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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

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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

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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

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NADA Includes SOCIALDEALER in Press Conference for 2012 Convention

LAS VEGAS (Jan. 17, 2012) – The National Automobile Dealers Association announced today the schedule for 21 press conferences at its upcoming Convention and Expo in Las Vegas, which runs Feb. 3 to 6. All press conferences last 45 minutes … Continue reading

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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

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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

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Happy New Year from SOCIALDEALER

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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

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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

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5 Companies that are Rocking Social Media

Thanks to Scott Monty at Ford for sharing the infographic Created by Voltier Digital for ScottMonty.com

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Happy Holidays from SOCIALDEALER

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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

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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

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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

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SOCIALDEALER is now on Google+

SOCIALDEALER is now on Google+ SOCIALDEALER on Google+

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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

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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

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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

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SOCIALDEALER welcomes Jimmy Tragas

SOCIALDEALER is pleased to welcome Jimmy Tragas as a new UI Interface Designer in our Oakbrook Terrace, IL office. Jimmy graduated in 2002 with a bachelors in Media Arts and Animation at The Illinois Institute of Art in Schaumburg. He … Continue reading

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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

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