EPISODES
Practical strategies for modern retail auto dealers
Powerbomb: Acres Of Diamonds w/ Fran Taylor
What would you do if you had to start all over? Today's powerbomb is directly applicable to today's circumstances. Many professionals are finding that they need to start over or reinvent themselves during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fran Taylor: Earn $200K Your First Year Selling Cars
Fran Taylor is the Godfather of creative car selling and prospecting. He joins Michael, but this time, they're talking about how to make $200,000/k per year your first year in the industry.
Wednesday Word: Motivate
Today's Wednesday Word is very timely as we are each faced with circumstances that will either propel us forward or bring us to a screeching halt. COVID-19 has leveled the playing field in many ways, especially because every person on the planet is impacted in some way or another.
Social Distancing Doesn't Mean Customer Distancing
Opportunity follows attention, and when times are tough, it can be more difficult to capture the attention of your ideal audience. In today's episode, we're going to explore 10 ways you can get creative, and capture attention when your customers need it most.
Powerbomb: How To Control Your Response To Crisis w/ Jeff Bounds
The most important thing you can do is control your thinking, your mindset, and where you focus your attention. During these unprecedented times, it's more vital than ever to control your response. Will you adapt and evolve or will you get stuck spinning your wheels? Luckily, there are so many solutions that you can implement that will help you experience growth.
Friday Fire: What Tim Storey Said
Tim Storey is an incredible motivation speaker who has helped thousands of people around the world discover their inner power. In today's Friday Fire, you'll hear something Tim said that can help you see straight and DOMINATE!
Jeff Bounds: What To Do During A Market Contraction
Jeff Bounds, Director of Automotive at Grant Cardone, shares timely and relevant insights about what your dealership should do during a market contraction. There are many unknowns when it comes to COVID-19, however, Jeff explains that there are specific actions that must be on your radar if you want to not only make it through but THRIVE on the other end.
Wednesday Word: Grit
Tough times have a unique way of helping us demonstrate our resilience, and today's Wednesday Word: GRIT.
3 Lessons That Will Help You Thrive In A Depressed Market
Turn uncertainty and panic into clarity and focus. In today's episode, Michael shares three lessons that he learned during the economic crash of 2008 that helped his company THRIVE, not just survive.
Powerbomb: Desperation vs. Inspiration w/ Tim Kintz
There are specific actions you can take that will help you dominate not only when things are good, but during times of crisis. Listen to Tim Kintz best advice for car dealers when they need to increase their activity levels.
5 Ways To Build Momentum During A Crisis
DPB Gang, I hope you're staying safe and that your attitude is optimistic. During times of uncertainty, panic can often set in. My goal today is to share some hope and spark some creativity to help you build momentum and stay active during these crazy times. Today I'm sharing 5 ways to keep the momentum going during a crisis. Stay well!
Tim Kintz: Closing And Negotiation With Purpose
The car buying process can be simple, friendly, and enjoyable. Author, Tim Kintz shares his best advice about how to close and negotiate car deals in a way that is better for your customer.
Wednesday Word: Altitude
This week we're digging in to what happens as a result. With mass panic being perpetuated by the media amidst the coronavirus outbreak, one thing is for certain. Many will contract while those with a positive attitude can reach new ALTITUDE through strategic expansion.
How To Failproof Your Dealership
There are a lot of questions about how to face uncertainty in the retail car industry. As countries work around the clock to contain and limit the spread of COVID-19, lockdowns are beginning to worry many dealers. In this episode, we talk about the importance of taking actions that will help fortify your dealership against uncertainty.
Powerbomb: How To Remove Customer Doubt
With the recent outbreak of the coronavirus, this episode couldn't be more timely. Customers are going to be spending more time at home, which will highlight their preferred way to shop for a vehicle.
Friday Fire: What Michael Jordan Said
Are you afraid of failure? Are you hesitant to try new things or execute on new ideas because you aren't sure how things will pan out? Perhaps you feel a lot of pressure from senior leaders or co-workers. Whatever the case may be, this quote from Michael Jordan will hopefully shift your paradigm and unleash the inner beast!
David Steinberg: Eliminate Customer Friction
In this episode, pay close attention to what you can do to streamline the car buying process, eliminate friction, and provide an exceptional customer experience.
Wednesday Word: Attitude
Having a positive attitude is essential to achieving success and enjoying life. Luckily, your attitude is a choice; it's within your control. The retail auto industry will take you through a range of emotions, both high and low. Having the right attitude will help you achieve accelerated success and leverage opportunities or get stuck in the status quo.
The Next BIG Marketing Strategy In 2020
The retail auto industry loves a good "buzz" topic in which to sink our teeth. That's why today's episode is all about the next BIG thing that will help you keep the attention of your target audience and dominate in 2020. You're going to be shocked at how INFRONT of your face this is!
Powerbomb: Does Your Process Match The Customer? w/ Xax Berry
As painful as it might be to hear, it's important to understand things from the customer's point of view as well as from your own. Sure, you need to sell vehicles, but does your process align with the different affinity programs that you're involved with?