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EP 78: WHY EVERY DETAILER SHOULD BEFRIEND THEIR LOCAL COMPETITORS!

Success in the detailing industry isn't about defeating every competitor; It's about building relationships that help everyone grow. In Episode 78, Ercan Hurmuzlu and Andrew St-Pierre explain why some of your greatest opportunities can come from the detailers down the street. From sharing knowledge and exchanging referrals to learning from each other's experiences, they show how collaboration often creates more value than competition. The episode also explores the importance of accepting advice, finding the right business partners, leveraging tools like Sudsy CRM, and treating people with respect because today's competitor could become tomorrow's biggest ally. Whether you're just starting out or scaling your shop, this conversation will challenge the way you think about competition and prove that stronger relationships build stronger businesses.

Andrew St-Pierre

7/24/20263 min read

EP 78: WHY EVERY DETAILER SHOULD BEFRIEND THEIR LOCAL COMPETITORS! 🤝

🎙️ HOSTED BY

ERCAN HURMUZLU & ANDREW ST-PIERRE SUDS TO SUCCESS PODCAST

🤝 YOUR COMPETITION CAN ALSO BE YOUR BIGGEST SUPPORT SYSTEM

What if the detailer you consider your biggest competitor could actually become one of your greatest business connections?

In Episode 78 of the Suds to Success Podcast, Ercan Hurmuzlu and Andrew St-Pierre dive into the importance of building real relationships with other detailers and business owners in your local market. Instead of constantly looking over your shoulder and worrying about the competition, what if you worked together, shared knowledge, and helped each other grow?

Ercan and Andrew are living proof that competitors don't always have to be enemies. They compete for customers, share ideas, and even occasionally lose jobs to each other—but they still support one another and have built a successful business relationship together.

💡 STOP LOOKING AT EVERY DETAILER AS THE ENEMY

The detailing industry can be competitive, but there is room for everyone to succeed.

Building relationships with other detailers can help you learn new techniques, discover better products, solve business problems, and even get referrals when another shop is booked or doesn't offer a particular service.

You don't have to share every secret or reveal every business move. You simply need to be a good person, show respect, and be willing to help when you can.

Sometimes, the person you think is your competition could be the person who helps you solve your biggest business problem.

🚀 COLLABORATION CAN CREATE BIGGER OPPORTUNITIES

Throughout the episode, Ercan and Andrew discuss how relationships within the detailing community have helped them grow.

Whether it's talking about products, equipment, employees, marketing, customer service, or business strategies, having people around you who understand the detailing industry can make a huge difference.

You don't always need to figure everything out alone.

The right people can challenge your ideas, keep you accountable, and help you avoid mistakes. That's one of the biggest benefits of having trusted people in your corner.

🧠 LEARN TO ACCEPT GOOD ADVICE

Another major topic in this episode is being willing to listen.

If someone takes the time to give you advice, don't immediately dismiss it. You don't have to follow every suggestion, but take the time to think about it.

At the same time, don't constantly ask for advice if you're unwilling to consider the answer.

Growth comes from being open-minded, learning from others, and taking action.

💼 YOUR BUSINESS SHOULD WORK FOR YOU—NOT THE OTHER WAY AROUND

Ercan and Andrew also talk about Sudsy CRM and their vision of helping detailers save time and run more effective businesses.

The goal isn't to overwhelm detailers with hundreds of complicated tools. It's about giving business owners the education and flexibility to build a system that works for their own business.

Whether you use a CRM for simple texting or take advantage of advanced automations, the important thing is understanding how the tools work and making them fit your business.

👥 THE POWER OF HAVING THE RIGHT BUSINESS PARTNER

One of the most interesting parts of the episode is hearing how Ercan and Andrew balance each other.

One may come up with the big vision, while the other focuses on organization and execution. One might have a wild new idea, while the other helps bring it back down to earth.

That's the power of having the right people around you.

The right partner, mentor, friend, or competitor can help keep you focused, accountable, and moving in the right direction.

🌎 YOU NEVER KNOW WHO SOMEONE WILL BECOME

One of the biggest lessons from this episode is simple:

Treat people well.

You never know where someone will be five or ten years from now.

The person who is just starting out today could eventually become a major business owner, a supplier, a partner, a mentor—or someone who helps you grow your own business.

Don't burn bridges for no reason.

Be friendly. Be respectful. Help people when you can. Build genuine relationships.

Because in business, you never know when the person you once considered your competition might become one of your greatest allies.

🔥 THE BIGGEST TAKEAWAY FROM EPISODE 78

The detailing industry doesn't have to be a constant battle.
You can compete while still supporting one another.
You can share knowledge without giving away every secret.
You can build relationships without knowing every detail of another person's business.

And most importantly, you can grow faster when you surround yourself with people who want to see you succeed.

Your competitors aren't always your enemies. Sometimes, they're your greatest opportunity to learn, grow, and build something bigger.