EPISODES

Practical strategies for modern retail auto dealers

Michael Cirillo Michael Cirillo

Wednesday Word: Discipline

The biggest difference between those that succeed and those that remain still is the topic of today's Wednesday Word. When you look at GOAT athletes like Michael Jordan or Wayne Gretzky, they tend to have one thing in common - discipline.

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Michael Cirillo Michael Cirillo

What Now?

In today's episode, Michael shares his ideas about what dealerships should be doing now; where they should focus their marketing attention, and what makes sense now that dealerships around the world are opening their sales departments post COVID.

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Michael Cirillo Michael Cirillo

Wednesday Word: Freedom

If you've been struggling to recognize the abundance in opportunities during this global pandemic, it's time to start thinking in terms of freedom. Will you be affected by it, or will you adjust your actions to deflect "a particular undesirable thing continually?" 

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Powerbomb: What Can You Do During A Lockdown w/ Greg Churchill

There's no doubt that COVID-19 has had a tremendous impact on retail dealers' ability to sell vehicles. Having said that, there are still activities with which you can engage in order to keep potential and current customers engaged, and fortify the relationship. That's the approach that Greg Churchill is taking at his three dealerships, among other things. 

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What Martin Luther King Jr. Said

In today's Friday Fire, Michael shares an inspirational quote from Martin Luther King Jr. which accurately depicts how much control you maintain if you're able to shift your perspective.

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Greg Churchill: How This Dealer Principal Is Remaining Positive During Covid-19

Greg Churchill has the unique vantage point of operating dealerships in the United States and Canada. Three different regions, with three different regulatory responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. With magnetizing positivity and optimism, Greg shares his wisdom and perspective about what his operation is doing to adapt, evolve and innovate during the downtime. 

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Wednesday Word: Advantage

What is your dealership doing to gain an advantage during times of uncertainty? Sure, COVID-19 rocked our industry, but there are still actions you can take each day to ensure that your rebound is strong and innovative. Defined as "a condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position," the word advantage perfectly explains the opportunity that today's scenario has provided each of us in the car industry.

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Friday Fire: What Bob Iger Said

In today's Friday Fire episode, Michael Cirillo shares a quote that is especially applicable to retail auto dealers during the uncertain market condions related to COVID-19.

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Robert Wiesman: Pandemic Predictions And What Car Dealers Can Do Now

For all of the OG Dealer Playbook listeners, today's guest is a blast from the past. Former co-host, producer, and one of my best friends, Robert Wiesman (formerly "Your Hyundai Guy"), joins the show to talk about everything going on around COVID-19 and what dealers can do from a content marketing perspective to stay ahead of the curve. 

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Wednesday Word: Vision

In today's uncertain economy, it's more important than ever to be able to think clearly; to pause when needed to make sure that you can leverage your wisdom. The wisdom you have gained from experience; past downturns in the market can help you formulate the precise actions you must take to not only get through today's challenges but thrive on the other side.

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You Can STILL Win Business

Are you feeling stressed because you're not quite sure how to promote your dealership during these crazy times? The DPB community has been pouring over their quesitons, and it today's episode Michael Cirillo shares three steps you can take to attract, engage, and convert vehicle buyers at lightning speed.

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Friday Fire: Fear Shrinks Your Brain

In this episode of Friday Fire, Michael reads excerpts from an article written by Carolyn Centeno Milton titled, "Fear Shrinks Your Brain and Makes You Less Creative."

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Wednesday Word: Master

Ever heard the saying, "Never waste a good recession?" - In today's Wednesday Word David Bradley and Michael Cirillo deconstruct the mean and application of the word MASTER and how it can help you make the most out of the market as we know it today.

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