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Host Rick Selover celebrates his 200th episode of The Mind Wrench by welcoming back industry titan Mike Anderson! They dive deep into the evolving collision repair landscape and the powerful forces driving positive change.🎉 🎉

Mike unveils his 2025 mantra: "Stay Humble, Stay Hungry" – a crucial balance for navigating customer empathy and the relentless pursuit of improvement amidst shifting industry tides. Discover the power of sharpening your saw, even when the work piles up. 🪓➡️🧠

Unlock hidden revenue with insights into Mike's game-changing "Who Pays For What" surveys, revealing overlooked billable operations and empowering shops in insurer negotiations. 💰

Witness the evolution of the "Spartan 300" – from a COVID-era initiative to six thriving OEM-focused groups forging multi-store success through rigorous standards and shared knowledge. 💪

Finally, hit the road with Mike's new live podcast, broadcasting best practices nationwide! Learn how Collision Advice's expanding team of coaches is amplifying their impact. 🎙️🛣️

Don't miss this high-octane conversation with a true industry leader! 👑

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Mike Anderson - mike@collisionadvice.com

CollisionAdvice – www.collisionadvice.com

🔌TOP OPPORTUNTIES TO PLUG-IN

SEMA- https://www.sema.org/

CIC (Collision Industry Conference) - https://ciclink.com

AASP/ NJ Northeast - https://www.aaspnjnortheast.com/

Southeast Collision Conference - https://carolinascollisionassociation.com/scc-home/

ABAT - https://www.abat.us/

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Are you letting that thick cloud of uncertainty holding you back from making bold moves in your business? You're not alone. In this week’s episode, we tackle the hesitation many entrepreneurs & business owners are experiencing when it comes to starting new ventures, expanding locations, or investing in necessary equipment and technology.

The collision repair industry, like many service businesses, has always been cyclical - something easy to forget after the unusual steady backlog of the post-COVID years. Rather than viewing current conditions as unprecedented hardship, we explore how many of America's most iconic businesses actually launched during economic downturns. From Disney and Revlon emerging during the Great Depression to Uber and Airbnb launching during the 2008-2009 recession, history shows that opportunity exists regardless of economic climate.

Through the wisdom in a valuable clip from Jim Rohn, we unpack a refreshingly simple success formula that anyone can apply: live in a place of opportunity, find an opportunity, and find a mentor. Mr. Rohn's journey to becoming a millionaire by 31 wasn't the result of perfect circumstances but rather his willingness to change himself while circumstances remained largely the same. His most profound insight might be that "the things that are easy to do are also easy not to do" - explaining why success often comes down to consistently doing simple actions that others neglect.

Don't let today's uncertainty paralyze you into inaction. Remember Henry Ford's wisdom that "whether you think you can or you think you can't, you'll be right." Your next level of success doesn't require waiting for perfect conditions - it simply requires overcoming the neglect of daily actions that compound into remarkable results!

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Show Notes:

Does the way your CSRs answer the phone, communicate with & onboard your customers seem to be inconsistent?

Are the visual cues in your production areas as clear & concise as what you would find in a hospital ER or industrial plant?

Are your Google or CSI reviews suffering due to delayed deliveries, poor communications or inconsistent quality?

The problem is simply the lack of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This episode unravels the critical role of SOPs in shaping up your business, impacting everyone from your technicians to your most valuable asset - your customers. Discover the massive difference standard procedures can make in controlling the quality in your repairs and how this minor, yet significant change can reap major benefits.

But it's not just about your collision repair business. SOPs are a game-changer across industries, from small enterprises to corporate juggernauts. Get practical insights on how to create and implement effective, easily understood SOPs that can streamline your operations and elevate customer satisfaction.

This week, I'm re-sharing a ton of resources, tips, and methods, from an earlier episode, to get your SOPs up and running. And most importantly, learn why it's essential to have your employees on board with your SOPs from the outset.

Let's switch gears and drive your business to its full potential. Grab pen & paper and take some notes... you're NOT going to want to miss this episode!

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