Jun 24, 2019 | CRM, Desking, Lead Response
“Have you ever thought about selling cars? You’d be great at it!” “No way, the hours SUCK!” He’s not wrong, you know. So, how can dealers recruit, nurture, and retain quality salespeople and managers? It’s all about the most precious asset we all share: Time. Choosing...
Mar 15, 2019 | Desking, Digital Retail, Finance & Insurance
With most automotive lenders doing away with incentivized programs for F&I managers, we cannot underestimate the power and potential repercussions of the “free lunch” in wooing car dealer finance business. It’s imperative to look at your monthly mix of deals and...
Mar 7, 2019 | Desking, Finance & Insurance, Lead Response, Marketing
Hey, Gang, we’re spending WAY too much on new cars. Put down your pitchforks, I’m not suggesting we STOP buying new cars. The opposite, in fact. Well, I guess technically I am saying we should stop BUYING cars. But, not in the way it sounds. Allow me to remind...
Mar 6, 2019 | Digital Retail, Marketing, Websites
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...
Mar 6, 2019 | Desking, FRIKINtech, Marketing
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...
