I do this and I use Pinnacle's Waterless Concentrate with Carnauba (1:32). Best bang for your buck and quite honestly the wax is one of the best you can find in a spray form. I carry very few...
I love this. As a business owner, employees will be the biggest headache of all. But employees are the only thing that will set you free from being self employed. Recruit them, build them, lead them,...
I always ask for the upsell. Why would you not? You miss 100% of the shots you don't take. I've never buffed out a bumper to get an upsell, but I will clay a section of their hood and share with them...
You're letting rejection get to your head, and because of it you have stopped the most effective way to get business, door to door, face to face. When someone tells you no, think of it as: I am 1 no...
I think you should go full time as soon as you can afford to. If you have saved 3-4 months worth of your income and have enough to invest into all your business expenses for 3 months and initial...
I prefer a traditional wash too, but traditional washes also require several large waffle weave drying towels plus designated microfiber towels for interior and windows. Cold climates can be a...
What state are you from? Have you timed a rinseless vs a traditional? Have you considered waterless? I am 100% waterless and it is a huge selling point for my business. The bottom line is, which is...
I charge 120 extra for clay. But I include the wash as a monthly promotion. 2 of my guys can finish a clay and wax in 45 min including the interior. I had a 11 car day, but the avg ticket was $90. 6...
It may seem low, but my average days usually run 12-20 cars. With an average ticket of $60. I guess we could be playing completely different ball games, as I run more of a volume based operation.
Don't be afraid to list your additional details at a higher price. One of my favorite quotes by unknown "Price is only an issue in the absence of value." People will gladly pay when they feel like...
You have my utmost respect for going in full time. But are you all in? Going all in is a must. You only have option A and there can't be an option B. Treat it like a business, not a $5 start up. I...
Damn straight it's good for me. I've been working my butt off. Am I bragging? A little. But it's the best feeling to prove to the nay sayers that they were wrong.
It's going well. 3 work days so far. Tomorrow will be my 4th day and I'm thankful for the guy who brought up golf clubs cuz that's where I'm headed. Have serviced 42 vehicles in the past 3 days with...
I was at a wedding the other week and ran into one of my father's classmates who was rather successful. He started 2 companies. The 1st one failed, but the 2nd one he oversaw 200 employees and...
Finally got things started last week! Here she is! I was debating between a full sized van and a ford transit connect. I'm glad I went with the larger size van, but I feel like I could have stuffed...
About 3 years ago, I used to be a weekend warrior. Polishing out all my buddies cars, making them perfect. I was obsessed about products and techniques. While these 2 subjects are important, I...
