Your employees are the Image of your dealership!

Employees are a crucial component of the dealership’s image. They are as important as the products and services offered, the interior and exterior facilities, as well as the company logos and brand.11010567_s

Clear guidelines must be in place to this effect to insure that they are followed by everyone. First impressions (the most important), opinions and perceptions that customers have in regard to a business are often impacted by frontline personnel, as they are the initial point of contact for both regular and new customers. Although appearance and dress codes are important, attitude must be a key part of the welcoming process. Continue reading “Your employees are the Image of your dealership!”

Stand out and land your dream job!

In spite of the chronic shortage of skilled workers, choice job opportunities always manage to attract large numbers of eager, well-qualified job seekers, therefore, you must find a way to stand out throughout the entire selection process!valeur-candidature

Before you even start thinking of the job interview, you need to create a cover letter and resume that will get their attention. Avoid the ready-made clichés that are available on the Internet, as recruitment specialists are quick to spot a phony!

Select three skills that apply to the position while being factual and to-the-point. Careful review of the job offer will help you find the best keywords. Your resume must reflect who you are, while drawing attention to those skills that make you the best person for the job.

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The Financial Impact of Efficient Human Resource Management

Successful businesses excel in the management and leveraging of their human resource assets, although the positive financial impact associated with these management practices are often underrated.   Investissement_RH

The efficient management of human resources is essential in today’s competitive environment. Businesses must develop and implement innovative and effective human resource management policies and practices to attract and retain the best and brightest employees and raise their level of performance.

Economic value is often limited to balance sheets and assets.

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Fixed Wage or Commission: Where Do You Draw the Line?

Financial compensation is an important motivating factor for automotive industry salespeople, as it has a direct influence on their performance. So, where should the line be drawn between fixed and commission-based wages?Commissions

Several variables need to be weighed before finding the right formula. Studying the various formulas used by competitors in the local market is a good starting point. The next step consists of finding the right balance between a reasonable base salary and commission structure that will motivate salespeople to reach, and even surpass their sales objectives. Continue reading “Fixed Wage or Commission: Where Do You Draw the Line?”

Seasonal workers in the automotive industry: a precious commodity!

There are a good number of companies thseasonnal_mechanics_tire_installatorat hire workers for periods of one season or less. These workers are productive for periods of 6 to 26 weeks, and then end up with a forced vacation. Even though seasonal work is temporary by nature, this does not necessarily mean that business owners do not wish to re-hire well-qualified workers. Take tire-installers, for example. This job requires certain knowledge and requires training. Consequently, it would be in an employer’s best interest to re-hire these workers when work picks up. There are many different ways that employers can use to keep in touch with these workers who provide such essential services to your business. Here are a few:

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