Small, But Formidable: The Smaller Bodyshops
Growing your business doesn’t necessarily mean “growing” your business. Consider Dave Stephenson, who’s built a solid reputation and six-week backlog out of his one-man shop in a small Iowa town.
Change Waits For No One
In the rapidly changing world of collision repair, something that was revolutionary yesterday may be obsolete tomorrow — including your business.
Balanced Budget
As more white collars enter the industry, shop owners need to become better business people by learning how to better manage their money.
The Right Manager for the Job
When opening another location, it’s crucial to find a manager whose talents complement your business — and whose business sense can help take your business to the next level.
Collision Repair Franchise Opportunities
Buying into a franchise could be just what you — or your competitor — needs to pump up profits and market presence. Take a look at what you could be a part of — or up against.
The Dirt on Dustless Sanding
Will the benefits of purchasing a vacuum system justify the cost? It depends. Do you want cleaner paint work, happier employees and a better working environment?
Straighten or Fill?
Many techs look at a job and immediately think about how to fill it, never considering straightening. In fact, some techs believe no job is complete without plastic filler.
Why Mechanical Repairs?
Collision repairs happen “by accident”, but success doesn’t. Quit praying for hail and start considering what mechanical services you can offer your customers
Championing Ideals
Caring about customers and employees pays off!
Without a Glitch
To be profitable, a body shop needs to operate efficiently. And many shop owners – when considering how to obtain optimum efficiency – incorrectly concentrate all their efforts on revamping their shop layout and design. While these are important – as is equipment placement – their being overhauled typically isn’t going to turnaround a struggling