Are you struggling to find an ideal Automotive Service Manager who can operate both online and offline? Is it hard to figure out which manager will work best for you? Well, do not worry! Autopeople is here to help you. Having a manager with lots of experience is not enough! [...]
In car dealerships, everyone wants to get to the top. But becoming a leader isn't just about selling cars or managing a team. It's about a mix of skills and getting the right chances to grow.
In car dealerships, everyone wants to get to the top. But becoming a leader isn't just about selling cars or managing a team. It's about a mix of skills and getting the right chances to grow.
In car dealerships, everyone wants to get to the top. But becoming a leader isn't just about selling cars or managing a team. It's about a mix of skills and getting the right chances to grow.
In car dealerships, everyone wants to get to the top. But becoming a leader isn't just about selling cars or managing a team. It's about a mix of skills and getting the right chances to grow.
In car dealerships, everyone wants to get to the top. But becoming a leader isn't just about selling cars or managing a team. It's about a mix of skills and getting the right chances to grow.
In general, management and leadership are the same across the board. However, automotive sales and service are so unique that industry experience matters greatly. Anyone trying to bluff their way into a manager role or learn as they go will find themselves drowning in a sea of diverse departments and internal protocols.
Creating synergy between departments in an auto dealership can feel like a Herculean task. Each department must be able to stand on its own yet collaborate seamlessly with the other department. This is especially true of the body shop, and that's why this hire can be critical for your success. [...]
Bruce Daugherty has built an extensive career in the industry by working his way up in automotive sales and service business since 1981 to executive management, most recently serving as Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Sunroad Auto in San Diego. For the last 25 years, he managed in all three [...]
What goals have you set for your auto dealership this year? Chances are good that you won’t reach them unless you do one thing well. Your ability to reach your goals depends on having great sales managers that lead your sales teams. No other role is as essential for closing [...]
Successful dealerships do a lot of things right to be successful. Whether you’re coordinating inventory orders, expanding your service department, or initiating a new marketing campaign, your success depends on one thing: communication. Without effective communication processes in place, your business may struggle to survive. You could lose out on [...]
A skilled parts manager can make your dealership highly successful. Their contributions in managing parts inventory and serving as a liaison between your salespeople and customers are instrumental in generating revenue while keeping costs down. Even when supply chain issues or limited vehicle inventories deplete your projected sales, your service [...]
