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Newspaper Column Highlights Service Done Right

June 29, 2021
When a shop did everything right, the customer experience ended up on the website of the local newspaper.

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Tips To Get Your Video Marketing Off The Ground

April 9, 2021
Marketing your shop with video can be a daunting task. Rock Star Marketing's Jennifer Filzen has a few easy ideas to get you started.
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This Shop has the Greenest Additional Profit Center

April 2, 2021
This might be the most unique customer waiting area in the business.
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When COVID Leaves, Cleaning Should Stay

March 25, 2021
Consumers will continue to expect heightened cleaning measures even after COVID-19 slows down.
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'Prepare Your Home' for Customer Guests

March 18, 2021
Your shop's brand is tied to the appearance of the facility when customers arrive. Make sure customers get the right idea.
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Working With Your City During A Remodel

March 11, 2021
Building and remodeling can be a frustrating venture, especially if your city is putting up hurdles.
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This Spring, Give Quick Maintenance a Hand

March 4, 2021
It's that time of year when two of NOLN's biggest project kick off—and you can help make them successful.
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'Hoops Unlimited' and a Shop's Renovation Struggle

Feb. 25, 2021
The original timeline was a two-year project. It's now entering year four.
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When is it Time to Let Someone Go?

Feb. 19, 2021
How bad is too bad when you have a troublesome team member? An expert helps operators find that line.
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To Educate Customers, Grow Your Own Knowledge Base

Feb. 4, 2021
How do you establish credibility and beat the dealership quick lubes? Be the most knowledgeable shop out there.
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Investing In Future Generations

Jan. 28, 2021
Whether it’s high schools cutting automotive programs or a generation less willing to get their hands dirty, the automotive field lacks a deep pool of talent and it’s causing ...