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Capital Grille Gets Reputation, Do You?
Excellent customer service makes the purchase process so much more enjoyable, doesn’t it? Even to the extent that I can spend $250 on dinner for my wife and I and walk out feeling like I got a good deal. We … Continue reading
SOCIALDEALER launches Facebook A.M.P.
In February 2012, SOCIALDEALER announces the launch of Facebook A.M.P., which is Facebook Advertising Management Program, for auto dealers that want to AMPlify their social media messages. Facebook allows dealers to take advantage of engaging posts and referrals from fans affiliated … Continue reading
Thanks for stopping by
We want to give a great big thanks to everyone who stopped by our booth at NADA this past week. We had a great time meeting all the new dealers and vendors who came by to look at the SOCIALDEALER … Continue reading
SOCIALDEALER 1 of Top 12 Companies to Watch in 2012 by AutoSuccess
AutoSuccess Magazine has Identified Twelve Automotive Digital Supplier Companies that are Helping Car Dealers “Dramatically Improve Their Profitability” AutoSuccess begins by telling the industry “Over the last three years, as a result of the recession, our industry has experienced some … Continue reading
Are Off-Peak Times Better For Social Media Interactions?
In Dan Zarrella’s Article “How To Use Contra-Competitive Timing for More ReTweets, Likes, Comments and Clicks“, Dan makes the observation that less-popular days (off-peak times) for social media updates are the most successful for getting viewer interactions (such as ReTweets … Continue reading
That Negative Review Can Bite Into Your SEO
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is a staple in the majority of automotive dealers’ marketing budgets for 2012. The industry has fully embraced the Internet, so logically dealers are investing additional money in search engine rankings to get their websites seen … Continue reading
The Viral Potential of Social Media
There has been a lot of discussion lately with Automotive Dealers about building fans in Social Media. We have long taken the stance that it is the quality of fans that is critical for success, not the quantity. The top … Continue reading
Follow the Leader Interview with Joe Castle
Joe Castle, Founder & CEO of SOCIALDEALER was interviewed by Automotive Digest as part of their Follow the Leader Series Joe Castle discussed SOCIALDEALER’s mission of leveraging Social Media to develop tools and provide innovative solutions to the automotive industry … Continue reading
5 Companies that are Rocking Social Media
Thanks to Scott Monty at Ford for sharing the infographic Created by Voltier Digital for ScottMonty.com
Happy Thanksgiving from SOCIALDEALER
AutoSuccess has posted a podcast interview with Joe Castle on how to convert your traditional dealership into a digital dealership Listen Now
How to Become a Digital Dealer
AutoSuccess has posted a live podcast of an interview with our CEO Joe Castle. Joe discusses how he converted his traditional dealerships into digital dealerships, and transforming them into profitable, growing businesses. Listen in to see how you can change … Continue reading
Joe Russo 1964 – 2011
It is with great sadness that we are posting today that Joe Russo, SOCIALDEALER’s Co-founder and President, passed away on Monday, November 14, 2011 at the age of 47. Joe lived in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Joe Russo and Joe Castle … Continue reading
How To Promote Your Good Reviews
Positive reviews left by happy, satisfied customers can have a strong influence over potential customers. You should take advantage of these by posting every 4 or 5 star review you receive to your social sites. Using a Social Media Marketing … Continue reading
SOCIALDEALER welcomes Rick Dijamco
SOCIAL DEALER is pleased to announce the addition of Rick Dijamco as a new Sales Executive in New Jersey and surrounding north-eastern states. Rick’s experience includes working in eCommerce, Sales, Account Management, CRM Software, Software Consulting, Sales, and Sales Training … Continue reading
SOCIALDEALER integrates with DealerRater API
SOCIALDEALER is pleased to announce that the DealerRater API is being integrated into the SOCIALDEALER platform. Automotive dealers who use SOCIALDEALER will be able to access reviews from DealerRater once they become a DealerRater Certified Dealer. The DealerRater Certified Dealer … Continue reading
How to get more reviews
The single best way to get more reviews on your business boils down to one word: Ask. We have found that asking customers to review your business is the most cost effective means of building your portfolio with online reviews. … Continue reading
How to manage bad reviews
Excellence in customer service is a goal all businesses should strive to achieve. There are many advantages to a business when they reach the point where great service becomes an everyday offering. The strongest benefits being customer loyalty, repeat purchases … Continue reading
Watch the new SOCIALDEALER video
Watch the newest video from Social Dealer http://youtu.be/vtpyIBwVHGc
Social Media Content Types & Frequency Guide
Overview Facebook and Twitter are very versatile social media platforms that allow you to post a variety of different types of media. While text is a great starting point, don’t neglect posting photos, video and even links to other content. … Continue reading