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The Challenge of Finding & Keeping Motivated Technicians

If you had to choose between a day where half of your customers didn’t show up or a day where half of your staff didn’t, which would you pick? For most shops, the second scenario is much...

Do Online Directory Listings Matter for Auto Repair Shops?

What are online directory listings? Online directory listings (also known as citations) are the backbone network of local businesses on the web. Google, Facebook, Bing and Yelp are some of the more...

Instagram Is Now a Necessity for Auto Repair Shops

If your auto repair shop is currently not using Instagram, now is the time to do so. Instagram has updated their map functionality to make it easier for users to discover local businesses. Thinking...

Should I Respond to My Auto Repair Shop Google Reviews?

The short answer is yes, but there’s more to it than just posting a quick response.  That’s especially true if the review is negative. I’m writing this blog because we’ve seen a lot of...

How Do Consumers Search for Auto Repair Shops Online?

There is a lot of confusion among auto repair shop owners about how consumers search for auto repair services on the web. Our goal in this blog is to clear up the confusion and help you understand...

The Difference Between a Vendor and a Partner

In the business world, everyone wants you to think of them as a partner, not a vendor.  Companies use the word as a marketing tool, as if calling themselves a ‘partner’ will make you willing to pay more for their services. In reality,...

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The Three Jobs of an Auto Repair Shop Owner

Every business owner has parts of their job that they love, and parts that they don’t like at all.  That’s especially true for small business owners, who find themselves doing a little bit of everything.  Maybe you love repairing...

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Location, Location, Location

For many businesses, location is key.  A great location might cost extra money, but you’ll earn far more because people will see your auto repair shop and it will be more convenient for them to drop their vehicle off for service. When it...

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Earn More Money with Great Auto Repair Shop Photos

Most auto repair shop owners put plenty of work into their shop.  They work to build efficient workspaces, to keep their customers comfortable, and to keep their employees happy.  That work can pay dividends once customers see it for...

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The Difference Between a Website and a Web Presence

Back in 2005 when Repair Shop Websites was founded, your website was your business’s online presence.  It was an exciting time for the web - Google had just gone public, valued at $23 billion. Now consider this: Google’s current valuation...

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