CollisionCast

In the first installment of her FenderBender podcast, marketing expert Megan Williams explains how shops with small staffs can nevertheless build their brand effectively.

In a brand-new episode of From the Editors, editorial director Anna Zeck and vice president of content Bryce Evans dive deep into what defines a great shop culture. That’s the topic of this month’s feature, the Best Workplaces, a peer-nominated program that recognizes the best cultures in the industry (2:30). One thing all the honorees have in common? Their ability to enjoy the journey, rather than stay single-mindedly focused on the results, and prioritize doing things the right way (4:50). Another leader who has done just that is Louie Sharp, owner of Sharp Auto Body and a venerable leader in the industry. We talk about Louie’s transformation as a leader (8:50), as well as his tips for genuinely caring about your people (10:20) and the power of managing by wandering around (12:00). Finally, we close out the episode by discussing how to find the best ways to refuel your energy as a leader (15:28), as well as easy tips for doing so throughout the workday (20:00).  

FenderBender's associate editor, Kelly Beaton, recaps auto industry news in a quick-hitting, 3-minute podcast.

In this edition of CollisionCast, CARSTAR executive Dean Fisher explains what he envisions for the foreseeable future of the collision repair industry, including franchises like his increasingly partnering with dealership facilities.

In this edition of CollisionCast, Connecticut shop co-owner Jeff Olender explains the benefits of "boots-on-the-ground" leadership, such as how it can gain the respect of a staff.

In this episode of CollisionCast, Charles Amos Roush, who recently retired after 63 years in collision repair, offers advice for how to thrive in small market, such as using grassroots marketing efforts like aiding those locked out of vehicles.

In the inaugural episode of From the Editors, vice president of content Bryce Evans and editorial director Anna Zeck break down the biggest stories in the February issue of FenderBender.   First, the two discuss why it’s important to be a lifelong learner and an accepting beginner (as well as why Anna will never hack it as a pro golfer and Bryce as a concert pianist) (2:00). Then, learn the three hiring tips during the recruiting and interviewing process, straight from our cover story, “The Hiring Handbook” (6:15). To round out the issue, find out how to implement Jason Boggs’ tactics for redefining what success and failure looks like to your team (12:10).    And finally, get a behind-the-scenes look at FenderBender’s latest launch, the ADAPT: Automotive Technology Summit, happening May 31-June 2 in Nashville (16:15).

This episode of CollisionCast examines when it's time to move your shop from downtown to the outskirts of town where the population is shifting. 

Aaron Glaser, owner of Glaser's Collision Centers, gives his advice on hiring for core values and attitude.

One vehicle restoration expert feels it's time that body shops reconsider taking on that type of work, mainly due to the additional revenue stream it can provide during slow periods.