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By carmcapriotto · Posted
Thank You To Our Partners The Institute, AutoFlow, AutoLeap, Shop Dog Marketing, In-Bound: In our episode today - Craig introduces listeners to a concept that has helped to shape his own journey, the concept of being “Supermedium.” This concept is related to fitness goals and how people often do not focus their goals on very specific objectives - which can lead to wasted effort and actually hinder you in many cases. The goal is to be strong enough—or said differently, have the right strength for a specific task. SUPERMEDIUM. There are a few references Craig brings into this conversation - one of which is from the book “Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life,” by Arnold Schwarzenegger. Craig quotes a statement that Arnold makes on the importance of coming into strength training with a clear goal - and ties this to coming into communication training with a clear goal as well. (Craig also highly recommends that book by Arnold via audio book.) The link is here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1HR5D9S?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_KKT0YM7XDFW30C7FNNXM&skipTwisterOG=1&bestFormat=true&newOGT=1 Just how does this apply to our communication goals? Craig often cites that “Toastmasters is his gym’ and that communication skills can atrophy just like any muscle in the body. Listen in to hear how him discuss some of his own fitness goals and overlays that with what he has seen as he journeys with others on their communication journey too. This episode will have you thinking about what it is you want to accomplish on your communication journey and should be encouraging for those who might feel a bit too self critical if they aren't achieving an ideal they have imagined. Watch Full Video Episode Join Our Virtual Toastmasters Club: https://remarkableresults.biz/toastmasters Today’s Word of the Day: Untenable Adj Something, such as a position, excuse, or situation, that is described as untenable cannot be defended against attack or criticism. Thank You To Our Partners The Institute, AutoFlow, AutoLeap, Shop Dog Marketing, In-Bound: The Institute at WeAreTheInstitute.com. "Stop stressing over your business, you deserve a good night's sleep. The Institute’s coaching helps you achieve success and financial peace. AutoFlow at AutoFlow.com. Your partner in technology, Autoflow consolidates your client interactions - before, during and after the visit to a single thread. Learn more at Autoflow.com AutoLeap at AutoLeap.com. Are you tired of juggling multiple tools to manage your auto repair shop? Say hello to the streamlined efficiency of AutoLeap, the #1 all-in-one Auto Repair Shop Management Software! Shop Dog Marketing at Shop Dog Marketing.com. "Want to see your auto repair shop thrive? Let Shop Dog Marketing be your guide. Our customer-first approach, combined with AI-driven creative content, ensures top rankings. In-Bound at CallInBound.com. Cover your communication needs and revolutionize your auto repair business with AI-driven call analytics from InBound. Contact Information Email Craig O'Neill: [email protected] Join Our Virtual Toastmasters Club: https://remarkableresults.biz/toastmasters 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/ Click to go to the Podcast on Remarkable Results Radio -
By carmcapriotto · Posted
The Weekly Blitz is brought to you by our friends over at Shop Marketing Pros. If you want to take your shop to the next level, you need great marketing. Shop Marketing Pros does top-tier marketing for top-tier shops. Click here to learn more about Top Tier Marketing by Shop Marketing Pros and schedule a demo: https://shopmarketingpros.com/chris/ Check out their podcast here: https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/ If you would like to join their private facebook group go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/autorepairmarketingmastermind The Weekly Blitz is brought to you by our friends over at Shop Marketing Pros. If you want to take your shop to the next level, you need great marketing. Shop Marketing Pros does top-tier marketing for top-tier shops. I’d like to give another shoutout to our sponsor, Shop Marketing Pros. They are the only marketing company I recommend, and they handle all of the marketing for my own shop as well. If you’re serious about growth, you need strategies that actually work: better websites, higher Google rankings, and ads that bring real customers through your doors. Visit ShopMarketingPros.com/chris to partner with a team that understands your business. Because every great shop deserves marketing that’s just as great. In this insightful podcast episode, Coach Chris Cotton delves into the evolving dynamics of auto repair shops by exploring the transition of technicians into service advisor roles. Initially harboring skepticism about this shift, Chris has become a strong advocate, recognizing the distinct advantages that technicians offer when they step into advisory positions. He emphasizes that their deep technical knowledge and adept problem-solving abilities can significantly enhance the customer experience. Chris underscores the critical role of comprehensive training and mentorship programs in equipping technicians with the necessary communication and interpersonal skills required for their new roles. He acknowledges common concerns, such as the potential depletion of technical talent on the shop floor and the financial implications of such transitions. However, he presents a compelling argument that elevating technicians to service advisor roles can lead to increased customer trust, improved shop efficiency, and ultimately, higher revenue. The episode, sponsored by Shop Marketing Pros, serves as a call to action for shop owners to prioritize the growth and development of their employees. By investing in their workforce, shop owners can cultivate a more knowledgeable and versatile team, capable of driving the business forward in a competitive market. Chris's insights provide a roadmap for successfully navigating this transition, ensuring that both the shop and its employees thrive. Introduction to the Episode (00:00:19) Changing Perspectives on Technicians as Advisors (00:01:30) The Role of Technicians in Service (00:02:53) Personal Experience with Technicians (00:03:53) Staffing Challenges in Auto Repair (00:06:10) Understanding the Service Advisor Role (00:08:31) Why Technicians Make Great Advisors (00:09:41) Concerns About Transitioning Technicians (00:12:05) Training and Support for Technicians (00:16:46) Business Case for Promoting Technicians (00:17:42) Future Planning for Service Advisors (00:18:50) Recap and Call to Action (00:19:56) Connect with Chris: [email protected] Phone: 940.400.1008 www.autoshopcoaching.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ AutoFixAutoShopCoachingYoutube: https://bit.ly/3ClX0ae #autofixautoshopcoaching #autofixbeautofixing #autoshopprofits #autoshopprofit #autoshopprofitsfirst #autoshopleadership #autoshopmanagement #autorepairshopcoaching #autorepairshopconsulting #autorepairshoptraining #autorepairshop #autorepair #serviceadvisor #serviceadvisorefficiency #autorepairshopmarketing #theweeklyblitz #autofix #shopmarketingpros #autofixautoshopcoachingbook Click to go to the Podcast on Remarkable Results Radio -
By carmcapriotto · Posted
Thanks to our Partners, NAPA TRACS, and Today's Class The "Great Correction" refers to a shift in the industry after a period of relative ease, likely due to pandemic related factors. The key concerns include a decrease in online searches for auto repair, rising costs, increased competition from dealerships, labor shortages, rapid advancements in technology (EVs, ADAS, AI), and the need to explore new revenue opportunities like key services, ADAS calibration, tires, and truck repairs. These issues suggest that the strategies that worked in the past may no longer be effective. Ryan Daily, Business Coach, The Institute Wayne Marshall, Business Coach, The Institute Fred Hule II, Business Coach, The Institute Show Notes Watch Full Video Episode Introduction of Guests (00:00:00) Market Challenges (00:02:14) Customer Education Importance (00:04:01) Effective Communication (00:05:16) Listening to Customers (00:06:49) Value of Language in Services (00:08:34) Customer Trust and Attrition (00:09:21) New Car Sales Impact (00:10:20) Facility Appeal (00:12:26) Investing in Facilities (00:14:09) Profitability Challenges (00:15:17) Mindset Shift in Shop Owners (00:16:16) Value Proposition Discussion (00:17:21) Continuous Improvement in Service (00:18:03) Understanding Profit Targets (00:18:49) Shop Management Systems (00:19:51) Training Service Advisors (00:21:06). Proper Vehicle Inspections (00:22:01) Communication with Customers (00:28:15) Follow Up Strategies (00:29:45) Educating Customers on Maintenance (00:32:15) Company Culture and Staff Engagement (00:34:02) Understanding Expectations (00:35:59) Customer Engagement (00:36:55) Cultural Impact (00:37:36) Continuous Education (00:39:30) Investment in Staff (00:40:36) Onboarding Process (00:42:33) Industry Transformation (00:44:38) Adapting to Change (00:46:31) Thanks to our Partner, NAPA TRACS 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/ 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! 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 -
By marxautocenter · Posted
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By Freestate Auto and Truck · Posted
We use Autovitals & RO Writer & just did the update last week to RO 3.1 and had no issues. Your Carfax will stop working soon and you will continue to get error messages if you don't do the update. RO Writers next update will be cloud based thankfully! Since the two systems communicate and both keep time, I personally would perform the latest RO update, then schedule a call with Steve from Autovitals or whichever tech support specialist is available to obtain the reports that you are looking for. We track different metrics and I'm not sure how your system is set up, but I can tell you that Autovitals is able to run more reports on the back end than I personally imagined and those reports can be exported to excel, which can analyze the data and key metrics to give you the data that you are looking for . I highly recommend a training session with them because the data that you are looking for is likely already available on the back end! RO Writers new portal is a great resource as well. Good luck! -
By carmcapriotto · Posted
Thanks to our partners, NAPA TRACS and Promotive Welcome to another episode of Business by the Numbers, hosted by Hunt Demarest, CPA, with Paar Melis & Associates. This week, we're diving into the pros and cons of leasing versus buying vehicles and equipment, covering critical tax implications and cash flow considerations. Whether you're eyeing a new luxury SUV or financing essential shop equipment, this episode breaks down the factors that influence your financial decisions. Key Points: Leasing vs. Buying: Understand the key differences, from cash flow management to tax deductions, when deciding whether to lease or purchase vehicles or equipment. Tax Implications: Learn how vehicle weight (like the 6,000-pound gross vehicle weight rule) affects first-year deductions. Leasing Equipment: Discover why leases dominate the automotive equipment industry and how they’re treated for tax purposes. Cash Flow Management: Explore how financing options impact cash flow, both short and long-term. Real-Life Scenarios: Gain insights from real-world examples, like a $3,000 savings on a BMW purchase using dealership financing incentives. Thanks to our partners, NAPA TRACS and Promotive Thanks to our partner, NAPA TRACS Did you know that NAPA TRACS has onsite training plus six days a week support? It all starts when a local representative meets with you to learn about your business and how you run it. After all, it's your shop, so it's your choice. Let us prove to you that Tracs is the single best shop management system in the business. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at NAPATRACS.com Thanks to our partner, Promotive 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. Paar Melis and Associates – Accountants Specializing in Automotive Repair Visit us Online: www.paarmelis.com Email Hunt: [email protected] Download a Copy of My Books Here: Wrenches to Write-Offs Your Perfect Shop The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/ Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto https://remarkableresults.biz/ Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/ Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/ The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/ The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/ Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/ Click to go to the Podcast on Remarkable Results Radio -
By marxautocenter · Posted
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By Freestate Auto and Truck · Posted
What version of RO Writer do you have? Have you created a support ticket on the portal and asked tech support to direct you on how to run the reports?
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