The RoadFS Podcast

80. Expanding Your Mobile Detailing Business With An Eye On Profitability

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Chris Blaisdell owner of Onsite Detail is our guest this week on RoadFS Detail Memoirs. He shares how he decided to buy his brother-in-law's mobile detailing business to grow it, with the help of his wife. Their focus on managing the business with an eye on profitability has enabled them to move into a shop, providing retail and dealership services, and offering a wide range of detailing services.

HIghlights

  • Deciding to buy his brother-in-law's business in 2008
  • Learning the business components of owning your own business.
  • HIs wife's focus on the financial side of the business helping them dial in their operations and profitability
  • The importance of continuing education.
  • Having the mindset that you can learn from anyone
  • Being open to suggestions from your employees
  • Focusing on the customer experience instead of the services and products you offer
  • Make sure you have your business set up properly including having the proper insurance and licensing
  • The power of word of mouth

    • Guest:

    Chris Blaisdell
    Onsite Detailing
    Website: www.onsitedetailing.net

    Host:

    Jody Sedrick - Instagram: https://instagram.com/jodysedrick
    Rod Puzey - Instagram: https://instagram.com/rodpuzey

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