The Independent Dealer Podcast

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#297 - Being Resilient In Tough Times Oct 26, 2023

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Throwback to our interview with Michael West. In turbulent times its import to be tough and keep fighting for your goals.

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#296 - Do You Have A Board Of Directors? Oct 19, 2023

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Don't reinvent the wheel. Luke & Jeff spent a few days with their "board of directors" in an effort to be better operators. They share their top takeaways from their 20 Group meeting.

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#295 - Time To Tune Up Your Turn Time Oct 12, 2023

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Dare joins us again to talk retail. Why turn time is crucially important to your dealership these days and why you should be continually training your staff.

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#294 - See You At BHPH Dealer Forum 2023 Oct 05, 2023

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BHPH dealers! See you at the Dealer Forum 2023. Indianapolis Nov 13-15. Come hang out with Luke & Jeff... and 100 other BHPH/ LHPH dealers. Sure to be a good time!

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#293 - From Wholesale To Retail w/ Donald Sullivan Sep 28, 2023

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Donald shares with us his families story of a successful wholesale operation converting to a retail dealership. He also explains some unique ways he has created efficiency in his operations and his top 2 pieces of advice for dealers.

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#292 - 3 Reasons Your Employees Wont Stay from CIADA 2023 Sep 21, 2023

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Luke presented this session at Carolina's 2023 convention. Get some tips and insight that will help you attract, grow and retain your top employees.

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#291 - Battle Of The Payment Processors Sep 14, 2023

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What to know the best payment processing company for your BHPH dealership? We talked to the top 3 companies and breakdown the pros & cons of each. Enjoy.

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#209 - Selling Your Dealership? Sep 07, 2023

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The boys discuss hot topics this week including the looming new car strike, rise in delinquencies and how to buy or sell a dealership.

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#289 - Inventory Sourcing - Housekeeping Series Aug 31, 2023

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Now is a good time to reevaluate how and where you get your inventory. Determine your most profitable sources and develop new ones.

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#288 - Key Performance Indicators - Housekeeping Series Aug 24, 2023

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Tracking your KPIs frequently is crucial to knowing the health of your dealership and which way it is trending.

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Primalend, lending options designed for your success
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Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur