Tag: dealership management
Lead the pack: Why emotional intelligence is the key to automotive...
Emotional intelligence, also referred to as emotional quotient or simply EQ, is important in any workplace but especially comes in handy at a car...
Agile mindset: automotive leadership during disruptive times
The car dealership business demands flexibility of thought and action. We’ll use agility to describe the ability to see a potential problem as an...
4 growth strategies to expand your auto dealership
If your dealership has been firing on all cylinders and the bottom line is healthy, it's only natural to think about expansion. Yet, knowing...
5 ways to knock down silos and build bridges across dealership...
If there is one thing I have learned in my 20+ years working in auto dealerships, it is that an auto dealership, at the...
Understanding the psychology behind employee turnover and strategies to prevent it
Employee turnover is a significant challenge for dealership managers, as it can be costly and disruptive to overall operations. However, according to one Gallup...
Perfect the art of decision-making for dealership management success
Imagine it’s Monday morning. You walk into your dealership, the third cup of coffee in hand, mentally preparing for the week. Suddenly, you’re inundated...
Why creative problem solving is the secret ingredient to overcoming business...
One of the more pressing issues facing dealerships today is navigating the numerous challenges they face, including changing consumer behavior, new OEM agreements, rising competition, and...
How to build a culture of accountability in your dealership
Building a culture of accountability in any business is not easy, but it is critical for the success of teams, including those within dealerships....
Multi-point inspections: Bridging the gap between vehicle owners and technicians
The multi-point inspection process, which has been around for over 100 years, has one central purpose: to sell additional maintenance services. Period. Granted, there...
How to make car shopping more fun for your customers
Car shopping should be enjoyable, not intimidating. As a dealership owner, your job goes beyond simply selling a car. It includes providing helpful advice...