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محتوای ارائه شده توسط Chris Cotton. تمام محتوای پادکست شامل قسمت‌ها، گرافیک‌ها و توضیحات پادکست مستقیماً توسط Chris Cotton یا شریک پلتفرم پادکست آن‌ها آپلود و ارائه می‌شوند. اگر فکر می‌کنید شخصی بدون اجازه شما از اثر دارای حق نسخه‌برداری شما استفاده می‌کند، می‌توانید روندی که در اینجا شرح داده شده است را دنبال کنید.https://fa.player.fm/legal
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Transitioning from Technician to Shop Owner: Are You Prepared for the Change? [E194]

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محتوای ارائه شده توسط Chris Cotton. تمام محتوای پادکست شامل قسمت‌ها، گرافیک‌ها و توضیحات پادکست مستقیماً توسط Chris Cotton یا شریک پلتفرم پادکست آن‌ها آپلود و ارائه می‌شوند. اگر فکر می‌کنید شخصی بدون اجازه شما از اثر دارای حق نسخه‌برداری شما استفاده می‌کند، می‌توانید روندی که در اینجا شرح داده شده است را دنبال کنید.https://fa.player.fm/legal

The Weekly Blitz is brought to you by our friends over at Shop Marketing Pros. If you want to take your shop to the next level, you need great marketing. Shop Marketing Pros does top-tier marketing for top-tier shops.

Click here to learn more about Top Tier Marketing by Shop Marketing Pros and schedule a demo:https://shopmarketingpros.com/chris/

Check out their podcast here: https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/

If you would like to join their private Facebook group go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/autorepairmarketingmastermind

In this episode of "The Weekly Blitz," Coach Chris Cotton takes center stage to expertly guide aspiring auto repair technicians through the intricate financial essentials necessary for launching a successful auto repair business. With his wealth of experience and knowledge, Chris delves into critical topics that form the backbone of a thriving business, such as budgeting, labor rates, and operating expenses. He offers a wealth of practical tips and real-life examples, ensuring that listeners can easily grasp and apply these concepts to their own ventures.

Chris places a strong emphasis on the importance of maintaining a clear separation between personal and business finances, a fundamental practice that can prevent future financial complications and ensure the business's financial health. He also discusses the necessity of setting appropriate labor rates, a crucial factor that directly impacts profitability and competitiveness in the market. Understanding and managing costs is another key area Chris covers, providing insights into how technicians can effectively control expenses to maximize their business's financial performance.

In addition to these financial fundamentals, Chris highlights the critical role of marketing in the success of an auto repair business. He promotes Shop Marketing Pros, a company renowned for its specialized services tailored to the needs of auto repair shops, underscoring the importance of leveraging expert marketing strategies to attract and retain customers.

Overall, this episode serves as a comprehensive financial roadmap for technicians who aspire to transition into successful shop owners. With Chris Cotton's expert guidance, listeners are equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the financial landscape of the auto repair industry confidently.

Introduction and Sponsorship (00:00:05)

  • Coach Chris Cotton introduces the podcast and promotes Shop Marketing Pros for auto repair business marketing.

Post-Thanksgiving Reflections (00:01:05)

  • Chris shares insights on the light business week before Thanksgiving and discusses consultations with aspiring shop owners.

Identifying Budgeting Challenges (00:02:09)

  • He addresses the common struggles of technicians transitioning to shop ownership, particularly with budgeting and resources.

Building a Blueprint for Success (00:02:45)

  • Chris outlines the plan to create a financial blueprint for a potential shop owner, focusing on sales and budgeting.

Location Considerations (00:03:06)

  • He emphasizes the importance of choosing a proper location for the shop to avoid community issues.

Financial Planning for Owners (00:04:10)

  • Discussion on how aspiring owners can sustain their income and manage cash flow during absences.

Understanding Business Expenses (00:05:06)

  • Chris highlights the various expenses involved in running a shop, including utilities and licensing fees.

Starting with a Budget (00:06:17)

  • He discusses the importance of having a financial cushion and outlines options for starting on a budget.

Labor Rate Calculation (00:07:24)

  • Chris explains how to determine the labor rate based on current earnings and benefits.

Estimating Weekly Labor Sales (00:11:02)

  • He calculates potential labor sales for a week based on the established labor rate and hours worked.

Operating Expenses Breakdown (00:15:10)

  • Chris discusses how to calculate operating expenses needed to run the shop effectively.

Importance of Sales Tax (00:16:30)

  • He warns about the significance of managing sales tax correctly to avoid issues with state authorities.

Final Thoughts and Call to Action (00:17:34)

  • Chris encourages potential shop owners to reach out for tailored advice and reiterates the sponsor's importance.

Connect with Chris:

chris@autofixsos.com

Phone: 940.400.1008

www.autoshopcoaching.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/

AutoFixAutoShopCoachingYoutube: https://bit.ly/3ClX0ae

#autofixautoshopcoaching #autofixbeautofixing #autoshopprofits #autoshopprofit #autoshopprofitsfirst #autoshopleadership #autoshopmanagement #autorepairshopcoaching #autorepairshopconsulting #autorepairshoptraining #autorepairshop #autorepair #serviceadvisor #serviceadvisorefficiency #autorepairshopmarketing #theweeklyblitz #autofix #shopmarketingpros #autofixautoshopcoachingbook

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محتوای ارائه شده توسط Chris Cotton. تمام محتوای پادکست شامل قسمت‌ها، گرافیک‌ها و توضیحات پادکست مستقیماً توسط Chris Cotton یا شریک پلتفرم پادکست آن‌ها آپلود و ارائه می‌شوند. اگر فکر می‌کنید شخصی بدون اجازه شما از اثر دارای حق نسخه‌برداری شما استفاده می‌کند، می‌توانید روندی که در اینجا شرح داده شده است را دنبال کنید.https://fa.player.fm/legal

The Weekly Blitz is brought to you by our friends over at Shop Marketing Pros. If you want to take your shop to the next level, you need great marketing. Shop Marketing Pros does top-tier marketing for top-tier shops.

Click here to learn more about Top Tier Marketing by Shop Marketing Pros and schedule a demo:https://shopmarketingpros.com/chris/

Check out their podcast here: https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/

If you would like to join their private Facebook group go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/autorepairmarketingmastermind

In this episode of "The Weekly Blitz," Coach Chris Cotton takes center stage to expertly guide aspiring auto repair technicians through the intricate financial essentials necessary for launching a successful auto repair business. With his wealth of experience and knowledge, Chris delves into critical topics that form the backbone of a thriving business, such as budgeting, labor rates, and operating expenses. He offers a wealth of practical tips and real-life examples, ensuring that listeners can easily grasp and apply these concepts to their own ventures.

Chris places a strong emphasis on the importance of maintaining a clear separation between personal and business finances, a fundamental practice that can prevent future financial complications and ensure the business's financial health. He also discusses the necessity of setting appropriate labor rates, a crucial factor that directly impacts profitability and competitiveness in the market. Understanding and managing costs is another key area Chris covers, providing insights into how technicians can effectively control expenses to maximize their business's financial performance.

In addition to these financial fundamentals, Chris highlights the critical role of marketing in the success of an auto repair business. He promotes Shop Marketing Pros, a company renowned for its specialized services tailored to the needs of auto repair shops, underscoring the importance of leveraging expert marketing strategies to attract and retain customers.

Overall, this episode serves as a comprehensive financial roadmap for technicians who aspire to transition into successful shop owners. With Chris Cotton's expert guidance, listeners are equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the financial landscape of the auto repair industry confidently.

Introduction and Sponsorship (00:00:05)

  • Coach Chris Cotton introduces the podcast and promotes Shop Marketing Pros for auto repair business marketing.

Post-Thanksgiving Reflections (00:01:05)

  • Chris shares insights on the light business week before Thanksgiving and discusses consultations with aspiring shop owners.

Identifying Budgeting Challenges (00:02:09)

  • He addresses the common struggles of technicians transitioning to shop ownership, particularly with budgeting and resources.

Building a Blueprint for Success (00:02:45)

  • Chris outlines the plan to create a financial blueprint for a potential shop owner, focusing on sales and budgeting.

Location Considerations (00:03:06)

  • He emphasizes the importance of choosing a proper location for the shop to avoid community issues.

Financial Planning for Owners (00:04:10)

  • Discussion on how aspiring owners can sustain their income and manage cash flow during absences.

Understanding Business Expenses (00:05:06)

  • Chris highlights the various expenses involved in running a shop, including utilities and licensing fees.

Starting with a Budget (00:06:17)

  • He discusses the importance of having a financial cushion and outlines options for starting on a budget.

Labor Rate Calculation (00:07:24)

  • Chris explains how to determine the labor rate based on current earnings and benefits.

Estimating Weekly Labor Sales (00:11:02)

  • He calculates potential labor sales for a week based on the established labor rate and hours worked.

Operating Expenses Breakdown (00:15:10)

  • Chris discusses how to calculate operating expenses needed to run the shop effectively.

Importance of Sales Tax (00:16:30)

  • He warns about the significance of managing sales tax correctly to avoid issues with state authorities.

Final Thoughts and Call to Action (00:17:34)

  • Chris encourages potential shop owners to reach out for tailored advice and reiterates the sponsor's importance.

Connect with Chris:

chris@autofixsos.com

Phone: 940.400.1008

www.autoshopcoaching.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/

AutoFixAutoShopCoachingYoutube: https://bit.ly/3ClX0ae

#autofixautoshopcoaching #autofixbeautofixing #autoshopprofits #autoshopprofit #autoshopprofitsfirst #autoshopleadership #autoshopmanagement #autorepairshopcoaching #autorepairshopconsulting #autorepairshoptraining #autorepairshop #autorepair #serviceadvisor #serviceadvisorefficiency #autorepairshopmarketing #theweeklyblitz #autofix #shopmarketingpros #autofixautoshopcoachingbook

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