Guest Posts
SBA Issues New PPP Regulations, What You Need To Know Part 1
Hi, Natalie here. There is wealth of information to clear up confusion about the new regulations regarding PPP loans. There will probably be changes, so this is summary is based on the best information currently available. Before you take action, I encourage you to check for updated rules and make sure you are fully informed…
PODCAST: Brainstorming on Shop Ownership – A Business Not a Hobby – AUDIO 30 Min
Audio Link Chris Cotton once again shares his experience on shop ownership. Chris warns that buying your first shop and or getting into business as a new auto repair shop is not a cakewalk. Just because you know stuff about cars and love working on them doesn’t make it easy. You don’t treat it like…
PODCAST: Owner, Tech, Advisor, Working Together AAPEX 2020 Awards – AUDIO 40 Min
Audio Link This 606th episode honors the recipients of the AAPEX 2020 Awards. The first annual honors include Shop Owner of the Year, Technician of the Year, and Service Advisor of the Year. Sure we bestowed a bunch of high-fives upon these three outstanding aftermarket professionals, but you’ll love the episode as we discussed their…
Promotion From Service Advisor, What's Next? – VIDEO Episode 011321 – Jeff Cowan
PODCAST: How to Implement Your Own Apprentice Program [RR 605] – AUDIO 1 Hour
Audio Link I want you to invest in this episode, beginning to end. It is one of the most important topics we can discuss today. You’ve heard me say that apprenticing will be an essential strategy to fill the technician ranks. We need to collectively engage a reliable apprentice program at every professional shop in…
PODCAST: Millennials in High Gear with Sara Fraser Pt 1 [RR 603] – AUDIO 30 Min.
Audio Link Our topic today centers around millennial customers and employees. With me is Sara Fraser. Sara has been a favorite on the show and lives what she teaches as she is a millennial. Each generation has its traits and you must adjust your business to accommodate the millennial customer and employee. Episode Link Sara…
Step-by-step Guide To Choosing The Best Tire Changer For Your Auto Shop
The sheer amount of tire changer that exists can make choosing the best options for your shop seem like an overwhelming prospect. From Corghi to Ranger, each manufacturer has their strengths and limitations that can make or break that particular option for your shop. At UNITE, we have a wide range of experience with many…
Licensing? Employee Appearance? Choosing Management Software? – AUDIO 60 Minutes
Unscripted. Unrestrained. Unplugged. We cover Licensing, Employee Appearance, Choosing Management Software, and a lot more. This is going to be fun – c’mon along! Click here to listen on Google Click here for more options
PODCAST: Why Fix a Negative Attitude [THA 202] – VIDEO 60 Minutes
Statistics and many studies concluded that a negative behavior creates liabilities in the business setting and strains relationships. On a personal level, it decreases productivity and performance. Not only does it damage teamwork, but it also makes for unhappy customers. Our episode today attacks why a negative attitude has no room in our industry! Episode…
PODCAST: Thinking Way Outside the Box with Greg Buckley [RR 597] – AUDIO 30 Min.
Audio Link My friend Greg Buckley brought one of his way out of the box think to play here; that has an octopus analogy sliced in for good measure. Greg does make some excellent points that will help you and your business grow. Seen a copy of National Geographic lately? Have I teased you enough?…