The Ultimate Guide to Marketing for Auto Repair Shops During Slow Times [E134] - Chris Cotton Weekly Blitz

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In this podcast episode, Brian Walker and Coach Chris Cotton discuss the importance of marketing in the auto repair business, particularly during slow times. They emphasize the need to address underlying issues in car count, average estimate, and average repair order before implementing marketing strategies. They stress the significance of consistent marketing throughout the year and suggest planning marketing activities on a yearly basis. They also discuss adjusting marketing strategies during peak and valley periods, investing in business growth, and the importance of timely communication with marketing teams. They highlight the benefits of time blocking and prioritizing marketing efforts, as well as the importance of self-care for business success.

Planning Your Marketing Calendar [00:08:46] Discussion on when to start planning your marketing for the following year and adjusting your marketing during peaks and valleys.

Knowing When You're Not Ready for Marketing [00:04:07] The importance of fixing business practices before focusing on marketing and how marketing isn't always the solution to business problems.

Marketing for Slow Times [00:02:30] Introduction to the topic of marketing for slower months and the importance of maximizing car count and repair order before implementing marketing strategies.

The importance of year-round marketing [00:10:51] Discussion on the significance of having a strong marketing strategy throughout the year, rather than relying on holiday marketing or slow times.

Lag time in marketing campaigns [00:13:20] Exploration of the lag time required for marketing efforts to yield results, typically a 60 to 90 day cycle.

Making time for communication with marketers [00:16:22] Emphasis on the need for shop owners to prioritize regular communication with their marketing team for optimal results.

Planning marketing for state fair [00:21:38] Discussion on how the state fair impacts business and the importance of planning marketing strategies around it.

Importance of time blocking and making a marketing plan [00:23:34] Emphasizing the need for shop owners to create a marketing calendar and plan ahead for events like state fair, Halloween, Thanksgiving, etc.

Incorporating workouts into work week [00:30:49] Highlighting the significance of including workouts as part of the workweek and how it can enhance productivity and creativity.

The importance of planning marketing in advance [00:33:31] The speaker emphasizes the need to plan marketing strategies well in advance to avoid being late.

Foundational marketing and business practices [00:35:27] The discussion focuses on the significance of having strong foundational marketing strategies and efficient business practices.

Continued commitment to learning and improvement [00:37:07] The speaker expresses gratitude towards the listeners' commitment to learning and improvement, and encourages them to continue seeking knowledge and growth in the auto repair industry.

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