Is the sky falling? Are we in for another 2008-like crash? Auto dealers we speak with are anxiously looking at 2019 as the year when the economy will collapse. They’re bracing for a hit similar to 2008 and are running for cover. Is this all hype,...
If you're not training consistently or using the right techniques for your dealership, then you're not using your full potential. We offer a 2-day in-person training course called "Management by Fire!" where we'll give you the best strategies fit for your dealership. Sign up today and...
Why train with us? At Alan Ram's Proactive Training Solutions, we offer the latest innovative management strategies to whip your team into shape. If you're trying to increase sales this year, then you need your management team in gear. Training is not a one time...
The National Auto Dealer Association, or NADA, has been helping advance the mission for auto dealers for over 100 years. Their annual flagship event brings together industry leaders, auto dealers and vendors as a place where dealers can learn about the latest and greatest technology,...
Let’s face it, how do most people become managers in the car business? Our best salespeople are generally tapped on the shoulder one day and taken off the floor to manage the other sales people with little or no training on how to manage. Perhaps...
Let’s face it, the car business has never been one that excels in innovative business practices. In fact, in the most recent Gallup Poll study of trusted professionals, car salespeople ranked second lowest only to beat out members of congress. We won’t go into making...
Texting can be a great way to supplement how you’re communicating with clients! Did you know there are over 400 billion text messages exchanged world wide monthly? Think about that, 400 billion. So let’s talk about how we can use texting as another tool to...
Who is more likely to purchase a car from your store? a) Someone who submitted an online inquiry? b) A phone up from a prospect who doesn’t really know what they want? c) Someone who was in the showroom yesterday but didn’t buy? If you chose ‘C’, ding! ding!...
How often are you hiring? I’m guessing your answer is: too often. ESI Trends estimates 80% of new sales hires leave dealerships within 6 months. They also estimate that whopping 80% of lost hires costs the average-size dealership close to half a million dollars per...
I wanted to take a moment to formally introduce myself to you as Alan's sister and CEO of Alan Ram's Proactive Training Solutions. I am honored to be in this position and will continue to provide value to our clients and create a lasting legacy...