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37 episodes of Talkin' Paint, the podcast for detail, PPF, ceramic coating and window tint shop owners. Tap play and it keeps playing while you browse, or open an episode for show notes and the transcript.
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Season 3
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Keep It Simple: Show Up, Execute, RepeatI sat down with Houston from Shield by Design and he walked me through how he went from wrapping cars as an installer to running a real shop, and why honesty and ownership are what built his…
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The Customer Bought The Car For A Feeling: Sell That InsteadWhen a customer tells you the price is too high, they're not saying your work isn't worth it. They're saying they can't picture what they're getting for that money. Their brain is doing math with…
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This is Where PPF & Detail Shops Go To DIEMost detailing shops at 30 to 50K a month are not stuck because of a lead problem . They are stuck because the owner is doing six jobs at once with no process underneath any of them. In this episode,…
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The Evolution of Detailing: From Experience to InnovationIn this episode of the Talkin’ Paint podcast I sit down with Jeremy Harding from Nasiol USA to talk about what really matters when you choose a coating brand for your shop. We walk through his thirty…
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The Answer Is Boring and That Is Why You Won't Do ItIn this episode, Tyler and I talk about the real costs of inaction in your detailing business. We break down why staying stagnant is expensive and how simple systems like time blocking for follow up…
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Why Detailers Keep Losing Customers & Why Exceptional Work is Not Enough In Auto Detailing & Auto FilmIn this episode, I break down the biggest misconception in the detailing industry: the difference between being good at the work and actually building a brand. Most shop owners think that doing…
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When customers say "Go F**K Yourself"The episode of Talkin' Paint Podcast, I share a raw account of firing a customer who crossed the line from frustrated to abusive. I break down exactly what went wrong when dealing with difficult…
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Zero to $100k a MonthThis episode I'm joined by Jeff Joiner from Auto Luxe Florida shares his journey from luxury car sales to building a successful auto detailing business from scratch. In just one year, Detailing…
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How to Document Systems in Your Detailing Business: Work Less While Growing MoreThe episode of Talkin' Paint Podcast, Gabe Fletcher discusses how documenting business systems transformed his detailing shop from chaos to consistency. He explains why putting processes on paper is…
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In Detailing the Grind Is Not Optional. This Is the Truths That No One Tells You About GrowthThe episode of Talkin' Paint Podcast, Gabe Fletcher is joined by his operations partner Tyler Lordi to discuss the essential mindset needed for business growth in challenging times. They dive into…
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Kill Perfectionism In Your Detailing Business - Build A Business You Actually LoveOn this episode of the Talkin' Paint Podcast, I talk about preventing burnout and building a sustainable detailing business. I explore how detailers often chase others' versions of success rather…
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How To Dominate Sales in 2025 In Your Auto Detail, PPF, Ceramic Coating & Window Tint BusinessOn this Episode of Talkin' Paint, I explore common misconceptions about sales within the detailing auto film industry. I also go over strategies for building stronger client relationships. I discuss…
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The Future of Marketing: Show Your Work to Rank Higher on GoogleGabe Fletcher discusses the recent Google Core Update and its implications for automotive businesses. He emphasizes the importance of demonstrating expertise through content creation, focusing on…
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The Compounding Effect of Marketing: Building a Solid Foundation for GrowthThe Talk Paint Podcast, hosts Gabe and Tyler Lori discuss the challenges businesses face in the evolving market landscape of 2024. They emphasize the importance of running lean operations, managing…
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There's Levels To ThisI'm going to talk about the different tiers of Paint Protection Film (PPF) shops. I breaks down the journey from a Level 0 shop just starting out to a Level 5 protective-only business, highlighting…
Season 2
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Honesty Scales & Fake Fails - Growing On IntegrityHow does trust function as a business asset? I'm going to break down the link between consistent actions and strong customer relationships and how it works inside of your auto detailing and PPF…
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$2.2 Million A Year of PPF, Window Tint, Vinyl & Ceramic Coatings in VEGAS!Get ready to be inspired by Miguel Peralta's journey of turning Purple Flare Wraps into a $2.2 million a year powerhouse in Vegas! The biggest challenge of all being that Vegas is The Highest Caliber…
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How Do You Get $400k month of PPF & Coatings? w/ Joe Torbati of OC DetailingIn this episode of the Talking Paint podcast, host Gabe welcomes Joe Torbati, the founder of California-based OC Detailing, to discuss the evolution and insights of the auto detailing industry,…
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How We Charge More For PPF - Guest w/ Robert Winters Phenomenal Detailing, NCOn todays episode of Talkin' Paint - Gabe hosts Robert Winters of Ceramic Pro Raleigh where they discuss Robert's moves in building a successful detailing business. Robert shares that he started…
Early episodes
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Overcoming The Obsession With CompetitionIn this episode of the Talkin' Paint podcast, host Gabe Fletcher talks about the counterproductive habit of obsessing over competition in the detailing and paint protection industry. He emphasizes…
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Detailers Dilemma: Balancing Passion, Perfection, and Mental Well-beingGabe wraps up season one of 'Talking Paint' by discussing the psychological and emotional aspects of a detailer's pursuit for perfection, referring to it as the 'detailer's dilemma'. He explores the…
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Bad Hires Are Your FaultThis podcast episode centers on the critical theme of hiring based on character rather than simply on technical skills, emphasizing the importance of building a cohesive team that can contribute to a…
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Erik Devash - TintWizThe Importance of Business Management Software in the Auto Detailing Industry: Interview with Erik Devash from TintWiz. In this episode, Gabe from Detailing Growth converses with Erik Devash from…
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Just Let It GoIn this episode of the Talkin Paint Podcast, Gabe from Detailing Growth discusses the importance of letting go and delegating tasks in order to achieve business scalability. Micromanagement is…
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Google Reviews Matter More Than You ThinkGabe Fletcher from Detailing Growth discusses the often overlooked importance of Google reviews in driving business growth. He provides insights about how Google reviews build trust and authority,…
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Where is the other 66% of the business? - Kolewe CustomsSEMA 2023 Exclusive Interview with Justin Kolewe of Kolewe Customs In this episode, Gabe from Detailing Growth The Talkin' Paint Podcast catches up with Justin Kolewe at SEMA 2023. Justin shares his…
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Your Follow Up SucksIn the latest episode of the Talkin' Paint Podcast, Gabe and Tyler shed light on the widespread issue of inadequate follow-up that shops deal with, discussing real experiences and offering insight…
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How To Spot A Bad Agency - There are TONS of them out thereIn this episode of Detailing Growth, host Gabe dives deep into the world of marketing agencies, arming listeners with the knowledge to spot bad practices and make informed choices. From DM scams to…
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Social Media Is A REQUIREMENTJoin Gabe Fletcher from Detailing Growth in episode seven of the Talking Paint podcast as he dives deep into the significance of a consistent social media presence for businesses. Discover why merely…
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MiniCast #1 - The Hand OffJoin Gabe from Detailing Growth as he dives into a crucial aspect of business growth: the phone conversation. Extracted from a valuable Zoom call with a client, this minicast sheds light on the…
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The CVP Is Why You Are LosingIn this episode, I'm talking about the customer value proposition and why it's so important for businesses to have a clear understanding of why their customers choose them over their competitors. If…
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You Suck @ SellingStop sucking with sales and focus more on relationships.
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Creating an Unmatched Customer ExperienceEverything you do has an impact on your business including how you shape your business around your client experience.
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Getting Started in PPFGetting started in PPF can be difficult - I am going to try and simplify this for you. It's not a complete road map, but you get the idea. Visit our website at My IG: Follow Me on Instagram Tok:…
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Selling On Price Is StupidIn this episode, I discuss why selling on price isn't something that you should be doing in your business. Visit our website at My IG: Follow Me on Instagram Tok: Follow our shop on Youtube Visit our…
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Standard Operating Procedures (PILOT)In this episode, I discuss why having SOPs in your business is extremely important. SOPs are a way to safeguard yourself from bleeding labor costs, lost products, employee workman compensation…
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TALKIN' PAINT PODCAST - Introductory TrailerThe Talkin' Paint Podcast is here to help business owners in the auto detailing auto film space to upgrade their business and their mindset. You'll hear from industry professionals, content creators,…
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