The RoadFS Podcast

By Jody Sedrick

Jody Sedrick and Rod Puzey of Zenware and RoadFS explore the movers and shakers of the automotive detailing industry. Every Thursday we interview detailers, members of the IDA, supplier... more

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October 09, 202077. Strategically Building Your Detailing Business With Old School Patience, Education & Tenacity
This week we visit with John Corinella owner of American Detail Corp in West Palm Beach Florida. We explore his move from traditional automotive bodywork into owning and growing his own mobile detailing business.
Show Highlights:
Always been in the automotive industry

Making the move to mobile detailing

Growing his business through old school methods; knocking on doors, patience, word of mouth, and consistency

How he made the decision to move into his own shop

The importance of vision and being resilient because you inevitably encounter unexpected potholes

The power of working with his wife to build a strong business

His tips for business owners

Patience

Continuing education

Tenacity
https://youtu.be/BFgELctC0Dc
Guest
John Corinella
American Detail Corp.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/americandetailcorp/
Website: https://americandetailcorp.com/
Host:
Rod Puzey: https://instagram.com/rodpuzey
Jody Sedrick: https://instagram.com/jodysedrick
RoadFS: https://roadfs.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/roadfs
Zenware: Https://zenware.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/zenwareinc
RoadFS Detail Memoirs and Mafia Memoirs is a production of RoadFS and Zenware Inc.
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32min
September 28, 202076. Building a Small Business with Consistency, Marketing & PHENOMENAL Customer Service - Steven Chin
This week Steven Chin, owner of PS Detail Products East Bay is our guest on RoadFS Detail Memoirs. He shares his dad's inspiring immigrant story of coming to America and building a strong distribution business of P&S Detail Products.
In this episode, we explore:
Coming to America and getting to work building a business

How a broken fuse changed everything

Steven's decision to take over the business

The power of having a GREAT partner in P&S Detail Products

Getting their first location and opening a small storefront

Building a business on consistency and phenomenal customer service

Steven's tips for building a strong small business; consistency, being available, customer service, smile, attentive, and persevere
Guest:
Steven Chin
P&S Detail Products East Bay
Instagram: instagram.com/psdetailproductseastbay
Phone: 510-889-9107
Hosts:
Jody Sedrick: https://instagram.com/jodysedrick
Rod Puzey: https://instagram.com/rodpuzey
Website
Zenware - https://zenware.com
RoadFS - https://roadfs.com
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36min
August 28, 202075. How to Build a Strong Detailing Business Serving Dealerships - Jamie Gonzales: RoadFS Detail Memoirs
You are going to LOVE this episode. Jamie lays out GOLD to help you build a strong detailing business with dealerships.
Focus on becoming part of their team

Don't look at their demands as pressure but an opportunity to bail them out

The power of The IDA and other educational opportunities

Attacking social media in a non-traditional way to drive interest and engagements

Building strong partnerships to extend your services and the dealerships reliance upon your business

Having a strong support system • Bringing his son to the shop and teaching him the business
Guest:
Jamie Gonzales
JNG Auto Reconditioning
Website: https://www.saltlakecitydetail.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jngrecon/
Hosts:
Jody Sedrick: https://instagram.com/jodysedrick
Rod Puzey: https://instagram.com/rodpuzey
Website
Zenware - https://zenware.com
RoadFS - https://roadfs.com
RoadFS Detail Memoirs and Mafia Memoirs is a production of Zenware, Inc and RoadFS
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37min
August 24, 202074. RoadFS Detail memoirs with Anthony Brown Jr.
This week we are living LARGE with LARGER than live Anthony Brown Jr. Owner of Carter's Car Care.
Show highlights:
How Anthony went from being a mobile mechanic to a detailer

Why his business name is "Carter's Car Care"

Living with positivity, energy, and faith

The marketing tools he uses to grow his business

The power of personal branding and business branding

How started his clothing brand "The Detailer" and how it spills into other industries

His recommendations to help you grow your business
Guest:
Anthony Brown Jr. Carter's Care Care
Instagram: @carters_car_care
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CartersCarCareDallas/
Hosts:
Jody Sedrick: https://instagram.com/jodysedrick
Rod Puzey: https://instagram.com/rodpuzey
Website
Zenware - https://zenware.com
RoadFS - https://roadfs.com
Instagram: @zenwareinc
RoadFS Detail Memoirs and Mafia Memoirs is a production of Zenware, Inc and RoadFS
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28min
August 14, 202073. Ronald Colombo of All Star Mobile Detail
This week we visit with Ronald Colombo owner of all Star Mobile Detailing
• How he got started

When to make the leap to start your own business

It's not always greener owning your own business

Things he had to overcome starting and growing his business

The power of having a mentor and on-going training

Setting up good systems • Be a student to the game

Hiring the right employee and hiring for the right role

The blessing and challenge of COVID

Knowing your worth

Ronald's key components to build and grow a business
Guest:
Ronald Colombo
All-Star Mobile Detail
https://www.allstarmobiledetail.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/all_star_detail/
Instagram: https:/instagram.com/detailpreneurs
Hosts:
Jody Sedrick https://instagram.com/jodysedrick
Rod Puzey https://instagram.com/rodpuzey
Instagram:
RoadFS: https://instagram.com/roadfs
Zenware: https://instagram.com/zenwareinc
Website
Zenware: https://zenware.com
RoadFS: https://roadfs.com

RoadFS Detail Memoirs and Mafia Memoirs is a production of Zenware and RoadFS
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28min
July 30, 202072. RoadFS Detail Memoirs with Bethany Lucia - Next Level Detailing
The women of detailing are ROCKING July on RoadFS Detail Memoirs. This week Bethany Lucia of Next Level Detailing is our guest. Yeah, she details but she has operations dialed in at Next Level. Plus her wit and humor will keep you on your toes in any conversation.
How she went from big agency advertising to detailing

Working with her uncle Rodd Thayers and leveraging their unique personalities

Transitioning from mobile to inside the 4 walls business

Strategies for carving out a strong and unique market position in a larger market

Hosting Meet & Greets and strategically working with other detailers

Managing the impact of COVID • Attending SEMA in November?

Being adamant and protective of work-life balance

Tips for small business; build a strong brand, keep a clean shop, make your employees feel appreciated, don't take advantage of your customers, be honest

Guest Details:
Bethany Lucia
Next Level Detailing
Website: https://detailandrestore.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nldetails/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextleveldetailingatl/
Hosts
Jody Sedrick: https://instagram.com/jodysedrick
Rod Puzey: https://instagram.com/rodpuzey
RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a production of Zenware, Inc. and RoadFS
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33min
July 17, 202071. RoadFS Detail Memoirs with Melissa Ballard Long
Operations, Operations, Operations. Join us this week as we visit with Melissa Long Ballard on RoadFS Detail Memoirs. She is extremely focused on creating systems that make running their detail business like a well-oiled machine. Plus she is one of the nicest ladies in the business while keeping her team on task.
Show highlights
How she got into the automotive industry them moving into detailing

Bringing unique strategies and offerings to successfully serve their dealership clients

Taking great ideas from her partner Jeff and implementing them strategically into the business

Detailing services offered

Setting expectations for your customer

Managing their detailing team through COVID

Leveraging RoadFS to help them grow their business.
Guest Info
Melissa Ballard Long\
The Charlotte Detail Company
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thecharlottedetailcompany
Website - https://thecharlottedetailco.com/
Hosts:
Jody Sedrick - https://instagram.com/jodysedrick
Rod Puzey - https://instagram.com/rodpuzey
RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a production of Zenware Inc. and RoadFS
Website
https://zenware.com
https://roadfs.com
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39min
July 13, 202070. RoadFS Detail Memoirs with Emily Buchanan
Who’s The Real Boss?
We know Jamie Buchanan says he’s the "Mack Daddy" but this week to find out who REALLY runs the show when we visit with Emily Buchanan of Visual Perfection on RoadFS Detail Memoirs.
Show highlights:
Working in a family-owned business

Managing a detailing team

Strategically pulling back their business to be more profitable

Creating a great environment for your team and customers

Managing retail and dealership customers

Creating a barbershop like environment in the office - delivery driver gossip, helping and providing great services

The power of PHENOMENAL service
Check out Visual Perfection at
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Visual.Perfection7533
Website: https://www.visualperfectionmorganton.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/visualperfectiondetailing
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21min
July 03, 202069. RoadFS Detail Memoirs with Alejandro Bonilla
This week RoadFS goes International. Alejandro Bonilla, owner of Eco Shine joins us from Costa Rica. Alejandro is a TRUE car guy. His business, hobbies, interest, YouTube searches, are all centered around cars unless he's traveling with his wife.
Show highlights
How he got started detailing

Working for Castro Oil and Meguire's

Making the move to opening his own business

It's not open it and they will come

The importance of on-going training and building a network of great business owners

His PASSION, LOVE and ADDICTION to cars

His tips for growing your business
Guest: Alejandro Bonilla
Eco Shine CR
Host: Jody Sedrick - Instagram @jodysedrick
Rod Puzey - Instagram @rodpuzey
RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a production of Zenware and RoadFS
RoadFS is the leading mobile invoicing and scheduling software in the automotive detailing, PDR, and auto recon industry.
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35min
June 18, 2020 68. RoadFS Detail Memoirs with The Buffin Queen
Renee Douglas The Buffin Queen is our guest this week. Join us as we explore:
• How she got started?
• Finding a career that she could build around her being an at-home mom
• How she grew her business
• How she's learned and adapted make aluminum detailing a core piece of her business
• The importance of investing in yourself, getting training and finding a trusted mentor
• Don't listen to the doubters and critics
• Be humble and let your work speak for itself
This is a power-packed episode. Please share with your circle so we can share Renee's insight and experience.
Guests:
Renee Douglas
Instagram: @thebuffinqueen
Mentioned in this podcast
Zephyr Polish - https://zephyrpro40.com/
IGL Coatings - https://iglcoatings.com/
Hosts:
Jody Sedrick - Instagram @jodysedrick
Rod Puzey - Instagram @rodpuzey
RoadFS Detail Memoirs is a production of Zenware and RoadFS Website https://zenware.com https://roadfs.com Instagram: @zenwareinc @roadfs
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32min

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