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Building a Thriving Family Business in Auto Glass & Local Networking Secrets

Building a Thriving Family Business in Auto Glass & Local Networking Secrets In this episode of Auto Glass Tech Talk, we dive into the story of Little Apple, an auto glass company located in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. The company’s origins trace back to Stosh’s father, who moved to Arkansas in 1993 and transitioned from working on skyscrapers in Chicago to starting a glass business. Over the years, Little Apple evolved from handling basic glass installations like mirrors and shower doors to specializing in auto glass services such as windshields. Stosh and his wife now run the business, focusing on growth, profitability, and providing quality service to their local community. This family-run business has grown steadily through hard work and adapting to the ever-changing auto glass industry. Shower glass installations have become an important aspect of Little Apple’s offerings. Although profitable, these installations come with their own challenges. Stosh shares how his wife handles the measurements, quotations, and logistics for shower glass jobs, while the rest of the team provides the muscle. Despite the high profit margins, Stosh admits he prefers working on windshields and classic cars. Over time, Little Apple has built strong relationships with local tint shops, body shops, and car detailers, helping them grow their presence through word-of-mouth marketing and local networking. Social media has also played a significant role in spreading the word, allowing Little Apple to reach new customers and stay connected with the local auto glass community. Networking and maintaining relationships within the local business community is key to the success of Little Apple. Stosh discusses the importance of being active in the local car scene and attending car shows to meet new customers and build trust. Word-of-mouth referrals are vital in a small town like Eureka Springs, and Stosh emphasizes how crucial it is to deliver exceptional service. He also shares his passion for working on classic cars and vintage vehicles, noting that many in the younger generation don’t have the same interest or skills in this area. Looking ahead to 2025, Stosh reveals one tool he’s excited to add to his business, which will further streamline operations and help Little Apple continue thriving. In this video, we cover: The origin story of Little Apple The profitability and time commitment of shower glass installations Building strong local business relationships Effective networking advice Social media strategies that work The joys and challenges of working on classic vehicles Our favorite molding company A breakdown of our latest install Our recent glass distributor purchase Our 2025 tool wishlist! Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more behind-the-scenes content! #ShowerGlass #FamilyBusiness #LocalBusiness #Networking #ClassicCars #BusinessTips #GlassInstallation #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneur #SocialMediaMarketing