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I heard about AutoShopOwners from an article in "Tire Business". Online networking with peers sounds like a great concept, and I'm glad to be a member.

 

I'd like to introduce myself. My name is Stephen Laurendine. I have ten years of experience in the tire and general automotive business, and I just recently (August 25th) purchased an existing independent retail tire and auto repair store in Mobile, Alabama. So far, sales have been very good and consistent with the historical sales data for the business.

 

What would I like to get out of networking with other shop owners? As a new automotive business owner, I'm certain that I'll have a lot of questions. I don't believe in re-inventing the wheel, and I'm hopeful that I'll be able to tap into the wealth of knowledge and experience of this network's members. I'm confident that it will be a valuable resource.

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Stephen,

 

Welcome to AutoShopOwner.com. My name is Joe Marconi, one of the creators of AutoShopOwner, a veteran shop owner for 28 years and the author of the article you read in Tire Business Magazine.

 

I think your decision to go into business has come at the right time. With the downturn in the economy and with so many new car dealerships folding, you can position yourself in the right direction and actually grow when the economy turns around (and it will). Others, who wait, will be chasing the market.

 

As independents we need to share our collective knowledge to strengthen the alliance of shop owners around the country. My goal is to create the forums where valuable interaction can take place among fellow shop owners. Together, we can and will make a difference.

 

Good luck and looking forward to sharing ideas,

 

Joe Marconi

http://www.AutoShopOwner.com

http://www.OsceolaGarage.com

 

Welcome aboard Tire Champ!

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      I am going to borrow a quote from billionaire, Warren Buffet, “The best investment you can make is in yourself,” This statement, while simplistic, speaks volumes. A shop owner is much more than a boss, a shop owner is a leader. And leaders are solely responsible for the success of their team. This means that you must work hard and commit to a life of continuous learning and improvement. It also means that if the team fails, a leader must always blame himself or herself for that failure and find ways to improve.
      For your business to flourish, you must invest your time and energy in understanding what your role is in your company. It also means that you must be committed to continually improving your level of competence. This does not mean that every task is your responsibility. However, it does mean that the buck stops with you. If your business is not where it needs to be, or you are looking for increased growth, then it is your obligation to do the hard work and set goals, have the vision, perform the research, and develop the plan to achieve your overall objectives.
      When you invest in yourself to become the best leader and the best businessperson you can be, others around you will feed off your energy and your passion. This sends a strong message to everyone on your team that you have what it takes to bring the company to the next level.
      One last thing, another obligation to your company is assembling the right team of people around you. Once you have the right people, you need to invest in them too. Find what truly motivates them, not what you believe inspires them. Be a coach to your employees and always strive to bring out the best in them. Be strong with your convictions and expectations, build strong relationships with your employees, and don’t be afraid of admitting when you drop the ball.
      While Warren Buffet is best known for making billions of dollars with his investment strategies, I want to believe that this quote has its basis in something that money cannot buy.
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