Publisher’s Perspective: What Is The Difference? Your People, Of Course!
Are you hiring warm bodies or sales professionals? I know in today’s tight labor market, the answer is probably the warm bodies. The challenge today is that no matter how hard it is to hire good people to serve your customers, the competition in the aftermarket space has never been more intense.
Guest Commentary: When Will Electric Cars Take Over the Roads?
Out of 1 billion cars in the world, only 2 million are electric. However, that will soon change as costs diminish and more governments encourage the adoption of electric vehicles to cut carbon emissions and fight urban pollution.
Guest Commentary: 3 Ways Retail Stores Can Survive In The Age Of Amazon And E-Commerce
The crumbling of several brick-and-mortar giants continues during the rise of e-commerce, led by Amazon. Some of those still in business are attempting to improve their online capabilities as a way to compete better in the changing landscape.
Guest Commentary: Stop Trying To Do Too Much
In this hyper-aware, hyper-competitive world in which we’ve found ourselves, I’d like everyone to do one huge thing: less.
Publisher’s Perspective: To MAP Or Not To MAP
So what is MAP? Before you start with all the obvious responses, understand that it’s an acronym and that it does apply to the automotive aftermarket.
eBay CEO Devin Wenig Elected To GM Board Of Directors
“Devin brings significant expertise in technology, global operations and strategic planning to our board,” said GM Chairman and CEO Mary Barra. “His experience in customer-facing roles and insights into digital marketplaces will enhance our current and future business priorities at a critical time in the company’s journey.”
Guest Commentary: Can You Make Your Competition Raise Their Prices?
For some time in my younger years, I took martial arts. Aside from showing up and yelling a lot, you were expected to listen. And practice and practice and practice.
The Herman Trend Alert: Turnkey Mentorship Using Artificial Intelligence
We know that mentorship works and over the years we have encouraged thousands of employers to reap its benefits. Unfortunately, while mentorship works, it must be done right to succeed.
Guest Commentary: Time To Catch The Spirit
“The human spirit is something we all share; you cannot see human spirit on your organizational chart, but it’s there! Let us remind ourselves that the future is in the hands of our employees,” writes Dr. Passante in this week’s guest commentary.
Leadership 2.0 Day 5: Class May Be Over, But The Connections Will Continue
All this week, we are bringing you exclusive blog posts from a range of aftermarket professionals participating in this week’s Leadership 2.0 program, hosted by the University of the Aftermarket at Northwood University. Today, we hear from Ben Brucato, senior director membership – sponsorship programs and member services, Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association.
Leadership 2.0, Day 4: From Uncertainty Comes Action
All this week, we are bringing you exclusive blog posts from a range of aftermarket professionals participating in this week’s Leadership 2.0 program, hosted by the University of the Aftermarket at Northwood University. Today, we hear from, Dave Shapiro, Automotive & Heavy Duty Sales Representative, SRS Marketing Co.
Leadership 2.0 Day 3: Team Discussions And An In-Depth Look At Current Industry Issues
All this week, we are bringing you exclusive blog posts from a range of aftermarket professionals participating in this week’s Leadership 2.0 program, hosted by the University of the Aftermarket at Northwood University. Today, we hear from Joseph Lee, regional sales manager, Eastern Auto Parts Warehouse
