The RoadFS Podcast

This week we sit down with Shad Stoker from Buddco Distributing to explore some of the stumbling blocks he sees that get in the way of business owners and what he recommends to overcome them. Show highlights: The power of mindset Overcoming feeling like you are stagnant Failure is an opportunity to grow Lessons for business from a Spartan Race Hit the wall then solve it. Don't worry about the wall...

One of the goals we've had for RoadFS Detail Memoirs for 2022 is to highlight great opportunities for you business owners to elevate your game so you can be more successful and ultimately more profitable. About a month ago we were at the 3 Day Advance Polishing course. This week we are dropping into the Rupes USA Repair Facility to give you a backroom view of what is available to you to keep your...

This week we dig into the topic so many business owners struggle to face and get their hands successfully around and that is money management. Show highlights: Valuing your expertise and pricing your services appropriately Set up a separate bank account Building a financial plan to achieve your goals Work with a financial advisor Get a revolving line of credit Keep great records and automate syste...

Live from Southern Detailer's Conference with Carlos Galan - owner of Diamond In The Rough and Distributor/Ambassador for ONYX Coating joins us to discuss his drive to continually add-new services to drive a better customer experience and profits.   Carlos Galan Diamond In The Rough Detailing ONYX Coating

Live from Southern Detailer's Conference with Jamie Gonzalez owner of JNG Auto. He shares his passion and commitment to leveling up and helping every member of his team become even better than himself.   Guest Jamie Gonzalez JNG Auto

Kicking off the weekend for the Southern Detailer's Conference in Lexington, KY. if you're a detailer you need to be at this event to help level up your game as a business owner.

We can't believe it's a week away from Southern Detailer's Conference. We connect with Daryl Lyons to explore what's in store at this only conference specifically tailored for detailers.   Southern Detailer's Conference Big D - Daryl Lyons www.southerndetailersconference.com Hosts: Jody Sedrick and Rod Puzey RoadFS Detail Memoirs roadfs.com and zenware.com

Hey Guys Today is a shout-out to the Rupes USA team and an invitation to keep your eyes tuned in the next couple of weeks as there is a lot to come and on the schedule!

This week we took the short flight to the Rupes Big Foot Academy to visit Jason Rose and his training team. We catch the last day of the 3-day Master Level Sanding, Polishing, and Finishing Course. We stick around an extra day to catch the IDA Skills Validation Certification.   Guest Jason Rose Rupes USA www.rupesusa.com   Hosts: Jody Sedrick and Rod Puzey RoadFS Detail Memoirs roadfs.co...

This week we get to sit down with Richard Hutchins, owner of Leather Repair Company. We will explore his amazing journey in the automotive industry as well as what it took to create a STRONG brand based on great training and customer care.  And NO YOU CAN'T STEAM Leather!   Tap in to this episode as we talk to the GURU of leather care and repair - Richard Hutchins.   Guest: Richard...

This week DJ Patterson former IDA President, owner of Eco Green Detailing, and detailing business coach joins us to share his amazing story and share some tips that will help your business.   We explore how he built his mobile detailing business for over 12 years and then made the strategic decision to completely eliminate that line of business. Why did he make that decision? What was the fal...

We're going OFF ROAD with Keith Duplessie and Kyle Clark on RoadFS Detail Memoirs.  P&S Detail Products has a new lineup of products tailored for off-road enthusiasts.  Join us as we explore what's on the horizon for both detailers and off-road aficionados. Guests: Keith Duplessie & Kyle Clark P&S Detail Products Hosts:   Rod Puzey - Instagram @rodpuzey Jody Sedrick - In...

When you hear accounting as a business owner do you just want to pull your hair out? Today we dig in deep to discuss why accounting and bookkeeping are critical in helping you build a profitable business. Keeping good records of ALL your expenses Understanding what expenses you can track for your business Talking to a tax advisor to leverage tax breaks Accounting can help you take advantage of gov...

We are counting down the days to the Southern Detailer's Conference - June 4-5, 2022.   Sheldon Kaye, Clint Hintz, Daryl Lyons join us to discuss the partnering of Convexx to take SDC to the next level and what's in store this summer in Lexington, KY.    A shout out to the Diamond Sponsors of SDC include AutoGeek, RoadFS, Pro Products, and Detail Bookie   Guest: Sheldon Ka...

Does it make sense to expand your detailing business into selling products on E-Bay?  Some detailer business owners are getting creative and Paul Apollonia is dropping into RoadFS Detail Memoirs to share what he's done to expand his business to become not only an E-Bay Seller but also a trainer.    Guest Paul Apollonia Owner Onsite Auto Recon Detailing at Auto Appearances Inc E-Bay...

2022 is in full gear. So many changes, so many suppliers moving to bring products to help your business. This week Chris Metcalf of Flex North America joins us to explore what they have lined up for 2022 that will help your business.   Tap in today at 10:00 am MST / 12:00 EST right here on Facebook Live or YouTube We're working to IMPACT your business! Guest Chris Metcalf Flex North America H...

5 Stars Baby!  That’s right every review is 5 Stars from Kyle Kamas!   We dig in deep to explore his secret for creating not only a 5 Star Business but a five-star lifestyle.    Guest Kyle Kamas Kyle's Auto Detailing  Hosts: Rod Puzey - Instagram @rodpuzey Jody Sedrick - Instagram @jodysedrick   RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a Production of RoadFS ( roadfs.com ) and Zenwar...

This week on RoadFS Detail Memoirs Business 101 Series with Prentice St. Clair we shuffle through our notes, look through boxes, and go into storage to look at Customer Records.   What should you keep? How should you keep it? And how can it help you make better business decision?   Guest: Prentice St. Clair Detail in Progress https://detailinprogress.com / 619-701-1100   Hosts: Rod...

We dig in deep with another business owner that is creating huge opportunities for his detailing business. Here's the kicker he's only been in business for 13 months. Join us as we explore his journey and what he learned along the way.   Show highlights  How he decided to become a detailer  Going through 3 different trainings; Ding King, Detailing Success, Mel Craig  Power of w...

This week we drop in to take a look at the day to day operations of a detail products distributor with Brandon and Meridith Ward.  We get their perspective on the detailing industry and some key points to help your detailing Business.   Guest: Brandon & Meridith Ward Carolina Detail Supply https://www.carolinadetailsupply.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinadetailsupply...

Welcome to the 6th episode of our Business 101 Series with Prentice St. Clair. This week we discuss the challenges of scheduling and how critical it is to streamline your business.   Easy to waste a lot of time especially if you’re a mobile detailing  Taking charge of your schedule as much as possible  Create scarcity to organize your schedule to diminish travel time  Strategic...

Last week it was boats, this week it’s "Shiny Jets" with Brett Barry owner of Shiny Jets. If you've thought about adding planes to your service offering you DO NOT want to miss this episode. Brett is one of the premier detailers of planes in his market and offers an incredible training program. Show highlights: Moving from operating heavy equipment to detailing Making the decision to detail airpla...

We are still stuck in the middle of winter but we have summer and BOATS on our mind.  We get asked quite a bit by different detailers if they should add boat detailing to their service offering. This week Parker Richards, The Boat Whisperer, joins us to talk about detailing boats, how he balances his own boat detailing business, and travels the world as a GTechniq Marine Trainer   Show H...

This week we visit with Yasir Waqaar owner of Red Clay Detailing. We explore his attention to quality and providing his customers with a personal and professional detailing experience. We will also explore what he has in store for 2022! Check out these key takeaways: Starting with what you have  Treat it like a business, not a side hustle Invest in training especially business training Taking...

Merry Christmas! This week we visit with Mike Hoekstra owner of Auto Massage.  Facing layoffs he decided to launch his detailing business in March of 2021.  Since then he has built a thriving business in Grand Forks North Dakota.  We explore   Making the decision to launch his business  Creative ways to cross-promote with other businesses to grow his business.  The im...