Strategy With Jason

What a fun conversation I had with none other than Franks Lopes. We discussed the positive effects the last 12 months has had on our industry, ways to process our way to profitability, how there is no such thing as a magic diet pill and the power of goal setting. Frank is the Author of "The 7 Minute Setup - How To Achieve Your Personal & Professional Goals Faster & Easier" - which was recently featured in FORBES as one of "The 7 Best Investments In 2021". Frank helps businesses of any size create their “Why Buy” message, stripping away the gimmicks, promotions and deals to tap into what makes them different.

Lead engagement strategies, Digital retailing, Lead Response Syntax, Video best practices are just a handful of topics that I discussed with Steve Roessier recently. We had so much fun laughing and discussing best practices. I know you are going to enjoy this podcast. Steve's goal is to help dealerships focus on customer experience thru more Texting and Personalized Video. He is Responsible for launching & developing an implementation strategy for DriveCentric.

During this episode I jam with Squire Pettis about the taboo service upsell. We discuss what should be upsold, how to upsell the right way, and hot to compensate for the upsell without sacrificing customer experience. Squire works with Automotive retailers primarily in the after sales department to improve their market share, customer retention, customer experience metrics, and profitability.

You are going to really enjoy this podcast. Tom kline and myself jammed about dealer liability, AD complicity and resolving staff and customer concerns. This is not the sexy part of the business but it is so important that as dealers we have the right processes in place. Tom Kline was born into the car biz. The automotive business is truly in his blood. For over 30 years in the auto and RV industries, he has developed easy-to-use compliance solutions that demonstrate on-going efforts by dealerships to effectively comply with federal, state and local industry regulations.

During this podcast I have a blast discussing all things data. We discussed the very time sensitive cookie wars as how Russell calls it cookie armageddon, and how it impacts automotive marketing. Plus we review the need for dealers to control and protect their own data. Russell has committed to our industry since early web 1.0 his marketing career began in 1998. He joined Autoweb in 1999 and was with them till the sale to Autobytel. In 2017 invested into a series of new ventures that all revolved around using data science, analytics, and machine learning to create new consumer engagement solutions.

Today Jason jams with Brian Allan. They discuss new ownerships models, the future of electric vehicles, and why tech companies need dealerships.

Checkout my conversation with Andrew Compton. We discussed what is a good vendor, worst vendor stories, and vendors being in synergy with their dealer clients. After Andrew's first automotive SaaS startup scaled to over 2,500+ dealer accounts, in just 5 years, today he helps other organizations generate exponential growth with sales and marketing strategies that work in automotive. Jason Harris - Continue the conversation: Instagram - Instagram.com/strategywithjason/ Facebook - facebook.com/StrategyWithJason/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/strategywithjason/ Twitter - twitter.com/StratWJason www.StrategyWithJason.com Andrew Compton https://www.linkedin.com/in/comptonandrew/

Today Jason jams with Brian Allan. They discuss new ownership models, the future of electric vehicles, and why tech companies need dealerships. Jason Harris - Continue the conversation: Instagram - Instagram.com/strategywithjason/ Facebook - facebook.com/StrategyWithJason/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/strategywithjason/ Twitter - twitter.com/StratWJason www.StrategyWithJason.com www.ddsolutions.ca www.bell2bell.ca (Get your closers coffee here!)

Today Jason jams with Glenn Lundy. They discuss what LEADD is, mental health during the pandemic, and allowing yourself to feel. Jason Harris - Continue the conversation: Instagram - Instagram.com/strategywithjason/ Facebook - facebook.com/StrategyWithJason/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/strategywithjason/ Twitter - twitter.com/StratWJason www.StrategyWithJason.com www.ddsolutions.ca www.bell2bell.ca (Get your closers coffee here!)

Today Jason jams with Ammun Khurshid. They discuss what real automotive leadership is, doing more than your job entails, and how to redefine the f and i experience for the customer. Jason Harris - Continue the conversation: Instagram - Instagram.com/strategywithjason/ Facebook - facebook.com/StrategyWithJason/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/strategywithjason/ Twitter - twitter.com/StratWJason www.StrategyWithJason.com www.ddsolutions.ca www.bell2bell.ca (Get your closers coffee here!)

I recently jammed with Jeff VanderWal. We discuss what digital retailing really is, effort based pay structure, digital retailing processes, and more! Jeff is cultivating an improved way in which vehicles are retailed to consumers, Jeff has developed an industry changing approach and business model within the retail automotive space. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-vanderwal/ https://www.clearshiftcars.com/ Jason Harris - Continue the conversation: Instagram - Instagram.com/strategywithjason/ Facebook - facebook.com/StrategyWithJason/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/strategywithjason/ Twitter - twitter.com/StratWJason www.StrategyWithJason.com

Today Jason jams with Steve Stauning. They discuss how to deal with the "on-off", preparing for 2021, and changing your processes to match the customer.

Checked out the podcast i did with George Nenni. We discussed how dealers can effectively utilize Google My Business to improve their SEO efforts, holding automotive vendors accountable and what to look for in an agency offering SEO services. George for the last 30 years has shown car dealerships how to separate the digital marketing wheat from the chaff. he is passionate helping dealers harness the power of digital analytics to help eliminate ad waste and maximize your marketing dollars. #marketing #carsales #automotiveindustry #cardealers #cardealerships #automotivemarketing #carsalesman #auto #cardealership #cars #bell2bell #automobile #automobile #dealerships Jason Harris - Continue the conversation: Instagram - Instagram.com/strategywithjason/ Facebook - facebook.com/StrategyWithJason/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/strategywithjason/ Twitter - twitter.com/StratWJason www.StrategyWithJason.com www.ddsolutions.ca www.bell2bell.ca (Get your closers coffee here!) George Nenni https://www.linkedin.com/in/geo

Welcome to a new video series that I am calling "THE TIE IS OFF" a series of short stories and thoughts about my journey of self awareness and development. My work is big part of my life so trying to find a way to consistently stay satisfied with my work has a lot to do with the belief that my work is great. That belief comes from my perception of how much of myself I put into my daily task. Do not let other determine if you work is great. #carsales #cardealers #automotiveindustry #cardealerships #workhardforit #greatness #cardealership #automotivemarketing #bell2bell #auto #carsalesman #cars #workhardforfamily

Today Jason jams with Rob Hamilton. They discuss letting the market set the price, allowing your staff to fail, how customer communication has changed in automotive. Jason Harris - Continue the conversation: Instagram - Instagram.com/strategywithjason/ Facebook - facebook.com/StrategyWithJason/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/strategywithjason/ Twitter - twitter.com/StratWJason www.StrategyWithJason.com www.ddsolutions.ca www.bell2bell.ca (Get your closers coffee here!)

Joey Little is just a cool guy to chat with we discussed committing to your brand, exceeding vendor expectations, the hustle of the Bell 2 Bell, and more! This was such a great honest real conversation I know you are going to enjoy it. Spoiler "The Taylor Swift Lesson" is a real thing and it can truly help you on your personal awareness journey. Joey Little has helped businesses create and constantly increase their brand presence through inbound and outbound marketing his passion and commitment to the automotive industry is inspiring. #automotiveindustry #carsales #cardealers #cardealerships #automotivemarketing #cardealership #carsalesman #cardealers #cardealership #automotivemarketing #cardealerships #carsalesman #bell2bell #auto #selfawareness #personalgrowthjourney Jason Harris - Continue the conversation: Instagram - Instagram.com/strategywithjason/ Facebook - facebook.com/StrategyWithJason/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/strategywithjason/ Twitter - twitter.com/StratWJason www.StrategyWithJason.com

Fleming Ford and I discuss employee happiness, the role of the GM, and spending time with your employees. Fleming has 20+ years of experience coaching retail automotive leaders her passion for the automotive industry is truly authentic. She believes that GMs grow their leadership, so they can grow their dealership. I had such an amazing time jamming with Fleming. I know you are going to enjoy this episode. Make sure you subscribe to stay in the know. Jason Harris - Continue the conversation: Instagram - Instagram.com/strategywithjason/ Facebook - facebook.com/StrategyWithJason/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/strategywithjason/ Twitter - twitter.com/StratWJason www.StrategyWithJason.com www.ddsolutions.ca www.bell2bell.ca (Get your closers coffee here!)

I recently jammed with very intelligent Jeff Schuster. We discussed automotive inventory levels for 2021, having fluid business plans, and what the future forecast is for the automotive industry. Jeff has 20+ years of experience tracking, analyzing and forecasting vehicle sales and production volumes, as well as industry trends in powertrain, segmentation and future vehicles This is a must watch or listen if you and your team are working on your business plans for 2021. #automotive #automotive #automotiveindustry #carsales #cardealers #cars #cardealerships #automotivemarketing #cardealership #automobile #auto Jason Harris - Continue the conversation: Instagram - Instagram.com/strategywithjason/ Facebook - facebook.com/StrategyWithJason/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/strategywithjason/ Twitter - twitter.com/StratWJason www.StrategyWithJason.com www.ddsolutions.ca www.bell2bell.ca (Get your closers coffee here!)

Today Jason jams with Ted Lancaster. They discuss how to utilize a dealerships data, salespeople embracing technology, and hiring the right people for the automotive industry. Jason Harris - Continue the conversation: Instagram - Instagram.com/strategywithjason/ Facebook - facebook.com/StrategyWithJason/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/strategywithjason/ Twitter - twitter.com/StratWJason www.StrategyWithJason.com www.ddsolutions.ca www.bell2bell.ca (Get your closers coffee here!) Ted Lancaster https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-lancaster-a5087027/

Today Jason jams with Peter Duffy. They discuss how little things lead to a better automotive experience, being consistent with your efforts, and more! Jason Harris - Continue the conversation: Instagram - Instagram.com/strategywithjason/ Facebook - facebook.com/StrategyWithJason/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/strategywithjason/ Twitter - twitter.com/StratWJason www.StrategyWithJason.com www.ddsolutions.ca www.bell2bell.ca (Get your closers coffee here!)