The David Spisak Show

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The David Spisak Show

What happens when you get access to uncommon conversations with people who achieved the highest levels of success? Join David Spisak as he brings you inside the room where success stories are told by the people who lived them so that you can achieve your definition of success at an accelerated pace. 

  1. 18 HR. AGO

    Tim Cox: Why Process Beats Luck Every Time

    What if building a company isn’t just about selling a product, but about transforming an industry? In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend Tim Cox, Co-Founder and Chief Evangelist of CarNow, a guy whose journey from the dealership floor to creating one of the industry’s most impactful tech solutions is nothing short of legendary.We dig into how CarNow came to be—not from some grand blueprint, but from a real need Tim saw while grinding it out in dealerships day after day. Tim’s st...

    47 min

  2. OCT 24

    How Damon Lester Went from Accountant to Dealership Owner

    You know, one of the things I love most about this industry is that every leader has a story—and today’s guest, Damon Lester, has one of the most unique I’ve ever heard. Imagine stepping into the world of auto dealerships before you’ve even set foot inside a dealership. Yeah, you heard that right. Damon went from the world of accounting to becoming the owner of Nissan Bowie and long-time chairman of NAMAD, and his journey is nothing short of incredible.In this episode, Damon and I dig deep in...

    55 min

  3. OCT 17

    Errol Doebler: Leadership Lessons from a Former Navy SEAL and FBI Agent

    What does it really take to go beyond your limits and lead under the most intense pressure? In this episode, I sit down with Errol Doebler, a man who has redefined what it means to lead. From serving as a Navy SEAL to tracking terrorists as an FBI agent, and now as the founder of Ice Cold Leader, Errol’s journey is one of grit, resilience, and relentless pursuit of excellence.We dive into the defining moments that shaped his path—from flipping through a Naval Academy book in sixth grade to su...

    1h 4m

  4. OCT 10

    Cliff Banks: The Room Where It Happens

    You know those conversations that hit you like a lightning bolt? The ones that leave you thinking, "Wow, I’ve never looked at it that way before"? Well, buckle up because this episode is one of those.I’m sitting down with none other than Cliff Banks—a true legend in automotive journalism. Cliff has been ahead of the curve for over 30 years, and today, he’s sharing insights that will reshape the way you think about the future of our industry. We’re talking about Autovate, the event that brings...

    1h 5m

  5. OCT 3

    Jarrod Kilway: How to Future-Proof Your Dealership?

    We’ve all heard it—tech this, AI that—but let me ask you this: If technology has advanced so much in our industry, why are we still stuck selling the same number of cars we did 20 years ago? What’s really holding us back? In this episode, I sit down with Jarrod Kilway, VP of Digital Operations at Casa Automotive Group, to uncover the real reasons dealerships haven’t fully tapped into the potential of today’s tech—and how we can turn it around.Jarrod is one of those rare leaders who sees beyon...

    1h 5m

  6. SEP 26

    Darrell Steed: How to Run a Successful Used Car Department

    "Ever felt like you’re stuck in a never-ending cycle of ‘best practices’ that never seem to move the needle? In this episode, I’m thrilled to introduce you to someone who’s been breaking the mold in the automotive world – Darrell Steed, founder and president of Smart Wolf Consulting.Darrell isn’t just another industry voice; he’s the guy who’s out there solving real problems for dealers just like you and me. We dive deep into what it really takes to win in the used car game, from dismantling ...

    49 min

  7. SEP 19

    Happiness and a Successful Used Car Department

    In this episode I'm diving into a topic that has been a thorn in the side of dealerships for as long as I can remember – the used car department.You’re probably wondering, “What do happiness and the used car department have in common?” Well, in more ways than one, both seem to slip out of reach just when you think you’ve got them figured out. But here’s the kicker: just like happiness, a successful used car department is achievable—if you know the six critical areas to master. From inventory ...

    29 min

  8. SEP 12

    Jasen Rice: How to Build a Profitable Used Car Department

    Alright, friends, buckle up because this episode is going to completely reshape how you think about the used car game. If you've been in the industry as long as I have (and that's 45 years, but who's counting?), you know the used car department can either make or break a dealership. But why is it still such a puzzle for so many? What is it about used cars that makes even the most seasoned dealers scratch their heads?Today, I’m sitting down with none other than Jasen Rice, the guy who’s been q...

    57 min
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What happens when you get access to uncommon conversations with people who achieved the highest levels of success? Join David Spisak as he brings you inside the room where success stories are told by the people who lived them so that you can achieve your definition of success at an accelerated pace. 

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  • Creator
    David Spisak
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    176
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2024 The David Spisak Show
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