Auto Detailing is more than a job; it is a community. At Detail Bookie we value that sense of community and we have something to add to it. Before we were Detail Bookie, we were detailers in a small shop in Alabama. The Detail Bookie Software has complete
Dustin , Nick and our special guest, Mike Karlen discuss something that all detailers have struggled with at some point in their business, PRICING!
Dustin and Nick will be discussing an issue we are sure most detailers have dealt with at some point, Sticker Shock! Find out how they deal with occasional pricing backlash and how they relay the value of their services to customers
Benefits of branding your business before branding yourself
Choosing the brands you use in your shop and whether or not to market yourassociation with them
On this episode Dustin and Nick discuss why it's important to attend trainings for yourself as an “expert/experienced”detailer, but also to invest in training your employees. Also, why you should never stoplearning, improving, and perfecting your skills…that's how you remain the best!
Dustin and Nick are sitting down with aviation detailing expert and owner of JR Express Detailing, Ryan StClair, to discuss the Falcon One Project and everything that goes into tackling bigger jobs!
Play by Play is coming to you live from Day 1 of the Falcon One Project
This week on Play by Play, Dustin and Nick are discussing the ways they have diversified their revenue streams by branching out into different industries other than detailing!
Our topic this week is all about "When to Clock Out?" Dustin and Nick will be discussing their efforts and struggles to maintain a solid work/life balance.
Before jumping into business, there are a few things to consider.
Listen in for tips on how you can get creative with building your brand and your name in the community.
In business, competition is a good thing!! It makes your business better. Listen in to find out how you can beat your competition.
Do you know who your competitors are? Do you know why you're losing customers? If the answer is no, listen in to get a leg up on the competition.
Sometimes a business has to fire a customer. However, before that is done, there are a few steps to take in order to try to retain that customer.
Level-Up your business by introducing technology into your daily routine. Dustin and Nick will be discussing their technological "must-haves" for running their businesses, and how advances in technology over the years have completely changed the way they do business.
Are you struggling with maintaining the balance between being a friend or boss? Join Dustin and Nick as they give their tips and tricks on balancing being a boss vs a friend, and how to keep the two separate.
So you think you are already the "best" in your field? Truth is, whether you are new to the industry, or an experienced detailer, learning never stops! Join us in this episode as we discuss how to "Level Up" your business through continuous learning at any level. Live on Facebook and Youtube!
Join us in this episode as we continue our "Level Up" series with special guest, Nick Roman! As both Detailers and Business Owners, Dustin and Nick will be discussing their best and worst "First Day on the Job" experiences as both an employee and employers!
The "Level Up" Series continues as we discuss how to determine your costs and structure your pricing accordingly. This series aims to help Detailers everywhere Evaluate and Evolve their businesses!
We are so excited to announce Play by Play's NEWEST SERIES, "Level Up!" Our weekly topics will be centered around taking your business to the next level, along with the steps necessary to reach that goal.
This episode on Play by Play we have a special treat for you guys! We will be discussing our favorite moments on the show from 2022.
DETAILERS, What are your goals for 2023? On this episode of Play by Play, our focus is on the New Year! Greg Masterson of Masterson's Car Care will be on the show discussing some of his business goals for 2023!
On this episode of Play by Play, our special guest is Justin Day with Detailers of Las Vegas! We are continuing to discuss our predictions for upcoming trends in 2023, our next topic is PPF vs Ceramic Coatings! Recent Google research suggests that PPF is becoming one of the top searches for detailers. Do you think PPF will surpass Ceramic Coatings in 2023?
Play by Play is BACK with our special guest, IGL Coating's very own Mike Karlen! We will be discussing upcoming trends for 2023, including IGL's newest "game changer", Aegis (available ONLY to trained detailers!)
This week on Play by Play, our special guest is Jason Rose, the Global Director of Training for Rupes! This is our last show before heading to SEMA, so the topic this week is "Lost in the Sauce: Navigating Large Conferences."
The Ultimate Game Changer!! We are bringing on Detail Bookie MVP Shawn Kosier to talk about the ultimate game changer for his business. If you're a struggling detailer, set your timer because you'll be kicking yourself if you miss this episode. We're also keeping it fun with our Hack or Hack. See if Dustin and Ryan can guess the detailing hack.
Cayden Mueller is joining the team out of Fort Myers, Florida!! Cayden's runs a busy shop but he's still taking time out to help those affected by Hurricane Ian. He's going to talk about his shop and ongoing relief efforts. Also catch the Hack or Hack!! To donate to Hurricane Ian relief efforts, click this link: https://gofund.me/9b708952
Detail Bookie presents Play by Play's first Ladies Panel!! This episode we are Silencing the STEREOtypes. Are women detailers really soft and unskilled? Let's talk about it. Also, get a good laugh with this episode's HACK or hack.
We're bringing in Detail Bookie MVPs to continue the conversation on the Double-Edged Sword of Social Media. This episode kicks off the Detail Bookie MVP series. Each week a Detail Bookie customer will come on to talk about their business tactics and give advice to the detailing community. We're also doing something different with #hackorhack!! Tune in for the fun
Bad boy Billy Baugus is about to school you on the double-edged sword of social media! Connecting online is great entertainment, but what happens when commentors come for your neck? Detail Bookie will explore this topic in the podcast. Also, don't forget about #hackorhack!! We're putting 303 protectant to the test on the exterior of your vehicle.
Alex Russell is dropping in to drop some knowledge about the world of podcasting. Think it's easy? Think again! He runs the Detail Solutions podcast, so you know he has the deets on life behind the scenes. Also stick around for the #HackorHack. A picture's worth a thousand words. Scratch that!! How about, "A picture an save you $1000 bucks." Find out how at the end of the show.
Detail Bookie is going in the one of the COOLEST man caves in the nation at Jimmy G's Toy Box. Get to know Tony Hannah, the man who runs the show. Want to know how to break into the luxury car detailing business? Here's your chance!! Tony's also giving us this episode's #hackorhack.
Load up your questions because this marketing expert has answers!! Chris Di Giovanni is here from Detailers Roadmap. This is your chance to get educated on current marketing trends all while having a few laughs with the Detail Bookie team. Also, stick around for the #hackorhack!! Can you guess why we're stealing the newspaper from the toilet? Our hack is the answer.
We're uniting father and son in this episode. Billy Jackson is joining the podcast to discuss his working relationship with Dustin. Their family dynamic has built up an empire that continues to grow. Tune in to see how they're doing it. Also, don't forget to stick around for another #HackorHack!!
Play by Play is back with Kody Kimball, the son and partner of Joe Kimball. He's a young entrepreneur who's helping to build the Kimball brand. Not only is Kody a detailing expert, but he's also a wiz behind the camera, creating striking images of cars that will stop you in your tracks. Also, don't forget this episode's #hackorhack!! The hack featured in this episode will help detailers dig deep into the grime.
Play by Play is kicking off the Family Dynamic series with the ever beautiful Stefani Smith!! Stefani is the General Manger for Akron Pro Detail. She is the daughter of Billy Smith and is working up the ranks for an empire takeover!! Also, don't forget to stick around for #hackorhack. Ceramic coating can be used to coat many things but what about glasses? Can they stop them from fogging up? We have the answer.
This week on Play by Play, we're wrapping up the Industry Influencers Series with Nathan Warren of Frontlineshine Inc. discussing how he got started in detail training! Make sure to stick around for this week's #HackorHack. You won't want to miss it!
This week on Play by Play we're bringing in Stanley Jacobs of Flawless Touch Detailing! Stanly has been a huge influence on his local community of Fayetteville, North Carolina and we can't wait to hear how he's done it! Before we bring Stanley on though, we're going to chat about how you guys can be preparing for the holiday weekend, and you know we'll have another #HackOrHack for you at the end of the show.
This week on Play by Play we've got Chelsea Longabaugh of Attention 2 Details on the show telling us all about how she got her start as an influencer in our industry. Before we bring Chelsea on though, we're chatting it up about how to beat the heat and we've got another fun #HackOrHack for you at the end of the show!
Today we have Joe Kimball back on the show talking about what it means to be a leader in the industry! With over 30 years of detailing experience Joe started the Detailers Network Group to share that experience with other detailers around the world. Check it out this week on Play by Play, and don't forget to stick around for this week's #HackOrHack!
Join us as we sit down with Renny to chat about his leadership style and the influence it's left on our industry. We want to hear about some of the changes he's observed in our industry over the years and all about his recent trip overseas. Plus don't forget to stick around for this week's #HackOrHack!
Detail Bookie is coming together with Mobile Tech and Road FS for a software panel at SDC. This is your chance to learn the ins and outs of CRM for the detailing industry from some of the best!
Play by Play is live at the IGL Training Center for the SDC Kick-Off Party! We're sitting down with some of our good friends and industry favorites to see what everyone is excited about at this year's Southern Detailers Conference. Tune in and catch up on the fun!
We're bringing you the heat from the coolest manufacturers in the detailing industry. Hear from Joel LaPalme of IGL Coatings, Chris West of Solution Finish and Carlos Gonzalez of Onyx. Stay tuned for more from SDC weekend!
We've heard from some of the best educators in the industry, and we're excited to welcome Yvan Lacroix to the lineup! His trainings are a little different though. They focus on the business side of detailing, teaching detailers the art of efficiency and profitability. And who wouldn't want to know more about that? Plus don't forget there's another #HackOrHack coming at you at the end of the show! Do you have a great hack, or are you the hack? Find out with a new hack every week!
Ready for the big news? First we're going to chat about professionalism at industry events, then we're going to bring Meghan on to hear all about her leadership style and what it means to be such an influence in the industry. Then if we can wait this long, we're going to spill the beans!
We've got a hot topic today! Are you advertising for your brand, or are you advertising for the products in your shop? What's the difference? Well folks, we're gonna tell you, and then we're gonna continue with our #IndustryInfluencer series. Chris Griner is our guest on the show today and he has a seriously cool shop based out of Lake Havasu. Check it out to hear about some of the awesome stuff they're doing out at Detail Specialties!
We're bringing Jennifer Turcotte back on the show to chat about all the ways she's influenced this industry. Not only has she worked on way cooler cars than most of us have ever seen and developed products with top brands, but she's also been a huge advocate for women in an industry where there aren't many. Check out what Jennifer has to say on today's episode of Play by Play, and don't forget to stick around 'til the end for today's #HackOrHack!
It's been a whole year of Play by Play! We've had some amazing conversations with great guests, so enjoy a look back through our first year on the show.
It's another great day on Play by Play! Today on the Industry Influencer series we've got our good friend Joel LaPalme of IGL Coatings. Joel's had an incredible career in our industry and beyond, so we're excited to share a little of that experience with you guys and see how Joel became the leader that he is today. Plus we've got another classic #HackOrHack for you at the end and don't forget to like and hit the subscribe button on Youtube!
This week on Play by Play we're back with our Industry Influencer Series! Drake Robert of Detail U and Drake's Mobile Detailing will be our guest today chatting about how he got started in the industry, why he started his Youtube channel, and some of the struggles he's had to overcome. Plus you'll really want to stick around 'til the end if you entered our Annual Subscriber Giveaway! We're drawing the winner live on air after this week's #HackOrHack!