Oscar Gil

The Detailing Business Class Podcast

Business EN ↓ 270 episodes

How do I start an auto detailing business? What am I supposed to charge for my services? How do I get customers? Oscar shares the proven strategies and tactics he's learned over the last 9 years to turn your detailing skills and passion into a profitable business. In this podcast, you won't learn how to detail, but you'll learn everything about the detailing business side of it.

Author

Oscar Gil

Category

Business

Podcast website

detailgroove.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

May 26, 2026

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Episodes

107: This One Thing is Holding You Back From Growing Your Business | BT 02 01.09.2022

This is a power-packed podcast about running and growing any business. These are lessons that I've been through, what Cesar has gone through, and what we see other business, like detailers and HVAC operators go through.  Some of the things we cover are:  What's your favorite business movie?  What's your favorite business books?  How to gain a lot of experience and skills  An importa...

106: 4 Tips Any Detailer Can Use in Their Business Today 25.08.2022

⚡️ Try Jobber with a 14-day free trial and 20% off for 6 months: http://www.getjobber.com/oscargil When it comes to growing your detailing business, people tend to look at the more advanced tactics or strategies to get them to the next level. You want to run Facebook ads, you want to hire someone, or maybe get a new van or tool. But a lot of times, if we just focus on refining the basics of what...

105: Why We DON'T Target "High-End Customers" (and Why You Shouldn't Either) 18.08.2022

What's the best way to grow your detailing business and make more money? A lot of detailers will say you have to target the high-end market, but I completely disagree with this.  In this podcast episode, I share why you shouldn't focus on targeting higher-end customers, what we do to offer a premium service and price, and what you should do if you want to attract the right kind of custom...

104: What To Do When The Leads Slow Down in Your Detailing Business 28.07.2022

Get on the SEO For Detailers waiting list: https://detailgroove.co/seo-for-detailers-waiting-list Today I'm answering questions you've sent me through Instagram DMs. Here's what we're covering:  When the leads start to slow down, what do you do to fill up the schedule again?  I've had a lot of cancellations this month.  What do I do?  I've gotten 17,000 views on my Go...

103: Stop Listening To People Who Don’t Run a Detailing Business 26.07.2022

Get on the SEO For Detailers waiting list: https://detailgroove.co/seo-for-detailers-waiting-list I recently posted a video on TikTok that garnered a few hundred thousand views. Sounds great, right? But if you look at the comment section, most people are against what I'm saying. In this podcast episode, I'll breakdown why I don't care what other people say about my business, why soc...

102: How To Manage Burnout and Overworking Yourself in Your Detailing Business 21.07.2022

Have you ever felt burnt-out in your detailing business? This is when things are getting to hard, your mind isn't really where it should be, and you feel lost of what you're even doing? It happens to all of us.  In this podcast episode, I'll breakdown why you might be feeling burnt out, what I personally do to manage it, and the reality of your business taking a toll on you. ⚡️ Try...

101: How We Schedule Mobile Jobs vs Shop Jobs in Our Detailing Business 14.07.2022

As you get more and more customers, trying to schedule everyone into the schedule in a timely manner can sometimes be difficult. On top of that, if you're starting to juggle between a shop and multiple vans, things get even more complicated. In this episode, I share how we go about scheduling jobs for our shop, mobile unit, and how everyone will have a slightly different approach. ⚡️ Use Job...

100: I've Lost Thousands of Dollars Growing My Detailing Business... And You'll Do The Same 08.07.2022

⚡️ Use Jobber and get 20% off for 6 months: http://www.getjobber.com/oscargil Most of us are going to start a business with very limited financial resources. And because of that, we need to stretch every dollar as much as we can. But there's a cold truth you have to understand, and even be okay with, when it comes to running a business. In this episode, I talk about why it's inevitable...

99: Is Your Market Saturated with Cheap Detailers? 30.06.2022

How do you charge higher rates if there's so many cheap detailers in your area? Is there anyway out of this situation? This is one of the most common issues I hear amongst detailers on why they can't start, grow, or charge more in their business.  In today's podcast episode, I'll share my thoughts on why other detailers shouldn't affect your business, an example of what ha...

98: How Much Money Do You REALLY Need To Start Your Detailing Business? 23.06.2022

What's the right amount you need in order to start your detailing business? Is it $500, 1,500, or $5,000?  In today's episode, I'll share why the budget doesn't matter as much as you think, what your main goal should be, and how I view things when I'm starting a new venture. This episode is great for those that are looking to get started!  📺 Proper Care YouTube Channel 📺...

97: Stop Acting Like a Detailer (and Do This Instead) 16.06.2022

SEO For Detailers waiting list: https://detailgroove.co/seo-for-detailers-waiting-list What's the most important thing to focus on in your detailing business? Most people will say the detailing side of things, and although that's true, that doesn't paint the entire picture of your business.  In this episode, I breakdown why you you should stop thinking like a detailer, the common pr...

96: The First Steps I'd Take To Market a New Business | Local SEO Growth 01 13.06.2022

This is the first installment of a new series called Local SEO Growth. This is where I take a website and rank it on the first page of Google and document the process on the podcast. In this episode, you'll learn the type of business I'm working with,  how I plan for growth with SEO, and what we could do if we ran Google Ads. Get on the SEO For Detailers waiting list: https://detailgroov...

95: A Major Hurdle To Overcome in Your Detailing Business 09.06.2022

Whether you're just starting or you're already an established business, you will always have this constant problem; available cash. In this podcast episode, I'll share with you how detailers can grow their business, the different ways you can get money to grow, and what the best situation is to be when you're just starting your business. SEO For Detailers Waiting List: https://...

94: Never Do This in Your Detailing Business (It Hurts More Than Helps) 02.06.2022

The success or failure of your business is 100% dependent on the decisions you make on the daily basis. In this episode, I talk about why you need to be aware of short-term decisions and how that can affect your business. 📺 Proper Care YouTube Channel 📺  Detail Groove YouTube Channel 📷 Instagram: @detailgroove 📷 Instagram: @propercareusa 📗 The Ultimate Guide To Start Your Detailing Business:...

93: Marketing a Detailing Business vs Dental Practice: What's The Difference? | BT 01 31.05.2022

Is there any difference when it comes to marketing a detailing business vs a dental practice? In this first episode of a new series called Business Talk, we go over a wide range of topics from marketing different business, what happens when a business is in "desperate mode", and our predictions for the NBA Finals.  📺 Proper Care YouTube Channel 📺  Detail Groove YouTube Channel 📷 Insta...

92: You HAVE To Do This In Your Detailing Business (or You Won't Get Customers) 26.05.2022

Want to build instant trust with potential customers in your detailing business? Well, there's one sure way to go about this and it's something you'll never stop doing. In this episode, I'll share why you need reviews, how they can impact your business, and how to get your first round of online reviews. Get a 14-day free trial and 20% off your first 6 months: http://www.getjobb...

91: When's The Right Time To Open a Detail Shop? Here's My Advise... 19.05.2022

A big goal for many detailers is to open their own detail shop. But the difficult questions is; when is the right time to due so?   In this episode, I share my viewpoints on why I didn't think about a shop for years, the difference between opening a detail shop versus adding a second van, and what a shop allows you to do. 📺 Proper Care YouTube Channel 📺  Detail Groove YouTube Channel 📷 Ins...

90: Can You Start a Detailing Business Without a Generator or Pressure Washer? 12.05.2022

Should you lower your prices if you don't have your own pressure washer or generator? How do you go about finding a mentor to help you grow your business? In this episode, I answer your submitted questions. 📺 Proper Care YouTube Channel 📺  Detail Groove YouTube Channel 📷 Instagram: @detailgroove 📷 Instagram: @propercareusa 📗 The Ultimate Guide To Start Your Detailing Business: https://bi...

89: Tips To Hiring Your First Part-Time Helper in Your Detailing Business 05.05.2022

Is your business at the point where it needs an extra set of hands? In this episode, I'll give you my tips on how to find a part-time helper, why you shouldn't overthink it, and the impact a helper can have in the early phases of your business.  📺 Proper Care YouTube Channel 📺  Detail Groove YouTube Channel 📷 Instagram: @detailgroove 📷 Instagram: @propercareusa 📗 The Ultimate Guide...

88: This is Essential To Starting Your Detailing Business 28.04.2022

What does it take to start and grow a detailing business? Most people have the wrong idea of the steps you need to take which leads to stagnant growth. In this episode, I'll breakdown my own journey and how the early stages shaped my growth. SEO For Detailers Waiting List: https://detailgroove.co/seo-for-detailers-waiting-list 📺 Proper Care YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC...

87: Be Careful with Being Comfortable as a Professional Detailer 25.04.2022

Are you doing what you're supposed to be doing in order to grow your detailing business? In this episode, I share my process on how I audit myself and determine whether or not I'm moving in the right direction. SEO For Detailers Waiting List: https://detailgroove.co/seo-for-detailers-waiting-list 📺 Proper Care YouTube Channel 📺  Detail Groove YouTube Channel 📷 Instagram: @detailgroove...

86: You Must ALWAYS Do This as a Professional Detailer 14.04.2022

If you want to start or grow your detailing business, you have to face the cold reality of what that really means. In this episode, I'll share with you a key part of what I look for when I make decisions. 📺 Proper Care YouTube Channel 📺  Detail Groove YouTube Channel 📷 Instagram: @detailgroove 📷 Instagram: @propercareusa 📗 The Ultimate Guide To Start Your Detailing Business: https://bit....

85: Professional Detailers Need To Stop With These Excuses 07.04.2022

What's the reason why you can't charge more for your services? Most detailers will give you the same answer, but I'm here to tell you it's something else. In this podcast episode, you'll learn what you need to focus on in order to be in more control of your business and revenue. 📺 Proper Care YouTube Channel 📺  Detail Groove YouTube Channel 📷 Instagram: @detailgroove 📷...

84: The Pros and Cons Between Mobile Detailing and Home Garage 31.03.2022

What's the best way to start your detailing business? Isn't by going to the customers location with mobile detailing or should they drop off the vehicle at your home-garage? In this episode, I'll breakdown the key points to each one. 📺 Proper Care YouTube Channel 📺  Detail Groove YouTube Channel 📷 Instagram: @detailgroove 📷 Instagram: @propercareusa 📗 The Ultimate Guide To Star...

83: Why I Stopped Being a Detailer and How That Impacted My Business and Life 17.03.2022

I started my detailing business in 2011. Since then, I have heavily focused on the marketing and business development side of things.  In this episode, I'll peel back the layer of what got me into marketing, how I was able to apply what I learned across different brands and industries, and some of the important things you need to focus on as you grow your business. Get on the SEO For Detailer...

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