The Payment Hierarchy Is Changing. Here’s What Dealers Need to Know.
March 4, 2026

The Payment Hierarchy Is Changing. Here’s What Dealers Need to Know.

When money gets tight, consumers are making different choices than many dealers expect. In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer sit down with Charles Rowe from FICO to unpack how payment behavior is...

Listen to the Episode
Inside NADA 2026: F1, AI and the Energy on the Show Floor
Feb. 18, 2026

Inside NADA 2026: F1, AI and the Energy on the Show Floor

NADA 2026 was not subtle. From the F1-themed opening night in Las Vegas to packed halls and nonstop energy, this show felt different from the moment we walked in.In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer...

Listen to the Episode
What FICO Data Reveals About Today’s Car Deals
Feb. 4, 2026

What FICO Data Reveals About Today’s Car Deals

Today’s car buyer isn’t asking what their credit score is. They already know it, and that is changing how deals get done. In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer are joined by ...

Listen to the Episode
Amazon Autos Is Live: What It Means for Dealers
Jan. 21, 2026

Amazon Autos Is Live: What It Means for Dealers

Amazon Autos is no longer just an idea. Its beta version is live, expanding and already changing how people think about buying cars online. In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Gr...

Listen to the Episode
Why Old-School Sales Tactics Are Killing Your Gen Z Deals
Jan. 7, 2026

Why Old-School Sales Tactics Are Killing Your Gen Z Deals

Gen Z car buyers are changing the rules, and most dealerships are not ready. In this episode, Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer break down how Gen Z shops, why they reject old-school sales tactics and what dealers must ...

Listen to the Episode
2026 Predictions Every Dealer Should See
Dec. 23, 2025

2026 Predictions Every Dealer Should See

Predictions for the car industry in 2026 are already shaping how dealers plan their next moves. In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, hosts Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer break down what’s coming for the a...

Listen to the Episode
He Used Facebook to Sell Millions
Dec. 10, 2025

He Used Facebook to Sell Millions

Want to learn how to sell millions of dollars in cars using just your phone? In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer sit down with Evan Driscoll, Used Car Manager at Audi Jacks...

Listen to the Episode
Why Car Loans Are Stretching Further Than Ever
Nov. 25, 2025

Why Car Loans Are Stretching Further Than Ever

Car loans are getting longer, but what is really driving the trend? In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, hosts Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer talk with Evan Driscoll, used car manager at Audi Jacksonville, about how rising...

Listen to the Episode
Why This EV Owner Is DONE With Electric Cars
Nov. 12, 2025

Why This EV Owner Is DONE With Electric Cars

In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer unpack what happens when automotive dreams turn into customer service nightmares. From the absurd reality of one tool in the entire coun...

Listen to the Episode
5 Things Most People Don’t Know About Car Dealerships
Oct. 29, 2025

5 Things Most People Don’t Know About Car Dealerships

In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, hosts Danielle Mills Walden and Philip Greer pull back the curtain on one of the industry’s biggest misconceptions: where dealerships actually make their money. From the unsung...

Listen to the Episode
Why Car Buyers Are About to Pay a Lot More
Oct. 15, 2025

Why Car Buyers Are About to Pay a Lot More

In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, hosts Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer dive into the hot topic of rising dealer fees, sparked by California’s proposed increase from $85 to $500. They explore how this c...

Listen to the Episode
Inside the Biggest Dealer Event of the Year: NAMAD
Oct. 1, 2025

Inside the Biggest Dealer Event of the Year: NAMAD

From jaw-dropping showroom floor moments to the most talked-about panels, Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer deliver the ultimate recap of NAMAD 2025. This year’s convention broke records in Las Vegas with more than 1,20...

Listen to the Episode
What No One Tells You About Selling Used EVs
Sept. 17, 2025

What No One Tells You About Selling Used EVs

In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, host Phillip Greer sits down with John Foley to explore how John launched Recharged, an electric vehicle dealership redefining what it means to serve today’s EV buyer. With ove...

Listen to the Episode
Are EVs Still Worth Buying After the Tax Credit Expires?
Sept. 3, 2025

Are EVs Still Worth Buying After the Tax Credit Expires?

In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, hosts Danielle and Phillip dive into the rapidly changing landscape of the EV tax credit. With the credit now set to expire on September 30, 2025 (seven years earlier than expe...

Listen to the Episode
Why Affordable Used Cars Are Vanishing Faster Than Ever
Aug. 20, 2025

Why Affordable Used Cars Are Vanishing Faster Than Ever

In this episode, Danielle Mills Walden sits down with Paul Machin to dive deep into the realities facing the auto industry in 2025. They break down why affordable used cars are disappearing from the market, how repossessions ...

Listen to the Episode
The Most Asked Car Questions According to AI
Aug. 6, 2025

The Most Asked Car Questions According to AI

In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, hosts Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer tackle the top seven most searched questions about buying used cars, according to AI. From negotiating the best deal and understan...

Listen to the Episode
The Real Reason Buyers Are Skipping the Showroom
July 23, 2025

The Real Reason Buyers Are Skipping the Showroom

In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, hosts Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer dive deep into the Carvana effect. From Danielle’s own “traitor” confession of buying her car online to Phillip’s showdown with a ...

Listen to the Episode
What Tesla Got Right That Dealers Keep Missing
July 9, 2025

What Tesla Got Right That Dealers Keep Missing

In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, co-hosts Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer dive into the messy, exciting, and sometimes dangerous world of electric vehicles. From wild rental car stories and range anxie...

Listen to the Episode
What We’re Watching at NIADA 2025
June 18, 2025

What We’re Watching at NIADA 2025

In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, co-hosts Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer dive into everything you need to know about the upcoming NIADA Conference, one of the top annual events built specifically for ...

Listen to the Episode
The Secret to Surviving the F&I Squeeze
June 11, 2025

The Secret to Surviving the F&I Squeeze

Monthly payments are soaring. Interest rates are climbing. And approval rates? Dropping fast. In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership, co-hosts Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer unpack what today’s affordability...

Listen to the Episode
The Leadership Formula for Dealership Success
May 28, 2025

The Leadership Formula for Dealership Success

What if the key to dealership success isn’t just about managing the team, but about unlocking the power of leadership? In this episode, Danielle sits down with Glenn Lundy to explore the leadership strategies that are transfo...

Listen to the Episode
Data is the New Oil… But Most Dealerships Are Running on Crude
May 14, 2025

Data is the New Oil… But Most Dealerships Are Running on Crude

The car business is evolving fast with AI leading the charge. While some dealers hesitate, others use automation to streamline operations, enhance sales, and boost revenue. Where should dealers start? In this episode, Zach He...

Listen to the Episode
How Your Mind Shapes Your Next Car-Buying Decision
April 30, 2025

How Your Mind Shapes Your Next Car-Buying Decision

What if the key to selling more cars isn’t just about the deal, but understanding the mind of the driver behind the wheel? In this episode of Leadership in the Dealership , we dive into the psychology of car buying. We’ll unc...

Listen to the Episode