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Shifting Metal 2.0
My name's Joe Betty and I'm a plumber turned car dealer and entrepreneur.
This podcast is brought to you by the Shifting Metal YouTube channel. Real Torque is centred around life in the motor trade and car talk but covers all aspects of life
https://www.youtube.com/@ShiftingMetal
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Episodes
65 episodes
Customer Almost Killed Me… Then Asked Me to Fix CD Player! | Motor Trade Mentors Ep24
Theo & James sit down with Lewis Spencer, owner of LS AutoBan Motors. From starting as a trainee to running his own dealership, Lewis shares his journey, challenges, and lessons in car sales. They discuss social media, selling from home, bu...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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47:06
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Driving Through Stress, Mental Health In Car Sales | Motor Trade Mentors Ep23
If you work in the motor trade and need any help reach out to https://ben.org.ukJames Alford, Theo Cook, and Paul Jackson dive into men's mental health in the motor trade. They share personal experiences, coping strategies, and the impo...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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1:15:40
Buying Cars is Always a Gamble! | Dealerchat Ep32 ft Tom Ellis
Joe Betty, Chops Garage, and Tom Ellis dive into the realities of running a car dealership, highlighting Tom's journey with Car-Rite Limited. They discuss trade sales challenges, customer trust, profit margins, and the evolving role of finance....
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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1:21:35
They Need To As Hungry As You! | Motor Trade Mentors Ep22
Hosts Theo Cook and James Alford chat with Jonathan Chorley-Burdett about his journey from kitchen design to founding SVM Automotive. They explore car sales strategies, Auto Trader insights, FCA regulations, vehicle prep, pricing tactics, and s...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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1:00:28
Teaming Up With Mr Wheeler Dealer | Dealerchat Ep31 ft James Elkington
Host Joe Betty welcomes returning guest Steven Douglas and special guest James Elkington, co-founder of One Automotive. They discuss James’s journey from valeting to becoming a top car dealer alongside Mike Brewer. The conversation covers the c...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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1:45:44
That's It No More Buying Cars? | Dealerchat Ep30 ft Sheik Hassan
The hosts discuss the evolving car market, Sheik's decision to pause purchases, and its impact on his business. They explore challenges in the used car industry, traditional marketing, Japanese imports, and auction houses. The conversation cove...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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1:22:10
Building a Car Sales Business from the Ground Up! | Motor Trade Mentors Ep21
In this episode, Theo Cook and James Alford guide Adam Wall, co-founder of Daytona Car Sales, through key strategies for success in the car sales industry. They cover everything from stock selection and financing to online marketing and custome...
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1:02:24
Buying Cars By The Boat-load| Dealerchat Ep29 ft Malcolm Beattie
Joe Betty, Chops, Umesh Samani, and Malcolm Beattie dive into the challenges and successes of running MB Motors. They discuss in-house mechanics vs. outsourcing, stock management, customer expectations, and business growth. The conversation als...
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1:41:55
Becoming a Car Trader with £50k | Motor Trade Mentors Ep20
James Alford and Theo Cook sit down with Darren Sharp, who is taking his first steps into the car sales industry. After closing his previous service-based business and taking time off for his newborn, Darren is now ready to build something new ...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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53:37
He Cut His Auto Trader Bill By £10,000 - Whats Changed? | Dealerchat Ep28 ft Sheik Hassan
In this episode of DealerChat, hosts Chops and Joe sit down with special guest Sheik Hassan to dive deep into the evolving car sales market. From the impact of COVID-19 and rising aggregators to dealership challeng...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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1:33:46
Fail Fast To Improve Your Business | Motor Trade Mentors Ep19
Hosts James Alford and Theo Cook sit down with returning guest Sam Watts to catch up on how his car sales business has evolved since his last appearance. They discuss the highs and lows of the industry, scaling challenges, branding strategies, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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1:05:44
Building A Car Sales Empire From Scratch | Dealerchat Ep27 ft Scott Sibley
Joe, Theo and Chops interview Scott Sibley, owner of Red Gate Lodge and Deal Away Trade to Trade Platform. They dive into Scott's journey from selling cars at home to building a thriving dealership, discussing the challenges, lessons, and strat...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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1:59:28
Can We Teach Harley Trent About Stocking the Forecourt? | Motor Trade Mentors Ep18
Dave and James talk to Harley Trent about his journey in car sales. They discuss stock management, pricing strategies, social media marketing, and Harley's uncertainty about the shift to electric vehicles. Tune in for insights on customer care,...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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1:16:16
It’s Hard to Run a Used Car Dealership – Here’s Why | Dealerchat Ep26 ft Stephen Douglas
Join hosts Joe and Chops on the Dealerchat Podcast as they chat with Stephen Douglas from Real Easy Car Credit. Together, they dive into the world of car financing and subprime finance, sharing insights on running a dealership, marketing strate...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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1:47:22
High Peak Autos Tips For Cracking the Car Sales Code | Dealerchat Ep25 ft High Peak Autos
Hosts Joe, Chops, and Dave team up with guest Matt Goodwin of High Peak Autos to uncover dealership secrets, selling under $5K cars, tackling warranties, and mastering social media. From customer expectations to innovative business moves—don’t ...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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1:20:37
Celebrating Community: The Dealer Chat Awards Special | Dealerchat Ep24
In this exciting episode of the Dealer Chat podcast, hosts Joe, Chops, and Dave celebrate the incredible achievements of the car dealership community with the Dealer Chat Awards!We’re honoring the standout guests and contributors ...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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51:37
Secrets to Thriving in the Motor Trade? | Motor Trade Mentors Ep17
In this episode of the Motor Trade Mentors Podcast, hosts Dave Gott and James Alford are joined by Mariani Robinson from MSH Cars UK. They discuss Mariani's inspiring journey in car sales, focusing on sustainability, catering ...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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1:00:05
The Rise of Affordable Classics Nostalgia | Dealerchat Ep23 ft Sam Grange-Bailey
In this exciting episode of Dealerchat, hosts Joe and Chops are joined by special guest Sam Grange Bailey from Southern Cars to dive into the dynamic world of classic cars! 🚗✨Here’s what’s in store:🔹 How the classic car market is ev...
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1:28:27
How We’d Start Selling Cars If We Could Start Again | Motor Trade Mentors Ep16
In this episode, the hosts explore the key steps to starting a successful automotive business with a budget of £50,000. They share practical advice, personal stories, and actionable tips for navigating the challenges of the motor trade. Whether...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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1:01:06
Business Success Beyond Money | Dealerchat Ep22 ft Danny Bond
Danny Bond, an international DJ turned car sales entrepreneur. Danny shares his journey from DJing to founding DB Automotive, covering marketing strategies, personal branding, managing business growth, and adapting to market changes. They discu...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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1:58:24
Overcoming Cash Flow Challenges in Car Sales! | Motor Trade Mentors Ep15
Joe and Dave chat with Craig Stevenson from SVS Car Sales about his journey from valeting to car sales. Craig shares how COVID-19 impacted his business, while the team covers key topics like financial management, cash flow, stock sourcing, and ...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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1:02:30
Who's At Fault When Buying A Trade Car With Hidden History? | Dealerchat Ep21 ft Jaime Turner
Join Joe Betty, Chops, and Jaime Turner of Tailored Vehicle Solutions as they dive into the car sales world! Discover tips on vehicle checks, pricing strategies, managing customer expectations, and handling reviews. Jamie shares his journey fro...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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1:22:38
The Trade Is Getting Tough! | Dealerchat Ep15 LIVE @ G3 | ft Jamie Caple
Join Joe, Dave, Chops, Rob & Jamie on the Dealer Chat Podcast as they share insights from the G3 car auction. They discuss market trends, pricing dynamics, and the challenges of today's car trade environment. Topics include CAP, AutoTrader,...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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1:18:35
Learning from Past Mistakes in the Motor Trade | Motor Trade Mentors Ep14
In this episode of the Motor Trade Mentors Podcast, Joe Betty and David Gott tackle the challenges of the automotive market, covering stock management, pricing strategies, and building a sustainable business. They discuss auction proce...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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1:01:12
From BROKE to BOOMING | Dealerchat Ep19 ft Sheik Hassan
In this Dealer Chat episode, Joe Betty and David Gott sit down with Sheik Hassan, owner of Motor4U, to discuss his inspiring journey in the car sales industry. They explore challenges in scaling a dealership, the importance of teamwork, evolvin...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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1:27:35