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How to Upsell Your Customers

July 11, 2011 By Nadeem

Harry Weimann, auto trim shop owner and Director of Education at WyoTech, is at it again - publishing "Interior Insights: How to Upsell Your Classic Car & Truck Customers" in this month's issue of Hotrod & Restoration. The article is a quick read and chock-full of insights and advice based on years of experience. It's also a follow up to his last piece, "How to Expand … [Read more...] about How to Upsell Your Customers

Does Your Trim Shop Have a Slogan?

May 25, 2011 By Nadeem

Does your auto trim shop have a slogan? If not, maybe it should. According to Business News Daily, "[I]f there's a lot of competition in your market, a good slogan could be the thing that separates you from the competition." It helps build brand awareness and communicates what you're all about. Many of our industry suppliers already use slogans. It's mostly independent auto … [Read more...] about Does Your Trim Shop Have a Slogan?

Why Incorporate Your Auto Trim Shop?

May 17, 2011 By Nadeem

Now that US tax season over, it's time to consider incorporating your shop. Doing so will help you save money on next year's tax return and limit your liability if something goes wrong. Small Business Trends recently published an article that does a great job of explaining how. … [Read more...] about Why Incorporate Your Auto Trim Shop?

Giving Constructive Advice to Employees

May 13, 2011 By Nadeem

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

The Value of Finding a Mentor

April 29, 2011 By Nadeem

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

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