Category: Money Matters: Robert Arena

What makes a good leader?

Leadership is more important than ever to weather storms Today’s business and political conversations are filled with questions of leadership.  Who are the right leaders to move our country to the next level? Which automotive leaders can help us through …

Ready to launch a dealership?

December 2, 2024

Expert tips on how to start a car dealership in Canada  You’ve dreamed of owning your own dealership for years. You’ve carefully thought through the pros and cons, spent time gaining industry experience and building networks. It’s within your reach. …

How are you paying your techs?

November 4, 2024

Let’s explore the pros and cons of the Flat Rate Pay System Dealers are always looking for creative ways to drive profitability.  This is especially true in fixed operations, where your service department generates approximately 70 per cent of the total gross …

What do the top dogs do?

A look at what the top leaders within a dealership do to contribute to its success Do you ever think about what your “C-Suite” executives do every day?  You see them all the time, walking around your dealerships, shaking hands …

Understanding the numbers

When looking at financial reporting in the dealership environment, not all reports are created equal I admit it, a deep discussion on financial reporting isn’t the most stimulating topic in the automotive space. It’s not the first thing we think about …