October 2021

It Makes No Sense To Ignore the Percents

It Makes No Sense To Ignore the Percents

by on October 27, 2021

What a great feeling it is to have the highest topline sales year we’ve ever had! The success should make us reflect to acknowledge what got us here. Being fully staffed, training for service advisors that got around customers’ “No’s,” cutting discounts in half, and other tactics are some of what made this happen. Of…

We Must Treat Others Better

We Must Treat Others Better

by on October 20, 2021

‘Isms come in many forms: racism, ageism, sexism — all communicating bias or discrimination to the group of people each ‘ism targets. I am sharing an example of racism and discrimination I witnessed. Situation Observed A manager huffed and puffed upon hearing the name of a customer while an associate was confirming a reservation over…

Why You Need To Charge for Shop Supplies

Why You Need To Charge for Shop Supplies

by on October 13, 2021

There is a very long list of items an automotive repair shop includes in the category of shop supplies. For example, Acetylene, Protective Materials, Gasket Materials, Bench Lubricants, Special Adhesive, Chassis Grease, Gasket Sealer Comp., Gloves, Bearing Grease, Wheel Weights, Drill Bits, Sandpaper, Welding Rods, Minor Hardware (bolts, washers, etc.), Lubricant Paste, Wiping Cloths, Glass…

What Is Your Money Thermostat Set For?

What Is Your Money Thermostat Set For?

by on October 5, 2021

During a recent trip to Dallas, Texas, I was a hot coach. I touched down at 10am and it was already 95 degrees! My first order of business was to get to my room to cool down. Upon arrival, I sadly discovered that the AC was off! I turned it on and set the thermostat to…