In 1959, his mother helped him get a business loan to open his first service center.  Today, Fred Beans sits at the helm of a self-made empire with more than 14 auto dealerships supplying 19 vehicle brands across southeastern Pennsylvania, employing over 1,700 people.  Fred shares more than 6 decades of wisdom with us about starting, growing, and managing a small business with staying power.   Join the #extraordinarysmallbusinesschallenge on social media! Instagram: @extraordinarysmallbusiness/ Facebook: facebook.com/extraordinarysmallbusiness Twitter: @extraordinarysb Online: extraordinarysmallbusiness.com/   This episode was made possible by ClickFunnels.  Software that will LEVEL UP your small business.  Check them out—> http://extraordinarysmallbusiness.com/clickfunnels