Diesel Mechanic Changing Careers

Summary

You Betcha Radio - Episode: Diesel Mechanic Changing Careers Release Date: December 2, 2024

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Introduction

In this episode of You Betcha Radio, hosts Myles (The You Betcha Guy), Ryan, Tyler, and Jerrod delve into the topic of career transitions, specifically focusing on Ryan’s upcoming role as a diesel mechanic for the Air Force as a civilian. The discussion is filled with humor, practical advice, and insightful banter that highlights the camaraderie among the hosts.

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1. Exploring a New Career Path: Diesel Mechanic for the Air Force

Timestamp: [00:00 - 00:33]

Ryan kicks off the conversation by sharing his plans to start a new career at the age of 30 as a diesel mechanic for the Air Force in a civilian capacity.

• Ryan: “Tips for starting a new job slash career. At 30, I'll be a diesel mechanic for the Air Force as a civilian.” [00:00]

Tyler and Dave engage with Ryan’s announcement, pondering the similarities and differences between civilian roles and active military positions.

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2. Understanding Military Perks for Civilians

Timestamp: [00:07 - 04:03]

The hosts discuss whether Ryan, as a civilian employee of the Air Force, would enjoy the same perks typically reserved for active military personnel.

• Dave: “My question is he get a lot of the same perks that the military gets without having to go through all the basic training? And that kind of sounds like a cheat code a little bit.” [00:09]

• Tyler: “I don't think he would get that because he wouldn't have a military card or anything.” [00:22]

The consensus is that civilian employees likely do not receive the same benefits, such as military discounts or access to base surplus stores, without official military identification.

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3. Practical Advice for Starting a New Career

Timestamp: [01:05 - 02:03]

Dave offers strategic advice for anyone embarking on a new career path, emphasizing the importance of setting realistic expectations and gradually increasing performance.

• Dave: “Set the bar low, like, but not too low to where, like, you're in danger of getting fired... sandbag for the first six months and then just really hit it hard.” [01:18]

Flops adds to the discussion, highlighting the potential repercussions of swiftly exceeding expectations.

• Flops: “You're not gonna be learning. Known as a quick learner, but, man, you're gonna be world class in six months.” [01:56]

The hosts humorously critique the strategy of underperforming initially to manage expectations, balancing practical advice with their signature Midwest humor.

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4. Building Relationships in a New Workplace

Timestamp: [02:18 - 03:19]

Tyler and Dave highlight the importance of finding a supportive colleague or "buddy" when starting a new job.

• Dave: “But you're not bad enough for them to fire you.” [02:03]

• Tyler: “New guys stick together.” [02:54]

The conversation underscores the value of workplace camaraderie and networking as essential elements for success and job satisfaction.

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5. Podcast Dynamics and Host Interactions

Timestamp: [03:03 - 05:18]

The episode transitions into a meta-discussion about the podcast itself, with Ryan mentioning new additions to the show and speculating on potential changes in the host lineup.

• Ryan: “Barb Dwyer. Dave and Flops are being added to the podcast. Which two members are get. Are getting cut and who stays?” [03:33]

The dialogue reveals the playful dynamics among the hosts, teasing about the involvement of their wives in future episodes and the prospect of reaching 3,000 patrons.

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6. Future Plans and Patreon Goals

Timestamp: [05:00 - 06:01]

Dave announces an upcoming milestone for the podcast, aiming to reach 3,000 patrons to trigger a special episode featuring their wives.

• Dave: “Guys, we are on the road to 3,000 patrons and once we hit 3,000 patrons, we are going to have our wives do an episode without us and it's probably going to be a disaster for us.” [05:00]

The hosts encourage listeners to support the podcast through Patreon, blending humor with a call to action.

• Tyler: “Pray for us.” [06:00]

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Conclusion

This episode of You Betcha Radio seamlessly blends practical career advice with the hosts' trademark humor and camaraderie. Through discussions ranging from navigating new job perks to building workplace relationships, Ryan’s journey serves as a relatable anchor for listeners contemplating their own career transitions. The lighthearted banter about the podcast's future adds an engaging layer, making the episode both informative and entertaining for a Midwest-centric audience.

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Notable Quotes

• Ryan: “At 30, I'll be a diesel mechanic for the Air Force as a civilian.” [00:00]
• Dave: “Set the bar low... sandbag for the first six months and then just really hit it hard.” [01:18]
• Tyler: “New guys stick together.” [02:54]
• Dave: “Guys, we are on the road to 3,000 patrons...” [05:00]
• Tyler: “Pray for us.” [06:00]

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Transcript

[Ryan]

Tips for starting a new job slash career. At 30, I'll be a diesel mechanic for the Air Force as a civilian.

[Tyler]

So he's starting that new job now at 30.

[Dave]

My question is he get a lot of the same perks that the military gets without having to go through all the basic training? And that kind of sounds like a cheat code a little bit.

[Tyler]

Military discounts dis.

[Dave]

Military.

[Tyler]

I don't think he would get that because he wouldn't have a military card or anything.

[Dave]

He's not technically in the military.

[Tyler]

Yeah.

[Flops]

What's his profession?

[Ryan]

Let me see.

[Tyler]

Diesel mechanic.

[Ryan]

Diesel mechanic for the Air Force is civilian.

[Flops]

That's a sick job as a civilian, you said?

[Ryan]

Yeah.

[Flops]

I wouldn't think you'd have to go into basic training. Could be.

[Dave]

No, that's not what I was asking.

[Tyler]

He was asking, like, if you get.

[Dave]

Perks, like, do you get perks for working for the military but not you're not actually in the military.

[Tyler]

Like, do you get to. Do you get to shop at the base surplus store or whatever they call it?

[Flops]

I doubt it. Because you need military ID for that.

[Tyler]

Yeah.

[Flops]

And you have to be in the military to have an. Have an id. That's what I understand. Anyway.

[Dave]

Advice for starting this.

[Ryan]

Yeah. Starting a new career.

[Tyler]

Advice for something none of us have done.

[Dave]

I would start. Well, no, it's just general. Start with the bare minimum.

[Tyler]

Yeah.

[Dave]

Set the bar low, like, but not too low to where, like, you're in danger of getting fired. Just like, don't. Even if you pick up on something quickly, don't pick up on it quickly. Kind of drag your feet a little bit. And then all of a sudden you are like comeback kid of the year. When all of a sudden you pop up and you're really good at something. So sandbag for the first six months and then just really hit it hard. And they're gonna be like, wow, this guy's clicking. Where you don't want to be the other way around. Where you start off all gung ho and then you get tired and you peter out. Set the bar low.

[Flops]

Yeah. You're not gonna be learning. Known as a quick learner, but, man, you're gonna be world class in six months.

[Dave]

Yeah. And like, perks the sandbagging. Then the boss is going to be like, well, I don't think he can handle that. So let's make this other guy do the work. And you get to get out of work as well. But you're not bad enough for them to fire you.

[Tyler]

You know, be a warm body like.

[Dave]

That'S why Tyler doesn't edit anything anymore.

[Tyler]

You know, don't need to. I edited like four videos for you this week.

[Flops]

Ricochet shot. Usually I get those, but that feels.

[Dave]

He was getting too comfortable over there, you know?

[Flops]

Yeah.

[Tyler]

This shit's beneath me now.

[Dave]

Yeah, I think also just find a buddy. Yeah, gotta find. Just locate the buddy right away.

[Tyler]

New guys stick together.

[Ryan]

Maybe I could be a car salesman.

[Dave]

Yeah.

[Tyler]

On a military.

[Dave]

By buddy, I mean plug.

[Tyler]

Immediately. Try to sell your boss drugs.

[Flops]

Let's throw it out there. Be like, yeah. Tired, Smelled some skunk or does anyone do that around here? Like, you just gotta play it cool, you guys. Am I. Yeah, buddies used to do that. Just play it cool.

[Ryan]

Be cool. Be cool.

[Dave]

I feel like you learn more from your college buddies than you did from your college degree.

[Flops]

For sure.

[Ryan]

School hard knocks.

[Dave]

Yeah, for sure.

[Flops]

I mean, copy paste the question into Google and geek quizlet answer like, that's what college half of it was, you.

[Ryan]

Know, I got AI. We'll do this one. Barb Dwyer. Dave and Flops are being added to the podcast. Which two members are get. Are getting cut and who stays?

[Flops]

I think Tyler and I are gone. That's just a given.

[Tyler]

Yeah, I think it's no brainer.

[Dave]

Yeah.

[Flops]

Yeah. Like, how are we supposed to compete with that? They get questions every week about them.

[Tyler]

Yeah.

[Flops]

You know, yeah.

[Tyler]

There's way more Dave and Flops questions than there are Tyler and Ryan questions.

[Dave]

Yeah, they never go, hey, tell me a Ryan story. Oh, yeah, Dave. I'm trying to think of a moment when Dave has helped anyone. He. See, Dave's a loner. So he's like a weird. He's a social loner. That makes sense.

[Tyler]

Yeah.

[Dave]

So like, likes going to the bar and drinking, but only for a certain amount of time. And then he wants to go home and sit in the living room with his dog while his dog eats a deer carcass in the living room. You know what I mean?

[Flops]

He doesn't want to be on anyone else's.

[Tyler]

I really don't. But I like the explanation's good.

[Dave]

Like he gets energized by being in a crowd until he does it and then he's gone.

[Flops]

Is he chit chatting with the guy sitting next to him? Okay. Okay.

[Dave]

Oh, yeah. Especially, I mean, you can't shut him up once he has a couple drinks, it's a quarter you can't get back.

[Flops]

I. Am I wrong for saying I love to sit at a bar next to Dave for like two or three hours?

[Ryan]

I don't think so no.

[Flops]

Like, am I reaching a little bit with that?

[Ryan]

No.

[Dave]

I mean, it just sounds like you kind of have a crush on him, but crush?

[Flops]

At this point of the podcast, who doesn't want to meet Dave?

[Tyler]

I mean, the patrons, all they do is ask about him.

[Dave]

No. Yeah, you, you, I. Everyone should meet Dave at some point. Guys, we are on the road to 3,000 patrons and once we hit 3,000 patrons, we are going to have our wives do an episode without us and it's probably going to be a disaster for us. But that is what we signed up for and you guys can help make it happen if you go sign [e-mail] you bet your radio or look us up on the App, get us 3,000. Our wives are probably going to roast us in that episode. So go check us out. Put us into the torture chamber.

[Tyler]

Pray for us.

[Dave]

Pray for us.