EPISODE · May 11, 2026 · 45 MIN
SDR #358: Viewer Q&A: Secret To Getting Promoted
from Service Drive Revolution with Chris Collins · host Service Drive Revolution
In this episode of Service Drive Revolution #358, Chris, Hogi, and Adam dive into a controversial trend: dealerships using social media to make fun of their own customers. We also follow up on a massive career question (promotions) from our @YouTube community regarding the value of a degree versus actual "saddle time" on the service drive. Plus: Chris shares an incredible story about a million-dollar job offer that proves why you can never keep results a secret. 🔥 KEY TAKEAWAYS - The Social Media Trap: Why "making fun of customers" is a dangerous marketing strategy that kills long-term trust. - The Promotion Gap: Why a degree in Automotive Management won't save you if you don't have a track record of performance. - Saddle Time Matters: Why you need to be an advisor or technician before you try to lead them. - The "Million Dollar" Check: Chris's real-life lesson on how a track record of selling cars is the ultimate job security. - Stop Hiding Behind Education: Why results are the only currency that truly matters in the car business. - Results Can't Be Secret: How to build a reputation that makes GMs and Owners come looking for you. 📞 GOT A QUESTION OF YOUR OWN? Call 833-3-ASK-SDR — we answer on the show! #ServiceDriveRevolution #FixedOps #AutomotiveLeadership #ServiceManager #ServiceAdvisor #DealershipLife #CarBusiness #ChrisCollins #AutoIndustry #DealershipTraining #ServiceDirector #FixedOperations #CareerGrowth #AutomotiveManagement #PromotionTips #JobPerformance 🛑 OnDemand Training For Huge Results: https://shorturl.at/j7J8u 🛑 Book a free 30-min. discovery call for coaching that grows your profits: https://chriscollinsinc.com/chris-collins-method/ 🛑 Best Selling books on making Fixed Ops a money printer: https://chriscollinsinc.com/shop/ 🛑 Got a question? Call us at 1-833-3-ASK-SDR 🛑 Want to work with the best? https://chriscollinsinc.com/careers/ 🛑 Grab Chris' New Leadership Book I AM LEADER: https://iamleader.com
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SDR #358: Viewer Q&A: Secret To Getting Promoted
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