The RoadFS Podcast

79. Building Your Detailing Business To Weather Every Season of Growth - Mike Karlen

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Mike Karlen owner of Fast Lane Detailing tells us how he carved out a strong detailing business in a "small" community. Plus we announce October's winner of a big box of Buff & Shine Pads and a month's free subscription to RoadFS.  

Show highlights: 

  • Building a thriving market in a smaller market 
  • Starting out working at a dealership.  
  • Saving 6 months to save enough to start his business 
  • Working for dealerships and then transitioning to personal vehicles 
  • Growing word of mouth, boosting before and after photos to highlight is work 
  • Turning $50 into $6,000 
  • What is his pricing strategy for bigger vehicles like tractors, boats, and columbines 
  • Things he does to keep business moving in the winter months 
  • Tips for growing your business; work hard, improve processes, find products that work for you, find a trusted advisor
  • His philosophy of "Own it!"   

    • Guest: Mike Karlen

    Fast Lane Detailing
    Website: https://www.fastlanedetailing.com/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FastLaneDetailing
    Instagram: @fastlanedetailing.54768  

    Host: Jody Sedrick - Instagram: https://instagram.com/jodysedrick

    Rod Puzey - Instagram: https://instagram.com/rodpuzey 

    Website RoadFS - https://roadfs.com

    Zenware - https://zenware.com
    Instagram https://instagram.com/roadfs
    https://instagram.com/zenwareinc 

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