#invester services

[gibbearish]

love when ppl defend the aggressive monetization of the internet with "what, do you just expect it to be free and them not make a profit???" like. yeah that would be really nice actually i would love that:)! thanks for asking

[mach10automotive]

Revving Up Success: A Comprehensive Car Dealer Marketing Plan for Used Car Sales in 2024

In the ever-evolving automotive industry, car dealerships must adapt to changing consumer preferences and market dynamics. The year 2024 brings new challenges and opportunities for used car sales, and a well-crafted marketing plan is essential to stay competitive and thrive in this environment. In this blog post, we'll outline a comprehensive car dealer marketing plan tailored to the unique demands of the used car market in 2024.

Embrace Digital Transformation:

In 2024, the digital landscape continues to dominate consumer behavior. To succeed, car dealerships must embrace digital transformation wholeheartedly. Here are some key strategies:

a. Develop a User-Friendly Website: Ensure your website is mobile-responsive, easy to navigate, and offers an engaging user experience. Provide comprehensive information about your used car inventory, including high-quality images, detailed specifications, and pricing.

b. Invest in SEO and Content Marketing: Optimize your website for search engines to improve organic visibility. Create valuable content such as blog posts, buying guides, and informative videos to establish your dealership as an authority in the industry.

c. Utilize Paid Advertising: Implement pay-per-click (PPC) advertising campaigns on platforms like Google Ads and social media channels. These targeted ads can help you reach potential buyers actively searching for used cars.

d. Leverage Social Media: Maintain a strong presence on popular social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Engage with your audience through regular posts, stories, and interactive content.

e. Email Marketing: Create personalized email campaigns to nurture leads and keep past customers informed about new arrivals, promotions, and service offerings.

Implement Data-Driven Marketing:

Data is the driving force behind effective marketing strategies in 2024. Utilize customer relationship management (CRM) software to collect and analyze customer data for more personalized and efficient marketing efforts. Some key data-driven tactics include:

a. Customer Segmentation: Divide your customer base into segments based on demographics, behavior, and preferences. Tailor your marketing messages to each segment for better engagement.

b. Predictive Analytics: Use predictive models to anticipate customer needs and behaviors. This can help you target potential buyers with the right offers at the right time.

c. Retargeting Campaigns: Implement retargeting ads to remind website visitors about your used car inventory. These ads can appear on various online platforms to keep your dealership top-of-mind.

Showcase Transparency and Trustworthiness:

In 2024, consumers prioritize trust and transparency when making purchasing decisions. Building a reputation as a trustworthy dealership is crucial. Here's how to achieve it:

a. Vehicle History Reports: Provide comprehensive vehicle history reports for all your used cars. This transparency instills confidence in potential buyers and reduces their hesitation.

b. Certified Pre-Owned Programs: Consider offering certified pre-owned (CPO) programs backed by manufacturer warranties. CPO vehicles are perceived as more reliable, attracting quality-conscious buyers.

c. Customer Reviews and Testimonials: Encourage satisfied customers to leave reviews on platforms like Google, Yelp, and your website. Positive reviews build credibility and attract new buyers.

d. Clear Pricing: Be upfront about pricing, including any fees or additional costs. Avoid hidden charges to maintain trust with your customers.

Emphasize Customer Experience:

A positive customer experience can set your dealership apart from the competition. In 2024, prioritize these aspects of the car-buying journey:

a. Professional Staff: Ensure your sales and service teams are knowledgeable, courteous, and well-trained to provide excellent customer service.

b. Virtual Showrooms: Offer virtual showroom tours or 360-degree views of your used cars online, allowing customers to explore your inventory from the comfort of their homes.

c. Online Financing Options: Provide convenient online financing applications and approvals to streamline the purchase process.

d. Post-Sale Support: Offer post-sale services like maintenance packages, warranty extensions, and easy scheduling for vehicle servicing.

Leverage Emerging Technologies:

Innovations in technology continue to reshape the automotive industry. Stay ahead of the curve by adopting these technologies:

a. Augmented Reality (AR): Implement AR apps that allow customers to visualize how a used car would look in their driveway or garage.

b. Virtual Reality (VR): Create immersive virtual test drive experiences, enabling potential buyers to explore your inventory without visiting the dealership physically.

c. Chatbots and AI: Use AI-driven chatbots to answer customer inquiries and provide assistance 24/7 on your website and social media channels.

d. Electric and Hybrid Vehicles: As electric and hybrid vehicles gain popularity, consider expanding your used car inventory to include these eco-friendly options.

Sustainability Initiatives:

Sustainability is a growing concern for consumers in 2024. Consider implementing sustainability initiatives within your dealership, such as:

a. Eco-Friendly Practices: Reduce your dealership's carbon footprint through energy-efficient lighting, recycling programs, and eco-friendly building materials.

b. Green Vehicle Options: Promote fuel-efficient and low-emission used cars in your inventory.

c. Green Certifications: Obtain certifications or affiliations that demonstrate your commitment to sustainability, such as membership in the Green Dealership Program.

Conclusion:

To thrive in the dynamic used car market of 2024, car dealership marketing strategies must embrace digital transformation, data-driven marketing, transparency, and exceptional customer experiences. Leveraging emerging technologies and sustainability initiatives can set you apart from the competition and position your dealership for success in the years to come. By following this comprehensive marketing plan, you can navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities that lie ahead in the used car sales industry.

[equalseleventhirds]

if i were an extremely wealthy owner of a television network i would shrimply pick up all the successful shows netflix and hbo and disney cancelled that ppl made petitions abt and the creators said they have more written for

and then make more seasons of them and my network's ratings would be wildly high and also it'd be baller pr or w/e

[ohsleepie]

The prince and his Physician. A role-reversal au based on a dream I had that I wanted to draw something for. More ramblings under the cut

In this au, there is a kingdom of men where the briar valley once stood. Silver, the heir to this kingdom, has been the only member of the royal family for centuries, the result of a curse that causes him to die before he's old enough to ascend to the throne and reincarnate days after his passing. Silver's immortality was once a symbols for the kingdom's permanence, but the repeated death of their monarch every two decades or so has left the citizens with perpetual, generational sorrow with seemingly no solution as no one besides Silver was alive when the curse was placed.

A few centuries after Silver was born and it was believed the last full-blooded fae in briar valley had either abandoned the land or died, a draconian fae child is found in the brambles. This fae, given the name Malleus, was brought to the kingdom at the request if the prince and raised as part of the royal court with the express purpose of becoming the royal physician/chemist. It is believed that Silver's curse, as everlasting as it seems, was placed on him by a fae with extreme magical prowess and if anyone has a chance of breaking it, it's another fae. The kingdom believes that Malleus will be able to break the death curse and allow Silver to become their immortal king.

However, Silver has other plans for his chemist. From an early age, Silver requested that Malleus use his talents to find a different kind of solution to his curse that he can never tell anyone. He wants Malleus to find a way to stop his reincarnations entirely and let him unburden his people with the monarchy. Whether to fulfill the request of the kingdom he calls home, or the prince that took him in is in Malleus' hands.

[manny-jacinto]

i’m actually grateful for apple tv+ who seems to be able to believe in their tv shows despite ‘low’ ratings.

based on wikipedia, they have 76 ongoing shows (drama + comedy):

- 27 of them were ended but 13 of them had at least 2 seasons which brings us to a 18% cancellation rate after their first season

- 18 of them (23%) were miniseries so their end is justified

- 21 of them are renewed but if if you add the 13 series that had at least 2 seasons, this brings us to a total of 35 shows that were renewed which is a 46% ratio renewal rate

apple tv+ renews half of their shows and i think we should be thankful for them in a time where netflix and amazon cancels 90% of their shows

[sevenines]

i saw this tweet and found it interesting for two reasons. one is that some people base how good cartoon network would be to toh by how it treated su, and despite the fact that su’s treatment by the network was considered poor at the time, now its thought to be exceptionally good in comparison to modern shows.

two is how exactly su got impacted by a limited budget. a common criticism is how characters like connie, peridot, and lapis are left out of missions. but balancing a lot of characters is not only hard but also costly (extra animation, extra voices—it’s been revealed that the show is limited to a set number of characters per episode otherwise they’re over budget). animation mistakes are not uncommon since retakes cost extra. the entire reason the original show got cut short was due to loss of funding!

[whaliiwatching]

unfair, he says, meaning something else entirely

[kindafooey]

Oh oh also in addition to calling a well-known banker a tax evader, here's some more absolutely unhinged things to say in a bank-sponsored interview that Mr Käärijä very much said in the Aktia webinar:

When asked about his first debit card - a service provided by banks - he said that switching to using a card instead of actual cash he could physically hold and measure in his hand messed with his sense of how much value money holds, implying it as one of the root causes for the irresponsible financial decisions in his youth

He also off-handedly called pension funds - also a service provided by banks, and a huge source of profit for them too - a scam and straight up told young listeners that if they ever invest in one, they're never going to see that money again

[leahdrawsstuff]

obsessed with this description of the baker husband from Kiki’s Delivery Service

[plantanarchy]

A glorious neighborhood catalpa was cut down yesterday and made me very sad. I thought I would ask how yours is doing to cheer me up.

Aw no! Rip, neighborhood catalpa

They are blooming in the river valley here and will soon come into bloom further north and they're the best tree to see in full bloom.

Mine has grown soooo much and is setting up to bloom. Here he is this week with freshly-planted Forest Pansy redbud behind him.

[uncanny-tranny]

It's so hard to fully encapsulate my rage at just how much people buy into the idea that capitalism will uniquely incentivize people to innovate when... it isn't about innovation. It is about profit, and those two things are not mutually inclusive ideas.

Maybe I'm getting too old, but all of these "new innovative" ideas were shit we had in ye olden days - movies, renting, delivery services, taxis, housing - we had all of those services, except now, it's exorbitantly more expensive because of price gouging.

You aren't witnessing innovation; you are witnessing the modern invention of the wheel behind a ludicrous pay wall.

[nr1-logo-design-inspiration]

Letter R + eagle logo design ☆

What do you think about this concept? 💬👇

[bitchesgetriches]

Hiiii!!! I keep getting invites to create money manager accounts from my bank & various credit cards, and i was wondering if y'all could explain what they are? I've tried to research them but can't make heads or tails if starting one is a good idea or not. Any advice??? TIA!!

First off, here's what you do with those "invites":

They aren't invitations. They're advertisements. You can safely ignore them. We explain all about it here:

Here’s What to Do With Those Credit Card Pre-approval Offers You Get in the Mail 

Now, a "money manager account" is probably just some kind of investment account. When you're ready, you can do some research on both investment accounts and credit cards on your own, and choose accounts based on YOUR needs, not what your bank wants to sell you. For more on that, read this:

Cheat on Your Bank—It's Not Your Girlfriend 

Hope that helps!

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[intothestacks]

How much do you save by using public library services?

Use the Airdrie Public Library's Library Value Calculator to find out!

[kathinkapng]

Inspired by the Darcy from Fields of Mistria who has her own coffee stall ingame UvU

[what-have-i-unleashed]

the thing is... the thing is that i like dust so much i will ship him with anyone. he's not gonna be with me so i'll be his best wing-thing. i'd make him a dating profile and vet every candidate so he can have the best partner(s) ever jsdbavscvs