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Managing stress and burnout in the fast-paced retail automotive industry

Joseph Iyanu - April 18, 2024

The automotive retail industry is a dynamic and ever-evolving sector that poses unique challenges for its professionals. From continuous customer interactions to meeting sales goals and juggling time pressures, the...

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Jonathan Dawson shares his insights into the core principles that help entrepreneurs drive business success in a challenging environment.

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In an era where change is the only constant, Jonathan Dawson's latest episode of Mind Your Own Business offers a masterclass on leadership resilience and strategic foresight. As businesses navigate economic turbulence...

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Learn how Gubagoo has mastered the art of streamlining your dealership's sales processes by focusing on deals instead of leads.

Why you should work deals, not leads

Victoria Lieber - January 31, 2024

Conventionally, a vehicle sale kicks off with a lead, which ideally transitions into a deal. This may seem straightforward, but in reality, it's far from it. The pursuit of most...

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Dealers have dealt with inefficiencies in their sales process for years, including bottlenecks in the sales department and changing consumer behaviors.

Utilizing technology to reduce pain points in your dealership’s sales process — Joe St. John | AutoFi

CBT News - January 18, 2024

For years, dealers have dealt with inefficiencies in their sales process, including bottlenecks in the sales department, consumer expectations, and information overload. Our guest today knows these problems all too...

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Tips to building a lasting culture at your car dealership

Steve Mitchell - January 15, 2024

Your dealership's culture is one of the essential factors in determining how successful it will be. Culture is the experiences, expectations, philosophy, and corporate values that are the foundation on...

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Video marketing strategies that convert leads into sales

Steve Mitchell - January 12, 2024

The key to success is converting leads into sales for automotive dealerships. And video marketing is one of the most effective ways to do just that. According to a Vidyard study, prospects...

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After years of development, with early adopters achieving higher than expected results, AutoFi is launching its new showroom solutions to dealers nationwide.

AutoFi’s platform expansion delivers overwhelming results with Deal Time Reduced by 70%

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SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (January 8, 2024)—AutoFi Inc. the leading provider of sales and finance technology across the automotive industry, has expanded its platform into the showroom to solve issues dealers...

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There are some easy ways to both be sure current staff is well versed in compliance and that your new hires are too.

F&I checklist and tips for better compliance

Kristine Cain - December 27, 2023

Every F&I manager has that thing that’s a perpetual thorn in their side. That thorn is compliance. It’s probably unfair to describe compliance so negatively but it becomes tedious when there...

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By translating customer feedback into actionable knowledge, dealerships can upgrade customer satisfaction and gain a competitive edge.

How to make customer feedback part of your dealership’s growth strategy

Joseph Iyanu - December 21, 2023

In today’s highly competitive market, dealerships are continuously searching for new and creative ways to gain a competitive advantage. One often underestimated resource that can provide invaluable insights is customer...

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In this article, we offer insights into how the role of the car salesperson is being reimagined in the context of today’s market realities.

How to be a better car salesperson in the new year

Joseph Iyanu - December 18, 2023

Gone are the days when aggressive selling methods were the norm; today, the retail automotive industry is transitioning towards a more consultative, client-centric approach. This change is fueled by innovative...

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Managing stress and burnout in the fast-paced retail automotive industry

Steering through uncertainty with resilient leadership and strategic vision

Why you should work deals, not leads

Utilizing technology to reduce pain points in your dealership’s sales process — Joe St. John | AutoFi

Tips to building a lasting culture at your car dealership

Video marketing strategies that convert leads into sales

AutoFi’s platform expansion delivers overwhelming results with Deal Time Reduced by 70%

F&I checklist and tips for better compliance

How to make customer feedback part of your dealership’s growth strategy

How to be a better car salesperson in the new year

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