Episode 116 - Founders Award Winner Dutch Silverstein at ETI Tool Tech 2023

Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life.Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABEShop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your customer with a unique and immersive buying experience.Click here to schedule a free demo: https://geni.us/Shop-WareUtilize the fastest and easiest way to look up and order parts and tires with PartsTech absolutely free.Click here to get started: https://geni.us/PartsTechTransform your shop's marketing with the best in the automotive industry, Shop Marketing Pros! Get a free audit of your shop's current marketing by clicking here: https://geni.us/ShopMarketingPros Dutch Silverstein is presented with the Founders Award at ETI Tool Tech 2023. He also gives his perspective on the information he gained while attending and how he'll adjust as a shop owner. Topics Discussed: Recording our thoughts on ETI. (0:00)What do you look at when choosing a trade association? (5:34)Why manufacturers are becoming more aggressive with over-the-air updates. (6:45)Taking advantage of the stereotype of a technician. (10:50)Why do you think that it’s the shop owners that complain? (16:33)What is swot analysis and how to use it? (23:05)Self-discipline is the key. (29:30)The importance of having a budget for profit. (33:23)A typical shop owner’s mindset. (40:14)The difference between a problem and a real problem. (46:41)The importance of introspection and discipline. (52:44)The importance of saving for a rainy day. (57:04)