The Detailing Business Class Podcast

You're finally ready to take those first steps in starting your business. You've searched around on what others do, you've asked for some advice, and now it's time. But now you're stuck on this one part; "what should I charge for my services?". This can stump a lot of people. You don't want to charge too much and scare off customers. You also don't want...

I take your questions across Instagram, emails, and YouTube and answer them. Checkout the other Q&A episode for more answers!  Here's the questions I'll cover in this episode: Do you believe SEO is the best marketing channel vs all others?  Have you ever been in contact with a small dealership for your services? And when you tell them your price and they’re only willing to pay a frac...

You work so hard to get your first paying customers and now the time is finally here to get the work done! As happy and excited that you are, you also might feel nervous because you want to do a great job. We all feel that way when we land our first few customers. It's something new we have to get used to. In this episode, I'll discuss how you can put your best foot forward to make it th...

As professional detailers, our main goal is to deliver the best results we can to our customers within their budget. Whether that's an interior cleaning, a simple wash, or a 2-step paint correction. As you get more and more customers, the chances of something going wrong, specifically damaging a vehicle, increases. So what do you do if that happens? That's what I'll cover in this ep...

Ready to start your business? There's probably a lot of things you're adding to your to-do list right now. You're ready to take action and "hustle" your way to success. I went through the same path when I started my business. It didn't go that well for me. In this episode, I'll share with you 3 big lessons that would have helped shorten the learning curve for me....

This episode is dedicated to answering your business questions! I pick these at random from the comments, emails, and DMs I get across all platforms. Here's what I'll answer: 1. I’m scared of spending too much time on customers vehicle on things they won’t even notice. How do you avoid that? 2. I’m working a 40hour a week at a car dealership getting paid peanuts and under appreciated. I&...

Do you have to inspect the vehicle in person before you quote your services? Is there another method you can implement that saves you time and energy? In this episode, I'll share the process from how I started, how it developed overtime, and where I am now with pricing vehicles without seeing the condition. If you enjoyed this episode and it helped you in some way, I’d love to hear about it....

As a mobile detailer, you'll find yourself in many different locations. Some are better and easier to locate and work from compared to others. Over the last few years, we've found ourselves in almost every type of situation. In this episode, I'll share key things you need to be mindful of before driving to the customers location. It sounds pretty straightforward but there's a f...

Why is it that one detailer can charge premium rates while another detailer in the same area struggles to get customers even when their prices are lower? There's many factors that can be attribute it. In this episode, I'll focus on one aspect that you can change that get greatly impact your business and produce better results for your customers and in return, more revenue for your busine...

2021 is right around the corner. Many of us will take the first step to start our business. After the first 90 days, do you still want to be planning what you'll be doing or would you rather be servicing customers and making money? In this episode, I'll share a plan for you to execute the first 90 days of your business. Start the new year on the right foot and set yourself up for success...

This is a new Q&A series I'm starting where I'll answer the questions you send in to me via email, DM, or comments. Here's what we'll cover in this episode: Should you pay someone to create a website for you? Should you hire someone to do the SEO for you?  How much should I spend on Facebook ads?  Do you pass out business cards? What's the best content to post on Insta...

There's so many things that can go wrong in your business. In the beginning phase, you're more prone to make more mistakes since you're just getting the hang of things. In this episode, I'll share three basic, but very important things, you should avoid when you're starting your business. Everyone wants to hear the advanced tactics and strategies, but if you miss out on th...

A lot of us would love to focus 100% of our time and energy into growing our business. You want to quit your job, get all the tools and products that you need, and go make money. Well, what happens when you do all of that, and things DON'T workout in your favor? Everyone likes to talk about the person who betted on themselves, committed everything, and came out on top. But what about those pe...

So you want to make more money by increasing your rates? Sounds easy, but how do you get the confidence to charge more for your services? In this episode, we’ll cover 6 things you can do in order to move in the right direction.  If you enjoyed this episode and it helped you in some way, I’d love to hear about it. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories,...

Search engine optimization can be confusing. In this episode, I answer some of the questions I've received in the SEO For Detailers Facebook Pop-up group.  Join the SEO For Detailers Pop-up Group. I'll be holding two more live training sessions: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3226383214134231 If you enjoyed this episode and it helped you in some way, I’d love to hear about it. Take a sc...

Some of the most frequent questions I get are; "What's the best platform for SEO? Is there any specific software I need? What are the basic requirements to do SEO?" I know there's a lot of confusion about what all you need to get started, but the answer is actually the complete opposite of what most people think. So in this episode, I'm going to spill the beans on everythi...

Growing a business isn't a one-way journey to success with little to no failures. It's the complete opposite. You're starting from the bottom, you have to jump through all the problems and hurdles, and work your way up.  That's easier said than done. In today's episode, I want dig a bit deeper into how we should handle problems when they arise. This isn't talked about...

So you've been working on your SEO and you're wondering when you'll start to see some results? It makes sense. You want to build your detailing business and actually start making money. The problem is most people have no idea if they're moving in the right direction. In this episode, I'll walk you through how you should track your rankings to ensure you're on the righ...

When I first started my business in 2011, I wanted to do everything myself. Why? Because no one else could do the job like I would. I would be the master detailer and no one could replicate my skills and passion. At least that’s what I thought. Fast-forward 9 years and I brought on a partner into the detailing business to help me scale to the next phase! In this episode, you’ll learn why I finally...

Why should you care about search engine optimization (SEO) and how can it transform your business? There's two main reasons why you should really consider focusing your efforts on this marketing channel. If you really want to grow your business and you want to think long-term, this can be a perfect solution.  Reminder: Next Friday, August 14th, my online course SEO For Detailers is opening up...

So you're ready to start your business but your wondering how do you actually get customers? There's plenty of marketing channels for you to choose from, but which one is the right one? In this episode, I'll talk about two of the more popular options of Facebook ads and search engine optimization (SEO). Learn what each one is, the pros and cons of each, and what I recommend.  Remind...

You can be busy from 9am to 6pm Monday through Friday and feel like an entrepreneur. Unfortunately, just because you spend a lot of time being busy doesn't mean you're being productive. When you start your business, you don't have to do a dozen different things at once to be successful. You have to focus on one key thing to transform your business. In this episode, I'll share w...

In an ideal world, you'd want to live in a city where you can detail year-round without being affected by the weather. It's never too hot or cold. But, as we know, only a few places can match that criteria. So how about everyone else that has to handle the cold winter seasons? What if it rains really bad? What if it continually hits freezing temperatures? This will play a crucial part in...

When you start your business, you’ll spend a lot of time trying to come up with the perfect pricing for your services. You’ll analyze your competition and compare their services and prices to what you’ll offer. In this episode, I’ll share with you how you should price your services, who will be your first set of customers, and how you’ll be able to raise your prices over time.  Reminder: My premiu...

Not all of us will start with a dedicated work van, water tank, and pressure washer. So how do you start your business and service customers if you have limited flexibility on where you can work?  It's easy when you go to a customers' home location as they'll have water and power hookup for you. But what about when you go to an apartment? In this Quick Tip Wednesday, I'll share...