Oh no. I’m a customer.

Oh no. I’m a customer.

If one were to ask me what was the biggest life-changing event I’ve experienced I’m not sure I could say it was meeting my better half. Although she is certainly life changing, she wouldn’t have happened if it weren’t for me becoming a car dealership customer. I...
Are you a horse trader?

Are you a horse trader?

Are you a horse trader or a retailer? That’s a weird question isn’t it? During our first days on the lot our manager didn’t give us a history lesson on the car business. He taught us how to follow the road to a sale and maximize profit. And maybe he, himself, didn’t...
I have to talk to my wife

I have to talk to my wife

Overcoming objections is Sales 101. Any statement, excuse, or mindset which prevents a car shopper from buying the car today is an objection. They range from legitimate hang-ups like not having the correct vehicle in stock, waiting for a tax return, or selling the...
Customers aren’t abusive

Customers aren’t abusive

Customers are the devil! ….said by no salesperson ever. Only 2% of customers try to abuse the dealer’s programs and goodwill.  That means 2% of your customers will send your quotes directly to your competition and it the same reason why the majority of your...