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Resilient by Design: How Mindset Turns Struggle Into Growth
It’s a role that requires a unique kind of toughness.
Moreover, it requires resilience.

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Apr 222 min read
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F&I Success: The Power of Mindset, Training, and Execution
Train daily. Improve constantly. Win consistently. #WeAreEliteFI

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Mar 152 min read
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A Foundation for Growth: The Role of Culture in Driving Results
Elite FI Partners fosters a culture of growth and excellence, delivering impactful training and tailored solutions that drive dealership suc

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Jan 243 min read
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Building a Winning Culture at Elite FI Partners
At Elite FI Partners, we believe that building a winning culture starts with the people who make up our team.

Emilia Aufmuth
Jan 82 min read
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Embracing a Consultative Approach in the Finance Office: Adding Value and Empowering Customers
Gone are the days of hard closes and pushy sales pitches. Instead, the focus is on establishing rapport, understanding the customer's unique

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Jan 12 min read
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Transforming Dealer Partnerships Through Adaptive Training and Dealer Timeline
The past two weeks have been a whirlwind of travel, connection, and growth at Elite FI Partners.

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Nov 16, 20242 min read
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Watch Out, Phoenix! Elite FI Partners Welcomes Joel Squires to the Team
At Elite FI Partners, we’re not just about adding new team members—we’re about finding the right team members. We take pride in being...

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Oct 22, 20242 min read
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What Do You Mean It’s Not Covered?
Boost your expertise in F&I menu presentations with our latest post, “What Do You Mean It’s Not Covered?”

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Jul 11, 20242 min read
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Training is something that we DO
Adaptive Training goes beyond the basics, focusing on the intricate dynamics that make a finance manager great. It’s about developing skills

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Jul 7, 20243 min read
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Meet The Elite FI Family
At EliteFI Partners, we are more than just consultants. We are your partners in growing your finance department and maximizing your profits.

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Jun 28, 20246 min read
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Kyle Reid with VisionAST interview with Michael Aufmuth
Celebrate Thanksgiving with us! Join us for Week 4 as we delve into Best Practices in the Automotive and Powersports industries. Episode 4

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Nov 22, 20231 min read
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The Power of People - Exploring the Culture Behind the Company
At Elite Financial Partners, we believe that our success is not just about the products and services we offer but also the culture we foster

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Sep 21, 20230 min read
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F&I Menu Presentations | Key Areas of Focus | Finding Success
With our training programs, dealerships can ensure that their F&I managers have the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in their role an

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Sep 14, 20232 min read
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The Changing Landscape Of The F&I Office
the traditional F&I office is changing, with new technologies and changing consumer behaviors altering the landscape.

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Aug 24, 20233 min read
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The Culture In A Dealership Is Transparent
The culture of a dealership is defined by the shared values, beliefs, and behaviors of the employees.

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Mar 7, 20232 min read
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The Correlation Of Continuous Training & Customer Satisfaction
The F&I department is the backbone of any dealership's profitability, and its success is dependent on the skills and knowledge of its manage

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Mar 6, 20232 min read
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Meet Julio Mendoza | Product Specialist with Elite FI Partners
Julio is a bilingual expert in the automotive finance industry, bringing industry-leading products, training, support, finance manager coach

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Feb 23, 20232 min read
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Jacob Melson | New Employee Spotlight
Jake started his career in the automotive industry in 2015. As a second-generation car guy, Jake grew up in dealerships. With his youngest m

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Feb 21, 20232 min read
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Employee Spotlight | Julio Mendoza
Julio started his career in the aviation industry in 2015 while also going to school at the Technological Institute of Sonora for...

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Dec 12, 20221 min read
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Employee Spotlight Rob Varney
Rob worked in finance with all three major domestic auto manufacturers. While doing finance at Ford/Lincoln & Chrysler Jeep Dodge & Ram, Ro

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Dec 12, 20221 min read
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