5 Important Things You Need To Know About Conference Season | YBYL Podcast EP 115

Going to industry conferences can be one of the most valuable investments you make in your shop’s future. Stepping away during the busy season might feel impossible, but the connections, insights, and strategies you gain at these events often pay dividends long after you return home.

In this episode, Matt Di Francesco breaks down why events like these are worth your time. He shares the five key benefits of attending—from discovering new technology and legislative updates to networking with peers, empowering your technicians, and even inspiring the next generation of your family to take part in the business.

Matt also talks about:

(01:56) How conferences help you work on the business
(04:13) How after-hours networking drives breakthroughs
(05:15) Why bringing techs to conferences expands team knowledge
(06:04) How shared insights boost innovation
(06:43) Why investing in people builds pride and productivity
(07:52) How conferences can inspire the next generation


Upcoming conferences:
The Texas Auto Body Trade Show
September 12-13, 2025
https://www.abat.us/trade-show/

Music City Collision Conference
September 26-27, 2025
https://mytcra.com/music-city-collisi...

SEMA Show 2025
November 4-7, 2025
https://www.semashow.com/



Connect With Matt DiFrancesco:
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High Lift Financial is a DBA for DiFrancesco Financial Concierge, LLC. Investment advisory services are provided through Cornerstone Planning Group, LLC, an independent advisory firm registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.