DETAILWISE | Detailing Essentials: Basics to Profitability

Ready to start your own successful detailing business? Our beginner’s Detailing Essentials: Basics to Profitability class, taught by industry pros, will give you the business skills and hands-on training you need to hit the ground running. Packed into just two days, you’ll be back in the shop making money in no time! 

Day 1:
"What is an Entrepreneur": Gain insights into the entrepreneurial mindset and understand how it applies to the detailing industry.
Introduction to Shop Supplies, Layout, and Products: Learn about the essential supplies, equipment, and layout considerations for an efficient detailing shop.
Wash and Prep: Master the art of properly washing and preparing vehicles for the detailing process. Learn the services and add-ons to sell to potential customers. Interior Equipment, Supplies, and Products:
Lunch: Take a break, recharge, and network with fellow participants.
Explore the tools, supplies, and products necessary for interior detailing excellence.
Interior Detailing: Dive into the intricacies of interior detailing, covering techniques for cleaning, conditioning, and protecting vehicle interiors.
Open Shop / Hands-on: Apply your newly acquired knowledge in a practical setting, working on actual vehicles under the guidance of our instructors.
Q and A: Engage in an interactive session to address any questions or concerns you may have.

Day 2:
Sales, Pricing, and Menu: Learn effective sales strategies, pricing structures, and how to create a compelling service menu for your detailing business.
Introduction to Shop Supplies, Layout, and Products for Exterior Detailing: Review and reinforce the importance of proper shop supplies, layout, and product selection.
Introduction to Paint Correcting 1 Step / AIO (90 Minutes): Discover the fundamentals of paint correction, starting with single-step and all-in-one (AIO) products.
Open Shop / Hands-on: Apply your newly acquired knowledge in a practical setting, working on actual vehicles under the guidance of our instructors.
Lunch (60 Minutes): Take another opportunity to refuel and connect with fellow participants.
Intermediate Paint Correction 2 Step: Progress to intermediate paint correction techniques involving two-step processes, honing your skills for optimal paint restoration.
LSP / Ceramic Coating Demo: Witness a live demonstration of applying a Last Step Product (LSP) or ceramic coating to achieve a stunning finish and protection.
Open Shop / Hands-on: Apply advanced paint correction techniques and experiment with LSP or ceramic coating application on practice panels.
Q and A: Engage in a final Q&A session to clarify any remaining doubts or queries.
Certificate Presentation: Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a certificate recognizing your participation and newfound expertise.
Leave our detailing class equipped with valuable knowledge, practical experience, and a smile on your face, ready to embark on a successful detailing journey.

• TIME: 9am-5pm
• LOCATION: The Bays - Romeoville, IL
  
• COURSE: Basics to Profitability
• SPOTS AVAILABLE: 12
• INSTRUCTORS: Jason Otterness
• CERTIFICATION: Each student will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the course

TRAVEL INFORMATION AND MEALS

• Chicago O'Hare International (ORD) is roughly 40 minutes away and Midway International (MDW) is 50 minutes away from the Romeoville location
• Registration fees cover the class only.
• Airfare, hotel, and other transportation are not included
• We recommend Hilton Garden Inn Bolingbrook 
  Address: 135 Remington Blvd, Bolingbrook, IL 60440 
  Phone: (630) 771-1500
• We will provide lunch for each day your course is in session. Coffee, water, and snacks will also be available.