

Nothing but love to both of you guys.

I'm having a real tough time right now and I won't get into it but maybe this video is my sign that I need to make real change and enjoy my life more instead of stressing so much. Like German said it always works out!

Hope you find everything that you want in your life german this is your new chapter and though it might suck seeing you leave because I love when Craig shows of your different skills sometimes it is that time.

Good for both of you. God bless!

Didn't see that coming. Can't wait to see where this change takes you and your channel. Keep the videos coming!!!!!

When a person reaches this stage, that’s when you offer a partnership to pique his interest. He realized he’s building YOUR business and doing nothing for himself except for getting his bills covered. What life is that?

@blarghman332

Жыл бұрын

The way he talks about making sure employees aren’t “too happy” and making sure they know they’re replaceable is kind of telling. In my opinion at least.

@waynecote31

Жыл бұрын

Yeah exactly...

Classic case of burnout. When employees are in that state and you are detecting it....that is where your people skills come into play. Never under estimate the power of saying good job, having team building events, and more importantly reducing the workload by hiring an additional person. If you know he likes to do fun stuff, get 1 or two mustangs and let him have at it. Then he can have time to train the new person on the boring stuff as he transitions to eventually running the show in Danville and releasing the demand on you to do other fun stuff that interests you. All the while he should be given every opportunity to have a good work life balance as he works through the burnout. Invest in him as much as you want him to invest in you and you both will win. And employees should be paid a fair market wage for the responsibility you are asking of them. The enough but not too much is nonsensical. Even though pay was not at issue here, it was still an oddly nonsensical view point. As an owner you do need to keep an eye on the market rates of your employees to make sure you are keeping up with the competition that can easily pick off your employees one by one with better pay/benefits. Doesn't take much time. Just read through all the on line job listings in a 50 mile radius to gage the market rates of the work you are asking employees to do.

@timvirginia6327

Жыл бұрын

I hope you didn’t miss that he’s going to hire a manager now that the guy who should’ve been manager and maybe even part owner has escaped from his clutches. How twisted is that? That’s gratitude for you isn’t it?

@hamskyxxx

Жыл бұрын

Craig tried. There are episodes he gave German money to buy whatever he wanted to work on. Sometimes no matter how others try to motivate you, you just can't be bothered.

@timvirginia6327

Жыл бұрын

@@hamskyxxx pft

@bigbenrich

Жыл бұрын

@@timvirginia6327 You obviously have nothing better to do than shit on Craig. What a sad little life you must have.

@timvirginia6327

Жыл бұрын

@Martin I don’t think you should get taken in by that video that Craig posted about German leave it. The whole thing was an act. He was trying to figure out how to save face and look good when his actions lead to German just walking away. But that’s what Craig hast to do he hast to put a spin on everything and he has to always blame somebody else just like the way he blamed German you know all but wait a minute he did blame himself he said that he shot himself in the foot because he paid German too much money. Do you see what I’m saying? This is absolutely laughable, except that it’s not funny, it’s very sad.

Been watching your vids this past week as I’m back into the car market. This one here got me to sub. Love the content.

I commented on one of your videos about a corvette im thinking a red Z06 and you were asking what you should do with it keep it or sell it but you had said everytime you drive the car it made yo smile 😃 there is a point in our lives we need to pay more attention to the things that make us smile with all the issues,stress and craziness going on right now in this life you got to do what make you smile not just on your face but in your gut feeling. So im gonna say kudos to you for slowing down and paying attention to what ever makes you and yours HAPPY. You got one ticket one trip enjoy it because in an instant that ticket can get pulled and when it all flashes before you eyes it needs to make you smile

It sounds like German had a case of burnout -- make sure you don't do the same.

@muskokamike127

Жыл бұрын

Been there done that. Working 100 hrs a week will do that to you.

@davidr6865

Жыл бұрын

Life is short, just dumped my dream job because it was really messing with my mental and physical health. Crazy how stress ruins you.

Hi Craig, you only get one life, you have a great family. I retired early because I was like you money, money I was never satisfied always looking for more and more . I sat down one day and worked out how much money I needed to live on. I think you should do the same you will surprise yourself. We love you and German . That was a very brave video and will help other people . Fingers crossed for you. 🤞🇬🇧

My Father used to say “you’re burning the candle at both ends”. Took awhile but finally resonated.

Keep the videos coming, love to watch flying wheels.

MUCH RESPECT TO BOTH OF YOU!!

I'm considering a German move myself. I've been grinding myself to a hault and burning the candle on both ends and I'm just not motivated or enjoying anything anymore. Just barely going through the motions and emotions. I have saved enough to get by for a little while. So I am considering taking 6 to 12 months off to unwind and just see where the world leads me and see what options the world leads me to. Also I'm hopefully giving a kidney to my mom so I'll need.time to recover from all that. Good luck to everyone.

@matthewjensen8960

Жыл бұрын

Good luck buddy

@Kyle7K

Жыл бұрын

@@matthewjensen8960 thank you!

I love the aspect of reality in your videos. I myself do smog checks and sell cars on the side. This shows how business is universal and things like this happen. Keep up the good work man can’t wait to watch your new content.

You're a great man, Craig! Do you & you'll continue being blessed. Best Wishes!!

Congratulations 👏 Guys for understanding this life isn't about money. Happy trails German 👣, from a German lady 😀. I am currently making a career move myself and next week starting a new adventure. God's blessings to German family and Craig and family 👪 🙏 ❤️ peace be with you 🙏

Craig, Thanks for letting us know the story behind German moving on. It was good to hear that both of you have mutual respect for each other and just like you said...Ying/Yang pushing so both of you get the best out of life! If you see this comment German we all miss you but we want your life to be chill and aligned with your spiritual needs. Be blessed German and Craig.

@timvirginia6327

Жыл бұрын

That story Craig told us was a pile of hooey. I especially like the part where Craig blamed it all on German… His personality changed… He wasn’t upbeat anymore… He wasn’t enthusiastic anymore… He wasn’t pleasant anymore… In a nutshell it was all Germans fault. That’s kind of like when Craig takes advantage of a customer and the customer fights back have you ever noticed that the customer is always an SOB and Craig is the victim? Well here you go here it is again. It’s all Germans fault and poor Craig is the victim. lol

@SteveSmith-br3vu

Жыл бұрын

@@timvirginia6327 interesting synopsis.

@Olds_Gold

Жыл бұрын

@@timvirginia6327 I'm starting to figure this out. Actually I kind of figured it out right away but I was giving him the benefit of the doubt. But when he said that German quit because the opposite of not paying him enough. That was ridiculous and not taking any accountability and putting it all on somebody else

@johncollins9989

Жыл бұрын

​@@timvirginia6327 i thought that too. in the beginning he said he wasnt going to go into it the reason why German left and then halfway through it was because German didnt want to be there and he lost his passion and desire and just didnt want to work anymore.. when he was talking about the pay and how you cant over pay your employees because their work suffers and they think theyre basically irreplaceable.. he WAS talking about German because if he wasnt then why even bring it up or mention it?? lol the problem is Craig is a narcissist, you can tell he just gives that vibe.. everything is always someone else fault .. Craig says hes a spiritual person but hes seems like a phony person to me honestly.. German probably did leave because he needed to change and get away from the daily grind.. but Craig is so fake that he probably believes his own BS as to the real reason he left..

@M5snowhite

Жыл бұрын

Everybody is allways the "hero" in their story, if Craig was truly the AMAZING employer he believes himself to be, he wouldnt be going trough this. Employes who truly feel valued dont just walk away like this. Craig didnt get to the top with just a good guy persona, im sure theirs another side to him. That applies to all buisnesses big and small. Is the employee an asset or just a number. For example theres a reason a company like Costco have a high retension rate, even though retail has a high turnover rate.

I love German! I stopped at your shop last summer about this time on our way back from camping and you weren’t there but he was and we chatted for a while. Really cool to meet him and see the shop in person. Will miss him on your videos

Love it when you said it was a sign indirectly for you to slow down....yep agree 100%

Proper mad respect for the man who knows when to move on and has the balls to do it ! And your right 80 hrs a wk sucks as it will erode your life great vid

Sad but it’s for the best of you both… thanks German for the great work over the years and we pray 🙏🏽 everything goes well for you…

You both are going the right way God bless you and I'll keep watching

Wow, I'm sorry to see him go but we all have a path to walk and his path is changing. I hope you keep a spot for him if his path ever cross yours again. Best of luck and I hope you find what you're looking for.

God Bless you German. I wish the best for you and your family. Make everyday your best day. Take care. I repeat my comments for Craig and his family as well. Enjoy. 😊👍🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸

This speaks to your values and character on so many levels; love this video.

Craig. I follow you because your story in life and your buisness model is similar to mine. I just don’t run a you tube Chanel heavy like you. Your last two videos are spot on. Appreciate all you share and hope you get a refocus

Godspeed to you both. God always shows you the way. You both needed to Evolve.

Maybe the responsibility of the job just got to him. Thanks for being so transparent about the situation.

Craig you and German are great together. I can really relate to what German is feeling I’m going though a similar situation myself with my current employer. Whatever happens keep your friendship because good friends are hard to come by. Also, how much money is enough. That’s the million dollar question. I pray you find that life balance you and your family need to stay connected. Craig your an awesome guy and you content is great!! Peace and Blessings to you and family.

Happy space, Happy place. Congratulations to you finding your equilibrium as well!

Best of luck to you both. Focus on family and life. Do what makes you happy. I think you could do extremely well on focusing on just a few cars a month and do more in depth content from buy repairing and selling. The content revenue will make up for the rest. 👍

@timvirginia6327

Жыл бұрын

I have to hand it to Craig. He did a great job making sure that everybody who watch the video got the idea that it was all Germans fault. German was slipping. German wasn’t enthusiastic anymore. German wasn’t excited anymore. So much BS.

@WildDigger

Жыл бұрын

@@timvirginia6327 no not German's fault really. To me it says a man who lost his passion. That isn't a fault. German chose to leave he wasn't fired.

@andrewdugan6705

Жыл бұрын

I don't think he was making anything German's fault. He didn't say his work was shabby or anything like that. All he said was he could tell German wasn't himself.

Everyone needs to take a deep breath after a few years of going balls to the wall - never a bad thing. You never know when its your time to go and no one ever says "I wish I could've made more money" its always "I wish I would have spent more time with friends and family. I think its a great decision especially in your position

You guys are great. Looking forward to the future.💫🙂💫 Godspeed!🏎🚀

Craig, I love your ability to self reflect. Some people would see this as an opportunity to complain and stress out, and you saw an opportunity to make this situation work for you. Wishing you the best in everything you do.

Wow! So classy and thanks for sharing. Can't replace German, but totally understandable as we all get a little older and the kids get bigger and move out. Life changes and as long as you two are still friends that is all that really matters. My best advice now is just hire hard and manage easy. On a side note, maybe do a German's corner where once or twice a year you buy something fun just for the hell of it and enjoyment of the project to go along with the bread and butter vehicles.

Hey man, we’re only human. Take a little time and breathe in and out and just be thankful. Good luck to you both!

What a good video. German, enjoy the slow pace of life and relax. Craig, if I were in your area I would love to work with you but unfortunately I'm in the Buffalo NY area. Keep the videos coming.

Fantastic video. You shared a situation that many business owners experience. It's hard finding good employees, and when we do, we hope they stick around forever. However, them leaving is inevitable. Don't be surprised if he comes back though!

Great video

Slow down that's the key right on craig that's what I did leaving my franchise store I usto work for for 13yr no weekend 😢 now I have a small dealer and by appointment only and it's great. German will be mist but at the end of the day we need a friend like that to open our eyes.

German it has been a great Experience watching both of You work. You learn from Each other and complement Each other. Keep in touch. Together you have something Special. Thanks for all you do Craig. I think you are creating A new good road.

I love this channel and enjoyed meeting both German and Craig. Good things are going to happen to both of you, because your hard workers.👍👍👍

There's so much to disagree with there. Mainly, "you need to ensure that your employees feel they are replaceable". If you treat people that way, they're going to up and go because it says you don't truly value what they bring to your business. If someone is as important to your business as German clearly was to Flying Wheels, then you should reward them properly and make sure they know that they are valued. Maybe German didn't want the responsibility of running the shop, but clearly the business needs more staff and Craig has reacted too late imo.

@FlyingWheels

Жыл бұрын

Most of this is true

Thank you German. You have always been great and will be missed. Keep a handle on Craig he does need you if only as a sounding board but also as a true friend.

geez this video hit home my husband and I own a dealer/ repair and a uhaul dealer and when he speaks of being over worked, overpriced, no help this is an understatement literally life is passing us right by and we aren't taking the timeout to enjoy it, ourselves or our loved ones. Good luck to all that are out there trying to hang tough times are hard and life's too short.

Best to both of you. There's alot to be said for the slow lane.

When I first subscribed to your channel I thought it was because: “this guy is being transparent with numbers” But then you started building a lake house and I still kept watching cuz I thought: “hey he’s not boring he’s trying new stuff” And just when I thought I figured your channel out, now I’m watching cuz: “your showing us real human growth, worries, and honesty” Keep it up man, I’m in for the ride👍🏽

@FlyingWheels

Жыл бұрын

Love this comment. Thank you!

Hey Craig. I’ve enjoyed your videos and hope you continue. I checked the prior vid didn’t see the part where you said your business is failing. Seems you’ve been quite successful. Times are tough but hang in there.

@FlyingWheels

Жыл бұрын

Next video

@unclejoe6811

Жыл бұрын

Come on bro, these are the good times. Money is flowing in 18-24 months it will change...

@m_autoguy_cali8116

Жыл бұрын

@@unclejoe6811 money is flowing? Where?

@unclejoe6811

Жыл бұрын

@@m_autoguy_cali8116 like Craig I'm in the car business, I'm still selling most of what I buy within a week at full price.

@timvirginia6327

Жыл бұрын

Yeah times are really tough for Craig. He might have to sell his C8. Or maybe he might have to sell his new house at the vacation lake property. Wait, he could sell his fifth wheel RV, or his drift cars. Yeah I’m really bleeding for Craig because times really are tough.😂😂😂

Wish you well German in all your endeavors. Loved watching y’all work.

Appriciate the time u had with him and learn from it

My dude German 💪🏾wish you well

As a criminal investigator, when questioning a suspect, the more he professed his innocence, the more confident I was in his guilt. I was correct 95% of the time.

@msmarshall854

7 ай бұрын

the smart ones know not to talk at me..

@jstanovic

7 ай бұрын

Sounds like you are convinced by your stereotypes. As a Defense atty with 45+ years experience....I meet many who were convinced by their 1st impressions

Good luck and God Bless you both.

I appreciate your honesty!

I'm really gonna miss German he was a good guy and I know you are going to miss him also you'll made a good team but I'm glad that it wasn't no ill feeling with you'll love your you tube videos can't wait to see what's next..I miss you German....

Like the millions of people that haven’t gone back to work after the pandemic, once you step away and reflect, it’s a really easy decision.

@davidsopko9630

Жыл бұрын

Truth

Wow. Superb video Craig. Trust me when I say it was meant for me to see- thank you.....

Selling wholesale sucks. I buy too high and sell too low. Thankfully I built my business on KZread, and my dealership was only a means to an end. Running a dealership, and KZread takes a ton of time but it can be done. I'll be 100% debt free in about 5 years if I keep doing what I'm doing. 100% worth it.

@FlyingWheels

Жыл бұрын

Hard work pays off but i do both full time. Like 40+ hrs per week each. It takes a toll

@FlyingWheels

Жыл бұрын

Also, wholesale is tough

I feel like german was burnt out with too much work. He was definitely filling too many roles. He was the body man, paint man, prep man, detail guy, sales man, transporter, I'm sure a few more roles not mentioned, he did a little bit of everything. I dont see Craig paying him 30hr. So all that work to fill all those roles could put anyone one foot out the door. I hope Craig is giving him at least 50% of the shirts he sells with Germans image (after cost of initial investment of course).

@championcutz1885

Жыл бұрын

Facts i just said that crazy

@dyates6380

8 ай бұрын

He definitely did a LOT of the work. Good for him if he found something else or better. I have no idea what he was paid, as I'm sure you don't know either, but he sure deserved thirty an hour, and also I'm assuming health insurance was also included. Still, if he can find something better, I don't blame him for finding something with less labor intense work. You reach a certain point and your body and mind say ..... enough.

I know I'm going to miss German as I know you are he was a cool dude and very handy to have around Good luck German and whatever comes your way

No matter what Keep up with your friendship... tnx 4 telling us about G & good luck in the future

Gonna miss him in the videos, he's always seems like a great guy and really changed the dynamic of some videos

German was the slacker? Really? Craig, you’ve got a lot to learn about relationships. Even the most loyal friend, lover or employee will fade away when it is apparent they are subordinate. This explanation why he left is throughly one-sided. Naturally German was not there to speak for himself. Craig’s long winded “lube job” on what German means to him while simultaneously throwing him under the bus was nauseating. I subscribed so I could be making this comment. Frankly, right now I’m just thinking what a “tool” Craig is.