THE AUTOPEOPLE REPORT | June 2022

How to Spot a Great Body Shop Manager for Your Auto Dealership

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.

Finding a manager for your body shop is relatively easy, but you shouldn’t accept anybody just to have somebody in the position. Having a great body shop manager will push your auto dealership to the next level.

What should you look for – and how can you ensure retention?

Partner Spotlight: Bruce Daugherty, Bruce Daugherty Consulting

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. Read More

Communication is Vital to Successful Dealerships

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. Read More

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