Better Dealerships with Jim and Travis

Growing your dealership profits isn’t as hard as you think. This show will help you get started to improve your business, whether you're a new or used car dealer, anywhere in the U.S.This show is designed to help you improve your leadership, elevate your customer experience, attract more customers, deepen your community involvement, and cultivate a captivating company culture. You'll discover car dealership sales tips, & automotive marketing strategies.Join the conversation at: http://www.BetterDealerships.com

Better Dealerships with Jim and Travis is a business podcast hosted by Jimmy and Travis, with 13 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jimmy and Travis hosts Better Dealerships with Jim and Travis, a business show with 13 episodes published.

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  Episode #13

  Crack the Code: Google Ads ROI for Auto Dealers in 2025

  Jun 5, 202516 minS2

  <p>In 2025, Google Ads remains one of the most powerful tools for dealership marketing—but only if you know how to use it right. In this episode, Travis and Jimmy break down how AI in advertising is transforming strategy, customer behavior, and search traffic—and what that means for your bottom line. Discover how auto dealerships can improve their ROI, enhance targeting through hyper-local campaigns, and finally stop wasting money on underperforming ads. You’ll learn why most dealers still struggle with Google Ads, how to stay ahead of your competition, and the simple but critical steps you must take to suc...

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  Episode #12

  Why Discounting Kills Your Dealership (And What to Do Instead)

  Jun 5, 202512 minS2

  <p>Have sales been slow at your dealership? Don’t slash prices—do this instead. In this episode of Better Dealerships, Jimmy Vee and Travis Miller deliver a powerful alternative to discounting that actually drives traffic and increases leads without eroding your margins.Cutting prices seems logical when sales slow down, but it’s often a race to the bottom—one that you can't win if you're not the lowest-priced store in town. Instead, Jim and Travis reveal why focusing on your dealership's unique value, customer challenges, and experience-first messaging is the ultimate competitive edge.Drawing from 20+ years of helping dealers...

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  Episode #11

  From Busy to Boss: Dealership Habits That Drive Results Daily

  Jun 5, 202519 minS2

  <p>If your sales floor feels more like a game of whack-a-mole by 5PM, you’re not alone. In this episode, Travis Miller and Jimmy Vee drop five dealership-tested end-of-day habits that bring clarity, control, and—yep—more sales. Learn how to stop chasing ghosts in your pipeline and start ending your day with actual progress (not just busyness). Clarity is king. Sales follow.</p>

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  Episode #10

  Blue Ocean Strategy for Automotive Dealership Success

  Jun 5, 202524 minS2

  <p>In today’s automotive industry, many dealerships are feeling immense pressure—like being trapped in a vice. In this episode, Travis and Jimmy break down how the current climate is affecting automotive sales, from tightening margins to rising interest rates and changing customer expectations.They dive into dealership strategies that can transform these challenges into opportunities through the Blue Ocean Strategy—a powerful method for standing out in a competitive market. Rather than fighting over price in a saturated space (a “red ocean”), they explore how car dealers can create market differentiation, improve the customer experience, and take back their pric...

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  Episode #9

  From Burnout to Fulfillment: What Being Rich In The Car Business Truly Means

  Jun 5, 202518 minS2

  <p>What does it truly mean to be rich in the car business?# It’s more than just money—it’s about being respected, influential, a contributor, and someone who helps others while enjoying the journey.In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode, Travis Miller and Jimmy Vee break down what it really means to be rich in the car business. Through personal stories, client experiences, and a powerful acronym—#R.I.C.H. (Respected, Influential, Contributes, Helps/Has fun)#—they reframe success in the dealership world beyond just sales and profit.You’ll hear a moving story about the value of time with...

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