Suds to Success Podcast

We sit down again with Gary from Remedy Auto Detailing to talk about the growth of his business and how fleet work can help detailers stay busy through the winter. We discuss pursuing school and government contracts, building relationships with fleet and automotive businesses, and lessons from our own experiences landing fleet work. Gary also shares how Sudsy CRM has helped him save time, while we talk about building a team and systems that let a business keep moving forward.Topics in This Episode:Finding and landing fleet detailing contractsKeeping an auto detailing business busy through winterBuilding systems and a team to grow your detailing business🔗 CHECK OUT SUDSYCRM!🌐 Website: https://sudsycrm.com/USE CODE "SUDS" FOR THE FIRST 2 MONTHS DISCOUNTED!🔗 Links🌐 Website: https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sudstosuccesspodcast/📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sudstosuccesspodcastJOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/suds-facebook-group🔗 Check Out Gary Barrell / Remedy Auto Detail🌐 Website: https://www.remedyautodetail.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/RemedyAutoDetail/#📱Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyRemedyDetail📣 This Episode is Sponsored by Tekton Performance Films!🌐 Website: https://www.tektonpf.comCheck Out the Best Auto Detailing Software(s) to Help Boost Your Business!https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/software-recommendations👍 Don’t Forget to Subscribe!Give this video a like and hit the bell so you don’t miss future episodes!💰 Discount Codes | Use code "SUDS"10% OFF House of Rags Canada: https://bit.ly/thor-canada10% OFF House of Rags USA: https://bit.ly/thor-usa5% OFF CarZilla: https://bit.ly/car-zillaCar Supplies Warehouse: https://bit.ly/carsupplieswarehouseDIYDetail: https://bit.ly/diy-detail** Some links in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel. **

We’re two detailers sharing what we’ve learned in the auto detailing world, and in this episode we sit down with Nolan from True North Dent Repair. Nolan tells us how he moved from detailing into full-time paintless dent repair and how detail shops can work with a PDR tech to offer customers more under one roof. We also talk about hail damage, mobile work versus having a shop, and why honest estimates and customer trust matter. His stories from a major hail storm and the challenges of difficult repairs offer a close look at what the PDR trade involves.🔗 LINK TO ENTER GIVEAWAY:https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/mte-giveawayTopics in This Episode:Nolan’s Journey from Auto Detailing to Full-Time PDRHow Detail Shops Can Offer Paintless Dent RepairHail Damage, Honest Estimates, and Customer Trust🔗 CHECK OUT SUDSYCRM!🌐 Website: https://sudsycrm.com/USE CODE "SUDS" FOR THE FIRST 2 MONTHS DISCOUNTED!🔗 Links🌐 Website: https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sudstosuccesspodcast/📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sudstosuccesspodcastJOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/suds-facebook-group🔗 Check Out Nolan Campeau / True North Dent Repair🌐 Website: https://truenorthdent.ca/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/true_north_pdr/📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574132160059📣 This Episode is Sponsored by Tekton Performance Films!🌐 Website: https://www.tektonpf.comCheck Out the Best Auto Detailing Software(s) to Help Boost Your Business!https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/software-recommendations👍 Don’t Forget to Subscribe!Give this video a like and hit the bell so you don’t miss future episodes!TOOLS & PRODUCTS IN THE VIDEO:🇨🇦 Canadian Viewers:Propane Heater: https://link.amazon/B0aJQNQq7Denim Pad: https://bit.ly/denim-padRotary Polisher: https://bit.ly/rotary-polisherDual Action Polisher: https://bit.ly/diy-da-polisher🇺🇸 USA Viewers:Propane Heater: https://link.amazon/B0fYqeVnXDenim Pad: https://bit.ly/denim-padRotary Polisher: https://bit.ly/rotary-polisher-toolDual Action Polisher: https://bit.ly/da-polisher-DIY💰 Discount Codes | Use code "SUDS"10% OFF House of Rags Canada: https://bit.ly/thor-canada10% OFF House of Rags USA: https://bit.ly/thor-usa5% OFF CarZilla: https://bit.ly/car-zillaCar Supplies Warehouse: https://bit.ly/carsupplieswarehouseDIYDetail: https://bit.ly/diy-detail** Some links in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel. **

We sit down with Levi Gates of Liquid Elements to hear how a childhood spent around detailing grew into a 30-year career, from running his own shop to working with The Rag Company and building Liquid Elements North America. We talk about the company’s honest-price approach, its in-house manufacturing, and the polishers, compounds, pads, and microfiber products it brings to detailers. Levi also shares stories about the early how-to videos that helped introduce so many people to detailing and the lessons he’s carried into his work today.🔗 LINK TO ENTER GIVEAWAY:https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/mte-giveawayTopics in This Episode:Levi Gates’ Journey Through the Detailing IndustryLiquid Elements’ Products, Manufacturing, and Honest-Price PhilosophyBuilding a Detailing Brand and Creating Early How-To Videos🔗 CHECK OUT SUDSYCRM!🌐 Website: https://sudsycrm.com/USE CODE "SUDS" FOR THE FIRST 2 MONTHS DISCOUNTED!🔗 Links🌐 Website: https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sudstosuccesspodcast/📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sudstosuccesspodcastJOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/suds-facebook-group🔗 Check Out Levi Gates / Liquid Elements🌐 Website: https://www.liquid-elements.com/📸 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MasterOfShine📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leviticus.gates📣 This Episode is Sponsored by Tekton Performance Films!🌐 Website: https://www.tektonpf.comCheck Out the Best Auto Detailing Software(s) to Help Boost Your Business!https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/software-recommendations👍 Don’t Forget to Subscribe!Give this video a like and hit the bell so you don’t miss future episodes!🇨🇦 Canada:Rupes Polisher: https://bit.ly/rupes-polisherT4500 Polisher: https://bit.ly/T4500-PolisherT4200 Polisher: https://bit.ly/T4200-polisherPolishing Pads: https://bit.ly/liquid-elements-padsPolishing Compounds: https://bit.ly/liquid-elements-compounds🇺🇸 USA:Rupes Polisher: https://bit.ly/rupes-polisherT4500 Polisher: https://bit.ly/T4500-PolisherT4200 Polisher: https://bit.ly/T4200-polisherPolishing Pads: https://bit.ly/liquid-elements-padsPolishing Compounds: https://bit.ly/liquid-elements-compounds💰 Discount Codes | Use code "SUDS"10% OFF House of Rags Canada: https://bit.ly/thor-canada10% OFF House of Rags USA: https://bit.ly/thor-usa5% OFF CarZilla: https://bit.ly/car-zillaCar Supplies Warehouse: https://bit.ly/carsupplieswarehouseDIYDetail: https://bit.ly/diy-detail** Some links in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel. **

We sit down again with Everett from Looking Good Auto to talk about the growth of his detailing business, building a team, and making the most of a small shop. We discuss how his customer folders set his business apart, the challenges of hiring and leading employees, and how social media is starting to bring in new jobs. Everett also shares his approach to honest service, referrals, and helping other detailers learn from his experience.Topics in This Episode:Growing a Detailing Business From a Small ShopHiring, Training, and Leading a Detailing TeamSocial Media, Referrals, and Sharing Industry Knowledge🔗 CHECK OUT SUDSYCRM!🌐 Website: https://sudsycrm.com/USE CODE "SUDS" FOR THE FIRST 2 MONTHS DISCOUNTED!🔗 Links🌐 Website: https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sudstosuccesspodcast/📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sudstosuccesspodcastJOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/suds-facebook-group🔗 Check Out Everette Mitchum / Lookin' Good Auto🌐 Website: https://www.lookingoodauto.com/📸 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lookingoodauto📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/everette.mitchum📣 This Episode is Sponsored by Tekton Performance Films!🌐 Website: https://www.tektonpf.comCheck Out the Best Auto Detailing Software(s) to Help Boost Your Business!https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/software-recommendations👍 Don’t Forget to Subscribe!Give this video a like and hit the bell so you don’t miss future episodes!💰 Discount Codes | Use code "SUDS"10% OFF House of Rags Canada: https://bit.ly/thor-canada10% OFF House of Rags USA: https://bit.ly/thor-usa5% OFF CarZilla: https://bit.ly/car-zillaCar Supplies Warehouse: https://bit.ly/carsupplieswarehouseDIYDetail: https://bit.ly/diy-detail** Some links in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel. **

We’re back together for episode 90 of the Suds to Success Podcast. In this episode, we talk about starting and growing a detailing business without spending more than you need to, from choosing basic equipment and getting your first customers to building your reputation with reviews. We also share lessons from our own early mistakes and discuss honest sales, branding, and keeping business costs under control.🔗 LINK TO ENTER GIVEAWAY:https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/mte-giveawayTopics in This Episode:Starting a Detailing Business on a Lean BudgetGetting Customers, Reviews, and Repeat BusinessPractical Sales, Branding, and Cost-Control Lessons🔗 CHECK OUT SUDSYCRM!🌐 Website: https://sudsycrm.com/USE CODE "SUDS" FOR THE FIRST 2 MONTHS DISCOUNTED!🔗 Links🌐 Website: https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sudstosuccesspodcast/📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sudstosuccesspodcastJOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/suds-facebook-group📣 This Episode is Sponsored by Tekton Performance Films!🌐 Website: https://www.tektonpf.comCheck Out the Best Auto Detailing Software(s) to Help Boost Your Business!https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/software-recommendations👍 Don’t Forget to Subscribe!Give this video a like and hit the bell so you don’t miss future episodes!TOOLS & PRODUCTS IN VIDEO:🇨🇦 Canada:Aquamist: https://bit.ly/aquamist-canada3D Products: https://amzn.to/4zrXc2DP&S: https://link.amazon/B01uPz42RTornador: https://bit.ly/tornador-toolShop Vac: https://link.amazon/B0jfgtopCMicrofiber Towels: https://link.amazon/B0hVnfRbOWebsite Builder: https://bit.ly/best-budget-website-builderUrable: https://bit.ly/UrablePowerwasher: https://link.amazon/B0ajMGLFt🇺🇸 USA:Aquamist: https://amzn.to/4yEQYMX3D Products: https://amzn.to/4zrXc2DP&S: https://amzn.to/47TgdzfTornador: https://bit.ly/tornador-toolShop Vac: https://amzn.to/4hF2nqbMicrofiber Towels: https://amzn.to/4zrWZwyWebsite Builder: https://bit.ly/best-budget-website-builderUrable: https://bit.ly/UrablePowerwasher: https://amzn.to/4iegKlk💰 Discount Codes | Use code "SUDS"10% OFF House of Rags Canada: https://bit.ly/thor-canada10% OFF House of Rags USA: https://bit.ly/thor-usa5% OFF CarZilla: https://bit.ly/car-zillaCar Supplies Warehouse: https://bit.ly/carsupplieswarehouseDIYDetail: https://bit.ly/diy-detail** Some links in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel. **

In this episode, we sit down without a guest and catch up on everything happening behind the scenes in our businesses. We talk about how affiliate links work on the channel, the real side of moving shops, dealing with unexpected facility issues, and making the move into a new location in the city. We also share some of the lessons we’ve learned around shop security, including how a proper camera system has helped protect us against false damage claims and given customers more peace of mind when leaving high-end vehicles overnight.Plus, we make a huge announcement about Mobile Tech Expo (MTE), talk about our upcoming education sessions, get into the reality of running a detailing business, and reveal an exclusive ticket giveaway for our listeners.🔗 LINK TO ENTER GIVEAWAY:https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/mte-giveawayTopics in This Episode:Catch-Up + Channel UpdatesErcan's Big Move to a New Shop in the CityWhy Security Cameras Are Essential for DetailersMTE Education Sessions + Massive Ticket Giveaway🔗 CHECK OUT SUDSYCRM! 🌐 Website: https://sudsycrm.com/USE CODE "SUDS" FOR THE FIRST 2 MONTHS DISCOUNTED!🔗 Links🌐 Website: https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sudstosuccesspodcast/📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sudstosuccesspodcastJOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/suds-facebook-group📣 This Episode is Sponsored by Tekton Performance Films!🌐 Website: https://www.tektonpf.comCheck Out the Best Auto Detailing Software(s) to Help Boost Your Business!https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/software-recommendations👍 Don’t Forget to Subscribe! Give this video a like and hit the bell so you don’t miss future episodes!TOOLS & PRODUCTS IN VIDEO:🇨🇦 Canada:Lorex Cameras: https://link.amazon/B06xMBdYKBleach: https://link.amazon/B03O0RIjq🇺🇸 USA:Lorex Cameras: https://amzn.to/4714jmFBleach: https://amzn.to/4z9fWDX💰 Discount Codes | Use code "SUDS"10% OFF House of Rags Canada: https://bit.ly/thor-canada10% OFF House of Rags USA: https://bit.ly/thor-usa5% OFF CarZilla: https://bit.ly/car-zillaCar Supplies Warehouse: https://bit.ly/carsupplieswarehouseDIYDetail: https://bit.ly/diy-detail** Some links in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel. **

We’re two passionate detailers sharing our journey in the auto detailing world. In this episode, we sit down with Bryan Walroth to talk about PCC Plus, his involvement with 3D Products and FEYNLAB, and his experience throughout the detailing industry. We dive into the passion behind what he does, the knowledge he’s picked up over the years, and some of the stories and lessons that have shaped his journey.Topics in This Episode:Who's Bryan Walroth?His Story + How He Got Into Distributing His Experiences, Navigating Deals, etc.🔗 CHECK OUT SUDSYCRM! 🌐 Website: https://sudsycrm.com/USE CODE "SUDS" FOR THE FIRST 2 MONTHS DISCOUNTED!🔗 Links🌐 Website: https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sudstosuccesspodcast/📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sudstosuccesspodcastJOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/suds-facebook-group🔗 Check Out Bryan Walroth / PCC Plus!🌐 Website: https://pccplus.com/📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Autoscapes📣 This Episode is Sponsored by Tekton Performance Films! 🌐 Website: https://www.tektonpf.comCheck Out the Best Auto Detailing Software(s) to Help Boost Your Business! https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/software-recommendations👍 Don’t Forget to Subscribe! Give this video a like and hit the bell so you don’t miss future episodes!💰 Discount CodesHouse of Rags Canada: https://bit.ly/thor-canadaHouse of Rags USA: https://bit.ly/thor-usaCar Supplies Warehouse: https://bit.ly/carsupplieswarehouseCarZilla: https://bit.ly/car-zillaDIYDetail: https://bit.ly/diy-detail** Some links in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel. **

We’re two passionate detailers sharing our journey in the auto detailing world. In this episode, we sit down with Keith Duplessie to talk about his involvement with BarJack Tools, his experience throughout the detailing industry, and the many other projects and brands he’s been part of along the way. We dive into the passion behind what he does, the knowledge he’s picked up over the years, and some of the stories and lessons that have shaped his journey.Topics in This Episode:Who's Keith Duplessie?His Story + Brands He's Built BeforeA ton of Knowledge + Experience 🔗 CHECK OUT SUDSYCRM! 🌐 Website: https://sudsycrm.com/USE CODE "SUDS" FOR THE FIRST 2 MONTHS DISCOUNTED!🔗 Links🌐 Website: https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sudstosuccesspodcast/📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sudstosuccesspodcastJOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/suds-facebook-group🔗 Check Out Keith Duplessie / BarJack Tools!🌐 Website: https://www.barjacktools.com/📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kadcrash/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithduplessie/📣 This Episode is Sponsored by Tekton Performance Films! 🌐 Website: https://www.tektonpf.comCheck Out the Best Auto Detailing Software(s) to Help Boost Your Business!https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/software-recommendations👍 Don’t Forget to Subscribe! Give this video a like and hit the bell so you don’t miss future episodes!💰 Discount CodesHouse of Rags Canada: https://bit.ly/thor-canadaHouse of Rags USA: https://bit.ly/thor-usaCar Supplies Warehouse: https://bit.ly/carsupplieswarehouseCarZilla: https://bit.ly/car-zillaDIYDetail: https://bit.ly/diy-detail** Some links in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel. **

We're two passionate detailers sharing our journey in the auto detailing world. In this episode, we sit down with Garyad Passmore to talk about his journey through the detailing industry and the experiences that shaped him along the way. We dive into how he got started, the challenges he’s faced, building his name and brand, and some of the lessons he’s learned through business and life. Whether you’re a detailer, business owner, or just enjoy hearing the stories behind the people in the industry, there’s a lot to take away from this conversation.Topics in This Episode:Who's the man behind ThatDtailGuy?His Story & Journey to SuccessMental Health, Trials & Tribulations, and Comeback Story🔗 CHECK OUT SUDSYCRM! 🌐 Website: https://sudsycrm.com/USE CODE "SUDS" FOR THE FIRST 2 MONTHS DISCOUNTED!🔗 Links🌐 Website: https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sudstosuccesspodcast/📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sudstosuccesspodcastJOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/suds-facebook-group🔗 Check Out ThatDtailGuy / Garyad Passmore🌐 Website: https://www.thatdetailshop.com/📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thatdtailguy/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatdtailguy/📣 This Episode is Sponsored by Tekton Performance Films! 🌐 Website: https://www.tektonpf.comCheck Out the Best Auto Detailing Software(s) to Help Boost Your Business!https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/software-recommendations👍 Don’t Forget to Subscribe! Give this video a like and hit the bell so you don’t miss future episodes!💰 Discount CodesHouse of Rags Canada: https://bit.ly/thor-canadaHouse of Rags USA: https://bit.ly/thor-usaCar Supplies Warehouse: https://bit.ly/carsupplieswarehouseCarZilla: https://bit.ly/car-zillaDIYDetail: https://bit.ly/diy-detail** Some links in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel. **

We're two passionate detailers sharing our journey in the auto detailing world. In this episode, we sit down with Sheldon Kaye and Darrel Wolf to talk all about PDR Expo and the addition of Detail Intensive. We dive into what attendees can expect, the value packed into the event, and why it’s becoming something detailers should have on their radar — not just PDR technicians. From education and networking to new opportunities within the detailing industry, there’s a lot happening under one roof. Whether you’re a detailer, PDR tech, or simply looking to grow in the industry, there’s plenty to take away from this conversation.Topics in This Episode:Introduction to Darrel & SheldonPDR Expo + Detail IntensiveWho's Going to Be The Trainers?🔗 CHECK OUT SUDSYCRM! 🌐 Website: https://sudsycrm.com/USE CODE "SUDS" FOR THE FIRST 2 MONTHS DISCOUNTED!🔗 BUY YOUR TICKET FOR PDR EXPO 2026! SEPT. 25-26th🌐 Website: https://events.american-tradeshow.com/prdexpo26🔗 Links🌐 Website: https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sudstosuccesspodcast/📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sudstosuccesspodcastJOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/suds-facebook-group🔗 Check Out PDR Expo + Detail Intensive🌐 Website: https://www.pdrexpo.com/📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pdrexpo📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pdrexpo📣 This Episode is Sponsored by Tekton Performance Films! 🌐 Website: https://www.tektonpf.comCheck Out the Best Auto Detailing Software(s) to Help Boost Your Business!https://sudstosuccesspodcast.com/software-recommendations👍 Don’t Forget to Subscribe! Give this video a like and hit the bell so you don’t miss future episodes!💰 Discount CodesHouse of Rags Canada: https://bit.ly/thor-canadaHouse of Rags USA: https://bit.ly/thor-usaCar Supplies Warehouse: https://bit.ly/carsupplieswarehouseCarZilla: https://bit.ly/car-zillaDIYDetail: https://bit.ly/diy-detail** Some links in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel. **