• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • Home
  • About
  • Forum
  • Design Studio
  • Upholstery Jobs
  • Newsletter
  • Sponsors

The Hog Ring

Auto Upholstery Community

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Twitter

The Importance of the First Impression

November 21, 2012 By Nadeem Muaddi

In his latest article for Hotrod & Restoration Magazine, Harry Weimann – director of education at WyoTech – makes a strong case for why first impressions matter.

Weimann argues that a lot of people consider their cars to be among their most “prized possessions”. Convincing them to entrust you with their care is impossible without the right “appearance, professionalism and attitude”. He explains:

If you want your trim shop to prosper, you not only have to do great work but you have to be a shop that people want to visit. The customer’s first impression is very important.

What I believe is the secret to help you become successful can be articulated in a few simple concepts: appearance, professionalism and attitude. All three of these things are equally important when you’re trying to make a good first impression. You want your first-time customers and your repeat customers to tell their friends how great your place is. […]

Remember, all customers have a choice on where they take their business. Your job is to convince them that your shop is the best choice. [more]

The article covers everything from messy shops to sloppily dressed staff. Whether you’re a shop owner or an employee, give it a read. It’s full of tips to help you get ahead.

Filed Under: Archive, Better Business Tagged With: Auto Trim, Auto Upholstery, Car Interior, Hotrod & Restoration Magazine

Primary Sidebar

anal porno bangbros rus porno yaşlı porno konulu porno olgun porno porno izle sarışın porno bakire sex 69 porno

THR Sponsors

NC Sewing Machines
Miami Corporation - Right Rail Ad 3
  • Keyston Bros
  • Albright's Supply
  • Hyde Leather
  • OEM+ Banner Ad - The Hog Ring
  • Big Z Fabric
  • Douglass Interior Products
  • Leather Craft

THR Favorites

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Mopar Mod Top

Mod Tops: The Softer Side of Mopar

Did you know that in an effort to attract … [more] about Mod Tops: The Softer Side of Mopar

The Hog Ring - Your Steering Wheel is Dirtier than a Toilet

Your Steering Wheel is Dirtier than a Toilet

The average steering wheel is four times … [more] about Your Steering Wheel is Dirtier than a Toilet

How to Build a Display Motorcycle Seat

In April, I wrote an article titled "Why I … [more] about How to Build a Display Motorcycle Seat

The Hog Ring - The Shop Features Interview with Bux Customs

Bux Customs: ‘We’ve grown from each build’

Chris McClintock of Bux Customs is a rising … [more] about Bux Customs: ‘We’ve grown from each build’

The Hog Ring - Meet Oksana Ignatova of Stitch Girl Inc

Meet Oksana Ignatova of Stitch Girl Inc

Oksana Ignatova of Stitch Girl Inc is a … [more] about Meet Oksana Ignatova of Stitch Girl Inc

The Hog Ring - Auto Upholstery Blog - 2011 Jaguar XK

Bolder French Seams With QTC Contrast

Nothing sets off an upholstery job better … [more] about Bolder French Seams With QTC Contrast

Categories

Footer

Recent Articles

  • Thread Month Is Underway at Keyston Bros — And It’s Sew Much Fun!
  • Trimmer Jesse Collier Dies at 57
  • The Genius Philosophy Behind Maserati’s Interior Design Choices
  • GM Once Dreamed of Polka Dot and Houndstooth Convertible Tops
  • Study Finds Rampant Human Rights Abuses in Brazil’s Leather Supply Chain

Recent Comments

  • Edward Munday on Hidden Mouse Nest? How to Charge for the Extra Dirty Work
  • Jack on Keyston Bros. Acquires DLT Corporation
  • Brodie Smith on Aston Martin Just Introduced a New Convertible DB12
  • THE CAPTAIN on 6 Tips for Turning Callers into Customers
  • Dmei on Star Wars Seat Covers are ‘So Wizard’

Advertise With Us!

We're always looking for companies to collaborate with. Watch this short video about the benefits of sponsorship and then email us to say hi.

Copyright © 2025 · Magazine Pro On Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in