In this special "Best Of" episode of Body Bangin’, we are pulling back the curtain on shop profitability and how you can stop leaving money on the table.

Running a collision shop is about more than just fixing cars; it’s about running a smart, profitable business. Between leaky profits, missed government incentives, and not knowing the true value of your business, it’s easy to let hard-earned cash slip through the cracks while you're busy putting out fires in the bay.

This episode is your blueprint for taking your power back, maximizing your margins, and protecting your shop's long-term financial health.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

💧 Plug Your Profit Leaks: Taylor Moss breaks down where shops are unknowingly losing money and how to tighten up your operations to keep more of what you earn.

💰 Make Stinkin' Good Money: Greg Lobsiger shares his insights on shifting your mindset and processes to truly maximize your shop's financial potential.

📈 Grow in Every Way: Steve Olson discusses strategies for holistic shop growth, ensuring your business scales sustainably and profitably.

🏛️ Claim What You're Owed: Ray Roth reveals how the federal government might actually owe your shop money and the exact steps you need to take to claim it.

🏢 Know Your Worth Before You Sell: Laura Gay and Matt DiFrancesco share essential advice you must hear before even considering selling your shop, ensuring you don't undervalue your life's work.

Meet Our Guests

Taylor Moss: Expert on stopping leaky profits and tightening shop operations.

Ep #115: Stop Your Shop's Leaky Profit with Taylor Moss
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0_CX_8zGBI

Greg Lobsiger: Industry leader focused on making stinkin' good money in collision repair.

Ep #33: Making Stinkin' Good Money with Greg Lobsiger
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMkwzjKCx6E

Steve Olson: Consultant helping shops achieve comprehensive and sustainable growth.

Ep #63: Growing Your Shop in Every Way with Steve Olson
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1C60DKVpELA

Ray Roth: Financial expert specializing in government credits and funds for businesses.

Ep #51: The Federal Government May Owe You Money! with Ray Roth
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bb989ek5cA

Laura Gay & Matt DiFrancesco: Powerhouse voices shaping the future of the industry and shop acquisitions.

Don’t Sell Your Shop Without Hearing This First | Ep. #126
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oq-2s0flFdU

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In this special "Best Of" episode of Body Bangin’, we are pulling back the curtain on the games insurance companies play and how you can stop losing money to them.

The insurance company is in the business of making money, not fixing cars. It puts them in a very different place in the process than it puts you and me. They have policies in place to mitigate their loss as much as possible , but at the end of the day, the liability for the repair falls completely on the shop.

This episode is your blueprint for taking your power back, getting paid for the work you do, and protecting your shop from massive liability gaps.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

🛡️ Stop Being Defensive: The second emotions get involved, you stop thinking with the rational brain. We discuss how to keep the peace while holding your ground against estimators.

💵 The Show & Tell Strategy: Walt Silmon shares his exact tactic for proving his labor charges. Hint: Leaving the vehicle dirty and showing the customer CCC P-Pages makes it nearly impossible for an adjuster to lie.

⚖️ You Owe the Customer, Not the Insurer: Barrett Smith explains why giving the insurance company too much credibility is a mistake, and why your sole responsibility is to the vehicle owner.

🏢 The $600k Insurance Gap: Alex Whittit reveals why rising building values have left most shops dangerously underinsured , and how to avoid the "co-insurance penalty" if you have a total loss.

Meet Our Guests

Micki Woods: Sharing inside tips from conversations with insurance adjusters.

Ep #14: Part 1 of 2 - Inside Tips from Insurance Companies with Micki Woods
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jN1oa5oZlT0

Walt Silmon: Expert on getting insurance to actually pay the invoice.
Ep #52: Getting Insurance to Pay with Walt Silmon
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l31J-SfhCf4

Barrett Smith: Industry veteran and consultant helping shops take back their power.
Ep #53: Don't Give Away Your Power to Insurance Companies with Barrett Smith
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fs2CEH9Elpg

Alex Whittit: Intrepid Direct insurance expert specializing in collision shop coverage.
Ep #41: Common Gaps in Your Garage Insurance with Alex Whittit
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMejNRgVjBo

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For more info on Micki's Marketing Services to help you grow your shop's revenue click here: https://collisioncentermarketing.com
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In this special "Best Of" episode of Body Bangin’, we are shifting gears from KPIs and cycle times to the most important asset in your shop: your people.

The collision industry has one of the highest rates of su*cide across all industries in the United States . It is a high-pressure, male-dominated environment where the "tough guy" culture often prevents us from seeking help .

This episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and that taking care of your mind is just as important as fixing the cars.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

🧠 The Silent Crisis: We discuss the shocking statistics regarding su*cide in the collision industry and why the stigma of "weakness" keeps people from getting the care they need .

💊 Navigating Neurodivergence: Andy Tilka opens up about his personal journey with ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and addiction, and why acknowledging these struggles is actually a superpower, not a deficit .

🗓️ The 4-Day Work Week Solution: Hear how one shop transitioned to a 4-day work week (Monday-Thursday) to improve work-life balance for their techs, resulting in better recruiting and improved cycle times .

🏥 Health Insurance as "Offense": Why you should stop treating health insurance as a "catastrophic only" tool and start using it proactively for mental health maintenance before a crisis hits .

🚀 Confidence & Preparation: How to overcome "Imposter Syndrome" and build confidence by knowing your stuff three times better than anyone else in the room .

Meet Our Guests:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqKOmj129aw
Kevin Dunn is the CEO and Founder of Decisely
Richie Seaberry VP of Sales. (The one speaking in the clip)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6A0Nnw2YxSo
Kena Dacus, co-owner of Dacus Auto Body & Collision Repair

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZRBZT9xGfw
Andy Tylka, owner of Tag Auto Group and founder of Brake the Stigma

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbS65hfbhTU&t=1s
Jamie McKinney is the author of "Speak Up, Sister", is a motivational speaker and leadership coach


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