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WNY auto sales continue to rebound – Bizjournals.com
WNY auto sales continue to reboundBizjournals.comToyota, with five local dealerships, reported a 63.1 percent hike in...
Mar 30, 2011
Dealerships of the Future: How Successful Dealers Leverage all Lead Sources for Growth
Unless you???re viewing an archived version of this article, you are likely reading this article within a couple weeks either way of the 10th Digital Dealer?? Conference and Exposition in Orlando. Like the last few Digital Dealer?? Conferences and ev
Mar 30, 2011
Car dealerships ‘can cut costs with green measures’ – ChoiceQuote Insurance Services
Car dealerships 'can cut costs with green measures'ChoiceQuote Insurance ServicesCar dealers are being advise...
Mar 30, 2011
Troubles in Japan reach local car dealers’ lots – The Commercial Dispatch
CBC.caTroubles in Japan reach local car dealers' lotsThe Commercial DispatchSince an earthquake in Japan halted p...
Mar 30, 2011
Successful Leadership By Definition — No Kidding
A knowledgeable and successful friend of mine and I were discussing prosperous organizations versus, well, not so successful ones (i.e. Marriott vs Ramada). We reviewed obvious differences we all experience such as employee attitudes, facility appear
Mar 18, 2011
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What’s Hot for 2011?
Every sales person claims that they have the greatest opportunity that you can’t live without. A key is testing and validating opportunities that make logical sense. Are these concepts producing measurable results (gross dollars and/or car sales)?�
Mar 16, 2011
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Branding or Customer Acquisition: What is the Goal of your Online Marketing?
Twenty years ago, branding and marketing decisions were easy. Think about it: Who bought your radio and television advertising? Who approved and often appeared in your commercials and print ads? Who approved your outdoor signage? If you were a single
Mar 16, 2011
An Unexpected Threat to your Dealership
Negative and intentionally false online comments In 2010 dealers spent more on online advertisements than print media. The explanation is simple: Greater than three-fourths of new-vehicle buyers (79%) use the Internet during the shopping process. H
Mar 16, 2011
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The ‘Accolade Sandwich’ Sales & BDC Meetings
For decades, I have (and still do) participated in, observed, run, trained and delegated various meetings. From my ongoing experience in the field, far too many “meetings” are either the “Coffee is for Closers!” fear based attempts to maximiz
Mar 16, 2011