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Why Your Trim Shop Needs a Budget

September 10, 2021 By Nadeem

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When it comes to budgets, how many shop owners are just winging it? Probably a lot more than are willing to admit it. … [Read more...] about Why Your Trim Shop Needs a Budget

Who Will Take Over Your Shop When You Retire?

August 1, 2021 By Nadeem

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Do you have a plan for how to sell or pass on your auto upholstery shop to a new owner? … [Read more...] about Who Will Take Over Your Shop When You Retire?

How to Cut Costs, Not Quality

February 26, 2021 By Nadeem

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With the coronavirus pandemic wreaking havoc on the U.S. economy, small businesses like ours are suffering. But that's no excuse to cut corners and lower quality. … [Read more...] about How to Cut Costs, Not Quality

It’s a Good Time to Reinvent Your Trim Shop

February 19, 2021 By Nadeem

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Auto upholstery shops experiencing down time – either due to the coronavirus pandemic or the winter weather – can take advantage of the lull in business to reinvent themselves. … [Read more...] about It’s a Good Time to Reinvent Your Trim Shop

Your Trim Shop Can Still Grow in a Down Economy

February 3, 2021 By Nadeem

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The coronavirus pandemic has wreaked havoc on the U.S. economy, but that doesn't mean our trim shops can't still make money. … [Read more...] about Your Trim Shop Can Still Grow in a Down Economy

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