Corporate Culture and Customer Service: Our Best Advice

Customer satisfaction is the driving force behind commercial success and long-term sustainability in the automotive sector. And the workplace culture you establish plays a major role in achieving that.

In the highly competitive world of automotive repair and maintenance, core values such as honesty, reliability, and customer satisfaction contribute to a positive culture that fosters trust and confidence, both of which are essential for customer loyalty. Continue reading “Corporate Culture and Customer Service: Our Best Advice”

5 Ways to Strengthen Your Company Culture Internally

Attracting and retaining talent in your shop, while also enhancing your brand image and revenue, starts with building a strong company culture.

Developing such a culture doesn’t happen overnight. But by putting the right elements in place, managers and owners in the automotive repair and maintenance industry can stand out as employers of choice while boosting both productivity and employee engagement.

So what are employees in the industry looking for? Continue reading “5 Ways to Strengthen Your Company Culture Internally”

Corporate culture in the automotive sector

Auto repair shop team

Whether in a small garage or across a chain of shops, corporate culture is at the heart of success and growth. An expert shares his perspective on the subject.

Jim Saeli, a seasoned inspector, trainer, and speaker, explains: “My experience has taught me that nothing is more important than shop culture. If your shop culture is strong, chances are your business is doing well. If it isn’t, then it may be time to focus on this crucial element to make your shop profitable.”

Other experts share the same perspective.. According to North American studies, more than 70 % of workers believe that corporate culture influences their engagement and job satisfaction.

On the other hand, according to Sales Group AI, 92 % of customers are satisfied with a company that has a strong culture of customer service.

Corporate culture is therefore a driver of success, both for business and for management. But how is it defined in the automotive sector? Continue reading “Corporate culture in the automotive sector”

Customer relationship management

imagesDoes the acronym CRM sound familiar? In a dealership environment it stands for Customer Relationship Management, and is most often used to refer to the software and tools used to manage this important process. In today’s extremely competitive market, building relationships with your customers is essential for long-term success.

Building a specific knowledge base for each individual customer is the key to developing a long-term, durable relationship. By capturing information as to their habits, opinions and preferences, you will be able to create a profile and offer services and products tailored to their specific needs. Continue reading “Customer relationship management”

Has your workplace been invaded by zombies?

11578911_mDoes your colleague groan and grunt every time he sets foot in the office? Is he struggling with his cognitive skills? Are his eyes bloodshot and bulging? Be careful, you may be rubbing elbows with a zombie, i.e., an employee who is completely disembodied from his work!

Unfortunately, this profile is all too common in the workplace these days. Numerous employees, whether voluntarily or not, reduce their level of engagement towards the company as a result of accumulated frustration

These individuals fail to find meaning in their work, discouraged by the fact that their efforts remain unrecognized, or they are tired at the lack of accountability or being micromanaged, or maybe they are frustrated that they are not rewarded for initiative or no longer part of the decision-making process. Continue reading “Has your workplace been invaded by zombies?”