Welcome to the podcast! Discussing the challenges of dealing with DMs and requests, the red flag of 'nobody does it like me' mentality, the importance of being a good team member, the pitfalls of seeking sponsorship, the consequences of bashing previous employers, the importance of building a financial foundation, the need for quality detailers in the industry, the minimum requirements for starting a business, and supporting quality detailers and businesses while ensuring competency and reputability. In this conversation, Nick and Marshall discuss the importance of choosing a reputable business and feeling comfortable with the service provider. They emphasize the need for trust and transparency in the automotive industry. They also highlight the benefits of becoming a local specialist and educating customers. Additionally, they stress the significance of keeping it simple and doing right by customers to build a successful business. The conversation concludes with a call to action to continue learning and growing in the car care industry. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:00 The Challenges of Dealing with DMs and Requests 06:00 The Red Flag of 'Nobody Does It Like Me' 11:00 The Importance of Being a Good Team Member 16:00 The Pitfalls of Seeking Sponsorship 19:00 The Consequences of Bashing Previous Employers 23:00 The Importance of Building a Financial Foundation 27:00 The Need for Quality Detailers in the Industry 32:00 The Minimum Requirements for Starting a Business 35:00 Supporting Quality Detailers and Businesses 41:00 Ensuring Competency and Reputability 43:42 Choosing a Reputable Business 45:21 The Importance of Feeling Comfortable 46:16 Becoming a Local Specialist 47:22 Keeping it Simple and Doing Right by Customers 48:33 Moving Forward and Taking Action 49:02 Continuing Education and Growth