DrivingSales Defining Leadership Podcast
Understanding Leadership in Automotive Dealerships
In this episode of DrivingSales Defining Leadership, hosts Bart Wilson and J.D. Mixon sit down with special guest Michael Hayes, Director of the NADA Academy. With over four decades in the auto industry, Michael shares his invaluable insights on leadership and the evolution of dealership management. Together, they explore how process changes impact dealership operations and discuss strategies for fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of what today's workforce looks for in a career and how leaders can adapt to meet these evolving expectations.
Stream the Episode
Listen on Other Popular Platforms
![Pulse of Auto-1-16x9 The image is a promotional graphic for a podcast titled "The Pulse of Automotive Leadership" featuring guest Michael Hayes, the NADA Academy Director. The visual shows a person's hand adjusting a smartwatch in a car, emphasizing technology and automotive themes. The podcast's name, "DrivingSales Defining Leadership Podcast" with hosts Bart Wilson & J.D. Mixon, is prominently displayed along with logos for Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms, indicating where the podcast can be listened to. The graphic is designed to attract listeners interested in automotive leadership and innovations.](http://wp.drivingsales.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Pulse-of-Auto-1-16x9-1.jpeg)
Your Hosts
![Bart-Wilson-headshot-250x250](http://wp.drivingsales.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Bart-Wilson-headshot-250x250-1.png)
Bart Wilson
Director of Operations
DrivingSales
![J.D.-Mixon-headshot-250x250](http://wp.drivingsales.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/J.D.-Mixon-headshot-250x250-1.png)
J.D. Mixon
Director of Customer Success & Marketing
DrivingSales