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My name's Joe Betty and I'm a plumber turned car dealer and entrepreneur.
This podcast is brought to you by the Shifting Metal YouTube channel. Real Torque is centred around life in the motor trade and car talk but covers all aspects of life
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Send us a textIn this episode of the Motor Trade Mentors Podcast, hosts Dave Gott and James Alford are joined by Mariani Robinson from MSH Cars UK. They discuss Mariani's inspiring journey in car sales, focusing on sustainability, catering to budget-conscious customers, and overcoming challenges as a female entrepreneur in the motor trade. The conversation dives into building strong relationships with local mechanics, the strategy of 'bribing' garages with small gifts to ensure quality servic...
Send us a textIn this episode, the hosts explore the key steps to starting a successful automotive business with a budget of £50,000. They share practical advice, personal stories, and actionable tips for navigating the challenges of the motor trade. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your approach, this conversation is packed with valuable insights.🎯 What’s Covered:🏁 Starting with £50K: How to allocate your budget effectively to maximize success.👨🔧 Managing employees and ...
Send us a textJoe and Dave chat with Craig Stevenson from SVS Car Sales about his journey from valeting to car sales. Craig shares how COVID-19 impacted his business, while the team covers key topics like financial management, cash flow, stock sourcing, and advertising on platforms like AutoTrader. They also explore the power of social media, effective inventory strategies, and boosting sales performance. Tune in for practical tips on car presentation, overcoming challenges, and building a su...
Send us a textIn this episode of the Motor Trade Mentors Podcast, Joe Betty and David Gott tackle the challenges of the automotive market, covering stock management, pricing strategies, and building a sustainable business. They discuss auction processes, customer expectations, financing hurdles, and the stress of balancing satisfaction with profitability. Packed with insights on market trends, inventory rotation, and scaling operations, this episode is a must-listen for anyone in the motor tr...
Send us a textIn this episode of the Motor Trade Mentors podcast, Joe Betty and David Gott chat with Steve Kerslake from the British Automotive Alliance. Steve shares his journey from sales to warranty solutions, exploring dealer challenges, self-funded warranties, and the importance of customer care. They discuss warranty costs, managing claims, and the value of strong dealer-customer relationships in today’s evolving automotive industry.Check out BAA socials belowWebsite: https://www.baalli...
Send us a textIn Episode 12 of Motor Trade Mentors, hosts Joe Betty from Shifting Metal and David Gott from Car Dealer Pro sit down with special guest Nic Payne of Pride and Performance for a candid and entertaining deep-dive into the realities of running a motor trade business.Nic shares the ups and downs of being left solo in the driver’s seat when his business partner backed out while he was on a well-deserved anniversary break. From juggling multiple roles to handling unreliable valeters ...
Send us a text90% OFF Quickbooks for 7 months! : https://quickbooks.partnerlinks.io/2vadiff9ayii---------------------------------------------------------------------------------In Episode 11 of the Motor Trade Mentors podcast, hosts Joe and Dave sit down with Jordan from Red Sparrow Motors to discuss the challenges he’s facing as a dealership owner and explore strategies to help his business thrive. Jordan is looking to level up in the industry, so he’s brought some big questions to the table...
Send us a textMOTOR TRADE MENTORSIn our 10th episode, Mohammad Haque is balancing two jobs and now taking on a third, with support from Joe and Dave. He's learning key strategies for scaling his business, like the importance of raising stock prices for long-term growth. Mohammad also discovers how to stand out against competitors, such as High Peaks, and that sometimes having fewer cars in inventory can be more effective.In this video, Joe and Dave share the advantages of attending in-person ...
Send us a textMOTOR TRADE MENTORSIn our 9th episode, David and Joe are jealous of mechanic Matt Langdon of JM Automotive, who along with his business partner has been making the switch from fixing cars to selling cars.Youtube: @JMAutomotiveltd Instagram: www.instagram.com/jm_automotiveltd/Facebook: www.facebook.com/jmautomotiveuk/Website: www.jm-automotive.co.uk---------------------------------------------------------------------------------APPLY TO BE ON THE PODCAST: https://shiftingme...
Send us a textMOTOR TRADE MENTORSIn our 8th episode, we talk to Hamilton James who has a long history of working with cars but is now moving over to running his own business.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Check out Hamilton James CarsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamiltonjamesbow/---------------------------------------------------------------------------------APPLY TO BE ON THE PODCAST: https://shiftingmetal.co.uk/be-on-the...---------...
Send us a textMOTOR TRADE MENTORSIn our 7th episode, we're joined by special guest Ian Pentland as we dive into the world of being a one-man band in car sales. We'll discuss how to make the most of your time when you're working solo, strategies for purchasing cars without extra fees, and tips for building a strong online presence in the competitive car dealership industry. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up your game, this episode is packed with valuable insights and acti...
Send us a textDEALER CHAT EPISODE 10 - James Baggott - Car Dealer Magazine----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Join Joe Betty, James Harding, David Gott and this weeks special guest James Baggott the Editor in Chief of Car Dealer Magazine.To keep up with everything James gets up to check out his YouTube channel @CarDealerMagazineCheck out Car Dealer Magazine for all the latest Car Dealer news: https://cardealermagazine.co.uk------------------...
Send us a textMOTOR TRADE MENTORSIn our 6th episode, we talk to Dave Brown who has recently started trading cars as an addition to already very successful family Ecommerce business.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sign up for Dealer Only CarWow Auctions here: https://www.carwow.co.uk/partners/shi...----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Check out Avenue Autos Social Media:YouTube - @Avenue_Autos Faceb...
Send us a textMOTOR TRADE MENTORSIn our 5th episode, we talk to Martin Hughes who left a long career as a fleet acr remarketer behind and too the leap to set up a used car sales business. Martin has some really interesting sources of stock, presents his cars really well but does he need to bite the bullet and starting paying the heavy advertising costs most dealers are used to?---------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sign up for Dealer Only CarWow Aucti...
Send us a textA NEW SERIES: MOTOR TRADE MENTORSIn our 4th episode, we talk to Mark Brantom who has started a used car business. Bella Auto LTD: https://www.bellaautos.co.uk---------------------------------------------------------------------------------20% OFF history checks:https://vehiclescore.co.uk/?ref=SHIFT...OR use CODE: SHIFTINGMETAL20---------------------------------------------------------------------------------APPLY TO BE ON THE PODCAST: https://shiftingmetal.co.uk/be-on-the...----...
Send us a textA NEW SERIES: MOTOR TRADE MENTORSIn our 3rd episode, we talk to Sam Watts who has started a used car business. The Family Car Guy: https://familycarguy.co.uk---------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sign up for Dealer Only CarWow Auctions here: https://www.carwow.co.uk/partners/shifting-metal---------------------------------------------------------------------------------APPLY TO BE ON THE PODCAST: https://shiftingmetal.co.uk/be-on-th...
Send us a textA NEW SERIES: MOTOR TRADE MENTORSIn our 2nd episode, we talk to Gary Martin who has started an EV only car sales business. Modern Heroes Car Sales came off the back of his personal interest and YouTube channel based around again EVs and some of the misinformation and knowledge gaps in the market.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------20% OFF history checks:https://vehiclescore.co.uk/?ref=SHIFTINGMETAL20OR use CODE: SHIFTINGMETAL20-------...
Send us a textA NEW SERIES: MOTOR TRADE MENTORSIn our first episode, we talk to Nick Bamford who wants to start buying and selling used cars but budget and the deadline of a work contract coming to an end are hanging over him!---------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get 90% OFF Your first 7 months with Quickbooks: https://quickbooks.partnerlinks.io/2vadiff9ayii---------------------------------------------------------------------------------Joe Betty:&nb...
Send us a textHosts Joe, Chops, and Dave team up with guest Matt Goodwin of High Peak Autos to uncover dealership secrets, selling under $5K cars, tackling warranties, and mastering social media. From customer expectations to innovative business moves—don’t miss this auto industry deep dive!If you don't already, subscribe to @HighPeakAutos he has plenty of videos on the way!----------------------------------------------------------------------------------APPLY TO BE ON THE PODCAST: htt...
Send us a textIn this exciting episode of the Dealer Chat podcast, hosts Joe, Chops, and Dave celebrate the incredible achievements of the car dealership community with the Dealer Chat Awards!We’re honoring the standout guests and contributors who have made a lasting impact on the industry this year. Each award tells a story of passion, innovation, and perseverance, showcasing the best in the automotive world.🏅 Award Categories Include:Most CharitableStock VarietyRising StarBest Stock SourceB...
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