In 1985, as a recent graduate fresh from a small midwestern liberal arts college with a major in biology, it became urgent that I find a good job that paid well. Biology didn’t quite pan out. I landed a sales position at a Porsche Audi Volkswagen dealership in Las Vegas, Nevada. On day one, my ...

Back to Basics: The Imperative of Training in Automotive Dealership Sales In an ever-evolving landscape, automotive dealership sales and F&I sales teams must continuously adapt quickly to thrive. However, one enduring truth remains: our success is rooted in mastering the basics. The retail ...

In the dynamic and fast-paced environment of a dealership, effective internal communication serves as the backbone of a well-functioning and customer-centric organization. Communication affects various aspects of dealership operations, ultimately influencing the customer experience. This article ...

Hiring the right people is one of the most important investments a dealership can make. Your employees are the face and backbone of your dealership. Having the right people in place with the necessary skills and attitudes can transform your workforce and elevate your dealership's success. ...

If you own or run a car dealership, there's no better way to attract buyers than by differentiating yourself from the competition. Buyers prefer stand-out dealerships, which begs the question, how do you create a perceived and actual advantage in your potential clients' eyes and minds? Here's how ...

Solid sales performances are valuable yet difficult for many dealerships to achieve. The key lies in consistency and cultivating a culture that appreciates and supports professional development. This way, teams consistently hone their product knowledge, sales territory planning, competitor ...

From inventory management to marketing, the day-to-day operations are what helps build a successful dealership that is a leader in the industry. Effective communication, efficient processes, and well-managed operations are a few of the many parts that make a dealership successful. From the moment a ...