EP 22: DON’T QUIT DETAILING UNTIL YOU WATCH THIS VIDEO!

How to Push Through the Worst Days in Business

Running a detailing business isn’t all glossy paint and perfect finishes — sometimes it feels more like wrestling with chaos while hoping nothing breaks (again).

In Episode 22 of the Suds to Success podcast, Andrew and Ercan peel back the curtain on what really happens when a day in the shop goes completely off the rails — and why those days matter more than you think.

When Nothing Goes Right

Andrew shares the blow-by-blow of a brutal day involving a brand-new 2025 Honda Civic, a ton of wasted tint film, and absolutely nothing going according to plan. You know those days — where your work is a mess, your confidence takes a hit, and the thought of walking away feels very real.

Ercan jumps in with his own story: breaking a fragile button on a pristine Corvette during what should’ve been a simple final touch-up. And of course, the added stress of running a shop, answering phones, dealing with reviews, and juggling multiple cars — all while trying to hold it together.

This Episode is for the Detailers Who Are Struggling

This isn’t just an episode about things going wrong. It’s about how you show up when they do. Andrew and Ercan share the mindset shifts that helped them push through:

• Give yourself permission to take a break.
  Walking away and coming back with a fresh mind can change everything.

• Set realistic expectations.
  When you offer a new service — like tinting — mistakes are inevitable. You’re buying your education with every crumpled piece of film.

• Be honest with your customers.
  When you break something (and you will), own it. Most customers will appreciate the honesty — and keep coming back.

• Lean on your team.
  Build a culture where your employees feel supported, and they’ll support you back.

• Don’t give up.
  These hard days are how you earn your experience. Every “terrible job” is a future testimonial to how far you’ve come.
  

The Bigger Picture

This episode isn’t just about detailing — it’s about business, resilience, and leadership. If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re cut out for this, this conversation is for you.

Andrew and Ercan keep it real. They don’t sugarcoat the struggles, but they also don’t let them define the outcome. As Andrew says, “If you ask to be strong, life’s going to test you. If you want to be the best in your city, expect storms. But once you’re through it, the waters calm.”

Final Thoughts

Some episodes are for learning techniques.
This one’s for surviving the mental game.

Save it for the day where nothing’s going right — and remember you’re not alone.

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