Entrepreneur magazine published a short piece titled "Five Steps for Giving Productive Feedback" that's definitely worth a read – especially if you run your own auto upholstery business or manage one's shop-floor activities. … [Read more...] about Giving Constructive Advice to Employees
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The Hog Ring: Auto Upholstery Jobs
Times are tough and this economy ain't getting no better. That's why we've decided to add a jobs page to The Hog Ring - where aspiring auto trimmers, as well as seasoned pros, can go to learn about new opportunities in the field of auto upholstery. … [Read more...] about The Hog Ring: Auto Upholstery Jobs
The Value of Finding a Mentor
In an article titled "Learning Trim Basics from Experienced Craftspeople", Ace Eckleberry of ACE Custom Upholstery & Rod Shop encourages up and coming auto upholstery professionals to start off slow, stay humble and learn the ins and outs of the trade from an old-timer. In short, Ace recommends finding a mentor. … [Read more...] about The Value of Finding a Mentor
Raise Prices Without Angering Customers
Raising your auto upholstery shop's prices without angering customers can be a challenge. Dealerships, for example, may resist a $30 increase in the price of headliners - especially if they've been coming to you for years and are used to paying less. However, there are way to soften the blow. … [Read more...] about Raise Prices Without Angering Customers
Why You Should Work With Competitors
Check out Rick Spence's latest article in Financial Post, "Don't Let Competition Get in the Way." It's not explicitly about the auto trim industry, but offers a compelling argument on why you should collaborate (rather than do battle) with competitors. … [Read more...] about Why You Should Work With Competitors
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