by ARA | Aug 1, 2026 | Toolbox
Every few years someone announces that a particular marketing method is “dead.” First it was print advertising. Then email was supposed to replace everything. More recently, the focus shifted almost entirely to social media and digital ads. But something interesting...
by ARA | Aug 1, 2026 | Toolbox
By: Jer Banta Assume that they want to buy your part. Let’s see how serious they are right out of the box. “IF we can find the part you are looking for that fits your needs, HOW SOON are you looking to get this done?” Clients often hire me to work with their sales...
by ARA | Aug 1, 2026 | Toolbox
Strong On All Fronts By Sandy Blalock The theme for the 2026 Midwest Automotive Recyclers Summit & Expo was “Stronger Together.” By the time we left Indianapolis, I think everyone who attended understood just how appropriate those words really were. Held August...
by ARA | Aug 1, 2026 | Toolbox
By: D.J. Harrington This week was a wonderful reminder of things I’ve done during my lifetime. When Vince Edivan, ARA Executive Director, asked if I would be willing to be interviewed on the ARA Unscripted podcast, I was delighted to accept because it was an...
by ARA | Aug 1, 2026 | Toolbox
By: Brian Bachand I know we want to sell every part, and if we could, we would have one of everything and more in stock at all times. This perception, however, is regrettably flawed. … “Do not fall in love with the box.” “The Gambler” by Kenny Rogers may not be...
