A successful automotive company always prioritizes their people just as they do with their customers. After all, they’re an essential part of the business and they help run it. That’s Mike Weldon’s advice.
As the Fixed Operations Director of the Hansel Auto Group, Mike has had extensive experience with the automotive industry. He takes inspiration from his father who was his first mentor when they worked together in the 1950s fixing their clients’ television appliances and other electronic equipment. When they opened their car business in California in the 1960s, he learned relevant skills in automotive and valuable techniques in dealerships. Working with the Toyota Agency and the Ford Motor Company in the 1970s and 1980s further defined his career.
Mike stresses the importance of valuing people in the company and hiring potential employees on the basis of their desire and interests for the job. Experience may qualify a person for the position, but their desire to learn and excel will encourage them to achieve their full potential. With interested employees and the quality of their work, the business will continue to succeed, even during challenging times. As Mike puts it, giving people chances to learn and grow with the company matters most in running a successful automotive business in an ever-changing industry.
In this Episode:
0:00 Introduction
0:38 Growing Up with the Business
3:13 Venturing Out on Your Own
6:08 Experience vs. Desire
8:55 Do It for Others
9:20 Females in the Industry
10:34 Overcoming Challenges
13:00 Culture
14:14 Tools for the Business
16:13 Value of Time
18:15 Reach Out to Mike
Connect with Kaylee
LinkedIn: Kaylee Felio
Website: https://www.partsedge.com/
Connect with Mike
LinkedIn: Mike Weldon
Website: https://www.gohansel.com/
