The phrase hire a veteran has been a staple of the U.S. economy for decades. Business leaders already realize that military veterans are hard workers, team players, ethical, driven, and technically skilled. What they don’t realize is that there are 10 hidden reasons that make every veteran a great employee and future business leader…
Tag: Shop Management
Installer Institute Program Now Eligible for Federal Student Loans, Pell Grants
Another program from Metra Electronics’ Installer Institute for car audio education is eligible for Title IV funding…
NFIB: State-by-State Minimum Wage Update
Eighteen states began 2019 with higher minimum wages, either because of automatic cost-of-living increases or previously approved legislation or ballot initiatives. Other states also have minimum wage hikes in motion…
What Are the Best Times to Post to Social?
Social media marketing is always evolving. What worked last year (or even last week) may not do the trick again. That’s why you’ve got to stay afoot of the latest trends and studies…
Business Interruption Insurance Primer
Diesel Day Dreams, based in Northglenn, Colorado, was teetering on the edge late in 2018. An arsonist left a path of destruction at the shop and at a handful of other businesses in the area. “I thought that was it for Diesel Day Dreams. That’s a scary proposition when you’ve worked so hard your whole… Continue reading Business Interruption Insurance Primer
How to Negotiate a Better Lease
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article was originally printed in THE SHOP magazine’s July issue. Pick up the upcoming August issue for more business-driven content. It’s time for your lease renewal. Are you ready to negotiate? If you’re like many retailers your answer is No. But a lack of preparation can be costly. Rent is typically a retailer’s… Continue reading How to Negotiate a Better Lease
Key Performance Indicators Report – June 2019
*Note from the Editor: Aftermarket shop owners have a lot going on: A lot on their minds, a lot on their plates, a lot of priorities in the shop and at home, and a lot of things-small and large-to worry about. THE SHOP magazine was created as a tool to help shop owners manage their… Continue reading Key Performance Indicators Report – June 2019
Hagerty Video Contest Celebrates the Excitement of Getting Your License
Teens can earn $500 driver’s ed scholarships as part of ‘License to the Future’ program…
Ohio State Takes First-Year Honors in EcoCAR Mobility Challenge
Virginia Tech & University of Alabama teams sit second & third in four-year competition…
Icahn Automotive Expands Technician Recruitment Program to UTI Arizona
Nationwide recruitment & training effort hopes to help fill industry vacancies…
Webinar: Handling Time Off Requests Under the ADA, Workers’ Compensation & FMLA
The National Federation of Independent Busienss (NFIB) is conducting a seminar at noon EST on Wednesday covering recent changes to medical leave laws and state and municipal sick leave laws…
FCA Submits Proposal for Renault Merger
Fiat Chrysler may have picked the best possible partner and future-proofed itself by allying with Renault..
Filling The Employment Gap
A majority of automotive shop owners admit one of their biggest challenges is finding interested, qualified and skilled young people to hire for their staff. There’s one school in Southern Indiana working to address that very issue. The Prosser Career Education Center of New Albany, Indiana, is celebrating its 50th anniversary by completing a $29… Continue reading Filling The Employment Gap
Ford Plans 7,000 Salaried Job Cuts
Ford Motor Co. CEO Jim Hackett told employees Monday the automaker is entering the final stretch of job cuts it began last year, and by September it will have shed 7,000 salaried positions globally…
Feast or Famine: How Tourist Season Impacts This Moab Shop
Dixie 4 Wheel Drive juggled 200 work orders during Utah’s Easter Jeep Safari. General Manager Tara Thompson explains how the shop leverages its resources to thrive during the surging tourist season…