You, that’s right… you! Great business owners always have their focus on their team members. Are they happy? Are they doing what they should be doing? What new employees do I […]

Training doesn’t stop after a new hire’s first week. If you want a team that’s not just good but great, ongoing training is a must. That’s what I want to […]

When you open your shop, it may mean working 7 days a week, but I bet that’s not your long-term dream. I bet you want to have a business where […]

It’s easy to just think and talk about what needs to be done … the need to fix things that aren’t great at your shop … a team member who […]

  An element of that is networking, which has become one of the most essential skills for any shop owner. Building connections can have a transformative impact on your business. […]

TRUST…it’s a word that is key for any business owner to have with their team, vendors, neighbors, customers and, themselves. In the dictionary, references of ‘safe and reliable’ keep popping […]

Congrats! You just hired a top-notch tech! But not so fast. Now your job is to keep that great tech. There are lots of opportunities for a tech who is […]

Let’s face it. Change will happen. It’s a constant in business and life. It’s often driven by technological advancements, shifting customer preferences, or economic ups and downs. For small [...]

Whether you think about this every day or not, your auto repair shop is an essential service in your community. To one customer that could mean…  Check out the entire […]

I talk to shop owners every day. Marketing, shop culture and how to position your business are key to a successful business. I’ve talked about…. Check out the entire column […]