CollisionCast

MSO operator DJ Mitchell shares his tips for determining when it's an ideal time for adding a crucial hire to your admin staff.

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report includes updates on the 2020 SEMA Show, and Ford's most highly anticipated vehicle in years.

In this episode of marketing expert Megan Williams' monthly podcast, she notes the best practices for search engine optimization and keywords, to help a body shop's website truly stand out from competition.

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report features an update on more Paycheck Protection Program assistance available to shop owners. Also, please email FenderBender at news@fenderbender.com to let us know what type of news you'd like to hear more of in future podcast episodes.

Robert Minotti, who operates three Toronto-area shops, explains how his business has dialed in and improved its gross profit in recent years.

Aaron Rolfsrud, who works in operations for Master Collision in Minneapolis, recalls how his workplace sustained damage during riots on May 29, but quickly recovered thanks to the help of employees and the community. Rolfsrud also recaps the lessons that situation taught him, like about the need to be fully aware of your insurance coverage.  

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report features an update on a Honda cyber attack that could impact collision repair facilities.

This week's 4-minute, auto industry news report features an update on a virtual meeting that got a major consolidator into hot water recently.

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report features updates on PPP reform, the 2020 SEMA Show, and the revamped NORTHEAST event.

Nick Schoolcraft, president of Phoenix Solutions Group, advises shops to change their narrative during the coronavirus crisis to let customers know they're available without overloading them with information. Here's how to conduct a successful email campaign to stay in front of your customers.

In this podcast episode, John Waters, a Phoenix-area business coach who aids body shops, breaks down his 90-day plan for helping businesses rebound from the COVID-19 crisis.

DJ Mitchell, vice president and co-owner of MITCHCO Collision Repair, is back for this month's MSO Podcast episode to share his advice on how shop operators can successfully guide their staff through turbulent times.

This week's 4-minute, auto industry news report features an update on efforts by Congress to provide small business owners like body shop operators additional financial aid during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report features updates on OSHA's requirements for reporting COVID-19 cases in workplaces.

In this month's From the Editors podcast, FenderBender editors Bryce and Anna note a few opportunities the COVID-19 pandemic has created for shop owners. After all, bad situations show people's true colors, and this time can be a real launching pad for a shop business.

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report features updates on key industry events scheduled for later in 2020.

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report features analysis of Paycheck Protection Program statistics regarding the collision repair industry.

In this week's 4-minute, FenderBender audio news report, learn more about how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting some major auto industry companies.

Marketing expert Megan Williams explains how shops can utilize the latest craze in marketing: geofencing, through highly targeted digital advertising.

A few weeks ago, Anna Zeck, editorial director for FenderBender and Bryce Evans, vice president of content and events for FenderBender, sat down with Greg Lobsiger, owner of Loren's Body Shop, to discuss his goal of getting to $3 million annual revenue.

In this month's ADVANCE podcast, Joe Robinson, speaker, trainer and consultant for Optimal Performance Strategies, dives into the science behind stress and the benefits to maintaining a healthy work-life balance even during the coronavirus pandemic.

This week's 4-minute, auto industry news report features information on Driven Brands' big acquisition of Fix Auto USA, and what it could mean for the industry as a whole.

DJ Mitchell, vice president and co-owner of MITCHCO Collision Repair, shares his marketing tips for how to differentiate your brand when surrounded by consolidators.

This week's 3-minute, auto industry news report features information on how some body shops are aiding the nation's fight against the COVID-19 virus.

In this episode of From the Editors, Bryce Evans and Anna Zeck of FenderBender recap the many conversations they've had with shop owners and industry stakeholders to present the very best tips, strategies and insights for successfully getting your shop through COVID-19. From workflow to financial assistance to leadership, learn the strategies working for the industry's best operators.