“You could never know what it's like - Your blood like winter freezes just like ice - And there's a cold lonely light that shines from you - You'll wind up like the wreck you hide behind that mask you use.” For those of you not as familiar, these are the beginning lyrics to a song by Elton John called I’m Still Standing. We got knocked down hard over the last 6 months … [Read more...] about I’m Still Standing
Recruitment & Training
Four Ways to Rebuild your Dealership’s Culture Post-COVID-19
A recent report by McKinsey and Company entitled "Reimaging the office and work-life after COVID-19", found 80% of people reported enjoying working from home during the COVID pandemic. With so many companies deciding how, when, and whether they will bring their employees back to work, now is a great time to examine your dealership's culture and determine if your original store … [Read more...] about Four Ways to Rebuild your Dealership’s Culture Post-COVID-19
The Principles of Leadership and Self-Deception
There are many great resources that teach dealership owners and employees on how to run a dealership. There are even more amazing options on business fundamentals. The one that most influenced my experience as a manager both at a dealership and of DealerScience as a growing start-up is Leadership and Self Deception: Getting Out of the Box by the Arbinger Institute. … [Read more...] about The Principles of Leadership and Self-Deception
Be a PRO in Your Dealership
Webster's Dictionary defines a Professional as "a person engaged in a specified activity as one's main occupation rather than as a pastime." The world of Sales especially requires this desire because it takes time to build relationships, referrals, and longevity in the business. Throughout my career I've developed a discernment for people that just wanted a JOB versus those … [Read more...] about Be a PRO in Your Dealership
Conquering the Corona!
They are coming in scared. They are wearing gloves. They are wearing masks. For the first time in history, they aren’t stealing our pens! In fact, they are bringing in their own. We are all in similar situations. We are interacting with customers in a very different fashion than we are used to. The playing field has once again been leveled. We have a tremendous amount of common … [Read more...] about Conquering the Corona!