TSLA389.776-4.68379%
GM77.495-0.145%
F14.129-0.051%
RIVN16.790-1.01%
CYD44.865-1.005%
HMC28.7250.835%
TM179.6002.68%
CVNA70.270-0.32%
PAG204.9104.51%
LAD337.4606.09%
AN208.0304.49%
GPI328.3308.93%
ABG226.3707.94%
SAH101.7101.98%
TSLA389.776-4.68379%
GM77.495-0.145%
F14.129-0.051%
RIVN16.790-1.01%
CYD44.865-1.005%
HMC28.7250.835%
TM179.6002.68%
CVNA70.270-0.32%
PAG204.9104.51%
LAD337.4606.09%
AN208.0304.49%
GPI328.3308.93%
ABG226.3707.94%
SAH101.7101.98%
TSLA389.776-4.68379%
GM77.495-0.145%
F14.129-0.051%
RIVN16.790-1.01%
CYD44.865-1.005%
HMC28.7250.835%
TM179.6002.68%
CVNA70.270-0.32%
PAG204.9104.51%
LAD337.4606.09%
AN208.0304.49%
GPI328.3308.93%
ABG226.3707.94%
SAH101.7101.98%


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Complacency isn't a hot-button issue until it's entirely too late. In today's episode of Training Camp, Adam Marburger is joined by Jim Ganther, compliance expert and owner and CEO of...
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In today's episode of Training Camp, Ed Roberts, chief operations officer of Bozard Ford, joins Adam Marburger to share how servant leadership, vision-driven training and a relentless focus on the...
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Ryan Hanlon shares how reinsurance helps dealers build long-term wealth

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Pete MacInnis of eLEND Solutions reveals 98% quote-to-approval gap

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UFC vet Kyle Watson shares lessons on discipline, mentorship and customer experience

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In today's episode of Training Camp with Adam Marburger, Kyle Watson, a UFC veteran and owner of Watson Martial Arts, discusses his personal evolution from a small-town athlete to an...
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Joseph Robinson on transforming a dealership through a unified culture, teamwork, and transparency

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Strong leadership and a unified team culture are essential to driving dealership growth and success. In today’s episode of Training Camp with Adam Marburger, Joseph Robinson, general manager of Robinson...
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Compliance expert Jim Ganther warns CARS rule will return, but in a new form

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In today's episode of Training Camp, host Adam Marburger is joined by Jim Ganther, compliance expert and owner and CEO of Mosaic Compliance Services. He outlines the future of dealership...
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Boost your F&I product sales with one simple question

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Elevate your F&I performance through servant leadership

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