In this episode, Nick answers various questions related to ceramic coatings, manufacturing, advertising, business growth, and more. He provides insights on prepping for recoding UNO, manufacturing and bottling in Tulsa, and the benefits of using flexible coatings.
Nick also shares his thoughts on advertising on social media, turning customers into monthly maintenance customers, and the challenges of working on show cars. He discusses the differences between glass coatings and paint coatings, the importance of documenting processes for employees, and the potential for business seminars and events. The episode concludes with Nick's perspective on IDA certification and the value it offers to detailers.

Takeaways

Flexible coatings like UNO provide options for recoding without extensive prep work.
HyperClean products are manufactured and bottled in Tulsa, with a focus on controlling product development.
Advertising on social media platforms is recommended for new businesses.
Efficiency and organization are key when building a one-bay detail space.
IDA certification can be beneficial for detailers, but it depends on individual goals and preferences.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
00:53 Prepping for Recoding UNO
03:43 Controlling Product Development
05:07 Advertising on Social Media
06:03 Lead Funnel vs. Vehicle Wrap for Advertising
07:12 Choosing a Point of Sale System
07:52 HyperClean Warranty Platform
08:46 Ideal Chemicals for Release
10:10 Turning Customers into Monthly Maintenance Customers
12:45 Joining HyperClean and Chemical Manufacturing
14:10 Most Memorable Business Decision
16:29 Ceramic Coatings in Body Shop Setting
22:34 Dealing with High Humidity
24:24 New Dodge Chargers and Dustin's Retirement
27:12 Using UNO, DOS, and TRE on Glass
29:27 Documenting Processes for Employees
32:46 Business Seminars and Events
35:44 Building a One-Bay Detail Space
38:47 Getting IDA Certified in a Small Town
41:17 The Value of the IDA