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Dive into the summer with Josh Taylor and Levi McClendon on the Cheers to Freedom podcast, where they share innovative tactics for car wash owners to boost their business during the summer season. Learn how to capitalize on holidays and transition periods with creative promotions like the 'Summer Survival Kit', and discover how to use a text club to maximize customer engagement and increase memberships without needing discounts.

In this episode of The Cheers to Freedom Podcast, Levi and Josh polish off the misconceptions and reveal the secrets behind building a workplace environment that attracts and retains the crème de la crème of the workforce. Are you tired of the revolving door of employees coming and going? Do you dream of a team as loyal and lasting as that new car shine? You're in the right place! 🌟 What You'll Discover: 🛠 The Foundation of a Strong Company Culture: Learn what makes the core of a company culture that employees love being a part of. 📈 Strategies for Employee Retention: We'll share proven strategies to keep your team motivated, satisfied, and onboard for the long haul. 🌱 Growth Within: Find out how nurturing your team's growth can lead to incredible retention rates and a positive workplace atmosphere. 💬 Real Stories, Real Successes: Hear directly from car wash operators who've transformed their business by focusing on culture. Download the Employee Survey here: https://optspot.us/emsur

Welcome to Episode 52 of The Cheers to Freedom Podcast, where we dive deep into the heart of innovation, growth, and community within the car wash industry. In this special episode, join your hosts, Levi and Josh, as they revisit some of the most transformative moments from the 2023 OptSpot Freedom Summit held in SanDestin, FL. What's Inside: Inspirational Highlights: We spotlight the summit's most impactful speeches and workshops, sharing insights that continue to resonate with our community. Behind-the-Scenes Anecdotes: Levi and Josh offer a glimpse behind the curtain, sharing personal stories and favorite moments that made the summit unforgettable. Success Stories: Hear how attendees have applied the strategies and insights from the summit to achieve remarkable growth and success in their businesses. Looking Ahead: Get a sneak peek into what the 2024 OptSpot Freedom Summit has in store, including new themes, speaker announcements, and exclusive opportunities for our listeners. Why Listen? Whether you're a seasoned car wash business owner or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways to inspire and empower your entrepreneurial journey. Discover the power of community, innovation, and shared success as we celebrate the highlights of the 2023 summit and look forward to even more groundbreaking content in 2024. Don't miss this chance to relive the best moments of the 2023 OptSpot Freedom Summit and gear up for what's next. Click play, dive in, and let's raise a toast to freedom, growth, and the future of our industry. Subscribe to The Cheers to Freedom Podcast for more episodes like this, and be sure to hit the Like button if you find value in our discussion. Share your favorite summit moment or takeaway in the comments below—we'd love to hear from you! Connect with Us: Website: www.optspot.com Join our Facebook group for updates on the 2024 OptSpot Freedom Summit and more! https://www.facebook.com/groups/optspot 🔗 Register for the 2024 OptSpot Freedom Summit: https://optspot.com/freedom-summit/freedom-summit-2024 #CheersToFreedom #OptSpotSummit #CarWashSuccess #Entrepreneurship #Innovation

Welcome to episode 51 of The Cheers to Freedom Podcast, where our hosts, Josh Taylor and Levi McClendon, delve into the integral connection between personal growth and business success. Levi, with his rich life experiences and insightful perspectives, shares invaluable lessons that have not only shaped his business acumen but also his personal life. 🌟 In This Episode: ✅ Personal Growth Meets Business Strategy: Discover how Levi's life lessons have transformed his approach to business and relationships. ✅ The Power of Intentionality: Dive deep into the importance of being intentional in your interactions and how it can positively influence your business culture. ✅ Building a Culture That Resonates: Learn about hiring for values and culture fit, and why it matters in today's competitive business environment. ✅ Authenticity and Adding Value: Levi discusses the significance of being authentic and how it naturally leads to adding value to others. ✅ A Positive Mindset for Success: Explore the impact of choosing positivity in both personal and professional spheres. ✅ Reflection and Looking Forward: The episode wraps up with a thought-provoking reflection on personal growth and a sneak peek into upcoming events you won't want to miss! 📈 Why Watch? Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business leader, or someone passionate about personal development, this episode offers a treasure trove of wisdom. Levi's experiences and our hosts' dynamic discussion provide practical insights for anyone looking to blend authenticity with professional success. 🔔 Stay Connected Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful episodes. Join our journey of exploration into the world of business success and personal fulfillment.

🚗💦 Welcome to the 50th episode of The Cheers to Freedom Podcast, your go-to podcast for car wash growth tips and freedom in business! In this special 2023 review episode, join hosts Levi McClendon and Josh Taylor as they look back at the year's greatest achievements and dive into the 3 crucial strategies that can propel your car wash business in the upcoming year. 🌟 🎟️ UPCOMING EVENTS: Stay tuned for more details on the next Freedom Summit in 2024—scheduled to inspire and empower you towards greater freedom in your business operations. 🏆 🥂 FINAL NOTES: Thank you for supporting us up to this landmark 50th episode. Here's to a year filled with growth, freedom, and car wash success. Catch us in the next episode, where we'll continue to decode strategies for your car wash success in 2024. Until then, keep pursuing freedom in both your personal and professional life! #OptSpot #CarWashBusiness #CarWashGrowth #MarketingStrategies #SmallBusiness #FreedomInBusiness #2023Review #2024Strategies #CarWashMarketing #DigitalMarketing #Entrepreneurship #CustomerRetention #FreedomPackage

In this episode of the Cheers to Freedom Podcast, we dive into the incredible success story of All American Express Car Wash and how they built their text club to a staggering 20,000 people with just one location. Through strategic social media advertising and clever marketing tactics, they were able to drive leads and engage customers effectively. Join us as we unpack their journey and provide actionable steps to grow your own text club. Stay tuned for an inspiring interview with Sam, the managing partner of All American, as he shares his wisdom and advice for other car wash operators and owners. Don't miss out on this valuable episode that showcases the power of building a text club for marketing success!

What are micro commitments, and how can they work magic for your car wash business? We'll break down this concept and unveil real-life examples. Learn how these small, low-risk actions can make a monumental impact on your bottom line and provide you with valuable insights into your customers' preferences. Tune in to uncover the secrets behind crafting irresistible offers and building an effective customer journey that effortlessly guides visitors into becoming committed, repeat customers. We'll share tried-and-true techniques to optimize your digital and SMS marketing efforts, ensuring your messages hit the right chords and drive maximum engagement.

Opening a new car wash location can be tricky... you want it to be highly successful but don't want to waste time and money on strategies that don't work. In this episode of The Cheers to Freedom Podcast, Josh interviews Zach Davis, OptSpot's Senior Account Manager & Partner at Lonestar Suds Express Wash. Together, they will take you behind the scenes of OptSpot's new groundbreaking Go-To-Market campaign and share invaluable insights into how they achieved phenomenal results at Lonestar Suds Express Car Wash. During this episode, Zach will dive deep into the strategies that propelled Lonestar Suds Express Wash to success. Discover how they managed to generate thousands of qualified opt-ins even before their grand opening and garnered over a thousand members within their first few weeks!

In this eye-opening episode of "The Cheers to Freedom Podcast," we dive deep into the untapped potential of marketing strategies for car wash businesses. Our hosts, Levi and Josh, explore the top 5 missed marketing opportunities that car washes often overlook, leaving heaps of money on the table. This episode is packed with actionable insights and creative tips to help car wash owners increase their revenue and customer base. Join Levi and Josh as they share real-life examples and step-by-step guides to transform your car wash marketing game. Don't miss this chance to unlock the full potential of your business and gain an edge over the competition!

In this episode, we explore a game-changing tool for car wash owners called KPI Stats. Levi shares how this tool can help improve lead measures and increase profits in your car wash every day. We dive into the features of KPI Stats and discuss how it can be used to analyze performance metrics, track progress towards goals, and identify areas for improvement. Tune in to learn how KPI Stats can revolutionize your car wash business and take it to the next level!

OptSpot has acquired Washmore Media, a full-service marketing agency for car washes, which means huge opportunities for OptSpot customers. Levi and Josh talk with Zach Davis, founder of Washmore Media, about the merger and the future of OptSpot customers.

Signing up monthly wash members and collecting their information shouldn't be difficult. When you have successfully collected your customers' information you can create strategies to not only sign up more members, but also retain those members longer, making your car wash more successful and your revenue bigger. In this episode of The Cheers to Freedom Podcast, Levi and Josh explore how your car wash can make signing up monthly members faster and make collecting their information easier.

In this episode, Levi and Josh explore the five-funnel approach that car washes need to stay competitive and profitable in 2023. We'll discuss each of the five funnels - from marketing to churn and retention - as well as ways to implement them in your business. We'll highlight previous episodes from the Cheers to Freedom Podcast that you can listen to so you can dive deeper into each funnel. On Site Funnel: #4 | Why you should be exchanging data with your customers (engage and exchange) #32 Value of a phone number Off Site Funnel: #25 How to get 2000 members before you car wash opens (founders club. on-site signage, local store marketing (LSM), Facebook ads #27 How to Grow a Massive List of Leads Without Giving Away a Free Car Wash #28 How to create a successful referral program Online Funnel #3 | How a great reputation management strategy can turn angry customers into raving fans #9 | How To Create A Website That Will Make You Money - Using The StoryBrand Framework #11 - #17 StoryBrand Framework Retention Funnel: #29 How to build a loyalty program #31: Stop Wasting Your Car Wash’s Money On This (The power of keeping customers longer) Churn #1 | Why Car Washes are Losing a Ton of Money by Not Having a "Manage My Plan" Strategy

Levi and Josh have a candid conversation about the few similarities and many differences between OptSpot and Rinsed. Should you have both? Should you use one or the other? How does your business benefit from either? We answer those questions and more in this episode of The Cheers to Freedom Podcast!

You hear us talk about collecting your customer's phone number all the time... but how much money is every phone number actually worth to you? In this episode of The Cheers to Freedom Podcast, Levi and Josh will actually show you how to calculate the value of every phone number so you can decide if it's worth the hassle or not. Visit OptSpot.com/ROI to get free access to the Value of a Phone Number calculator.

As a car wash operator, we know you hate wasting money. There's a lot of advice out there, but there's one thing some experts are telling you to do that is actually costing you A LOT of money. We want to set the record straight. We've done the research, and we're going to show you why you no longer need to waste money on this ONE THING ALMOST EVERYONE IS DOING and start allocating those funds to this instead.

The #1 thing car wash owners and operators are concerned about is more competition moving in. What if you could have the peace of mind knowing YOU are the car wash that's keeping the others awake at night? In this interview, Best-selling author of Build a StoryBrand and CEO of Business Made Simple, Donald Miller, gives insights into how your car wash business can become the standout brand in your market. Click Here to sign up for Donald Miller's Business Made Simple.

A loyalty program is a great way to keep your customers coming back, and can be especially helpful for car wash businesses. But what do you have to offer members who are already getting car washes every day? In this episode of The Cheers to Freedom Podcast, Levi and Josh discuss how to build a loyalty program that rewards members and keeps them renewing month after month.

Studies show that customers are 50% more likely to buy a product or service if it's recommended by a close friend. So, how does your car wash capitalize on that? With a great referral program that's simple to implement. In this episode of The Cheers to Freedom Podcast, Levi and Josh discuss why a referral program is a must for your car wash and how to implement one successfully. For more questions or to take your car wash business to the next level, visit www.OptSpot.com and schedule a call today!

Most people think that you have to choose between raising money for a good cause or growing your business. But that's not true! With OptSpot's fundraising tool, you can do both! In this episode of The Cheers to Freedom Podcast, Levi and Josh discuss how you can use fundraising to partner with local organizations to help them raise funds AND grow your car wash at the same time. Schedule a call at OptSpot.com if you want to implement this tool into your car wash business.