The Auto Detailing Podcast
Jimbo Balaam interviews guest like Barry Meguiar, Jason Rose, Yvan Lacroix,
Updated 4 days agoThe Auto Detailing Podcast is a show dedicated to all things auto detailing. Whether you are a weekend warrior, drive way detailer, just starting your detail business, or you have been detailing for many years there is something we can all learn. This show gives you valuable tips, tricks and interviews with todays top detailers across the world. We focus heavily on efficiency and award winning results - We keep it real and make sure every episode gives you multiple take aways to make you a better auto detailer.
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171: Bud Abraham - The First Mobile Detailer In The World
Today on the show we have Bud Abraham - Bud Holds a BA and MA in Political Science & History, heTaught Jr. College for 4 years before entering the business world.In 1969 went to work for Hanna Car Wash Systems, the largest car wash equipment company in the world, at that time.Served in many capacities of marketing, advertising and sales. His last position with the company was Director of International Marketing & SalesBud, Left the company to start an Export Marketing Company helping US companies sell their products overseas.During that time he became involved with Car Care Corporation of Phoenix, Arizona who was in the early stages of developing the DETAIL PLUS concept of a high-tech, first class retail detail centre. He immediately saw the potential of the concept and jumped in to help the company establish and develop the concept. Part of that commitment was building two DETAIL PLUS Centers in Portland, Oregon while selling and marketing the DETAIL PLUS concept to international markets.In 1986 Car Care Corporation went out of business to pursue the development of automatic car wash/detail centres and at that time he took over the company under the name of DETAIL PLUS Car Appearance Systems, marketing the concept to both the domestic and international markets.Within a few short years he became a leader in the promotion of auto detailing as a legitimate retail business.He was the founder of the Professional Detailing Association in 1989 and served as it's first executive director.He later, help to found the current International Detailing Association in 2006 and also served as it's first executive director.Today he serves as president of DETAIL PLUS Car Appearance Systems, is an active member of the International Detailing Association, has served on the Boards of the International Carwash Association and the Western Carwash Association; writes articles on detailing in several trade journals, conducts detailing seminars and consults worldwide on auto detailing. He is married, has 4 daughters and enjoys NBA basketball. Connect With Bud: Bud Abraham On Facebook email [email protected] Detail Plus Car Appearance Systems http://www.detailplus.com Bud's Blog Detailer's World Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
170: Helping A Detailer Out
Today on the show I share how I try and help out other detailers - passing along referrals and business in general. Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
169: How To Remove Scuff Marks From Doors
Today on the show we talk about a new way to How To Remove Scuff Marks From Doors. Im honestly not sure if everyone except for me knows about this trick or if Im the first to start talking about it, but for what ever its worth I hope you enjoy this episode and reach out to me and let me know if you have known about this trick for a long time or not! - Jimbo Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
168: Nick Champman - Duesenberg Talk
Today on the show we have Nick Chapman from Nick's Custom Detailing. Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
167: Rotary...What's a Rotary
Today on the show we talk about rotary polishing and why its important to hone your craft with your old friend, the rotary polisher. I tell you about a real life example of where the rotary came to my rescue. Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
166: Easy Up Sell - Headlights
Today on the show we talk about an easy up sell that gives a nice final touch on any detail. Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
165: Easy Trick To Wash Cars Faster
Today on the show we share a helpful tip on a method I have implemented to speed up my car washing. Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
164: To Say Your Eco Friendly Or To Not...
A big question right now in the detailing industry is to advertise yourself as eco friendly or not too, I share a funny story from an interaction with a client of mine recently...enjoy! Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email Jimbo@AutoDetailingPodcastdotCom
163: Flashback Friday - Interior Detailing Secrets
Today's episode is a flashback to 100 episodes ago - interior detailing secrets with Scott Perkin from Scotty's Shine Shop - Enjoy! This is Scotts 2nd time on the podcast, to listen to his first visit CLICK HERE. Today we talk about a topic that isnt very popular and you do not hear much about, yet for a detailer focusing on his/her retail side of the business this episode is of HUGE value. Check it out! With over 20 years of detailing experience with all types of auto, boat, motorcycle and RV detailing and running London’s ONLY certified detail shop and winner of the 2014 International Detailing Association “Detail Shop of the Year” award. Scotty’s Shine Shop employs methods for all their services such as hand car washing, polishing, interior detailing and full paint correction that have been perfected to a science via our longstanding dedication to ongoing training in the latest and safest techniques and guaranteed in our results. Connect with Scott: http://shineshop.ca https://www.facebook.com/scottysshineshop Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
162: Don't Have Coffee Breath
Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
161: Bob Phillips - P&S Sales
Today on the show we have Bob Phillips From P&S Sales. P&S Sales, Inc. was founded in 1961 by three partners who shared a common goal of providing quality products. Today P&S Sales, Inc. is recognized as one of the industry leaders in the auto detail industry. Connect With Bob and P&S Sales: Bob Phillips on Facebook P&S sales website P&S Sales Facebook Page Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
160: Website Tricks For More Clients
In todays quick tip we teach you how to get more appointments from your website. Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
159: Business Is Hard
Today on the show we talk about how business is hard, but you can use that hardness to increase profits! Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
158: How To Handle Hard and Soft Paints w/ Matt Gibb
Today on the show we have Matt Gibb - to talk about how to handle super hard paints and super soft paints. Enjoy! The Must Have Tools For Dealing With All Different Types Of Paints - Dewalt Rotary Polisher Rupes 21mm Grit Guard Universal Pad Washer Rayon Pads MF Cutting Pad MF Finishing Pad M205 With a Cutting Pad My new 720 gsm washing towel [email protected] Connect With Matt - Detailology -SA's Leading Paint Polishing specialist / R & D Facility Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
157: Client Information = Profits
Today on the show we talk about the importance of keeping track of your clients information, even if that client has only purchased one time from you. Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
156: Getting More Efficient
Today on the show we teach you tips to get you more efficient! Raising your prices isn't the only way to increase your profitability, we will teach you the other side of the coin to put more money in your pocket! Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
155: Debt & Financing Your Detail Business
In today's episode we talk to Kevin Davis of Detailer's Helper, We talk about Detailer's Helper of course, but mainly about a completely different topic, Debt, Financing and how to have the most prosperous detail business possible. Viewing debt in the right light in the right way "rightly" can be a tremendous advantage for your detail operation. Not using debt "rightly" can have the opposite effect. We talk about when to use debt, when not to use debt, and how to secure the best type of debt. Also, Living a healthy, balanced life is one of the key to you're detailing success and we show you how. Quote Of the Show: "Don't get so caught up building a business that you forget to build a life" - Zig Zieglar Connect With Kevin: Facebook Detailers Helper Resources To Make You A Better Detailer: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! Try Audible and Get Two Free Audiobooks" target="_blank">Audible: No time to read books? No worries, listen to them on audible- Get 2 books FREE, Here. What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
154: Use LivingSocial To Get More Clients
On today's show we show you how to effectively use discount sites like living social to get more clients that pay full price. Its possible, i've personally done it and I tell you how here. Show Sponsor: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
153: Seriously You Need A Website
You seriously need a website for your detailing business. On today's show we show you how to get a free domain with hosting from one of the best hosting companies on the planet. Show Sponsor: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
152: Jeff Anguil - The 17 Year Old Detailer
Today on the show we have Jeff Anguil, a 17 year old detailer from Wisconsin. Jeff is a hustler and it all started one day when he went to his grandparents house to clean windows only to not be able to take his eyes off he grandfathers new Nissan Z - That night Jeff made the decision to invest $1500 of his parents money into his new detail business. Find out what happens next... Favorite Go To Detailing Product?: AMMO NYC line Flex 3401 Chemical Guys V-line Quote Of The Show: " Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity" - Seneca Connect With Jeff: Show Sponsor: Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. You can also watch these episodes on our YouTube Channel HERE. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
151: What Products Does Jimbo Use?
In this episode I share with you a brand new resource that was set up specifically with you in mind. I get a lot of questions about what products I use so for this reason I have set up a dedicated page (that will always be updated) of the exact products I'm currently using. Check it out HERE or just head over to autodetailingpodcast.com/resources. ps - never pay for shipping ever again when you shop from this page - or pay a little shipping and get your goodies the very next day, not more waiting for a week to receive you new toys! Show Sponsor: Blue Host - Get FREE domains with hosting plans - get your website back on track today! What Products does Jimbo use? Find out HERE. Looking to start your own mobile detailing business? Let us show you our fail proof way how - The Mobile Auto Detailing Academy. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
150: Are You Leaving Money On The Table?
Are you leaving money on the table each and every detail job you complete? Not after today...let us show you how to increase your customer spending without you having to raise your prices! For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
149: ONR, Opti-Coat+, Opti-Seal and Much More...
Today on the show we sit down with Yvan Lacroix and Dann Williams representing Optimum Polymer Technologies. We talk about everything Opti offers and how their products are centered around making you more efficient in your detailing efforts. Weather its ONR or Opti-Coat Pro+, all of their products are designed by Dr. G in Memphis, TN, USA and designed to be easy to work with and give amazing results. ONR by itself has personally completely changed the way I wash and detail cars for my clients and has also helped me skirt around water run off fines and regulations. I would encourage all of you to try atlas one of opti's products and see how great that are for yourself. You can also listen to episode #88 with Yvan when we talked all about Efficiency and profitability CLICK HERE. Connect With Yvan on Facebook : Yvans Youtube Channel with great videos on how to properly use ONR, and some other funny stuff CLICK HERE. [email protected] 450-775-0508 Connect With Dann on Facebook: Big D's Mobile Detailing 619-952-4814 [email protected] Connect With The Opti Team: [email protected] Opti-Coat.net 901-363-4995 7a-4p CST M-F For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
148: Secret To Applying Trim Dressing
On today's show we share a quick tip on how to more effectively dress pieces of trim on your car that can sometimes be a big pain and extremely time consuming...not anymore with this secret tip. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]
147: Don't Make THIS Mistake...EVER
In today's quick tip we share with you THIS one mistake that you should never make if your auto detailing business. It could loose your business thousands of dollars each year, listen in to find out what the mistake is. For more information and for ways to connect with us please visit AutoDetailingPodcast.com If you enjoy the show and find value please give us a review in iTunes! Thanks for listening! For listener Q&A Please email [email protected]