Road to $1 Million Detailing Podcast

Josh Belk
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Josh Belk, owner of Belk Detailing LLC, interviews other successful auto detailing business owners to share their secrets to success on the road to $1 million in yearly sales.

  1. 5d ago

    Skylo Detailing: Rebranding, Scaling the Business & Building a Stronger Team

    In this episode, Josh sits down with Truxton of Skylo Detailing, formerly known as Squeegee Boys, to talk about the evolution of his detailing business and what it really takes to grow beyond the day-to-day work. Truxton shares the story behind the rebrand, his journey toward delegating more responsibilities, and the importance of building a strong back-office team to support the company as it grows. They dive into the challenges that come with scaling—from managing employees and creating accountability to learning from mistakes and developing systems and processes that keep the business running efficiently. They also discuss communication, taking ownership, and building relationships that can create new opportunities for growth. Time Stamps:(00:00) – Intro(03:45) – Delegating Tasks to Create More Freedom(10:16) – Rebranding from Squeegee Boys to Skylo Detailing(19:14) – The Challenges of Scaling a Detailing Business(31:40) – Managing Employees as the Business Grows(40:43) – Learning From Mistakes and Growing Through Them(51:52) – Building Accountability Through Clear Communication(1:03:00) – Developing Systems and Processes That Scale(1:06:33) – Building the F-150 Detailing Setup(1:21:24) – Networking, Building Relationships & Creating Value Exclusive for Our ListenersDetailers Roadmap is offering listeners of the Road to $1 Million Detailing Podcast an exclusive choice: 10% off your initial deposit or a FREE Citation Boost when you get started. Simply use the link below to claim your exclusive offer.https://www.detailersroadmap.com/roadto1million?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=episode&utm_campaign=Belk_promo Skylo DetailingWebsite: https://skylod.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skylodetailing/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@truxtonandcasey Belk Detailing LLC  Website: https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belkdetailing/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/belkmobiledetailing  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@belk_mobile_detailing  Road to $1 Million Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/

  2. Sep 3

    Showroom Detailing: Building a Business Around Quality & Customer Experience

    On this episode, Josh interviews Gabriel of Showroom Detail, based in Oklahoma City, OK. Gabriel opens up about his journey in the detailing industry, the challenges that came with stepping away from the dealership environment, and what he’s learned about running a business, working with customers, and building a strong team. Josh and Gabriel also talk about the role content plays in growing a detailing business, the mindset needed to deliver a better customer experience, and where Gabriel wants to take Showroom Detail next. Time Stamps:(00:00) - Intro(01:07) - How Showroom Detail Started(04:25) - Transitioning From Dealership Work to Retail(13:06) - Documenting Before & After Photos(19:00) - How Social Media Helps Showroom Detailing(31:18) - Understanding Customer Needs & Expectations(44:06) -What Separates Great Employees From the Rest(01:02:22) - The Power of Long-Form Video(01:05:51) - Gabriel’s Goals for the Rest of the Year Showroom DetailingWebsite: https://www.showroomdetailingokc.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showroomdetailingokc/?hl=en Belk Detailing LLC  Website: https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belkdetailing/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/belkmobiledetailing  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@belk_mobile_detailing  Road to $1 Million  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/

  3. Aug 27

    Ultimate Coatings and PPF: 38 Years of Detailing Experience with Steve Soule

    In this episode, Josh sits down with Steve Soule of Ultimate Coatings and PPF in Houston, Texas. Steve has been in the detailing industry since 1988 and shares the wisdom and experience he’s gained throughout his career. They talk about what it takes to build and run a successful detailing business, including hiring employees, communicating with customers, building a strong referral network, dealing with competition, raising prices, and the challenges facing detailers today. Steve also shares his current goals, lessons he’s learned over the years, and advice for anyone looking to grow in the detailing industry. Timestamps: (00:00) - Introduction (01:29) - Steve Soule’s Start in Detailing (07:20) - Taking the Leap into Business Ownership (09:06) - What Hiring Taught Steve (15:24) - The Importance of Honest Customer Communication (17:57) - Building a Strong Referral-Based Business (21:54) - Navigating Competition in Detailing (39:30) - Raising Prices with Loyal Clients (46:32) - The Toughest Part of Running a Detailing Business Today (53:06) - Steve’s Current Business Goals (01:01:36) - Steve’s Best Advice for the Detailing Industry Ultimate Coatings and PPF Website: https://www.ultimatedetailingllc.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultimatecoatingsandppf/?hl=en Belk Detailing LLC  Website: https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belkdetailing/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/belkmobiledetailing  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@belk_mobile_detailing  Road to $1 Million  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/

  4. Aug 20

    7 Detailing Businesses Share Their Best Content Creation Advice

    In this compilation, past guests from the podcast share their experiences, strategies, and advice on creating content that connects with customers, builds trust, and helps grow a detailing business. From finding the right type of content to getting comfortable on camera, showing your personality, and creating videos that don’t feel like a sales pitch, these are some of the best insights shared by detailing business owners who are actively using content in their businesses. Time Stamps: (00:00) - Intro (01:18) - Done In Detail — Content Creation Tips & What’s Working (16:12) - Elite Auto Care — Creating Helpful Content & Making Time for It (23:09) - Shine Division — Why You Should Create Content for Customers, Not Detailers (32:56) - Summit Auto Detailing — The Right Mindset for Creating Content (41:56) - Shine Detailing LLC — Getting Comfortable on Camera & Promoting PPF (47:29) - A-Z Car Detailing — Building Trust Instead of Pushing Sales (57:08) - 48 Detailing Co — How YouTube Content Builds Trust Need help creating content for your detailing business? Reach out at josh@belkmobiledetailing.com Done in Detail Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doneindetailinc/ Website: https://doneindetail.com/ Elite Auto Care Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eliteautocarewny/?hl=en Website: https://www.eliteautocarewny.com/ Shine Division Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shinedivision Website: https://www.shinedivisiondetailing.com/ Summit Auto Detailing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/summitdetailingvernon/ Website: https://www.summitautodetail.ca/ Shine Detailing LLC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shinedetailingllc/ Website: https://www.shinedetailingllc.com/ A-Z Car Detailing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_z_car_detailing/ Website: https://www.azcardetailing.com.au/ 48 Detailing Co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/48detailingco/?hl=en Website: https://48detailing.com/ Belk Detailing LLC  Website: https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belkdetailing/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/belkmobiledetailing  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@belk_mobile_detailing  Road to $1 Million  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Roadto1MillionDetailing

  5. Aug 13

    Sky’s The Limit Car Care: Building a Detailing Business on Honesty, Transparency & Proven Results

    In this episode, Josh sits down with Corey, owner of Sky’s The Limit Car Care, one of the leading nationwide suppliers of detailing products. Corey has also played a major role in building the CQuartz Finest installer network across the United States. Corey shares his perspective on what it takes to build a successful detailing business while staying committed to honesty, transparency, and doing things the right way. They talk about the importance of setting proper expectations, maintaining strong core values as a business grows, pricing services correctly, hiring the right people, and taking care of yourself along the way.  Timestamps:  (00:00) - Introduction  (02:51) - How Sky’s The Limit Car Care Started  (04:15) - Building a Business on Honesty and Transparency  (10:38) - Building the CQuartz Finest Installer Network  (16:14) - Why Successful Shops Stay True to Their Core Values  (23:10) - Setting Expectations for New CQuartz Finest Installers  (25:43) - Common Misconceptions Installers Get Wrong  (36:44) - Advice for Starting a Detailing Business  (47:28) - How to Price Your Detailing Services the Right Way  (51:08) - Hiring and Building the Right Team  (54:47) - The Importance of Taking Care of Your Health  Sky’s The Limit Car Care  Website: https://www.carpro-us.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skycarcare/  Belk Detailing LLC  Website: https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belkdetailing/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/belkmobiledetailing  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@belk_mobile_detailing  Road to $1 Million  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/

  6. Aug 6

    Denver Auto Shield: How They Built a Million-Dollar Detailing Shop

    In this episode, Josh interviews Jeff McEachran, owner of Denver Auto Shield based out of Denver, Colorado, and Gyeon USA. Jeff shares the lessons he's learned from building successful businesses, including why profitability matters more than revenue, how to sell premium services with confidence, and what it takes to build a business that lasts. They also discuss handling difficult customers, recovering from mistakes, managing and hiring the right team, improving your sales process, and why your online presence are critical to attracting the right customers.  Time Stamps: (00:00) - Intro  (00:15) - How Denver Auto Shield Started  (12:44) - The Hardest Part of Growing the Business (And How Jeff Overcame It)  (15:21) - Dealing with Difficult Customers  (18:33) - Selling PPF Without Being the Installer  (22:47) - Tips for Selling PPF and Ceramic Coatings  (26:55) - Handling Mistakes and Accidents  (34:46) - Profitability vs. Revenue  (47:19) - Managing a Team  (55:21) - Hiring and Training a Salesperson  (1:02:21) - Why Your Website, Social Media, and Online Presence Matter  Exclusive for Our Listeners Detailers Roadmap is offering listeners of the Road to $1 Million Detailing Podcast an exclusive choice: 10% off your initial deposit or a FREE Citation Boost when you get started. Simply use the link below to claim your exclusive offer: https://www.detailersroadmap.com/roadto1million?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=episode&utm_campaign=Belk_promo  Denver Auto Shield  Website: https://www.denverautoshield.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver.auto.shield/?hl=en  Belk Detailing LLC  Website: https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belkdetailing/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/belkmobiledetailing  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@belk_mobile_detailing  Road to $1 Million Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/

  7. Jul 30

    Shine Division: Running a Premium Detailing Business as an Owner-Operator

    In this episode of the Road to $1 Million Detailing Podcast, Josh sits down with Eli, owner of Shine Division in Oceanside, California, to discuss building a premium detailing business specializing in PPF, paint correction, ceramic coatings, and high-end detailing. They dive into using social media to educate customers, creating content that generates leads, conducting honest vehicle inspections, balancing hands-on work with running a business, sharing real customer experiences, and building the systems and SOPs needed to grow a successful detailing company. Time Stamps: (00:00) - Introduction (01:04) - Educating Customers Through Social Media (18:14) - Content Ideas That Attract More Customers (19:55) - Being Honest During Vehicle Inspections & Assessing Customer Needs (39:04) - The Perfectionist Mindset in Professional Detailing (40:46) - Real Customer Stories & Lessons Learned (53:28) - Getting Through Challenging Seasons (1:08:24) - Working on the Business Instead of Just in It (1:18:52) - Starting a Detailing Business at 16 Years Old (1:37:43) - Building SOPs & Systems for Growth Shine Division Website: https://www.shinedivisiondetailing.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shinedivision Belk Detailing LLC Website: https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belkdetailing/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/belkmobiledetailing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@belk_mobile_detailing Road to $1 Million Detailing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/

  8. Jul 23

    Elite Finish: The Highs, Lows & Lessons of Building a $2M Detailing Business

    In this episode, Josh sits down with Wes Walz of Elite Finish in San Diego, California. With 19 years in the detailing industry, Wes shares how he grew from a solo operator to building a $2 million-a-year detailing business. He opens up about the challenges he faced along the way, the mistakes he learned from, and the mindset and decisions that helped him keep moving forward through every stage of growth. Time Stamps(00:00) - Introduction(04:45) - How Elite Finish Got Started(17:13) - Pricing Tips Every Detailer Should Know(23:45) - Marketing Tips to Attract Premium Clients(32:21) - The Biggest Turning Point in His Business(43:24) - Lessons Learned from Business Challenges(53:17) - The Reality of Damaged Vehicles and Unhappy Customers(55:14) - Paying Yourself as a Business Owner(1:03:25) - Offering Premium Services at Premium Prices(1:05:10) - What Success Looks Like for Wes Walz Exclusive for Our Listeners Detailers Roadmap is offering listeners of the Road to $1 Million Detailing Podcast an exclusive choice: 10% off your initial deposit or a FREE Citation Boost when you get started. Simply use the link below to claim your exclusive offer https://www.detailersroadmap.com/roadto1million?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=episode&utm_campaign=Belk_promo Elite Finish Website: https://elite-finish.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elitefinish/ Belk Detailing LLC  Website: https://www.belkmobiledetailing.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belkdetailing/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/belkmobiledetailing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@belk_mobile_detailing Road to $1 Million  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roadto1milliondetailing/

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