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Small business owners already face enough challenges. The last thing we need is to be bullied by vendors who think they’re too big to fail.
July 2, 2025
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Making an impact on the industry is the Kottschade family business.
March 7, 2025
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Frank McClosky strives to be the best in every area of his business to compete against big consolidators.
Aug. 29, 2024
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As business slows, it’s time to create raving fans of your customers.
July 22, 2024
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Cross-training is one solution that may work for you.
July 19, 2024

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Level your incoming work and maximize capacity with a visual scheduling board.
July 1, 2025
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Partnership Concept
In today’s market, these are survival skills that help you build connections long before any accident occurs.
July 1, 2025
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ACCOUNTABILITY: Chris and Kena Dacus have a personal imperative to become the best versions of themselves to lead their team effectively.
He knows cars; she knows business. Together, Chris and Kena Dacus make the perfect team.
July 1, 2025
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Expanding services, adding profit centers, and forming partnerships can future-proof your collision repair business.
June 30, 2025
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Crossroads of innovation
The collision repair industry is at a crossroads. As vehicle safety and performance improves, the business landscape reshapes to favor well-capitalized players.
June 20, 2025
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Surviving a constant onslaught of people seeking your money requires setting boundaries and product validation.
June 17, 2025
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The facility in Sparta, Michigan, received a complete teardown and rebuild of the front office, new paint area, three overhead doors providing exterior access, and a new internal...
June 16, 2025
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In 40 years, the basic recipe for success remains the same.
June 11, 2025

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Drew Bryant had some must-haves when expanding into his second location for DB Orlando Collision, including efficiency-boosting Symach FixLine bays.
June 6, 2025

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Why Mindset, Strategy and Culture Matter More Than Ever
May 23, 2025
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Plan, Prepare, Perform
The future of our industry is shaped by the actions we take today.
May 20, 2025

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Driving into the storm
The storm on the horizon is impossible to ignore. Here’s how I’m preparing to weather it.
May 19, 2025
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The DRP model must evolve if it is to serve its original purpose.
May 15, 2025

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Piggybank Savings
Goal setting, discipline, and the focus on delaying gratification can provide for a more valuable reward.
May 1, 2025

Gary Ledoux
Auto Body News & Good Car Care magazine was the first nationally distributed collision industry magazine. Here is Volume 1, Number 1. This would later be named Auto Body Repair News, which was renamed Auto Body Repair Network, our own ABRN.
Emerging industry leaders called for shop owners to begin solving industry problems on their own before government intervention took over.
April 30, 2025
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Collision repair isn't just a job. It's discipline. These 20 rules help separate the pro from the average tech.
April 29, 2025

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Collision repair shops don't need a marketing strategy different from others. Get your message to the right people at the right time.
April 28, 2025