Aftermarket
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Waiting for the big one
I think we are all guilty of waiting for “It.” From the movies we watch, the stories we read, the…
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Prepare for customers as the holidays approach
You know, the holiday sales season game is on! You should be straight up in sell, promote; sell, promote; and…
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Empower your staff, but verify their work
As staffs and companies continue to constrict, it is important that we create an environment that our employees can excel…
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In-store brand marketing is a tactile form of media
Basically, merchandising is marketing (in other words, in-store marketing), and your store is a form of tactile media. Put the…
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Deciphering statistics for your dealership
Pay attention to the statistics that speak to you about your most probable customer – it is always easier to…
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Gray, cold, wet and a late start to the season for many
This season has presented our industry with a big challenge: poor weather. For us Northerners, it’s been cold, wet and…
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Are you aligned for growth?
As the season drives forward at full speed there are signs of recovery and growth. OEMs have new financing, unit…
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New products in retail emerge
Last month, I attended the Global Shop retail solutions trade show. Each year I have two missions: one, to seek…
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Avoid the parts and accessories department trap
Another season is coming and this year is going to go one of two ways: Really, really well or slightly…
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Add these to your to-do list for Dealer Expo
If you’re planning to attend Dealer Expo this week, we’ve put together a couple items to add to your to-do…
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The biggest news from the V-Twin Expo …
Tucker Rocky President Steve Johnson told Powersports Business the national distributor is “pushing a restart button” on Biker’s Choice, its…
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This growth will come more like a whisper
As if we added race gas to our tank, it seems there is a burst of acceleration, and the business…
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Five no-cost ways to make your store more profitable
In 2011, things are heading in a better direction. What small things can you do for big change?
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