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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.com and zenware.com

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 Hutchins Leather Repair Company https://leatherrepaircompany.com/  Hosts: Rod Puzey Jody Sedrick RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a production of Zenware, Inc. and RoadFS 

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 fallout? And what opportunities did that create?   Guest: D.J. Patterson ECO Green Detailing Instagram: @djpatterson Hosts:   Rod Puzey - Instagram @rodpuzey Jody Sedrick - Instagram @jodysedrick  RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a Production of RoadFS (roadfs.com) and Zenware Inc. (zenware.com)

We're going OFF ROAD with Keith Duplessie and Kyle Clark on RoadFS Detail Memoirs.     Join us as we get the dirt on this new product line from P&S Detail Products --- OFF ROAD Guests: Keith Duplessie & Kyle Clark P&S Detail Products Hosts:   Rod Puzey - Instagram @rodpuzey Jody Sedrick - Instagram @jodysedrick  RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a Production of RoadFS (roadfs.com) and Zenware Inc. (zenware.com)

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 government grants Understanding what’s needed if you want to sell your business Understanding how to read a P&L Setting up your business as a corporation instead of a sole proprietor Get a separate business banking and credit account Co-Host Prentice St. Clair Detailing Academy (619) 701-1100 https://detailinprogress.com/  Hosts Jody Sedrick and Rod Puzey RoadFS powered by Zenware

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 Kaye (Convexx) Clint Hintz ( Buff & Shine MFG) Daryl "Big D" Lyons   Hosts: Rod Puzey Jody Sedrick

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 Trainer & Reseller Hosts:   Rod Puzey - Instagram @rodpuzey Jody Sedrick - Instagram @jodysedrick  RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a Production of RoadFS (roadfs.com) and Zenware Inc. (zenware.com)

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

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 Zenware Inc. (zenware.com)

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 Puzey Jody Sedrick RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a production or RoadFS (roadfs.com) and Zenware (zenware.com)

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 word of mouth  Getting through his first dry spell of work  Leveraging a marketing company to help him market his business  The importance and power of business training to drive your business growth  Marketing to your client versus other detailers   Guest Anthony Aguilar Revive Auto Solutions https://www.reviveautosolutions.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reviveautosolutions/  Hosts: Rod Puzey - Instagram @rodpuzey Jody Sedrick - Instagram @jodysedrick  RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a Production of RoadFS (roadfs.com) and Zenware Inc. (zenware.com)

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/   Hosts: Rod Puzey   Jody Sedrick   RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a production of RoadFS and Zenware  

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  Strategically letting go of customers  Scheduling time for admin and marketing your business  Understanding how long each one of your services takes to complete  Simplify your service menu  Pre and post communication with your customer to create a customer experience  Followup with customers  Schedule admin time    Co-Host Prentice St. Clair Detailing Academy (619) 701-1100 https://detailinprogress.com/    Hosts: Rod Puzey (@rodpuzey) Jody Sedrick (@jodysedrick) 888-936-4249    RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a production of Zenware  https://roadfs.

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 airplanes - a strategic move Cutting his teeth on restoring a collection of planes His response when people ask him for a price to do planes Importance of having adequate insurance Quick overview of his aviation training The power of using software in your business to streamline your process His tips to weather the journey of being a business owner Brett Barry Shiny Jets Https://shinyjets.com Instagram: @shiny_jets_official Hosts: Rod Puzey (@rodpuzey) Jody Sedrick (@jodysedrick) 888-936-4249     RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a production of Zenware  https://roadfs.com or https://zenware.com

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 Highlights  Knowing your market  Time management is the key to working around the winter  IDA Marine Certification and working with different types of boat materials  Doubling down on your skills and expanding into trainer  Take the least aggressive approach to detailing  - knowing when to step away  Working with boat dealerships to create a strategic business relationship  Marine Training at Rupes, USA   Parker Richards Colorado Boat Detailing http://coloradoboatdetailing.com/ Instagram: @theboatwhisperer

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 time to ground yourself Guest: Yasir Waqaar Red Clay Detailing https://redclaydetailing.com/ Hosts: Rod Puzey - Instagram @rodpuzey Jody Sedrick - Instagram @jodysedrick RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a Production of RoadFS (roadfs.com) and Zenware Inc. (zenware.com)

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 importance and power of training   "I am double the price of other detailers in my area" - How he justifies that to his customers  Advice for new business owners starting off   Guest Mike Hoekstra Auto Massage https://www.automassagellc.com/  Hosts: Rod Puzey and Jody Sedrick RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a Production of RoadFS (roadfs.com) and Zenware Inc. (zenware.com)

Let's get that BUSINESS!  We know that's what's on your mind as a business owner and the driver behind our Business 101 Series with Prentice St. Clair   Last week we jumped into part 1 of Marketing your detailing business.  This week we jump into Part 2. Our plan is to go into more detail on specific marketing strategies you can implement to attract new customers.   We'd also love to hear some of your go-to marketing strategies to attract new business. Comment below so we can all learn.   Co-Host Prentice St. Clair Detailing Academy (619) 701-1100 https://detailinprogress.com/  Hosts: Rod Puzey (https://instagram.com/rodpuzey) Jody Sedrick (https://instagram.com/jodysedrick) 888-936-4249   RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a production of Zenware  https://roadfs.com or https://zenware.com

How do I get customers? How do I market my business? How do I get repeat business? HowI do I make sales? Those are just a few questions relating to marketing. This week we will kick of a two part series on Marketing your business as part of the RoadFS Business 101 series with Prentice St. Clair This week we explore Marketing. What is the best marketing Finding and attracting the ideal customer how do we build a good marketing strategy when we are just starting out What does it look like when you are working? Do you look professional? Decide which market you are going after Don't be afraid to ask for referrals Logos, business cards, branding, uniforms Using your vehicle as a billboard Should you create a brochure or not - should you include pricing? Make sure to join us for Part 2 where we get into more specific strategies on how to market your business. Co-Host Prentice St. Clair Detailing Academy (619) 701-1100 https://detailinprogress.com/ Hosts Rod Puzey (https://instagram.com/rodpuzey) Jody

Santa's helpers are loading up goodies and doing an doing a full detail and ceramic coating and then stuffing it with presents for a Veteran's family in their area. Join us today as we explore the genesis of Operation Sleigh Shine and how this amazing service is extending to other participating detailers across the country. Scott Macha created this event 6 years ago and  has grown to include detailers from across the nation including Shane Mayfield, Joan Flores, Andrew Swenson, Jim Goguen and Harry Sandwith. Join us Thursday to see how the men are giving back to some of the men and women who have sacrificed so much for us. Guest Scott Macha Total Eclipse Detailing Hosts: @rodpuzey and @jodysedrick @RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a production of RoadFS and Zenwareinc