EPISODES

Practical strategies for modern retail auto dealers

Michael Cirillo Michael Cirillo

Powerbomb: You Can Evolve With The Business w/ Danny Blanchard

Evolution isn't something you should fear, it's something you should and must embrace. Over the last 30 years, Danny has experienced many shifts in the business which have caused him to grow -- the ultimate goal. Rather than being fearful of change, seek small ways to embrace it each day, week, and year.

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Michael Cirillo Michael Cirillo

#191: Establishing A Growth Culture As A New Leader w/ Danny Blanchard

 Danny Blanchard is no stranger to the retail car business. Since his start as a teenager, he has worked every position within the dealership from the lube pit to ownership. Today, Danny is the Dealer Principal and GM of two stores in Alberta Canada and shares his wisdom about creating a growth culture as a new leader.

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Michael Cirillo Michael Cirillo

Powerbomb: Lead Yourself Before You Lead Others w/ Dr. Nathan Mellor

 Leadership is much more than a title or rank. It is the embodiment of character traits, behaviors, and mindset to serve others and produce results. While an increase in pay may seem appealing, it's more important to acquire the skills and mindset necessary for leadership, which ultimately starts with your ability to lead and discipline yourself.

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Michael Cirillo Michael Cirillo

Powerbomb: Are You Replaceable? w/ Ari Meisel

For those stuck in job preservation mode, this sage wisdom about the difference between being replaceable and getting replaced will help you clarify where your mindset should be.

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Michael Cirillo Michael Cirillo

Ari-Meisel: The Art Of Doing Less

An unfortunate illness led Ari Meisel down a path of finding efficiencies in every day life. As a Best-selling author and executive coach, Ari teaches corporations how to spend more time doing less. Listen and take notes during this compelling and extremely practical episode of The Dealer Playbook Podcast.

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Michael Cirillo Michael Cirillo

#185: Learning From Rejection w/ Leo Quinn

In this episode of The Dealer Playbook podcast, Leo shares his compelling story about proactively seeking out 1000 rejections during the summer of 2019, including the lessons he's learned as a result. 

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Michael Cirillo Michael Cirillo

#184: How to Engage, Retain, and Grow Your Team w/ Ben Baker

What is the financial return on investment on happy employees? Ben Baker, founder of "Your Brand Marketing" shares the shocking value that happiness can bring to your dealership.  

He also shares the difference between managers and leaders, and the negative impact that high turnover is having on dealers all over the world. 

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