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Use a Profit Formula for Collision Shop Success

Oct. 30, 2024
Profitability isn’t just a vague goal; it’s a measurable outcome.

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Menefee: Spotting Unprofitable Repairs

Oct. 3, 2024
Lessons Learned from Experience Can Show Which Jobs to Accept and Which to Turn Away.
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Bryant: As Car Insurance Rates Rise, Help Ease Your Customers’ Burdens  

Sept. 19, 2024
Implement cost control measures, enhance education, and diversify services to meet their evolving needs.
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Bryant: Budgeting Success in an Ever-Changing Collision Repair Market 

Aug. 30, 2024
Ensure your business remains profitable and resilient in today's market.
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Amberson: Are We Being Honest About Auto Repair Safety? 

Aug. 19, 2024
Although ADAS and other safety features have created measurable improvements, shouldn’t we be addressing all relevant safety factors?
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Menefee: How I Retain Skilled and Trained Employees

Aug. 15, 2024
To compete with larger shops, I prioritize my employees' well-being through comprehensive benefits.
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Lobsiger: Death by a Thousand Cuts 

Aug. 14, 2024
If your business has slowed, it’s time to examine where you may be able to cut expenses.
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Lobsiger: The Four Stages to Freedom  

May 20, 2024
With time and strategic planning, you can reach the point of managing your shop from afar. But you must learn from folks smarter than you.

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