Garagecast - All Things Power Sports and Marine
This podcast will give you a boots on the ground look at "wants based" industries. Guest speakers will be actual dealers that distinguish themselves, industry insiders, OEM executives, and retail experts. This podcast is intended for those that work their fingers to the bone selling equipment that enriches lives and keeps friends and family values cemented in the American culture. With the intention of raising awareness, new ideas, and profitability, come and have a listen to Garagecast...Are You Ready?
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Ep. #290 - Why Auto Dealerships Excel in Customer Experience: Insights for Power Sports
In this episode of GarageCast, Sam and Tony share their recent car-buying experiences—and it’s more than just a story about switching rides (again). From tech-savvy search tools to seamless customer service, Sam and Tony contrast the automotive buying experience with the powersports world, revealing powerful takeaways
Ep. #289 - From Auto to Power Sports: Tony Audino on Transforming Dealership Culture
In this episode of GarageCast, Sam Dantzler and Jordan Schoolmeester sit down with Tony Audino of Clawson Motorsports to uncover how he’s transforming dealership culture, pay plans, and the customer experience in a post-COVID world. From automotive to power sports, Tony shares hard-earned lessons on flat commission str
Ep. #288 - Financial Grounding Amidst Economic Noise: Key Takeaways from GarageCast Episode 2
In the final part of our two-part series, Rex Emery returns alongside Sam and Tony to break down what’s happening with today’s consumer confidence—and why it matters. From inflation and rising delinquencies to investment strategies like dollar-cost averaging and direct indexing, this episode delivers practical financia
Ep. #287 - Tariffs, Inflation, and the Future of the U.S. Economy: A Deep Dive with Rex Emery
In this episode of GarageCast, we sit down with financial advisor Rex Emery to cut through the economic fog. From inflation and interest rates to trade tensions and real estate, Rex breaks down what’s driving today’s uncertainty—and how business owners can adapt. Don’t miss his clear, candid insights on navigating a vo
In this episode of GarageCast, Tony Gonzalez and Jordan Schoolmeester tackle the realities of resilience, process, and proactivity in the power sports and marine world. From handling unexpected events to prepping for the off-season, this conversation is packed with real-world strategies to strengthen your service, part
In this episode of GarageCast, Tony Gonzalez, Sam Dantzler, and Jordan Schoolmeester break down what separates the top 10% of dealerships from the rest. From industry insights and 20 club trends to the real numbers behind profit-per-vehicle, absorption rates, and payroll control—this episode reveals how elite dealers o