Bates Detailing
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- Jan 11, 2011
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Hey Agians,
I wanted to share a few points for those that are pursuing detailing as a profession.
Key points to remember In the Beginning:
1)This is VERY hard work - yet VERY rewarding personally
2)Quality is key obviously - - - when ready to cut corners due to exhaustion : DON'T! Get through it and ALWAYS produce quality work!
3) Word of mouth is key from the getgo. Don't waste thousands on ads and advertising, word of mouth will get you more than enough business - just have to be patient.
4) TIME - 7 days a week, 15 + hours a day is what it takes to grow rapidly. If you aren't detailing, go pursue jobs, work on your website, work on your technique, improve your knowledge, etc. "If you aren't strong enough to wonder where your next meal is coming from through the first years of your business, you shouldn't be an entrepreneur." ~ a B & B self made millionaire client.
5) Use your upscale clientele as mentors. This was key for myself! Detailing the airplanes, upscale autos, toys of self made millionaires that started there companies from scratch is awesome incentive. Never bombard them with questions of how they did it, only ask them a question or two each time you detail their toys. This is not only very informative, but also very motivating.
6) DO NOT GIVE UP!
What I Do and Don't Worry About Now :
1) I don't worry about the phone ringing - it rings off the hook! We turn down approximately 10 jobs a week due to being booked.
2) Numbers - We will most likely have 8 employees total here in 2 months (EXPENSIVE!). With that said, I must be very careful with booking jobs - One, so that we make profit. Two so that quality doesn't lack (which luckily that hasn't been an issue). Putting the right crew together now is crucial, as opposed to doing the work myself in the beginning.
3) Training - To learn how to properly correct clears, single stages, fiberglass, gelcoat, any metal surface, etc takes time (about a year IMO). You have to trust that those you take the time to train all of these aspects will stick around for the long haul :/
Im sure there is much more but I am getting tired and this was a spur of the moment try to help others thread lol. I can say I am VERY excited for the year and we have a great crew that is very knowledgeable and dedicated to B & B! With that said, I am also very nervous because not only do I need to concentrate on the satisfaction of our clients, I also need to ensure that all of our crewmembers are enjoying their jobs/careers. I believe if you take care of your guys, they will take care of you - and hopefully that holds true this year. Toss a prayer out there for us this year that it goes smooth! Thanks guys and gals, and hope this helps someone here!
I wanted to share a few points for those that are pursuing detailing as a profession.
Key points to remember In the Beginning:
1)This is VERY hard work - yet VERY rewarding personally
2)Quality is key obviously - - - when ready to cut corners due to exhaustion : DON'T! Get through it and ALWAYS produce quality work!
3) Word of mouth is key from the getgo. Don't waste thousands on ads and advertising, word of mouth will get you more than enough business - just have to be patient.
4) TIME - 7 days a week, 15 + hours a day is what it takes to grow rapidly. If you aren't detailing, go pursue jobs, work on your website, work on your technique, improve your knowledge, etc. "If you aren't strong enough to wonder where your next meal is coming from through the first years of your business, you shouldn't be an entrepreneur." ~ a B & B self made millionaire client.
5) Use your upscale clientele as mentors. This was key for myself! Detailing the airplanes, upscale autos, toys of self made millionaires that started there companies from scratch is awesome incentive. Never bombard them with questions of how they did it, only ask them a question or two each time you detail their toys. This is not only very informative, but also very motivating.
6) DO NOT GIVE UP!
What I Do and Don't Worry About Now :
1) I don't worry about the phone ringing - it rings off the hook! We turn down approximately 10 jobs a week due to being booked.
2) Numbers - We will most likely have 8 employees total here in 2 months (EXPENSIVE!). With that said, I must be very careful with booking jobs - One, so that we make profit. Two so that quality doesn't lack (which luckily that hasn't been an issue). Putting the right crew together now is crucial, as opposed to doing the work myself in the beginning.
3) Training - To learn how to properly correct clears, single stages, fiberglass, gelcoat, any metal surface, etc takes time (about a year IMO). You have to trust that those you take the time to train all of these aspects will stick around for the long haul :/
Im sure there is much more but I am getting tired and this was a spur of the moment try to help others thread lol. I can say I am VERY excited for the year and we have a great crew that is very knowledgeable and dedicated to B & B! With that said, I am also very nervous because not only do I need to concentrate on the satisfaction of our clients, I also need to ensure that all of our crewmembers are enjoying their jobs/careers. I believe if you take care of your guys, they will take care of you - and hopefully that holds true this year. Toss a prayer out there for us this year that it goes smooth! Thanks guys and gals, and hope this helps someone here!
and very good advice.
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