Garagecast - All Things Power Sports and Marine
Garage Composites
This podcast will give you a boots on the ground look at "wants based" industries. Guest speakers will be actual dealers that distinguish themselves, industry insiders, OEM executives, and retail experts. This podcast is intended for those that work their fingers to the bone selling equipment that enriches lives and keeps friends and family values cemented in the American culture. With the intention of raising awareness, new ideas, and profitability, come and have a listen to Garagecast...Are You Ready?
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Aug 10, 2021 • 52min
Episode #81 - 20 Clubs...Why They Are The Best Thing You Can Do For Your Dealership
You may have been in a 20-Club and had a bad experience...or you may never have even heard of a 20-Club - whatever your reason is for not joining one is, give us a few minutes of your day to hear about the truths, the myths and everything in-between. Sam and Tony explain why you should do the best thing that you can for your business today - join a 20-Club
Aug 3, 2021 • 51min
Episode #80 - Absorption
Do you know what it is? Do you know how to make it move? Why is it so important now more than ever??? Listen and learn why Absorption needs to be on your radar!
Jul 27, 2021 • 58min
Episode #79 - Owner of Destination Cycles Bob Kee
Meet Bob Kee...one of the nicest guys in the industry. Bob is known for spreadsheets, talking a whole bunch and being one of the most supportive members of any 20 - Club he is a part of. Bob has a great history, awesome story and ability to keep you captivated while telling it. Meet Bob Kee.
Jul 20, 2021 • 54min
Episode #78 - You Need a Service Expeditor - with Max Materne
Surgeons need nurses...Chefs need sous chefs...General Managers need department managers...etc. etc. etc...Listen in as we hear Max give his best reasons why your service department needs expeditors.
Jul 13, 2021 • 57min
Episode #77 - Parts/Service/F&I - There is a Ton of Money Left on the Table
You know where we have a ton of room to grow??? Outside of your sales floor. A few weeks ago we hit on why Pre-Owned is so important to your business in today's world, now sit back and hear where you have a ton of money to make with or without inventory under your roof.
Jul 6, 2021 • 54min
Episode #76 - Owner of FB Marine Group Kim Sweers
Kim Sweers has an infectious personality. Her story is full of enthusiasm, challenges and perspective. Want to live your best life...listen in on how one marine dealer in Florida does just that!
Jun 29, 2021 • 52min
Episode #75 - Get Your Pre-Owned Game in Check!
2:1? 3:1? What is your Pre-Owned ratio to new? In normal times Garage Composites advocated for a strong Pre-Owned game...during a global supply chain shortage it could be the difference between surviving and thriving. Listen in as Tony and Sam discuss how to get yourself correct with Pre-Owned!
Jun 22, 2021 • 52min
Episode #74 - Serial entrepenuer Jesse James Dupree
Rock star, reality television personality, motorcycle enthusiast and all around good guy - meet Jesse James Dupree. When he is not on stage with his metal band - Jackyl - you will find him riding his motorcycle, helping veterans or hitting the motorcycle rally circuit. Enjoy getting to know a superstar!
Jun 15, 2021 • 56min
Episode #73 - General Manager of the Al Naboodah Group David Archibald
Selling Harley Davidson motorcycles in the US comes with its own issues...try doing it in Vietnam. Meet David Archibald - a man with a really unique story.
Jun 8, 2021 • 1h 7min
Episode #72 - Partner/Operator of Lucky Penny Cycles Neil Noble
Some people are just plain smart. Without argue, Neil Noble is one of the brightest, nicest and more interesting people in the motorcycle industry. This week, Sam and Tony focus on discussing as many facets of preowned as they can with Neil Noble.
