Service Drive Revolution with Chris Collins

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Got a question for the show? Call us at 1-833-3-ASK-SDR! Chris Collins, the leading Automotive Service Manager Coach and Service Advisor Trainer in the world, discusses little known service drive secret weapons to help pull your service department ahead of the pack. Everything from hiring technicians, increasing dealership CSI, building relationships for long term customer retention, to increasing customer pay sales and more, is all discussed here on Service Drive Revolution. All from the automotive industries #1 go-to guy for Fixed Operations; Chris Collins. Listen, and enjoy! read less
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How to Build a Top Dog Service Team in Your Dealership | SDR #290
6d ago
How to Build a Top Dog Service Team in Your Dealership | SDR #290
In this episode of Service Drive Revolution, Chris Collins reveals the secrets to building a Top Dog Service Team in your Dealership. Discover the key traits to look for when hiring Service Advisors and Technicians, and learn how to create a culture of excellence that fosters high performance. Chris shares his insights on the importance of focusing on outcomes, how Managers who aren't top performers themselves often struggle to attract and retain top talent, and the "mirror effect" that can hold Managers back from building a team of superstars. If you're tired of settling for mediocrity in your Service Department, this episode is a must-watch. #bestinshow #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship 0:00 - 8:00 Electronic License Plates and Video Inspections 8:00 - 15:00 News 15:00 - 31:00 Best In Show Hiring Practices Discounted Offers for Training and Books in Description Below ⬇⬇⬇ Special Discount on Our OnDemand Training - https://bit.ly/Ondemand-Special-offer Schedule a 15-minute intro call with our team to find out how Chris Collins Signature Coaching can grow your bottom line. http://bit.ly/CCIschedule Got a question? Call us at 1-833-3-ASK-SDR Grab our best selling books for your team: Your 90-Day roadmap to your best Fixed-Ops month ever starts here: https://swiy.co/F-ln Millionaire Service Advisor also includes our 11-step Circle of Trust System: https://swiy.co/F-lq J oin our Facebook Groups: For Fixed Ops -- http://bit.ly/YTfixedopsgroup For Independent Shop Owners -- http://bit.ly/YTRSOSgroup
Unreasonable Hospitality with Will Guidara | SDR #289
Apr 15 2024
Unreasonable Hospitality with Will Guidara | SDR #289
In this special episode of Service Drive Revolution, Chris Collins sits down with special guest Will Guidara. Will is the former co-owner of Eleven Madison Park, a restaurant that earned three Michelin stars and was named the best in the world in 2017. Will shares his insights on unreasonable hospitality, the central theme of his best-selling book, and discusses how these principles can be applied to any industry. Discover the key lessons Will learned throughout his career, from building a team of top performers to creating unforgettable customer experiences. Whether you're in the restaurant business or the automotive industry, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways that will help you elevate your service game to elite levels. #hospitality #unreasonable #willguidara Discounted Offers for Training and Books in Description Below ⬇⬇⬇ Special Discount on Our OnDemand Training - https://bit.ly/Ondemand-Special-offer Schedule a 15-minute intro call with our team to find out how Chris Collins Signature Coaching can grow your bottom line.  http://bit.ly/CCIschedule Got a question? Call us at 1-833-3-ASK-SDR Grab our best selling books for your team: Your 90-Day roadmap to your best Fixed-Ops month ever starts here: https://swiy.co/F-ln Millionaire Service Advisor also includes our 11-step Circle of Trust System: https://swiy.co/F-lq Join our Facebook Groups: For Fixed Ops -- http://bit.ly/YTfixedopsgroup For Independent Shop Owners -- http://bit.ly/YTRSOSgroup
Be a Teacher, Not a Preacher: The Key to Effective Service Manager Training | SDR #288
Apr 8 2024
Be a Teacher, Not a Preacher: The Key to Effective Service Manager Training | SDR #288
In this episode of Service Drive Revolution, Chris Collins explores the crucial difference between being a teacher and a preacher as a Service Manager, emphasizing the importance of adopting a teacher mindset for effective Service Manager training and creating a thriving, high performance team. Chris shares insights on the pitfalls of falling into the "preacher" trap and discusses practical strategies for becoming a true teacher, including focusing on fundamentals, creating systems for ongoing development, empowering your team to take ownership, and leading by example. This episode is packed with valuable tips and actionable advice to help Service Managers transform their management style and unlock their team's full potential.   0:00 - 3:50 Engagements and Getting Old 3:50 - 17:29 News 17:29 - 34:50 Be a Teacher, Not a Preacher leadershipdevelopment   #teacher #leadership Discounted Offers for Training and Books in Description Below ⬇⬇⬇ Special Discount on Our OnDemand Training - https://bit.ly/Ondemand-Special-offer Schedule a 15-minute intro call with our team to find out how Chris Collins Signature Coaching can grow your bottom line. http://bit.ly/CCIschedule Got a question? Call us at 1-833-3-ASK-SDR Grab our best selling books for your team: Your 90-Day roadmap to your best Fixed-Ops month ever starts here: https://swiy.co/F-ln Millionaire Service Advisor also includes our 11-step Circle of Trust System: https://swiy.co/F-lq Join our Facebook Groups: For Fixed Ops -- http://bit.ly/YTfixedopsgroup For Independent Shop Owners -- http://bit.ly/YTRSOSgroup
Q & A | How Parts Managers Can Drive Service Sales and Boost Profits
Apr 5 2024
Q & A | How Parts Managers Can Drive Service Sales and Boost Profits
In this week's Drive By episode of Service Drive Revolution, Chris Collins tackles a question from Travis, a Parts Manager at a Korean dealership in Canada. Travis asks how he can help drive parts sales and boost production in the Service Department, recognizing that the success of the Service Department is tied to his own success. Chris offers brand specific advice for Korean dealerships such as offering hose and belt accessory kits with engine replacements, as well as general tips like creating fun incentives and specials for the Service Department to sell accessories. He also suggests that Parts Managers can help Service Departments hire Technicians by leveraging their wholesale drivers. Tune in to learn more about how Parts Managers can rev up sales and drive profits in the Service Department. Discounted Offers for Training and Books in Description Below ⬇⬇⬇ Special Discount on Our OnDemand Training - h ttps://bit.ly/Ondemand-Special-offer Schedule a 15-minute intro call with our team to find out how Chris Collins Signature Coaching can grow your bottom line. http://bit.ly/CCIschedule Got a question? Call us at 1-833-3-ASK-SDR Grab our best selling books for your team: Your 90-Day roadmap to your best Fixed-Ops month ever starts here: https://swiy.co/F-ln Millionaire Service Advisor also includes our 11-step Circle of Trust System:  https://swiy.co/F-lq Join our Facebook Groups: For Fixed Ops -- http://bit.ly/YTfixedopsgroup For Independent Shop Owners -- http://bit.ly/YTRSOSgroup
How to Eliminate Comebacks: The Silent Killer in Your Service Department | SDR #287
Apr 1 2024
How to Eliminate Comebacks: The Silent Killer in Your Service Department | SDR #287
In this episode of Service Drive Revolution, Chris Collins and Christian tackle the silent killer plaguing Service Departments: comebacks. Chris shares proven strategies to create a comeback free culture, starting with the hiring process and emphasizing accountability. By tracking comebacks, addressing them urgently, and using a scoring system, you can eliminate comebacks and boost customer loyalty, profits, and your reputation for quality. Don't miss this game changing information that could save your dealership thousands of dollars and countless headaches. 0:00 - 6:00 Chris and Family 6:00 - 14:00 Christian Engaged 14:00 - 33:30 Eliminate Comebacks #servicemanagement #hiring #dealershipbusiness Discounted Offers for Training and Books in Description Below ⬇⬇⬇ Special Discount on Our OnDemand Training - https://bit.ly/Ondemand-Special-offer Schedule a 15-minute intro call with our team to find out how Chris Collins Signature Coaching can grow your bottom line. http://bit.ly/CCIschedule Got a question? Call us at 1-833-3-ASK-SDR Grab our best selling books for your team: Your 90-Day roadmap to your best Fixed-Ops month ever starts here: https://swiy.co/F-ln Millionaire Service Advisor also includes our 11-step Circle of Trust System: https://swiy.co/F-lq Join our Facebook Groups: For Fixed Ops -- http://bit.ly/YTfixedopsgroup For Independent Shop Owners -- http://bit.ly/YTRSOSgroup
What To Do When Your Service Manager Isn't Cutting It | SDR #283
Mar 4 2024
What To Do When Your Service Manager Isn't Cutting It | SDR #283
Things going downhill with your Service Managers? Chris and Christian deliver blunt advice for fixing—or replacing—an underperforming Service Manager. Learn the inside scoop on why a staggering 50% get replaced each year and the key reasons managers fail to deliver profits. Discover straightforward steps to get struggling Managers back on track through proper training and accountability. But don't wait too long to make the tough call if needed—act now before customer satisfaction and your bottom line take a big hit. This transparent talk tackles "fixing underperforming Service Managers" head on!   #autoshop #dealershipbusiness #cars  0:00 - 4:00 Chris is speaking at an event! 4:00 - 10:00 Christians new mouth device 10:00 - 30:00 What To Do When Your Service Manager Isn't Cutting It Discounted Offers for Training and Books in Description Below ⬇⬇⬇ Special Discount on Our OnDemand Training - https://bit.ly/Ondemand-Special-offer Schedule a 15-minute intro call with our team to find out how Chris Collins Signature Coaching can grow your bottom line.  http://bit.ly/CCIschedule Got a question? Call us at 1-833-3-ASK-SDR Grab our best selling books for your team: Your 90-Day roadmap to your best Fixed-Ops month ever starts here: https://swiy.co/F-ln Millionaire Service Advisor also includes our 11-step Circle of Trust System: https://swiy.co/F-lq Join our Facebook Groups: For Fixed Ops -- http://bit.ly/YTfixedopsgroup For Independent Shop Owners -- http://bit.ly/YTRSOSgroup
The Raw Truth Your Leadership Training Isn’t Telling You |  SDR #281
Feb 19 2024
The Raw Truth Your Leadership Training Isn’t Telling You | SDR #281
Chris Collins pulls no punches exposing common myths around leadership training. He explains why most programs focus merely on gaining compliance and wielding managerial power over inspiring genuine, dedicated followership. Chris provides a rare insider perspective on the deeper personal inventory required for influential leadership centered on serving others. He explains the selfless mindset shift essential for leadership that produces real, transformational results by motivating people through purpose. This is a no-holds-barred wake-up call for those ready to dedicate themselves to the more difficult yet rewarding path of inspirational service-oriented leadership. 0:00 -  16:00 Christian Goes To The Dentist 16:00 - 24:00 Leadership in a nutshell 24:00 - 46:00 Most Leadership is Management Training #leadership #leader #training Discounted Offers for Training and Books in Description Below ⬇⬇⬇ Special Discount on Our OnDemand Training - https://bit.ly/Ondemand-Special-offer Schedule a 15-minute intro call with our team to find out how Chris Collins Signature Coaching can grow your bottom line.  http://bit.ly/CCIschedule Got a question? Call us at 1-833-3-ASK-SDR Grab our best selling books for your team: Your 90-Day roadmap to your best Fixed-Ops month ever starts here: https://swiy.co/F-ln Millionaire Service Advisor also includes our 11-step Circle of Trust System: https://swiy.co/F-lq Join our Facebook Groups: For Fixed Ops -- http://bit.ly/YTfixedopsgroup For Independent Shop Owners -- http://bit.ly/YTRSOSgroup