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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Digital Marketing for Auto Repair, Auto Body & Collision Shops, PDR, Detailers

James Griffin

The Auto Shop Marketing podcast is designed to help various auto service shops get more calls, more quote requests, & increase their car count. We talk business & marketing strategies for Auto Repair Shops, Auto Body & Collision Repair Shops, Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) Shops, Detailers, & Auto Customization shops. Get proven digital marketing strategies specifically for web design, Google Ads, Facebook Ads, YouTube Ads, automation and AI, and follow ups.

The podcast discusses the strategies used by Auto Shop Marketing Pros. https://www.autoshopmarketingpros.com/

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

From Navy Pilot to Auto Shop Marketing Pro:
James Griffin's Journey to Niche Domination

In this episode of the Minding Your Business Podcast, James F. Griffin, founder of Auto Shop Marketing Pros, shares how he went from Navy pilot to marketing expert for auto repair shops.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Top Marketing Strategies for Auto Body & PDR Shops in 2025 | Mid Year Growth Workshop

In this high-impact episode, James F. Griffin breaks down the top marketing strategies that are helping auto body, PDR, and repair shops grow faster in 2025.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Proven Marketing Strategies to Get More Customers | SCORE Business Event

Learn the exact online marketing strategies for small businesses including auto body shops and auto repair shops. They are using to attract more leads, increase revenue, increase car count, and build a powerful online presence.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Graduation Isn't the End, It's the Beginning of Real Education

Graduation is often seen as the finish line—but what if it’s really just the starting point? In this episode, James F. Griffin challenges the idea that education ends with school. 

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Success Grows Where You Plan: The Lesson from a Green Lawn

What does your front yard say about your life? In this episode, James draws a powerful parallel between maintaining a beautiful lawn and building lasting success.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

You Don't Need a Perfect Plan, Just Start

What if you couldn’t speak the language—would you still start a business? In this episode, James shares a powerful encounter with a man who doesn’t speak English yet is thriving in the trades.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

How Auto Body & PDR Shops Can Get More Customers with Google Ads

Want to grow your auto body or PDR shop in 2025? In this episode, we break down exactly how auto repair, collision, and dent repair shops can useGoogle Ads to generatemore leads, more calls, and more booked appointments—without wasting money on ads that don’t convert.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Never Give Up: The Power of Perseverance in Life & Business

Success doesn’t come easy. It takes grit, determination, and a never-give-up attitude to achieve your goals.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

From Air Force to PDR Business Owner: Jarrett Ross's Journey in Paintless Dent Repair & Entrepreneurship

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Jarrett Ross, U.S. Air Force veteran, founder and Vice President of Virginia Dent, to explore his remarkable journey from an Air Force logistics specialist to a successful entrepreneur in the paintless dent repair (PDR) industry.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Do Facebook Ads Work for Your Auto Shop?

In this video, we break down how Facebook ads work, why they’re effective, and how to use them to generate leads for auto body shops, PDR, detailing, hail repair, and custom upgrades.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

How To Prepare for Big Opportunities

Opportunities don’t wait—they come and go, sometimes never to return. In this episode, we dive into the importance of recognizing and seizing life’s biggest opportunities, whether in relationships, business, or personal growth.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

End of Year Review: How was your 2024?

As the year wraps up, take a moment to reflect on your 2024 wins, lessons, and missed opportunities. This episode dives into how documenting your journey can set the stage for a successful 2025.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Will Tiktok Be Banned in the USA?

In this episode, I dive into the potential ban of TikTok in the USA and what it could mean for businesses.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Lessons from the Impact Leadership Conference

I recently attended the Impact Leadership Conference online, and it was an incredible experience packed with powerful insights from some of the most inspiring leaders.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Want to achieve your 2025 goals? Here's the key

Success in 2025—or any area of life—starts with one crucial ingredient: commitment.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

[Quick Overview]
2025 Auto Shop Marketing Growth Workshop

In this episode, we provide a quick overview of the 2025 Auto Shop Growth Workshop, led by James Griffin of Auto Shop Marketing Pros.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

2025 Auto Repair Marketing Secrets: Proven Strategies to Grow Your Auto Shop

In this episode, we dive into powerful marketing strategies designed for auto repair shops, collision centers, PDR specialists, and detailing businesses.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Happy Thanksgiving! Be grateful!

In this heartfelt Thanksgiving episode, James Griffin takes a moment to express gratitude and reflect on the importance of appreciating life's blessings.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Set Revenue Goals & Build a Winning Marketing Strategy for Your Auto Shop

In this episode, we guide you through setting realistic revenue goals and crafting marketing strategies to achieve them.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Mastering Speed to Lead: How Fast Follow-Ups Can Transform Your Auto Shop's Business

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing Pros Podcast, we explore the concept of "Speed to Lead"—how quickly responding to customer inquiries can make or break your business.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Take Action to Achieve your Goals

In this throwback Friday episode of Cadillac Confessions, James reflects on the power of taking action to achieve your goals, no matter your circumstances.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

5 Easy Content Hacks for Auto Shops: Build Trust and Brand Loyalty in Your Area

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing Pros Podcast, James shares five simple content ideas to help auto shops build trust, connect with their audience, and grow their brand.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

2024 Veterans Day Ceremony Speech in Nixa, Missouri

In this episode, we feature the 2024 Veterans Day Ceremony speech delivered in Nixa, Missouri by James Griffin.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Quick Strategies from the 2024 Auto Shop Growth Workshop

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing Pros podcast, we recap the highlights from our 2024 Auto Shop Growth Workshop.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Donald Trump Just Won the 2024 Election! What does it mean for your Auto Shop?

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing Pros Podcast, James Griffin discusses what the recent presidential election means for auto shop owners.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Drive More Customers To Your Auto Shop With Google Ads [Auto Shop Marketing Workshop]

In this episode of Auto Shop Marketing Pros, James Griffin shares proven Google Ads strategies to help auto shops attract more calls, quotes, and customers. Learn why Google Ads are essential...

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Why Old School Marketing Can't Compete: Google Ads for Auto Shops

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing Pros Podcast, we reveal why digital strategies like Google Ads and Facebook outperform traditional methods like mailers and billboards for auto shop success.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Set Real Goals for Success: Actionable Steps for Auto Shop Growth

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing Pros podcast, host James Griffin explores how setting real, measurable goals can drive auto shop success and personal growth.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Mastering Lead Measures: The Key to Auto Shop Business Growth

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing Podcast, we explore how lead measures—the actionable steps you control—drive auto shop growth.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Aligning Your Actions with Your Goals: The Key to Personal Success

In this throwback episode of Cadillac Confessions, James Griffin explores a powerful principle of success: successful people do what others are unwilling to do.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

No one is calling. Where are my Auto Shop Customers?

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing Pros Podcast, James Griffin uncovers a critical strategy for attracting more customers to your auto repair shop.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Is Google Ads Worth It for Auto Hail Repair?

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing Pros Podcast, James Griffin explores whether Google Ads is worth it for auto hail repair.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Your Website Isn't the Problem: Why Online Advertising Drives Auto Shop Success

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing Pros Podcast, James Griffin highlights why a great website alone won’t bring customers to your shop.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

The Cost of Not Calling Back: How Delayed Follow-Up Can Lose You Sales

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing Pros Podcast, host James Griffin reveals how a missed follow-up cost a business a guaranteed sale.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

How AI Chatbots Can Boost Auto Shop Appointments and Save Time

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing Pros Podcast, host James Griffin explores the transformative potential of AI chatbots and automation in the auto repair industry.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Use this Powerful Technique to Influence Customers

James discusses how this small gesture can positively influence others, whether in business, at work, in school, or in relationships.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Auto Shop Marketing:
How to GET RESULTS using Facebook Ads for Auto Detailers

In this video, James from Auto Shop Marketing Pros hosts a workshop for auto shop owners nationwide. The session focuses on setting up Facebook Ads specifically for the auto detailing..

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Whose Business Are You Building?

This throwback episode of Cadillac Confessions challenges you to reflect: Are you building your own business or someone else’s?

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Why People Love Friday in this Throwback of Cadillac Confessions

In this throwback episode of Cadillac Confessions, James shares insights on why people love Fridays while driving...

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Auto Shop Marketing: Your Online Presence is How People See your Business

In this episode, James discusses the essentials of establishing a strong online presence. He highlights the core components every business needs..

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

[Cadillac Confessions] Your habits are either helping you or hurting you

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing Podcast, we feature another insightful installment from the Cadillac Confessions series, originally filmed in James Griffin's 2006 Cadillac CTS.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Auto Shop Marketing: Whose Voice Are you Listening To?

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing podcast, James Griffin talks about the important of the voice you listen to.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Auto Shop Marketing 4th of July Message: Freedom, Opportunities, and Success

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing Podcast, James Griffin shares a brief yet impactful 4th of July message.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

[Cadillac Confessions] How to Achieve your Dreams and Goals

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing Podcast, James Griffin presents Cadillac Confessions, a throwback video series originally recorded in his 2006 Cadillac CTS.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Auto Shop Marketing: How to Setup Facebook Ads for Auto Shops in 2024

In this episode, Part 2 of the June 2024 Auto Shop Marketing Workshop, James Griffin provides a live demonstration of setting up a Facebook Ads campaign tailored for auto shops.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Auto Shop Marketing: How to Use Facebook Ads in 2024 to Get More Auto Shop Customers (Part 1)

This episode is Part 1 of the Auto Shop Facebook Ads Workshop, where James explores how auto shops can effectively use Facebook ads to drive more calls,..

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

[Mindset] Cadillac Confessions: Don't Criticize or Complain

In this episode of the Auto Shop Marketing podcast, James Griffin introduces Cadillac Confessions, a throwback video series filmed in his 2006 Cadillac CTS.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Auto Shop Marketing Strategies: How to Attract More Customers

In this episode, James Griffin shares insights from our 2024 Mid-Year Auto Shop Growth Workshop, where we connected with auto repair, body, detailing, and dent repair shops to discuss proven ways...

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Auto Shop Marketing Google Ads Demo: How to Setup Google Ads for Auto Shops

This session, part of our mid-year growth workshop, featured auto repair shops, auto body shops, detailers, and paintless dent repair shops from across the country.

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Mid Year Auto Shop Marketing Workshop: How to Use Google Ads for Auto Shops in 2024

Welcome to the 2024 Mid Year Online Marketing Plan Workshop for auto shops. And I've mentioned this a few times to people already, but if you just joined us, this will be primarily...

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Auto Shop Marketing: From PDR Technician to a Multi-State Paintless Dent Repair Business with Dent Group of VA

In this episode, James Griffin from Auto Shop Marketing Pros interviews Richie Powell from DENT GROUP of VA...

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Top 5 Automotive Marketing Strategies for 2024: Workshop Part 2

This is Part 2 of a workshop where we got a group of 47 auto shop business owners together to talk about the top 5 automotive marketing strategies in 2024.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Top 5 Automotive Marketing Strategies for 2024: Workshop Part 1

This is Part 1 of a workshop where we got a group of 47 auto shop business owners together to talk about the top 5 automotive marketing strategies in 2024.

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Rev Up Your Auto Shop For Success in 2024: Goals, Marketing, & Execution

Want to grow your auto shop in 2024? The digital marketing & business strategies in this podcast are for auto shops including: auto body & collision shops, auto repair shops,...

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Goal Setting to Accelerate Your New Year

In this quick mindset & growth episode, James Griffin from ⁠Auto Shop Marketing Pros⁠ talks about goal setting. Goal setting is essential for any success minded individuals. This includes both at the personal and business level. It's important to think about your goals from the previous year and going forward.

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Watch out for for this Scam on Facebook Messenger: Last Warning, Copyright Violation, Page Will Be Deleted Messages

In this episode, James Griffin from Auto Shop Marketing Pros talks about a common scam he sees on Facebook Messenger. Have you ever gotten a strange message, comment,...

James Griffin

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Auto Shop Marketing Podcast

Auto Repair Shop Marketing: Should my auto shop use Google advertising?

In this episode, James Griffin from ⁠Auto Shop Marketing Pros⁠ answers the question of "should your auto shop use Google advertising" for your auto repair shop marketing. This example is specifically for auto body shops but it also pertains to other auto repair services.

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