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If you’re running a small automotive business, doing a year-end review gives you an accurate picture of your performance over the past twelve months. The information you collect gives you the opportunity to create a tangible action plan for growth as you enter 2025. While this may seem like a daunting task, it is actually a helpful tool that will set your business up for long-term success. This blog post will help you conduct an effective yearly review so your automotive business can thrive next year. Why a Year-End Review is Critical A yearly review is essential for several reasons: You collect data to identify positive and negative patterns within your finances. You have an accurate depiction of your yearly growth. You have the opportunity to reconcile accounts and address discrepancies as needed. The financial data you retrieve from your review is the key to setting realistic and achievable goals for the future. Therefore, conduct your year-end review prior to setting your new goals for 2025. How to Conduct Your Year-End Review Now that you understand why your review is critical, it’s time to get to work. This process should take approximately two hours to complete. Since you’re a busy business owner, it helps to schedule your review on the calendar and treat it like a shop appointment. You wouldn’t cancel on a customer, so don’t cancel on your review appointment. Settle down in a quiet space, turn off your notifications, and dive head-first into your financial records. For a full list of documents to review, check out this blog post, and be sure to download our free End-of-Year Checklist. Here are questions to reflect on as you go: What were your financial goals for your business at the beginning of the year? Consider the state of your business at the beginning of the year. Recall your goals and compare them to your 2024 financial data. Did you meet your financial goals for the year? Evaluate your progress toward said goals. Did you meet them, exceed them, or fall short? Identify why you did or did not achieve your goals this year and reflect on financial data to create a profitable plan moving forward. What went well this year? What could have been improved? Numbers don’t lie, which is why it’s important to be informed of your business’s yearly performance. They are a concrete indicator of what went well and what could have been better. Create a list for each so you can continue the positive patterns and make improvements as needed. You’ve completed your review. Now what? Take a deep breath, pat yourself on the back, and celebrate the completion of another year as an entrepreneur. Now that you understand your yearly progress, it’s time to set new goals and tackle them intentionally and strategically. Remember: It’s okay if the past year did not go according to plan. The data from your year-end review will help you stay on track and succeed over the next twelve months. -
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Thanks to our Partners, NAPA TRACS, Auto-Fix Auto Shop Coaching, and Today's Class Partnering with a recruiter isn’t just about filling a position—it’s about building a team that drives your business forward. In this episode, Kelly Cavanaugh, VP of Recruiting at Promotive, Brian Burris, Account Manager at Promotive, and Matt Fanslow, Shop Manager and Diagnostician at Riverside Automotive, share expert insights on attracting and retaining top talent in the automotive industry. Gain valuable perspectives from both a recruitment company and the shop level, offering a well-rounded view on hiring strategies, retention, and building successful teams. Dive into critical topics shaping the industry, including: Recruiting Strategies to attract top talent Retention Techniques to keep employees engaged Overcoming Ghosting in today’s hiring landscape Resume Building tips for technicians Cultural Fit and why it matters in building strong teams Kelly Cavanaugh, VP of Recruiting, Promotive Brian Burris, Account Manager, Promotive Matt Fanslow, lead diagnostician and shop manager, Riverside Automotive, Red Wing, MN. Matt’s previous episodes HERE Matt Fanslow Podcast: Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z Show Notes Watch Full Video Episode It’s time to hire a superstar for your business; what a grind you have in front of you. Introducing Promotive, a full-service staffing solution for your shop. Promotive has over 40 years of recruiting and automotive experience. If you need qualified technicians and service advisors and want to offload the heavy lifting, visit www.gopromotive.com. 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Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at http://napatracs.com/ Thanks to our Partner, Auto-Fix Auto Shop Coaching Proven Auto Shop Coaching with Results. Over 61 Million in ROI with an Average ROI of 9x. Find Coach Chris Cotton at AutoFix Auto Shop Coaching on the Web at https://autoshopcoaching.com/ Thanks to our Partner, Today's Class Optimize training with Today's Class: In just 5 minutes daily, boost knowledge retention and improve team performance. Find Today's Class on the web at https://www.todaysclass.com/ Connect with the Podcast: -The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com -Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RemarkableResultsRadioPodcast/ -Join Our Private Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1734687266778976 -Join Our Virtual Toastmasters Club: https://remarkableresults.biz/toastmasters -Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/carmcapriotto -Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmcapriotto/ -Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/remarkableresultsradiopodcast/ -Follow on X: https://twitter.com/RResultsBiz -Visit the Website: https://remarkableresults.biz/ -Join our Insider List: https://remarkableresults.biz/insider -All books mentioned on our podcasts: https://remarkableresults.biz/books -Our Classroom page for personal or team learning: https://remarkableresults.biz/classroom -Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/carm -Special episode collections: https://remarkableresults.biz/collections The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/ Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/ Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life. https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/ Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/ The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/ The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/ Speak Up! 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Thanks to our Partners, AAPEX, NAPA TRACS, and Automotive Management Network Recorded live at AAPEX 2024, this episode highlights the launch of MEMA's Tech Training Hub, a centralized platform for training resources, underscoring the industry's commitment to innovation, trust, and professional development. This episode is packed with updates on upcoming industry events, the significance of continuous education, and the entrepreneurial spirit driving the aftermarket industry forward. Paul McCarthy, President of MEMA, Aftermarket Suppliers. Find Paul’s other episodes HERE. Chris Gardner, Senior Vice President, Programs & Technology, MEMA, Aftermarket Suppliers Show Notes Watch Full Video Episode Right to Repair Progress (00:02:05) Technology in the Automotive Industry (00:05:35) Upcoming Institute Summit (00:06:29) https://www.wearetheinstitute.com/summit Rapid Technological Changes (00:07:41) Entrepreneurial Spirit in the Industry (00:09:23) Commitment to Repair All Vehicles (00:10:31) Tech Training Hub Launch (00:11:33) https://www.mema.org/tech-training-hub Training Portal Details (00:15:18) Manufacturer Collaboration (00:16:45) Training Opportunities in the Industry (00:18:21) Growth of Training Professionals (00:19:48) Challenges of New Technologies (00:20:04) Building Consumer Trust (00:21:05) The Importance of Education (00:22:45) Embracing Industry Changes (00:23:28) Electric Vehicle Trends (00:24:01) Future Opportunities in Aftermarket (00:24:50) Consumer Awareness of EV Technology (00:26:33) Importance of Attending AAPEX (00:27:30) https://www.aapexshow.com/ Thanks to our Partners, AAPEX, NAPA TRACS, and Automotive Management Network Set your sights on Las Vegas in 2025. Mark your calendar now … November 4th-6th, 2025. AAPEX - Now more than ever. https://www.aapexshow.com/ NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at http://napatracs.com/ Get ready to grow your business with the Automotive Management Network: Find on the Web at http://AftermarketManagementNetwork.com for information that can help you move your business ahead and for the free and informative http://LaborRateTracker.com Connect with the Podcast: -The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com -Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RemarkableResultsRadioPodcast/ -Join Our Private Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1734687266778976 -Join Our Virtual Toastmasters Club: https://remarkableresults.biz/toastmasters -Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/carmcapriotto -Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmcapriotto/ -Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/remarkableresultsradiopodcast/ -Follow on X: https://twitter.com/RResultsBiz -Visit the Website: https://remarkableresults.biz/ -Join our Insider List: https://remarkableresults.biz/insider -All books mentioned on our podcasts: https://remarkableresults.biz/books -Our Classroom page for personal or team learning: https://remarkableresults.biz/classroom -Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/carm -Special episode collections: https://remarkableresults.biz/collections The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/ Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/ Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life. https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/ Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/ The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/ The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/ Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size. https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/ Click to go to the Podcast on Remarkable Results Radio -
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