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Happy Fathers Day, Uncle Frank

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At least once a day, someone comes up to me and asks, “So…how’s your Uncle?” Of course, they’re not asking about my REAL Uncle. They’re asking about the man that I’ve been referring to as “Uncle Frank” on televison commercials over the past 15 years. That man is my father, Frank Myers.

For the record, my father is alive and well. He’s doing what he loves doing most; being an entrpreneur. I’ve truly never met anyone that liked the “thrill of conquering” a business model quite like my father does. He’ll come up with a concept for a new business, brings it to life and makes it successful more times than not. Then he gets bored and moves on to the next challenge.

For those of you that don’t know my “story”, I’d like to share it with you. Not because it’s that special but rather the misconceptions that revolve around it. Lots of folks assume that since my unofficial title is PHD (Pappa Had a Dealership), that I would have had an easy time getting into the used car business. Indeed, my father had big plans in store for me, only they meant working 60 hour weeks in the detail shop!

I was 15 years old when I first started working in my father’s detail shop. I went away to college and spent my free time as a salesperson at a local Toyota dealership. If my father had known I was working for another car dealership other than his own, he wouldn’t have been very happy to say the least. When I returned home years later, my father didn’t do me any favors and offered me a position in the detail shop.

I worked my way up the ladder through every aspect of the used motor vehicle industry. 5 years ago, at the age of 34, I bough the family car dealership and sold almost 1,400 vehicles in my first year.

Fast forward to 2011 and I still love this business as much as I did the day I sold my first car. Of course, it’s easy to be happy when the dealership has posted a 144% increase since 2008. It saddens me that lots of quality dealers that I consider friends and mentors were forced out of business due to the struggling economy. My dad is still my biggest supporter as well as my biggest critic. I find a lot of humor in the fact that he says he hates the internet, even though he uses it daily in all of his own businesses.

Regardless of our differences, there is one thing we can both agree on that took us way too long to realize. If we put God and family before the dealership, then the dealership will always prosper with a lot of hard work and prayer.

Happy Fathers Day to the best dad in the world and the best “car guy” that I’ve ever met…Uncle Frank!

PS: The photo above is of me (on the left) and my dad (on the right) in 1994 the day after I had sold my first car at the dealership. This is one of my favorite pictures of me and my dad.

About Tracy Myers

Tracy Myers has built a nationally recognized reputation as the helmsman for one of the most successful car dealerships in the country, for which he is commonly referred to as The Nation’s Premier Automotive Solutions Provide.

He has shared his business acumen with viewers of FOX News, NBC, ABC and CBS, and has appeared on stages from coast to coast to share his inspirational stories and strategies for success. His best-selling books help people become better consumers as well as inspire industry leaders to become “game changers.”

As the Dean of The Celebrity Academy, Tracy teaches ambitious business owners, professionals and entrepreneurs how to get noticed, gain instant credibility, make millions and dominate their competition by building their Celebrity Expert status.

To learn more about Tracy, please visit https://www.TracyMyers.com

ABOUT FRANK MYERS AUTO MAXX

Frank Myers Auto Maxx was recently recognized as the #1 Small Business in NC by Business Leader Magazine, one of the Top 28 Independent Automotive Retailers in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine, one of the Top 10 Internet Auto Retailers in the Nation & one of the Top 3 dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal. Tracy is also the Co-Creator of the “Everybody Rides” program and author of the best selling book “Car Buying Secrets Exposed: The Dirty Little Secrets of a Used Car Dealer”, available at Amazon.com and better bookstores. He is a Christian Business Owner whose goal is to run his business “By the Book”. The dealership specializes in helping people find, qualify for and own the vehicle of their dreams with little or no money down…even with less than perfect credit. For more information on Frank Myers Auto Maxx, please visit their website at: https://www.frankmyersauto.com

CONTACT

Frank Myers Auto Maxx
4200 N. Patterson Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27105
SALES PHONE: 336-767-3432
SALES WEBSITE: https://www.FrankMyersAuto.com
SERVICE PHONE: 336-831-0656
SERVICE WEBSITE: https://www.frankmyersauto.com/winston-salem-auto-repair.html

The Uncle Frank Sez $14,000 Giveaway

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Buy The New Book “Uncle Frank Sez” on April 27th 2011 and Claim Your Prizes!

Get your copy on April 27th, 2011 (and buy a few extra for Father Day gifts) PLUS get these great prizes, too:

Did you ever think you’d be able to take an off-road segway tour through he woods with Uncle Frank? (You read that right. I’ll explain in a minute.) Or join Uncle Frank and his team of merry men as you brave the Sky Towers on one of the largest zip-lines in the world! How about taking a cruise in the mountains with Uncle Frank in one of his convertible Ford Mustangs during the Fall of the year and watching the beautiful leaves turn colors? Or enjoying a 5-Star dinner with Uncle Frank and best-selling author Tracy Myers? Why? Because they are committed to showing you (what else?) an extremely good time?

Now you can. Or, if you just want a weekend beach retreat in one of Uncle Frank’s beach houses, expert business and entrepreneurial advice on everything from sales to real estate to marketing, you can have those, too.

We’re offering these bonuses to you for helping us put the new book by Tracy Myers titled Uncle Frank Sez onto the bestseller list the first day it’s out (which is April 27th, 2011). Buy 1, 3, 25 or 100 copies today, and every gift package is worth at least twice the cost of the books. (Some up to 10 times!) More than $14,000  great experiences and grub up for grabs.

This is THE promotion for this book, and it won’t be repeated! Valid only on April 27th, 2011!

IMPORTANT: ABOUT UNCLE FRANK SEZ AND THE BEST-SELLER LIST

For the bestseller list, only hardcover books shipped to U.S. addresses qualify. So that means this contest applies only to those sales. For the great bonus prizes, you can only make your purchase from Amazon.com on Wednesday April 27th, 2011 until midnight. Beginning April 28th, you can purchase your copy at any participating Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, and independent bookstores, either online or in person at your local store.

NOTE: Amazon sometimes limits the number of books you can purchase from them, so if you have any trouble, create another account or use someone else’s (unless that’s illegal. If so, you did NOT hear this from Uncle Frank!)

If you don’t need all the books you buy, consider donating them to a worthwhile organization (library, school, company, charity, race or other event). We can help you figure out where to donate if you’re purchasing 25 or more copies.

This giveaway begins at 12:01 a.m. EST on 4/27 and lasts exactly 24 hours and ends at 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, April 28th. It’s strictly first come, first served, and “limited to 3” means the fourth person doesn’t get it.

Ready? Steady…GO!

Buy Uncle Frank Sez, Get Bonuses

Fair Package: Buy 1 book, get more than $150 in bonuses

Firm Package: Buy 3 books, get up to $500+ in bonuses

Friendly Package: Buy 25 books, get up to $1,000 in bonuses

You Made Your Bed Now Lay In It Package: Buy 100 books, get up to $12,000+ in bonuses

Details are below …

Fair Package: Buy 1 book

Spots: Unlimited

Cost $19.95, Bonuses Worth More Than $150

These two great bonuses come by digital delivery, straight to your inbox: “The Best of Ask the Coach” series by Tammy Holyfield who will teach you how to achieve all your personal and business goals…faster than you’ve ever imagined!  ($150) the new ground-breaking report by Tracy Myers titled Uncle Frank’s 21 Secrets of Creating a Money-Making Customer Experience REVEALED!  ($9.95)/

CLICK HERE TO ORDER FAIR PACKAGE ON APRIL 27th, 2011!

Firm Package: Buy 3 books

Spots: Limited to the first 50

Cost $39.90, Bonuses Worth up to $500+

In addition to the Fair Package, the first 50 people to buy 3 copies of the book get a year’s subscription to The Good

Life newsletter, PLUS an invitation to a one-hour group teleconference with author, noted small business marketing and branding solutions specialist, Tracy Myers ($325).

CLICK HERE TO ORDER FIRM PACKAGE ON APRIL 27th, 2011!

Friendly Package: Buy 25 books

Spots: Limited to 4

Cost $498.75, Bonuses Worth up to $1,000+

Come for a Backyard BBQ with other winners and the Uncle Frank’s entire crew (priceless!); get everything from the Fair Package, which goes to you by digital delivery, straight to your inbox ($150+); plus win ONE of the following: 1) a 1.5 hour off-road Segway tour over the hills and though the woods with Uncle Frank, or 2) an outdoor zipline tour with Uncle Frank!

CLICK HERE TO ORDER FRIENDLY PACKAGE ON APRIL 27th, 2011!

You Made Your Bed Now Lay In It Package: Buy 100 books

Spots: Limited to 3

Cost $1,400, Bonuses Worth up to $12,000+

CLICK HERE TO ORDER YOU MADE YOUR BED NOW LAY IN IT PACKAGE ON APRIL 27th, 2011!

Talk, one-on-one, via Skype with book author Tracy Myers—ask him anything: marketing, sales, motivation, business, marriage, writing or trash talking, whatever you want—and I’ll also give an in-person presentation to the group of your choice with any size audience ($7,500); you get everything from the Fair Package, which goes to you by digital delivery, straight to your inbox ($150+); come to our Backyard BBQ with Uncle Frank’s entire crew; plus win ONE of the following: 1) a cruise in the mountains with Uncle Frank in one of his convertible Ford Mustangs during the Fall of the year, 2) a 5-Star dinner with Uncle Frank and best-selling author Tracy Myers (or by yourself if you’d rather be a loner.)

Go on, grab these goodies while you can.

You’ve got from 12:01 a.m. EST on 4/27 until 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, April 28th.

If you buy before then, you will NOT be eligible for the great bonuses.

Order Uncle Frank Sez: Life Lessons From The Front Porch Of A Self-Made Man by Tracy Myers by clicking HERE!

To receive your free gifts, email a copy of your receipt with the date of April 27th, 2011 clearly showing to: Tracy@TracyMyers.com before Saturday May 7th, 2011. All receipts that do not have the date of April 27th clearly marked and do not show the purchase of Uncle Frank Sez will be disqualified. Receipts will be taken in the order they are received.

Business Book Publisher, CelebrityPress, Signs Publishing Deal With Tracy Myers To Release ‘Uncle Frank Sez’

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CelebrityPress, a leading business marketing and finance book publishing company, has recently signed a publishing deal with Tracy Myers to release the book, ‘Uncle Frank Sez’ LIFE LESSONS FROM THE FRONT PORCH OF A SELF-MADE MAN!

Orlando, Fla. – February 25, 2011 – Tracy Myers, The Nations Premier Automotive Solutions Provider, has written the forthcoming book titled, ‘Uncle Frank Sez’ LIFE LESSONS FROM THE FRONT PORCH OF A SELF-MADE MAN! Nick Nanton, Esq. along with business partner, JW Dicks, Esq., recently signed a publishing deal with Tracy to contribute his expertise to the book, which will be released under their CelebrityPress™ imprint.

The forthcoming book, ‘Uncle Frank Sez’ LIFE LESSONS FROM THE FRONT PORCH OF A SELF-MADE MAN! Features the sayings of ‘Uncle Frank’. Everyone should have an Uncle Frank.

‘Uncle Frank’ gushes his wit and wisdom with an inimical ‘down home’ flavor. His sayings (‘Frankisms’) are not the kinds you would expect to hear at typical tea parties or in genteel ‘coffee-klatches’. They are, however, sage pieces of advice from a man who has lived life, understands human frailties including his own, and wants to give the rest of us the benefit of his hard-earned knowledge. It is his caring and ‘Frank’ way of passing along to us the “nuggets” of his experiences – to make us better and more successful people.

Uncle Frank’s salesmanship is anchored in love, wisdom, integrity and experience. His  ‘Frankisms’ are to be savored, implemented and lived. They highlight the values of forthrightness, honesty, and planning – advice we don’t often get in a politically correct, ‘me first’ world,  …and the kind of advice responsible parents or caring teachers pass along to their students. It’s like a “tough love” prescription for success!

If you are disciplined enough to adopt most of these ‘Frankisms’, some of which may be new to your way of thinking, you will be motivated to succeed with integrity. The ability to care about others while making a better life for yourself and your family are universal ideals, but one vehicle to get you there is expressed by Uncle Frank as: “ The standards set for you by others can’t be higher than the ones you set for yourself.” That is his version of the Golden Rule.

His final comment in the book on ‘quitting’ is one that none of us should ever forget! You need to read, learn and inwardly digest that one before you give up!

Other books recently released by CelebrityPress™ include Ignite Your Business with Kelly O’Neill, The Relationship Age featuring social media expert, Mari Smith; The New Masters of Real Estate: Getting Deals Done in the New Economy featuring real estate investment expert and mentor, Ron LeGrand; Game Changers: America’s Leading Entrepreneurs and How They’re Changing The Game, and You Can Too” and Counter-Attack with Brian Tracy.

About Celebrity Press™:

Celebrity Press™, founded by JW Dicks, Esq. and Nick Nanton, Esq., is a business book publisher that publishes books from thought leaders around the world. Celebrity Press™ specializes in helping it’s authors grow their businesses through book publishing. Celebrity Press™ has published books alongside Brian Tracy, Ron Legrand, Mari Smith, Kelly O’Neil, Alexis Martin Neely and many more of the biggest experts across diverse fields.

About Tracy Myers, CMD:

Tracy is a car dealership owner, author, speaker and entrepreneur.  He recently celebrated the opening of his newest business, The Celebrity Academy in Charlotte, NC.  The Academy teaches professionals, entrepreneurs and business owners how to get noticed, gain instant credibility, make millions and dominate their competition by building their celebrity expert status.    Following these principals have helped Tracy gain enormous success at his own dealership, Frank Myers Auto Maxx.  It was recently recognized as the number One Small Businesses in NC by Business Leader Magazine, one of the top three dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal & one of the Top 22 Independent Automotive Retailers in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine.   Tracy graduated from the Certified Master Dealer program at Northwood University and was the youngest person to receive the National Quality Dealer Of The Year award, which is the highest obtainable honor in the used car industry.   He has provided guest commentary on the FOX Business Network and has also been featured on NBC, ABC, CBS & FOX affiliates across the country. He has appeared on stages from North Carolina to San Francisco and is the author of several books, including: Car Buying Secrets Exposed: The Dirty Little Secrets of a Used Car Dealer and YOU Are The Brand, Stupid!   Tracy and his wife Lorna have made their home in Lewisville, NC with their 2 children Maddie and Presley. He is a self-proclaimed Christian Business Owner whose goal is to run his business “By the Book”.

11 Steps To Becoming A Super-Power Car Buyer

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So you’re in the market to buy a new car – are you? This can be quite a stressful time for many people.

Car expert Donna Kane from Hyundai Motors America says, “Buying a car doesn’t have to be so traumatic. By doing a little homework, the overwhelming process of purchasing a car – and actually getting the one you want at a good price – can become much less stressful.”

You see, the real secret to making the car buying process an easy, stress free and fun event is all in the initial research you do before you ever step foot on a car lot.

Have A Plan When Shopping For A Used Car

Many people believe that when the time comes to buy a car they have to start randomly hitting car dealerships, wandering aimlessly with no plan of attack.

That is NOT a smart strategy.

But you would be surprised at how many people use this exact method. This is probably why so many people feel stress and anxiety when buying a car.

As with anything in life, you are always the most uneasy and stressed-out by the things you are not prepared to do. Most of us feel uneasy about being in situations we are not prepared to handle.

This is precisely why I am giving you this information. I never want you to be stressed and uncomfortable around a car dealership again.

Car buying should be a fun and exciting process. It’s a big decision and one that you can get much pride and joy out of for many years to come.

Buying a car is an experience you can share with your friends, family and neighbors. And it should be a positive experience, not a negative one.

The opportunity that I have here is to educate you about what to look for, how to research and how to prepare yourself with all the decisions and choices you will have to make when buying a car.

After reading this information, you will be a Super-Power Car Buyer.

You’ll learn…

1) How to decide whether a new or used vehicle is right for you;

2) Why most millionaires don’t drive new cars and would never consider leasing;

3) How to get the car you’ve always wanted but didn’t think you could afford;

4) The good, bad, and the ugly truth about used car dealers;

5) How to pick the vehicle that’s right for you;

6) How to pick the best place to purchase your next automobile;

7) What to look for in a car to ensure it’s a quality vehicle and not a disguised hunk-o-junk;

8) Secret insider tips to negotiating the best deal;

9) The rules of automotive credit and how to qualify;

10) How to make your trade in appraise for double what its worth;

11) The simple steps to spotting common car scams faster than a speeding bullet.

So let’s get started, new friend. Over the next few weeks, we’ll walk side by side and I’ll show you everything you need to know.

About Frank Myers Auto Maxx

The original Frank Myers Store was started more than 83 years ago by Frank Myers, the Great-Grandfather of the current owner Tracy Myers and the Grandfather of the previous owner, Franklin Myers. Tracy has spent the past 15+ years trying to change the landscape of the car business and the bruised reputation of car salespeople all over the country. Tracy was one of the first 100 Certified Master Dealers in the Nation, a NIADA Eagle Award Winner and was the youngest recipient ever to be honored with the highest available distinction in the used car industry…the National Quality Dealer award. Frank Myers Auto Maxx was recently recognized as the #1 Small Business in NC by Business Leader Magazine, one of the Top 28 Independent Automotive Retailers in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine, one of the Top 10 Internet Auto Retailers in the Nation & one of the Top 3 dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal. Tracy is also the Co-Creator of the “Everybody Rides” program and author of the best selling book “Car Buying Secrets Exposed: The Dirty Little Secrets of a Used Car Dealer”, available at Amazon.com and better bookstores. He is a Christian Business Owner whose goal is to run his business “By the Book”. The dealership specializes in helping people find, qualify for and own the vehicle of their dreams with little or no money down…even with less than perfect credit.  For more information on Frank Myers Auto Maxx, please visit their website at: https://www.frankmyersauto.com

CONTACT

Frank Myers Auto Maxx
4200 N. Patterson Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27105
SALES PHONE: 336-767-3432
SALES WEBSITE: https://www.FrankMyersAuto.com
SERVICE PHONE: 336-831-0656
SERVICE WEBSITE: https://www.frankmyersauto.com/winston-salem-auto-repair.html

Uncle Frank sez: “You can’t lead others unless you have followed.”

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Uncle Frank sez: “You can’t lead others unless you have followed.”

Uncle Frank is always quick to point out that no member of the Boy Scouts has ever started out as an Eagle Scout and no member of the United States Military has ever started out as a general. They have to work their way up through the ranks and into those positions of leadership. They have to earn those titles through dedication and hard work.

They can only accomplish those positions once they have perfected the skill, endurance and perseverance it takes to follow. They have to spend time in the trenches – training, learning and perfecting multiple tasks before they can reach that rightful role of leadership.

There is a right of passage they must conquer for that caliber of leadership. They must serve their time in the vineyard. They must follow and become good followers in order to become great leaders.

General Patton was a leader BEFORE he was a follower.

Patton, McArthur and Schwartzkoff sure did. Then there were great men like Audie Murphy who were great followers who led so well that they earned the highest decorations attainable though they were not the highest-ranking leaders in their field.

We are all the same no matter what profession we are in – we have to follow first before we can lead. Shadowing someone else who has been in the business or being mentored by an expert in the field is highly recommended in any occupation.

Just as we have to crawl before we can walk and walk before we can run, we must also learn before we can teach and follow before we can lead.

Being a follower means learning, being trained and drawing knowledge from someone else and their experience. Why would any person turn down good advice based on prior experience? No smart person would. By following, you learn the ropes and see the possible pitfalls and can learn to dodge them instead of plummet into them.

There are many land mines in the business field, so it is best to follow someone who knows where they are. Then when it’s your turn to cross the field by yourself you’ll know where each land mine is buried and you can avoid them. It will save your life.

Be patient in learning to follow and you will be great in learning to lead. We have to do one before we can do the other. Follow the leader, and then you can lead the followers.

About The Author, Tracy E. Myers: The original Frank Myers Store was started more than 83 years ago by Frank Myers, the Great-Grandfather of the current owner Tracy Myers and the Grandfather of the previous owner, Franklin Myers. Tracy has spent the past 15+ years trying to change the landscape of the car business and the bruised reputation of car salespeople all over the country. Tracy was one of the first 100 Certified Master Dealers in the Nation, a NIADA Eagle Award Winner and was the youngest recipient ever to be honored with the highest available distinction in the used car industry…the National Quality Dealer award. Frank Myers Auto Maxx was recently recognized as the #1 Small Buisness in NC by Business Leader Magazine, one of the Top 28 Independent Automotive Retailers in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine, one of the Top 10 Internet Auto Retailers in the Nation & one of the Top 3 dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal. Tracy is also the Co-Creator of the “Everybody Rides” program and author of the best selling book “Car Buying Secrets Exposed: The Dirty Little Secrets of a Used Car Dealer”, available at Amazon.com and better bookstores. He is a Christian Business Owner whose goal is to run his business “By the Book”. The dealership specializes in helping people find, qualify for and own the vehicle of their dreams with little or no money down…even with less than perfect credit.  For more information on Frank Myers Auto Maxx, please visit their website at: https://www.frankmyersauto.com/