The Journey to Independence in Business | Motor Trade Mentors Ep25

In this episode, James Alford and Theo Cook are joined by Nathan from Castle View Car Sales to explore the challenges of growing a car sales business, from transitioning to a new site to mastering advertising and managing customer expectations. They delve into tech tools, sales strategies, and real-world lessons on navigating the ever-evolving motor trade.

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Chapters

• 0:00 Intro
• 2:31 Advertising and Marketing Strategies
• 6:39 Exploring Sales Channels and Strategies
• 9:36 The Debate on Business Identity: Garage vs. Car Sales
• 14:13 Cam Belt Policies: Balancing Customer Expectations
• 17:37 Valuation Tools: The Importance of Cap HPI
• 21:54 Warranties: Building Trust and Customer Value
• 28:33 DMS Systems: Choosing the Right Tools for Efficiency
• 31:48 Streamlining Workflows with Technology
• 39:28 Optimizing Website Functionality for Business Growth
• 47:27 Future Planning and Business Strategy