We’re excited to share our transition and how Jeremy of Status Auto Detailing trusted us to take over their business. Tune in for the full story, behind-the-scenes insights, and the start of our PPF journey! 

00:00 – Intro
02:37 – How Jeremy Started Status Auto Detailing
11:46 – How Josh and Jeremy Met
14:08 – Stepping Out of the Industry
16:14 – Reaching Out to Belk Detailing to Take Over
19:40 – What Separates an Amateur From a Pro Detailer
22:30 – PPF vs. Coating
23:52 – Can You Go to a Car Wash With PPF?
26:42 – Can You Go to a Touchless Car Wash With Ceramic Coating?
32:11 – The Truth About PPF
42:29 – Jeremy’s Top Three Favorite Cars to Work On
50:57 – What Jeremy Thinks the Industry Will Look Like in 5 Years (Who Will Be the Top Shops?)

Belk Detailing LLC

Website - https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/belkmobiledetailing/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/belkmobiledetailing
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@belkmobiledetailing

Road to $1 Million  
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@Roadto1MillionDetailing

On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Steve from TNT Glass Tinting in Denver, NC. Steve started as a technician and over the years expanded TNT into PPF and tinting services. Today, he shares his journey from technician to business owner, insights on hiring and training new team members, mastering sales, and growing the business with PPF and tinting.

Timestamps

00:00 – Intro
04:21 – How TNT Started
07:40 – Introducing PPF
18:22 – From Technician to Business Owner
26:09 – Hiring New Team Members Without Experience
30:54 – Sales
38:24 – Success in Sales: Laying Your Brand Foundation & Perception
48:46 – Meta Ads
52:48 – Understanding PPF Pricing
55:10 – Content for Customer Engagement & Education
59:03 – Virtual Assistant

TNT Glass Tinting
Website - https://www.tntautoglassnc.com/ 
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tntglasstinting/

Belk Detailing LLC
Website - https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/belkmobiledetailing/

Road to $1 Million 
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Roadto1MillionDetailing
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/

On this episode, get an inside look at a coaching call with Josh as he sits down with Christian, a car detailer from Dodge City, Kansas, to talk about growing his business with Meta and Google ads. They cover running ads, retargeting leads, following up, boosting sales, and connecting with the right clients. Josh also shares simple strategies and tools to make the process easier and get better results.

Time Stamps:

00:00 - Intro

01:02 - Ads Framework

04:56 - Why Educational Ads Matter

07:32 - Retargeting Basics

12:41 - Connecting With Leads

16:47 - Being Prompt in Calling Leads

23:36 - Follow-Up Tips

26:46 - Evaluating If the Client Is a Fit for the Service

36:33 - How Car Washes Can Damage The Car's Paint

40:11 - Go High Level

48:09 - Using YouTube for Education

54:30 - Outro

Belk Detailing LLC

Website - https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/belkmobiledetailing/

Road to $1 Million  

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Roadto1MillionDetailing

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/

On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Cody Brace, owner of Keystone Detail in Erie, Pennsylvania. Cody shares how he got started in detailing, breaks down his highest revenue month at $32,500, and talks about the mindset shifts that helped him grow the business. He also dives into handling frustrations, getting into PPF and tinting, working with friends and family, the biggest influences in his journey, and more.

(00:00) - Cody’s detailing beginnings
(02:57) - How a virtual assistant helped his business
(13:57) - Cody’s highest revenue month
(16:24) - Turning passion into a business
(21:50) - Visionary vs. integrator
(23:35) - Handling frustrations
(35:26) - Getting into PPF and tinting
(45:00) - Working with friends and family
(49:52) - Finding fulfillment in business
(56:52) - Cody’s best investments
(1:03:14) - Biggest influence on Cody’s business

Key Stone Detail

Website - https://www.keystonedetailpa.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/keystonedetailpa/

Belk Detailing LLC

Website - https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/belkmobiledetailing/

Road to $1 Million 

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Roadto1MillionDetailing

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/

On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh talks about 5 types of insurance that car detailers need to protect their business in the case of accident. Josh breaks down everything you need to know about insurance for detailing businesses — from general liability to garage keepers and commercial auto policies. Whether you’re running a mobile setup or a full shop, understanding your coverage could literally save your company from bankruptcy. Today, we’ll talk about what’s actually covered in each policy (and what isn’t), how to avoid gaps in your policy, and what type of insurance setup most six-figure detailing businesses rely on.

Time Stamps:

(0:00) - Intro

(2:18) - General Liability

(7:17) - Garage Liability

(10:08) - Garage Keepers

(13:23) - Worker's Comp

(14:58) - Owner's Disability 

Belk Detailing LLC

Website - https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/belkmobiledetailing/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/belkmobiledetailing

Road to $1 Million 

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Roadto1MillionDetailing

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/

On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Nick Roman, owner of Splash Hand Car Wash & Detail, based in Northbrook and Libertyville, IL. Across these two locations, Nick and his team service anywhere between 200–400 cars per day, with roughly 60% of the business coming from hand car washes and 80% being recurring customers. Recently, Nick has introduced PPF, ceramic coatings, and window tint as premium offerings to add more value for his clientele.

On the podcast, Nick talks about how Splash started, setting clear customer expectations, leading his team, managing burnout, and building a business beyond just money.

Time Stamps:

(0:00) - Intro

(5:12) - How Splash Hand Car Wash Started

(7:47) - Expanding from Hand Wash to Premium Services

(12:29) - Setting Customer Expectations

(19:09) - Enhancing the Customer Experience

(25:17) - Upselling Techniques

(28:03) - Creating Content That Connects

(32:59) - Maintaining Work-Life Balance

(46:24) - Continuous Improvement and Growth

(50:04) - Employee Turnover and Retention

(52:07) - Nick’s Daily Responsibilities

(1:03:00) - Managing Burnout

(1:15:00) - Business Is More Than Just Money

Splash Hand Car Wash & Detail

Website - https://www.splashhandcarwash.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/splash.hand.car.wash

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/splashcarwash185

Belk Detailing LLC

Website - https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/belkmobiledetailing/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/belkmobiledetailing

Road to $1 Million 

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Roadto1MillionDetailing

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/

On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh answers 13 questions from his team about business growth, lessons learned, and future goals. 

(0:00) - Intro

(0:37) - What's a must have at our next shop?

(4:14) - Where do you want the business to be in 1 year?

(9:37) - What tools would help us be more efficient?

(12:06) - What's the most crucial part of our business?

(14:01) - What's your favorite part of the business?

(19:23) - Is there anything you'd do differently looking back?

(21:28) - What would you like to provide to the team as the business grows?

(22:50) - When Belk crosses the $1 million mark, what will the business look like?

(27:04) - What's something you've learned from each of the guys?

(36:24) - What's the most important thing for the team to understand?

(39:10) - What's something you wish you didn't spend so much time on?

(40:06) - What's one lesson you've learned as a leader?

(42:02) - If you could measure anything that isn't realistically measurable what would it be?

Belk Detailing LLC

Website - https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/belkmobiledetailing/

Road to $1 Million 

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Roadto1MillionDetailing

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/

On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Andrew Hayslip, owner of Boat Beautiful, Car Beautiful, and CCT Auto Protection Studio based out of Austin, TX. Andrew first started detailing boats when he was 22 years old and over the years started a car detailing and auto protection business as well. 17 years later, Boat Beautiful is one of the largest marine detailers in Texas, generating over $1 million a year in sales, and CCT has experienced growth of 166% in just the last year. Today, Andrew is going to share his story and some secrets to his success.

Time Stamps:

(0:00) - Intro

(2:04) - How Andrew Started

(5:28) - Building a Team

(8:33) - How The Name "Boat Beautiful" Came To Be

(11:41) - Financial Insights

(16:17) - The Introduction of PPF

(19:07) - Upselling & Client Communication

(25:35) - Training vs Hiring

(40:18) - Compensation Structure 

(50:37) - Sales Strategies For PPF

(1:01:07) - Standard Operating Procedures

Boat Beautiful & CCT Auto Protection Studio

Website - https://www.boatbeautiful.com/?

Website - https://www.ceramiccoattexas.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ceramiccoattexas/?hl=en

Belk Detailing LLC

Website - https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/belkmobiledetailing/

Road to $1 Million 

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Roadto1MillionDetailing

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/

On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Adam Pitale, founder of Adam's Polishes and owner of Enzo's Hand Wash & Detailing Center out of Boise, ID. On the podcast Adam talks about how and why Enzo's started, some of the challenges he's faced thus far, debt, raising prices, building a stellar 5 star customer experience, and more!

Time Stamps:

(0:00) - Intro

(2:28) - How Enzo's Started

(8:04) - Adam's Polishes

(15:07) - Hiring & Training

(24:19) - Debt

(43:09) - How Is Enzo's Going

(49:46) - The Challenge of Mediocrity 

(57:13) - Raising Prices

(1:01:11) - Creating 5 Star Experiences

(1:13:46) - The Future of Enzo's

Enzo's Hand Wash & Detailing Center

Website - https://enzoshandwash.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/enzoshandwash/

Adam's Personal IG - https://www.instagram.com/adampitale/

Belk Detailing LLC

Website - https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/belkmobiledetailing/

Road to $1 Million 

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Roadto1MillionDetailing

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/

On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh sits down with Hunter Zarzycki, founder of AdMotive. Hunter and his team work with over 100 shops worldwide, from mobile detailers making $10k a month to multi-million-dollar operations. Today, he shares his story, plus actionable tips for creating killer marketing campaigns as we head into the end of 2025.

Time Stamps:

(0:00) - Intro

(1:51) - How Hunter Started AdMotive

(7:53) - The Detailing Bubble

(9:06) - Separating Your Marketing From The Competition

(16:28) - Tint vs Detailing Leads

(19:31) - Creating Content That Converts

(30:25) - Small Town Marketing

(35:57) - Changes Going Into 2026

(39:56) - Creating a Family Feel In Business

(43:09) - Enhancing Customer Experience

(52:20) - The Importance of Asking Questions

(58:24) - Balancing Sales With Morals & Values

Hunter & AdMotive

Website - https://admotive.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/hunter.zarzycki

Belk Detailing LLC

Website - https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/belkmobiledetailing/

Road to $1 Million 

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Roadto1MillionDetailing

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/