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Business Growth Comes from Sweating the Small Stuff
Some people may skip this article because they consider they take pride in not sweating the small stuff. After all, there are a great many consultants and gurus who consistently preach the message of
Mar 1, 2017
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Adapting Your Team to the New World of Retail
Over the past decade or so, the world of vehicle sales has changed in ways that have greatly concerned traditional retailers. The rise of the Internet has brought with it a new flock of sellers,
Mar 1, 2017
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What Leaders Get Is in Direct Proportion to What They Give
My last two articles covered conversations I had with Don Hall the CEO of Virginia Automobile Dealers' Association which provided a multitude of revealing insights regarding our industry.
Mar 1, 2017
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Accountability is Your Duty
By definition, someone that leads is expected to “go in front; to show the way.” A key to leading by the right personal example—showing the way—is holding people accountable for behaviors
Mar 1, 2017
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Continued Strength in the Buy/Sell Market and the Road Ahead
As we wrap up another strong year of buy/sell activity, it is valuable to reflect on some key themes that are influencing the acquisition market, and continue to power this very strong transaction trend.
Mar 1, 2017
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Used Car Market Insights – Week of February 27, 2017
Welcome to this week's edition of Black Book Market Insights, with in-depth analysis of used car and truck valuation trends and insights straight from the auction lanes.
Feb 28, 2017
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Are You Getting Fooled by Today’s Digital Solutions?
There are a multitude of digital solutions available today for dealers to choose from with their marketing efforts. The tremendous amount of data available combined with technology
Feb 28, 2017
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Don’t Think Customers Want Loyalty Programs? U(ber) better Think Again!
When it comes to customer loyalty programs, customers like to feel appreciated and recognized for their loyalty. And, if they are not, it doesn’t take much to turn them away from being
Feb 28, 2017
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Is Google Analytics Your #1 Competitor?
Consumers have gravitated to the Internet for – well – just about everything. So, when it comes to digital marketing, it’s more important than ever for marketers to know what’s working and what’s not.
Feb 28, 2017