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New Episode Spotlight
Using Technology To Increase Your Shop’s Efficiency With James Krakower of JMK Featuring James Krakower with JMK Computerized Tire Dealer Information System
On this episode of Gain Traction, Neal Maier and Matthew Peters welcome James for a conversation about how available software and technology can benefit tire and auto repair shops. They talk about how their industry has been slow to embrace software that can ease the process of tire and auto repair shops’ customer service, inventory tracking, accounting, and other aspects of operations. Don’t miss this enlightening and informative discussion!
Previous Episode Library
Tires and Technology in Tandem With Kevin Marley, Managing Director at E-Solution Professionals listen now
Easy Money for Tire Dealers With Mike Edge, Director of Business Development With Tread Partners listen now
The Benefits of Association Membership With Tony DeSimone, Executive Director at New England Tire and Service Association (NETSA) listen now
Turning Old Tires Into Treasure With John Ward, E-commerce Manager at Allen Rubber Co. listen now
Building a Culture and Getting Buy-in With Darren McLea, Business Development Consultant at Molloy Business Development Group listen now
Culture Eats Strategy for Lunch With Kim McMahon, President at McMahon’s Best-One Tire listen now
An Appreciation for Hard Work With Quinton Molnar, Director of Marketing and Business Development at Ward Tirecraft listen now
Building Long-Lasting Client Relationships With Matthew Peters, Business Development Manager at Tread Partners listen now
Sticking to What You Do Best With Larry Sutton, President and Founder of RNR Tire Express listen now
Growing Your Tire Business With Judd K. Shader, Founder and CEO at Leeds West Groups listen now
Building a Positive Work Environment With Al Pridemore, CEO and Co-owner of Pride Auto Care listen now
Working Your Way From Lube Tech to Owner With Brad Updegraff, Owner of Dave’s Ultimate Automotive listen now
Growing Your Tire Business With Judd K. Shader, Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Leeds West Groups listen now
The Fight for Your Right-to-Repair with Tim Winkeler, President and CEO of VIP Tires & Service listen now
Family and Fun + Tires and Cars With Rick Benton II, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at BTS Tire & Wheel Distributors and Black’s Tire and Auto Service listen now
Staffing and Branding a Venerable Company With Kate Speelman, Brand Management and Talent Acquisition Specialist at Rice Tire listen now
The Joy of Selling Your Own Tires With Michael Mathis, Founder and President of Atturo Tire Corp. listen now
Minimizing Headaches and Maximizing Efficiency With Crissy Zellers of Accelerate Personalized Sales Solutions listen now
Profit Sharing Increases Caring With Dick Erickson, Founder of Sun Tire and Author of How the Rubber Meets the Road. listen now
Never Stop Evolving With Dwayne Myers, Co-Owner and Managing Partner of Dynamic Automotive listen now
Providing Great Customer Experiences Regardless of Circumstances With Sally Thomas, Co-Owner of J.P. Thomas & Company listen now
Generating Loyalty and Avoiding Complacency With Steven Stamey, Operations Manager at Maxi Auto Service Centers listen now
Finding the Right Customers for Your Shop With Neal Maier, Co-Founder of Tread Partners listen now
Finding the Best Tires at the Best Price With Tim Shaffer, CEO and Co-Founder of Search Tires listen now
Providing Great Car Care in Tough Economic Times With Brian Sump, Owner and President of Urban Autocare listen now
Thriving in Difficult Times With Doug Miller, President of St. Lucie Battery & Tire listen now
The Incredible Value of Telling Your Shop’s Story with Patrick Egan, Founder and CEO of Spark Interactive listen now
Creating a Work Happy, Values-Based Culture with Marc Pons of Chapel Hill Tire listen now
The Recipe for a Successful Website in the Tire Industry with Matt Peters of Tireweb Marketing listen now
Developing Trust in the Automotive Industry with Tommy Gaynor of Gaynor’s Automotive listen now
Customer Satisfaction, Franchising, and Marketing in the Auto Care Industry with Andy Fiffick of Rad Air listen now
