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How to Juggle A Busy Life and A Detailing Business with Michael Babski

CALLING ALL DETAILERS

Release Date: 12/28/2025

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šŸŽ™ļø Juggling Life, Military Service, and a Growing Detailing Business

In this episode of the Calling All Detailers Podcast, we sit down with Michael Babski of D Babski Auto Detailing. Michael shares his incredible journeyā€”from a childhood curiosity washing cars with his dad to building a professional detailing business while serving as a full-time Army Recruiter.

Discover how Michael manages the intense pressure of military duties, family life, and business growth through smart systems and a "never stop" sales mentality.

šŸ”‘ Key Takeaways from This Episode:

  • The Transition from Hobby to Business: How the COVID-19 pandemic provided the spark to turn a passion for clean cars into a profitable side hustle.

  • Mastering the Schedule: Michaelā€™s tips on using CRM tools like Mobile Tech RX and Detail Bookie to automate bookings and control his busy calendar.

  • Sales Training for Detailers: Why Michaelā€™s experience as an Army Recruiter makes him a master of the "follow-up" and why heā€™s never afraid of a cold call.

  • Upselling Specialized Services: A deep dive into mold remediationā€”the technical knowledge required, the safety protocols, and how to price these high-value jobs.

  • Building Long-Term Trust: The benefits of reporting services to Carfax to boost a customer's vehicle resale value and set your business apart from "Side-Gig Joe."

  • Leveraging AI for Marketing: How Michael uses ChatGPT and Meta Business Suite to create a consistent "StoryBrand" marketing presence without spending hours on content.

šŸ’¼ About Michael Babski

Michael is a professional detailer based in Washington state, specializing in ceramic coatings and mold remediation. His mission is to build a high-quality business that scales, moving from the hands-on technical work to a management-focused leadership role.

"The money isn't in the estimate; itā€™s in the follow-up." ā€“ Michael Babski

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