Chris Cotton Weekly Blitz

During Today's episode #106 Work Flow for Auto Repair Shops We Talk About: What’s the Problem What’s the fix Steps to correct the issue This episode is sponsored by AutoLeap. AutoLeap is a cloud-based all-in-one automotive invoice software that helps you supercharge your mechanic shop. Their customers have experienced: 30% increase in revenue by improving transparency and trust 50% reduction in ti...

During Today's episode #105 Brent and I Talk About: Brent’s Favorite Super Hero Brent’s Shop Brent’s Coaching Style Brent’s Ideal Client This episode is sponsored by AutoLeap. AutoLeap is a cloud-based all-in-one automotive invoice software that helps you supercharge your mechanic shop. Their customers have experienced: 30% increase in revenue by improving transparency and trust 50% reduction in t...

During Today's episode #104 The crew from SMP and I Talk About: What is a Chicken Flicker? Behind-the-scenes dirt on Kim & Brian from SMP What's the best part of your work day? What's the difference between a successful client and one that isn't? What would your advice be for a shop starting out that isn't able to hire someone like SMP? How cute is Dutton? Favorite Cartoon Character? What did...

During Today's episode #103 Why Are You Leaving The Industry? I Talk About: What’s the Problem? Why Are They leaving? What do we do about it? Link for the Survey: http://bit.ly/3EVVjSf This episode is sponsored by AutoLeap. AutoLeap is a cloud-based all-in-one automotive invoice software that helps you supercharge your mechanic shop. Their customers have experienced: 30% increase in revenue by imp...

This episode is sponsored by AutoLeap. AutoLeap is a cloud-based all-in-one automotive invoice software that helps you supercharge your mechanic shop. Their customers have experienced: 30% increase in revenue by improving transparency and trust 50% reduction in time spent researching and ordering parts 10% increase in profit margins through robust reporting Click here to learn more about AutoLeap...

This episode is sponsored by AutoLeap. AutoLeap is a cloud-based all-in-one automotive invoice software that helps you supercharge your mechanic shop. Their customers have experienced: 30% increase in revenue by improving transparency and trust 50% reduction in time spent researching and ordering parts 10% increase in profit margins through robust reporting Click here to learn more about AutoLeap...

During Today's episode #99 I’m going to be talking about: Tracking & Measuring, Different Levels of Both, What to Track Can’t Measure What You Don’t Track! Top to bottom SMS/POS System for a real time look Make sure it matches your Income Statement as closely as possible. The actual Income Statement/P or L Scorecard for Success Productivity for Technicians Your Bank Account! To listen to more...

This episode is sponsored by AutoLeap. AutoLeap is a cloud-based all-in-one automotive invoice software that helps you supercharge your mechanic shop. Their customers have experienced: 30% increase in revenue by improving transparency and trust 50% reduction in time spent researching and ordering parts 10% increase in profit margins through robust reporting Click here to learn more about AutoLeap...

During Today's episode #98 I’m going to be talking about: Value vs. Perception, Not Being the smartest person in the room, Being Uncomfortable How we got there, cancellations etc Initial thoughts were, wow! Value vs. Perception Conversations I was hearing Whole other level Feeling like you don’t belong It’s ok to feel like you don’t belong, but just for a minute. Hike up your boots and get in ther...

During Today's episode #97 I’m going to be talking about: Chris’ recent doctor's visit, Kimberly’s Old rocking chair & Having value in what you do. Chris, what are you talking about???? Kimberly’s Rocking Chair 89.00, 47 pictures, clear communication Recent Dr. Visit 2000.00 per hour, very concerned about how I would pay. If these people can charge that, so can you. Self Esteem Do it responsib...

In this episode of The Weekly Blitz, Coach Chris Cotton welcomes Hunt Demarest to the show and they talk about Income Statement best practices: Specifically, they cover: Categories of Income and COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) Hunt's Favorite SuperHero! Accounting Practices What's Deductible How much detail you really need Who's Stealing from You & How? Processes & Procedures save the day! Check...

In this episode of The Weekly Blitz, Coach Chris Cotton explains best practices on how: To make sure your people don't quit YOU, the leader. Specifically, he'll cover: Why People Quit, How to Retain Employees, 1. The Door Swings Both Ways 2. Why Do People Quit 3. Recipe for Retention Application Exercises: 1. Can your people rely on you 2. What is your attitude toward your people 3. Do you express...

In this episode of The Weekly Blitz, Coach Chris Cotton explains best practices on how Leaders Distinguish Themselves During Tough Times. Specifically, he'll cover: What is a Leader to Do Making The Tough Calls a. The Tough Call Demands Risk b. A Tough Call Brings with It and Inward Battle c. A Tough Call Will Distinguish You as a Leader Rising to the Occasion Application Exercises a. Have you aim...

Profits Processes & Procedures Cash Flow Don’t buy into the Bullshit Spending Money where it needs to be spent AKA not spending it where you don’t Transparency with Employees Training & Staffing Hold your people accountable/active coaching Stop sitting on the sidelines because it's easy and get back in the game! Coach Chris Cotton AutoFix-Auto Shop Coaching Visit Auto Shop Coaching website...

Today our guest is Chris Cotton, owner of AutoFix Auto Repair Coaching, and also the host of The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton - which is also part of Aftermarket Radio Network Most often when a shop owner starts seeking out marketing options they’re doing it because they perceive they have a car-count problem. There are certainly cases where that is true, but there’s more to revenue than car cou...

You aren’t alone if you’re looking for ways to exit the funk and approach your life and your work with positivity. If you can successfully address your own health and happiness, you can pass it on to your team. Here are seven books that will get you on your way. 1. The Leader’s Playlist by Susan Drumm 2. From Burnout to Purpose by Gina S. Calvado 3. First Things First by Stephen R. Covey, A. Roger...

Think about everyday decisions, goals, and events in your life, you generally have two ways to respond, you can either: Resist the situation Support the situation The Optimist Advantage: Lowers Anxiety and Stress Lowers Blood Pressure Self Care Staying Youthful High Performance So What Can We Do to be Optimistic? Change the Dialogue - Pay attention to the things you say to yourself (and to others)...

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Keep Learning to Keep Leading! How will you grow? 1. Invest in Yourself First 2. Be a Continual Learner 3. Create a Growth Environment for the People You Lead The People Difference. "Leadership & Learning are indispensable of each other." John F. Kennedy Coach Chris Cotton AutoFix-Auto Shop Coaching Visit Auto Shop Coaching website HERE . 940-400-1008 Email Chris: chris@autofixsos.com AutoLeap...

AutoLeap Link: https://bit.ly/3n5qW2M Don't Manage Your Time, manage Your Life! Time for a change in perspective! Good Leaders Cannot Be Bad Self-Managers People who manage themselves poorly are often guilty of the following 3 things: 1. They undervalue their uniqueness doing what others want them to do. 2. They ryin their effectiveness by doing un-important things. 3. They reduce their potential...

Please take 7 minutes out of your busy schedule to listen to this one! This is my gift to you on MY birthday: Are you counting your marbles? Coach Chris Cotton AutoFix-Auto Shop Coaching Visit Auto Shop Coaching website HERE . 940-400-1008 Email Chris: chris@autofixsos.com AutoLeap Link: https://bit.ly/3n5qW2M

It’s time to reflect on how this past year went; what did you accomplish? What fell through the cracks and why. After you’ve done that, It’s time to think about what you want to accomplish in 2023 and set things in motion to ensure you achieve those things. Also, time to think about year-end evaluations for all staff members. Are there people that don’t need to be on your staff? If so, don't carry...

Mentorship programs are a highly effective method of employee development. When done well, promoting mentorship within organizations can have a real positive impact. In fact, 88% of mentors and mentees agree that their productivity increased due to their mentoring experience. Let’s look at what makes mentorship programs successful and how you can set up a great mentoring program at your organizati...

What exactly does the term ownership really say to us when we see it describe a house that's currently on the market and being sold? Well, to me, it means that the individuals living there had been proud to have been home owners and once you see the house, you'll realize how proud they really were. So, when someone says that a house shows "pride in ownership," we know that the homeowner has taken...

1. Admit Your Own Mistakes and Weaknesses. 2. Accept Mistakes as the Price of Progress. 3. Insist on Learning from Your Mistakes. 4. Ask Yourself and Others, What Are We Missing? 5. Give the People Around You Permission to Push Back. Application Exercises Mentoring Moment Coach Chris Cotton AutoFix-Auto Shop Coaching Visit Auto Shop Coaching website HERE . 940-400-1008 Email Chris: chris@autofixso...