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6 days ago |
fenderbender.com | Tiffany Menefee
In recent years, the auto collision repair industry has been undergoing a technological revolution. From advanced driver-assistance systems to electric vehicle platforms, the cars rolling into body shops today are far more complex than those of just a decade ago. These innovations designed to make driving safer and more efficient also place immense pressure on small, independent collision repair shops.
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1 month ago |
fenderbender.com | Tiffany Menefee
As the owner of a smaller shop, I’ve always tackled problems head-on. From technical challenges to customer concerns, I’ve handled it all with determination. However, for far too long I ignored the inevitable. I convinced myself that if I kept working hard, the economic pressures and industry changes wouldn’t affect me. Like an ostrich with its head in the sand, I hoped that things would eventually improve. But now, the reality is clear: I’ve been avoiding the writing on the wall.
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2 months ago |
fenderbender.com | Tiffany Menefee
As a small shop owner, managing time and money efficiently is always a priority. With limited hours and resources to allocate toward systems, services, and skilled help, I am always searching for ways to streamline operations and improve productivity. This extends beyond the physical work of repairing vehicles; it includes optimizing how my office staff, such as estimators, manage their time. I want to ensure they are working as efficiently as possible without burning out.
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Mar 3, 2025 |
fenderbender.com | Tiffany Menefee
As an avid history enthusiast, I’ve often heard the saying, “Do you want to win the battle, or do you want to win the war?” While the larger goal is to win the war with the insurance companies, I also know that winning individual battles is crucial when you're in the trenches every day. After all, I run a business, and I have bills to pay and employees to support.
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Feb 7, 2025 |
fenderbender.com | Tiffany Menefee
In recent years, much attention has been given to mental health within the body shop industry. We hear a lot about the importance of self-care, preventing burnout, and how to spot the signs of stress in employees. But there's an elephant in the room: the pervasive issue of alcohol and drug abuse in the workplace. If you think this problem isn't widespread, I would argue you're simply not facing reality.
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