Facts Not Feelings with Brooke C. Furniss
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Every week, BZ Consultants Group's Founder/President, Brooke C. Furniss, differentiates facts from feelings. As it is imperative to surround oneself with people smarter than yourself, experts from their respective fields will be stopping by so we can learn, grow, and move this auto industry forward. Sit back, grab your beverage of choice, and let's continue to set the precedence of facts not feelings! Connect with me at https://bzconsultantsgroup.com/
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In this thought-provoking episode of 'Facts Not Feelings', join your host, Brooke C Furniss, as we delve into how perception shapes our reality. Subscribe now and never miss an episode! Journey with Brooke from a small town to Hiroshima, uncovering the power of perceptions and the richness of individual realities. This episode challenges your understanding, promotes facts over feelings, and encourages understanding before passing judgment. Tune in and let's explore the unseen layers of realit...
In this episode of the 'Facts Not Feelings' podcast, host Brooke Furniss and special guest Micah Birkholz, Director of Sales at VistaDash, discuss the major takeaways from the Digital Marketing Strategies Conference (DMSC) and Dealer Knows Summer Camp. Discover the lessons learned and how they can be applied to current marketing strategies, from the power of play and resilience to the future of AI in customer journeys. This episode is a must for anyone interested in digital marketing strategi...
Welcome to another educational episode of "Facts Not Feelings". In this week's episode, "Driving Success: Alan Krutsch Decodes the Power of a Brand Promise", we're venturing into the intriguing world of business branding. Our esteemed guest, Alan Krutsch, Director of Marketing & Industry Relations at FUSE Autotech, generously shares his insight into the profound impact of a brand promise on an organization's trajectory.During our discussion, Alan breaks down the strategies utilized at FUS...
In this thought-provoking episode of Facts Not Feelings, we're joined by Dave Foy, a visionary in Fixed Ops Leadership and the founder of Fixed Ops Mastermind. We delve deep into the established norms of Fixed Ops leadership and management and how they can be challenged. We explore Dave's revolutionary approaches, discussing the transformative power of leadership, its impacts on team dynamics, inclusivity, and the overall future of Fixed Ops.We'll navigate through the landscapes of emerging t...
In this episode of the Facts Not Feelings Podcast, we take a deep dive into the Digital Dealer Tampa 2023 conference, an event that brought together professionals from all backgrounds in the automotive industry. We discuss the power of unity and collaboration in driving success and innovation, and share inspiring stories from the conference that highlight the incredible potential of the industry when individuals put their egos aside for the greater good.Join us as we explore the highlights of...
Welcome to another episode of Facts Not Feelings. Join us as we sit down with Brian Davis, the Vice President of Sales and Solutions at Orbee, who has extensive experience in helping automotive companies leverage their data for business success.In this episode, we explore the challenges faced by marketers in activating a data lake, the importance of vendor collaboration, and the potential risks associated with data activation. We also discuss the role of AI and machine learning in this field,...
Welcome to this week's episode of Facts Not Feelings! As automotive marketers, we all face a variety of challenges when it comes to driving sales and connecting with customers. In this episode, we'll dive into some key questions that will help you optimize your marketing strategies.Our guest, Kevin Frye, is one of the top 5 influencers changing the auto industry today, according to Automotive News. With his extensive experience in auto subscription, Google Analytics, and digital retailing – i...
Looking to optimize your vendor relationships and ensure long-term success? Tune in to this week's episode of Fact Not Feelings, where we're joined by Micah Birkholz, director of sales for VistaDash and a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in building strong partnerships that benefit both parties.In this episode, we'll be discussing the evolving landscape of vendor accountability and optimization for automotive dealers. You'll learn what questions to ask your vendors/partn...
Are you tired of waiting on hold for ages when scheduling a service appointment with a dealership? Did you know that 17% of customers hung up in 2020 due to long wait times? In this episode, we talk to Ben Okuka, Head of Product at Stella Automotive AI, about how their company is using conversational AI to transform the way dealerships interact with customers. We'll discuss the pros and cons of having a Digital Voice Assistant (DVA) versus an Interactive Voice Response (IVR), the most frequen...
Are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level and attract top talent to your organization? Then this episode is for you! Join us as we sit down with Fleming Ford, co-founder of Culture Ignited and expert in people strategy, to discuss her practical guide to effective leadership. From building high-performing teams to maximizing business outcomes through diversity and inclusivity, Fleming shares her insights on how to lead with purpose and create a culture of success. And don'...
Are you ready to rev up your leadership skills? Join us on the Facts Not Feelings podcast as we explore the automotive industry with our special guest, Darryl Terrell, Service and Parts Director for Matt Bower Chevy Metairie. In this episode, we'll dive deep into the qualities that make a successful leader in this dynamic industry and learn from Darryl's unique perspective on approaching leadership in the automotive sector.From leading teams to operational excellence while fostering innovatio...
Do you know who controls the digital tools that almost every website publisher uses to sell ads on their sites? It's Google. Recently, Google is in hot water as the Justice Department and eight state Attorneys General filed a civil antitrust suit against the tech giant. The suit alleges that Google has violated Sections 1 and 2 of the Sherman Act by monopolizing multiple digital advertising technology products, which is harmful to publishers and advertisers. The Justice Department and state A...
Are you ready to revolutionize your brand strategy and captivate the world's most influential consumer? Look no further than CustomHer Experience by Katie Mares. In this groundbreaking book, Katie explores the impact of tailoring your brand experience to the female consumer, connecting and building rapport, and provides a powerful message to businesses and marketers. Through her insightful writing, she highlights the importance of considering the female consumer experience and provides a weal...
Are you eager to ignite growth in your fixed operations department this year? Then join me on a journey to uncover the secrets of Online Service Marketing.I'm excited to welcome Owen Moon, CEO of FIXED OPS DIGITAL, as my special guest. Together, we'll explore the strategies for helping your service customers find the information they need on your dealership's website and take action. With Owen's expertise and real-world examples, you'll leave this episode with actionable insights and tips to ...
**You May Want to Watch on YouTube**Are you tired of spending hours creating content for your business only to see little return on investment? Look no further than ChatGPT, the revolutionary language model developed by OpenAI. With ChatGPT, you can generate high-quality, unique, and engaging content such as blog posts, social media posts, product descriptions, and more. Not only that, but ChatGPT can also be used for chatbot development, email marketing, ad copy, SEO, market research, and so...
No one has ever done that. It would take a miracle. There is a one in a million chance. How often do we hear this, yet these against all odds events happen? You all know I am a sports nut, and as I look at the landscape recently, we have had numerous “there is no way” this can happen…happen!The Buffalo Bills returned the Opening Kickoff off for a touchdown on the first play since Damar Hamlin’s injury. When was the last time the Bills had a kickoff returned? 3 years and 3 months ago. Then in ...
Happy New Year, everyone! As we embark on a new year, instead of dwelling on the challenges and setbacks of the past year, let's focus on what we can do to take care of ourselves and others in the present and set ourselves up for success in the future.After the recent scare involving Buffalo Bill's Safety, Damar Hamlin, it is important to enjoy every moment and make the most of all the opportunities that come your way.Damar Hamlin The Chasing M's Foundation Community Toy Drive: https://bit.ly...
In this episode of Facts Not Feelings, we delve into the power of collaboration between paid search, BDC, and social teams, and how this collaboration can optimize your dealership's marketing efforts. Our guests, industry experts Colby Joyner, Dave Lemmon, Lisa Gener, and Wendy Reeves, discuss the challenges and benefits of working across these teams, and provide actionable insights for improving collaboration.We're also excited to announce our upcoming roundtable workshop at Digital Dealer i...
As we wrap up another year and look towards 2023, it provides us an opportunity to start thinking about our resolutions. What do we want to start doing? What do we want to start doing better? What habits do we want to cease? When it comes to automotive, what tops your resolution list? What should be at the top of your New Year Resolutions List for 2023?Dusty Sutherland, Client Success Manager for CognitionDigital.io, Bill Schomburg, CognitionDIgital.io Advisor, and Nathanael Greklek, Chief Di...
This past weekend Chris and I snuck away and had little staycation. No computers. No work. Just us, our beloved city of Chicago, and of course the frigid Chiberia temperatures. Our focus is often swept up in the rat race and we ignore what is truly important. Sometimes we take for granted the people who are always there for us without even realizing it. Are you doing this at work? Are you doing this with your employees and clients? Let’s examine this a couple of different ways.Do you consider...
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