Suggestions on how to cash-in @ my job

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_Toast_

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I need some advice from you guys on how to get some detailing jobs out of my "real" job.



I work at a private country club, very high end and alot of big people, ($50k upfront to get in + about 1k a month!) alot of nice cars. i think this place could be a goldmine for detailing!!

i work in the golf operation there and see alot of people on a daily basis. Can you guys think of some ways ("pickup lines", if you will) I can sell my services without being pushy or random?



We also just started doing a carwash (hard to even call it that) :grinno: where we wash cars while the member plays golf or whatever. ive been trying to come up with a way to talk to members and put myself into a situation where i can mention my business...



Also, do you think it would it be worth it to try and set something up with the club where they get a percentage of my pay from these jobs? something like: let me advertise, and i will give you 20% of each of my jobs? i know alot of this would be my boss' decision - im just trying to get your guys' opinions and ideas.

TIA!! :)
 
id use the car wash to your advantage! its just a WASH and thats where u finish the job!

pass off your card and let em know u can do a full detail on it when there ready!
 
Make sure you check with the management and have the okay to approach members about "outside services". Many country clubs really frown upon this.
 
joshtpa said:
Make sure you check with the management and have the okay to approach members about "outside services". Many country clubs really frown upon this.
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yeah thats what I was thinking. I guess I'll have to approach this guy with a "business opportunity".



what would be a reasonable % to give the club for each of my details? should i try and do this on the clock at work (i would be limited to 4 hours or so, have to bring my own supplies probably get paid ****) or do it "privately"? i want to come at this guy strong with a good solid plan so that he doesnt brush me off.
 
joshtpa said:
Make sure you check with the management and have the okay to approach members about "outside services". Many country clubs really frown upon this.
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yeah thats what I was thinking. I guess I'll have to approach this guy with a "business opportunity".



what would be a reasonable % to give the club for each of my details? should i try and do this on the clock at work (i would be limited to 4 hours or so, have to bring my own supplies probably get paid ****) or do it "privately"? i want to come at this guy strong with a good solid plan so that he doesnt brush me off.
 
joshtpa said:
Make sure you check with the management and have the okay to approach members about "outside services". Many country clubs really frown upon this.
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yeah thats what I was thinking. I guess I'll have to approach this guy with a "business opportunity".



what would be a reasonable % to give the club for each of my details? should i try and do this on the clock at work (i would be limited to 4 hours or so, have to bring my own supplies probably get paid ****) or do it "privately"? i want to come at this guy strong with a good solid plan so that he doesnt brush me off.
 
_Toast_ said:
yeah thats what I was thinking. I guess I'll have to approach this guy with a "business opportunity".



what would be a reasonable % to give the club for each of my details? should i try and do this on the clock at work (i would be limited to 4 hours or so, have to bring my own supplies probably get paid ****) or do it "privately"? i want to come at this guy strong with a good solid plan so that he doesnt brush me off.
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Are you insured? I doubt the club will let you touch member's cars without insurance. The only reason I know this is I have been dealing with similar club for nearly two years trying to get a contract. The one here is very cautious and liability conscious. BTW, the club I am talking to wants 10% of my revenue from club members.
 
brwill2005 said:
Are you insured? I doubt the club will let you touch member's cars without insurance. The only reason I know this is I have been dealing with similar club for nearly two years trying to get a contract. The one here is very cautious and liability conscious. BTW, the club I am talking to wants 10% of my revenue from club members.
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thanks for the response. no i am not insured. do you do the details at the club or at their house?
 
What part of this thread belongs in the Professional Forum?



The Quality Level?



The Business Level?



With all due respect, if you're not insured, you should not consider yourself a professional.



Bluntly? Shame on you.



Sorry to be so harsh...



Jim
 
Jimmy Buffit said:
What part of this thread belongs in the Professional Forum?



The Quality Level?



The Business Level?



With all due respect, if you're not insured, you should not consider yourself a professional.



Bluntly? Shame on you.



Sorry to be so harsh...



Jim
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you just gave me an idea on a thread... :up
 
that it pretty harsh. i know that i am not professional, i don't claim myself to be. i am trying to build a business, and i figured the best place to do that would be learning from the professionals in this forum. if there is a starting and maintaining a detail business forum - please point me in the direction.
 
_Toast_ said:
that it pretty harsh. i know that i am not professional, i don't claim myself to be. i am trying to build a business, and i figured the best place to do that would be learning from the professionals in this forum. if there is a starting and maintaining a detail business forum - please point me in the direction.
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:2thumbs: ya thats a bit harsh Jimmy this forum is and has been used for exactly what the OP is trying to do "starting and maintaining a detail business"

So like he said if there is a "starting and maintaining a detail business" forum here please let the hundreds of other "NON PROFESSIONALS" that have started threads here in this forum know where there all suppost to post we'd greatly appreciate it.

Seriusly this forum is for learning and how others run there businesses I find your post a bit offensive! :confused: How else did u learn. u had to start somewhere too :sadwavey:
 
_Toast_ said:
thanks for the response. no i am not insured. do you do the details at the club or at their house?
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If the contract ever gets going, I will be doing the details at the club. As I said though, they are moving very slowly with the whole thing.
 
ADHD said:
:2thumbs: ya thats a bit harsh Jimmy this forum is and has been used for exactly what the OP is trying to do "starting and maintaining a detail business"

So like he said if there is a "starting and maintaining a detail business" forum here please let the hundreds of other "NON PROFESSIONALS" that have started threads here in this forum know where there all suppost to post we'd greatly appreciate it.

Seriusly this forum is for learning and how others run there businesses I find your post a bit offensive! :confused: How else did u learn. u had to start somewhere too :sadwavey:
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I think the point is he is trying to grill kobe beef when he should be going to McDonalds for a hamburger.



Start out in your neighborhood and go from there, that is how you build a business. Don't start out doing $50,000 cars when you are not insured and not experienced. What happens if you were to scratch the paint beyond repair? Do you have the funds to repaint an entire Lexus body panel?
 
I'm not a professional detailer, but I do know something about business. I doubt very much that the country club owner is going to let one of his employees start soliciting his customers. I also doubt that he will allow you to do details anywhere near the club if you are not insured.



I think you should get some brochures (not business cards) printed up. Not cheap homemade brochures. Get real ones, on glossy paper, in color, etc. And ask your boss if you can put some out in the high traffic areas of the club. The brochure should show some pictures of your work. A close up before/after shot of a swirled panel would be good. Then list all of your services. Make sure its got your name, number, and address.



The brochures are more eye-catching, more informative, and give you a chance to show off your work.



Like I said, I doubt your boss is going to let you use his club to sell your business. If he's a good guy he'll probably let you put something out. I don't think a business card will spur enough business to be worthwhile.
 
thanks for all the responses guys. what prarie said makes sense...i think i need to re-evaluate my prices and start local (my first attempt of 150 flyers yielded nothing). i will still solicit my business every chance i can get though!
 
Jimmy, you need to relax.



Toast, I think that you get the idea now, that expensive cars isn't where you want to start and you have to learn to work your way up. That's the way it is.
 
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