The Power of Right Example
On this week's episode of Hard Truths with Dave Anderson we talk about the power of right example. Everybody is already leading by example, but the question is what example are you leading by? People will listen to what you say but they are...
The Truth About Buy-In
You can't force the customer to buy into you. On today's episode of Hard Truths, Dave Anderson explains why the customer has to buy into you before they can commit to the sale.
The Power of Positive Reinforcement
If one of your employees does something good that you want to see more of, you have to let them know about it. On today's episode of Hard Truths, Dave Anderson talks about the power of positive reinforcement.
Accountability and What It Is Worth to Your Business
Your culture, what’s that worth? Team morale, momentum, your brand, the customer experience, the team member experience, your own credibility as a leader. You will lose the respect of the best when you don’t deal effectively with the worst. Accountability.
On this episode of Hard...
Don’t Take the Bait
Nobody can offend you without your consent. If anybody says or does anything to try and get under your skin, don't give in. On today's episode of Hard Truths, Dave Anderson talks about how being offended and taking the bait can distract you from...
Getting (and Staying) in the Zone
We all have a "zone" in the workplace, a temporary state of heightened focus that enables peak performance. On this week's episode of Hard Truths, Dave Anderson talks about getting in the zone and staying there.
The Four Types of Performance Mindsets
On this week's episode of The Hard Truths with Dave Anderson, Dave elaborates on the 4 types of performance mindsets. Most often people are a blend of all 4, depending on various factors, but one will usually dominate your daily performance. Dave suggests once...
Toxic Achievers
On today's episode of Hard Truths, Dave Anderson goes over the types of "toxic achievers" that you may have in your staff and holding your staff accountable by redefining expectations.
Being An Unconditional Performer
Many people can have a good day after a good night's sleep or if they're feeling 100 percent. That's called being a "conditional performer." On this week's episode of Hard Truths, Dave Anderson talks about being an "unconditional performer," meaning that you can bring...
Redeeming Your Time
Many managers waste way too much time, judging their progress on how many hours they've worked. It's not the hours you put in that make you effective, it's what you put in those hours. On this week's episode of Hard Truths, Dave Anderson talks...
Combating Rising Interest Rates, Managing Vehicle Inventory, and Reducing Your Margin Compression – Brian...
Every dealer knows that as your vehicle assets depreciate, your profit margins begin to shrink. The two major causes of inventory depreciation? Age and...
Four Automotive Research Reports You Should Be Reading For 2019
It is no secret that there is a substantial amount of market information out there, especially concerning the automotive industry. There is always a...
Your Dealership Could Sell More Cars During Tax Season Than You Would Imagine
Let’s face it: taxes are rarely anyone’s favorite topic. Few people look to tax season with anticipation, with the exception of accountants… and dealerships? That’s...
Use The Theory of 5 to Promote Success in Your Dealership – Chris Saraceno,...
Every dealership is only as strong as their leader and being a good leader means positively adapting to a changing work environment. On today’s...
Why Building Diversity in Your Leadership Rolls is Important
Diversity in the workplace can be a contentious word. Many interpret the directive to mean that a variety of external likenesses need to be...
Updating your “Why Buy Here” Proposition
On this week's episode of On the Mark, Mark Tewart tells you what you can do to update your "Why Buy Here" proposition.
Focusing Less on Conversions and More on Outcomes
On today's episode of Auto Marketing Now, Brian Pasch challenges dealers to focus less on conversions and more on outcomes.
Proven Menu Selling Techniques
On today's episode of F&I Today, Becky Chernek discusses how over-complicated menu selling can be detrimental to your success, and how being consistent and...
Selling in the Service Drive
On this week's episode of Straight Talk, David Lewis tells you how you can sell more vehicles by selling to customers who dropped off...
