TSLA390.762-3.6983%
GM76.870-0.77%
F14.130-0.05%
RIVN16.775-1.025%
CYD45.020-0.8501%
HMC28.7650.875%
TM179.6602.74%
CVNA69.590-1%
PAG205.8005.4%
LAD337.0305.66%
AN208.2604.72%
GPI327.9908.59%
ABG225.6407.21%
SAH101.7502.02%
TSLA390.762-3.6983%
GM76.870-0.77%
F14.130-0.05%
RIVN16.775-1.025%
CYD45.020-0.8501%
HMC28.7650.875%
TM179.6602.74%
CVNA69.590-1%
PAG205.8005.4%
LAD337.0305.66%
AN208.2604.72%
GPI327.9908.59%
ABG225.6407.21%
SAH101.7502.02%
TSLA390.762-3.6983%
GM76.870-0.77%
F14.130-0.05%
RIVN16.775-1.025%
CYD45.020-0.8501%
HMC28.7650.875%
TM179.6602.74%
CVNA69.590-1%
PAG205.8005.4%
LAD337.0305.66%
AN208.2604.72%
GPI327.9908.59%
ABG225.6407.21%
SAH101.7502.02%


David Kain

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The benefits of using a phone call script for auto sales success

- September 23, 2021
On the latest episode of Kain and Co., host David Kain, President of Kain Automotive, talks about using a phone call script or outline when talking to customers. This is beyond...
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David Kain shares key takeaways to help drive dealers in the right direction

- September 20, 2021
On today’s show, we are pleased to welcome David Kain, President and Owner of Kain Automotive, industry expert, and host of Kain and Co. right here on CBT News. Kain begins...
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How the ‘power of the second voice’ can break down barriers when securing a deal

- September 16, 2021
On the latest episode of Kain and Co., host David Kain, President of Kain Automotive, discusses the 'power of the second voice', also so known as turnover. The power of the second...
Sales & Marketing Headlines
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How this auto industry veteran is inspiring young people to explore the car business

- September 2, 2021
On the latest episode of Kain and Co., host David Kain, president of Kain Automotive, is joined by Bill Taylor, General Motors retiree and founder of Vehicle Nanny to discuss his love...
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Why ‘always be helping’ is a more effective sales approach than ‘always be closing’

- May 17, 2021
On the latest episode of Kain and Co., host David Kain, president of Kain Automotive, discusses how the old adage, "always be closing" has now evolved into 'always be helping."...
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Why car dealers need a versatile staff to meet the demands of modern retailing – David Kain

- April 19, 2021
Many car dealers are doing more with fewer people in today’s market. This is leading to day-to-day roles in the dealership combining like never before. Today on CBT News, guest...
Sales & Marketing Featured
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How to leverage ‘nudging’ in your daily auto dealership operations

- March 25, 2021
On the latest episode of Kain and Co., host David Kain discusses the influence of nudging. Kain recommends the audience to read the book Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth,...
Headlines
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How dealers can build a positive online reputation with customers

- February 25, 2021
In the latest episode of Kain & Co., host David Kain discusses the importance of reputation for automotive dealerships. Kain begins by discussing a study conducted by the Gallup organization....
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Eric Schlesinger of ActivEngage joins Kain & Co. to discuss the evolution of dealership technology and how it affects the car buying process.

How simple Facebook auto marketing practices can build consumer excitement

- December 10, 2020
On this episode of Kain & Co., host David Kain shares the information he has learned from his company’s recent 16th Annual Kain Clients and Friends Workshop which was held...
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The importance of confronting personal biases and prejudices in the automotive industry

- November 5, 2020
Welcome back to Diversity in Automotive, brought to you by TrueCar and CarNow. In today's segment, host Cory Mosley is joined by David Kain, automotive expert, president of Kain Automotive, and...
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