Episode 80 – Running a shop while running for Mayor
Mike Charewicz is the owner of Accurate Auto Clinic in Des Plaines, IL, and when it comes to getting involved in politics, he’s literally all-in. ASA members are no strangers to political activism, and in this episode, Mike talks about his candidacy for Mayor of Des Plaines and how running a repair shop has prepared him for the job. Listen in as he discusses:
· How he started young in the industry and made the transition into working on today’s high-tech vehicles.
· Why he’s running for Mayor of Des Plaines, IL.
· Giving back to his community to make sure it keeps growing.
· How he got into politics a decade ago.
· Balancing running a business with running a city.
· Campaigning in the age of COVID and current political climate.
· Why customer service skills helped prepare him for the challenge.
· His work outside the business with the local community college.
· Offering internships to young technicians to help fill his talent needs.
· The value his ASA membership has brought to his business and his life.