Episode 101 – Structuring Business for Tax Efficiency and Succession Planning: Part 1 with Stuart Sorkin
Structuring Business for Tax Efficiency and Succession Planning: Part 1 with Stuart Sorkin Welcome to a special three-part educational series designed to help business owners rethink their roles and structures for long-term success. Many shop owners today, especially younger ones, aren’t ready to transition out entirely but want their businesses to thrive without being dependent […]
100 Episodes Strong: A Journey of Impact and Gratitude
100 Episodes Strong: A Journey of Impact and Gratitude Welcome to a very special episode of Your Business, Your Life!! Today, we’re celebrating an incredible milestone—our 100th episode! Four and a half years ago, Matt Di Francesco launched this podcast with one goal: to help business owners align their lives and businesses to create generational […]
Episode 99: How ESG Principles Can Drive Value for Your Collision Repair Shop with Eddie Hightower
How ESG Principles Can Drive Value for Your Collision Repair Shop with Eddie Hightower To exit your business on your own terms and fund your ideal post-business life, increasing its value is essential. One powerful way to achieve this is by adopting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. Unfortunately, many collision shop owners are unaware […]
Episode 98 – The Collision Industry’s Hotbed for Buyers: What’s Driving the Boom? with Laura Gay
The Collision Industry’s Hotbed for Buyers: What’s Driving the Boom? with Laura Gay The collision repair industry is growing quickly, with more private equity and buyers showing interest. This creates a great opportunity for shop owners to take advantage of the booming market. However, selling a shop can be complicated, and owners who focus on […]
Episode 97 – Automation in Action: Boosting Efficiency and Reducing Backlogs in the Collision Industry with Phillip Brown
Automation in Action: Boosting Efficiency and Reducing Backlogs in the Collision Industry with Phillip Brown Many collision shop owners struggle with managing project backlogs and inefficiencies due to outdated or disjointed software systems, leading to delays, increased manual workloads, and difficulty in tracking key tasks. These issues not only slow down operations but also prevent […]
Episode 96 – Building the Future: Talent, Technology, and Training in the Automotive Industry with Diane Benting
Building the Future: Talent, Technology, and Training in the Automotive Industry with Diane Benting Finding skilled talent in the collision repair industry has become increasingly difficult due to a shortage of experienced technicians and a lack of new entrants into the field. As the industry evolves with advancements in technology and repair techniques, shops struggle […]
Episode 95 – WreckWeek Session Part 3: Key Strategies to Help Build Your Business Value
WreckWeek Session Part 3: Key Strategies to Help Build Your Business Value Collision shop owners, are you truly maximizing the value of your business? Matt Di Francesco dives deep into this question. He shares eye-opening anecdotes on how simple actions, like answering the phone with empathy or regularly updating customers, can make a significant impact. […]
Episode 94 – WreckWeek Session Part 2: The 3-Step Process to Build Value in Your Business
WreckWeek Session Part 2: The 3-Step Process to Build Value in Your Business Have you ever wondered how to truly build and enhance the value of your collision shop? Building your business’s value can be a complex process due to various factors. It involves understanding and adapting to market dynamics, managing finances effectively, streamlining operations, […]
Episode 93 – Strengthening Family Businesses Through Leadership with Pete Walsh
Strengthening Family Businesses Through Leadership with Pete Walsh Are you a business owner struggling to balance the demands of family dynamics with achieving business success? The majority of businesses are family-owned or operated. Often, multiple family members are involved in running these businesses, leading to unique and interesting dynamics. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for […]
Episode 92 – WreckWeek Session Part 1: Building Value In Your Shop
WreckWeek Session Part 1: Building Value In Your Shop Last June, WreckWeek 2024 brought together professionals from road clearance, collision repair, and auto repair for a comprehensive expo where attendees could network, participate in workshops, and explore the latest advancements and technologies in accident management and vehicle repair. Matt DiFrancesco was invited to host an […]
