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Create a Powerful, Fully Integrated BDC
By now every auto dealer in the country has come to the realization that in order to stay competitive, they must expand their strategy in which they reach consumers. Unfortunately the path to developing a cohesive plan within existing teams is not on
Sep 9, 2014
Protect Yourself and Your Employees with Respiratory Protection
OSHA has instilled a variety of requirements for shops that have employees who wear respirators. This applies to any facility that conducts any spray coating operations including painting, priming, or rustproofing. To stay in compliance, make sure th
Sep 9, 2014
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Online Reputation Management Tips for Franchised and Independent Dealers
Online reviews level the playing field for dealerships both big and small. If you doubt the importance of reviews, consider these facts: The average online review is read by up to 25,000 people, with 88 percent of consumers trusting online reviews as
Sep 3, 2014
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Weekly Management Meetings for Company Growth
In every class we hold, some of the most valuable things managers realize they can do to increase sales are to solve some lingering problems, do a better job of training, or do some of the simple things they already know how to do, and keep meaning t
Sep 2, 2014
Are You Missing out on the Successor Right in Front of You?
“Loyd, thank you for coming to see me. Please sit down,” Mr. John Doe, the elderly but fit gentleman, offered as we settled into his office. Settling back into his chair, he continued. “My accountant attended one of your succession
Sep 2, 2014
6 ways to be a superstar at work
6 ways to be a superstar at work, according to Ragan. Remarkable employees spend significant time helping others succeed: their companies, employees, customers, vendors, suppliers, etc. But remarkable employees also help themselves succeed, both for
Aug 28, 2014
The State of Today’s Auto Economy: A Case for Cautious Optimism
If you had forgotten what it’s like to be living in a truly growing economy, welcome back. The housing market is getting back on its feet, jobs are being added to the tune of nearly 300,000 per month, and all of this is having a positive effect on
Aug 26, 2014
How to Disconnect from Work without Everyone Freaking Out
How to disconnect from work without everyone freaking out, according to Fast Company. Picture this. You’re on a beach in the middle of the Caribbean with no Internet access, no phone reception, and no text messages. You return from your vacation we
Aug 18, 2014
Prepping for a Post Dealer Reserve World
The CFPB is determined to eliminate dealer finance participation and wants the industry to move to a flat fee finance model. Opponents have been mostly focused on the potential financial impact to dealers and they have paid very little attention to t
Aug 18, 2014