From Paramedic to Professional Detailer - Vanessa’s Story
Release Date: 01/13/2026
From Paramedic to Professional Detailer - Vanessa’s Story
CALLING ALL DETAILERS
In this episode of the Calling All Detailers podcast, we sit down with Vanessa from Full Throttle Detailing. Based in Rosharon, Texas, Vanessa shares her unique journey from being a full-time paramedic to launching her own mobile detailing business. Discover how a disappointing experience with a professional detailer inspired her to take matters into her own hands—and how she turned her lifelong passion for bikes into a thriving side hustle. What you’ll learn in this episode: The Power of Perfection: Why detailing is a peaceful, artistic escape for Vanessa. Creative Tool Hacks: Using baby...
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The Riches are in the Niches with John Mapu from Wax On Warriors
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The Power of Niche Marketing: Why focusing on specialized vehicles like RVs and boats can lead to more consistent income than high-end exotic cars. Organic Growth: How John Mapu from https://waxonwarriors.com/ leveraged his community, local car meets, and his 9-to-5 job to build a loyal client base. Business Efficiency: Tips on using tech like Dot Cards and Detailer Flow to streamline your professional image and invoicing. The "Ninja Detail": A clever strategy for creating return business and maximizing profit per customer. Hard Lessons in Scaling: John opens up about the challenges of hiring...
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How to Juggle A Busy Life and A Detailing Business with Michael Babski
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🎙️ 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 journey—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. 🔑 Key Takeaways from This Episode: The Transition from Hobby...
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Success Tips for Starting and Marketing a Motorcycle Detailing Business
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In the 6th episode of the Calling All Detailers Podcast, David Elliott welcomes Pete Bresciani from BikeWerks, a specialist in mobile motorcycle detailing, based in the Greater San Francisco Bay Area. Pete shares his inspiring journey of turning a hobby into a full-time business. Starting from a simple desire to keep his own motorcycle clean, he navigated career changes and market shifts to build a thriving mobile enterprise. Whether you are an aspiring detailer or a seasoned pro, this interview is packed with actionable advice on: Finding Your Niche: Why specializing in motorcycles can set...
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Jeff Mallory - Mallory's Detail Shop - on the Calling All Detailers Podcast
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EP 5 of the Calling All Detailers Podcast is with Jeff Mallory from Mallory's Detail Shop - We cover many topics, including how to market to and find new customers in farm country, in the middle of winter. We also covered doing business in a small town/ community. Calling All Detailers include Detailing Enthusiasts - DIY and Detail Professionals. Our goal is to help Detailers earn more money, by helping then Create more SUCCESS through Knowledge, Motivation and the 10X Mindset, Plus incorporate Common Sense and Sales & Marketing Strategies to their business plans. Be sure to use the best...
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From $800 Mustang to Master Detailer: Rob Torres and his journey to Scaling BLAM Auto Detailing
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In episode 4 of the Calling All Detailers Podcast, host Dave is joined by Rob Torres, owner of BLAM Auto Detailing. Rob shares his incredible journey from owning a web design studio to becoming a premier auto detailer in the affluent Cape Ann, Massachusetts area. In this video, you will learn: The "Epiphany" Moment: How an $800 Mustang sparked the birth of BLAM Auto Detailing. The BLAM Brand: What the name stands for and why having a memorable brand is critical for standing out. Private Labeling Success: Rob discusses his partnership with Pearl Nano to launch the BLAM Signature Graphene Detail...
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Evan Dills on Rebranding, Hiring Employees & Scaling Pristine Auto Spa to a $100k Per Year Business
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In the 3rd episode of the "Calling All Detailers" Podcast, we sit down with Evan Dills, owner of Pristine Auto Spa (formerly Pristine Projects) in Springville, New York. Evan shares his inspiring journey from mobile detailing out of his mom's garage to owning a successful 4,000 square-foot shop with multiple employees. He discusses the challenges and triumphs of scaling a detailing business, including: 🧼 The evolution of his business: The reasons behind his decision to rebrand to Pristine Auto Spa, and the process of redesigning his logo, signage, and apparel for a more professional,...
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How to Run a Successful Family-Run Mobile Detailing Business & Get Customers Only on Facebook and No Website!
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How to Run a Successful Family-Run Mobile Detailing Business & Get Customers Only on Facebook and No Website! In this inspiring discussion, Anthony Henderson of Better Than New Mobile Detailing in Louisville, KY, shares his unique, simplified approach to running a successful and profitable mobile detailing business—with his family by his side! Anthony is a rare example of an owner who has intentionally kept his business small and family-run to prioritize quality of life, including homeschooling his children, and he shares how his family is part of the detailing work. Key Takeaways for...
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Expanding a North Dakota Detailing Business into Ag, Industrial, and Aircraft Markets
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Ian Korgel, from Scratchwerkes.com, shares his journey from starting a detailing business in North Dakota, to expanding into various sectors including agriculture and aviation. On this first episode of the 5th season of the Calling All Detailers Podcast, Ian also discusses the challenges of working in extreme cold, strategies for attracting clients, and the importance of word-of-mouth marketing. Ian also delves into his new consulting services aimed at helping other detailers succeed, emphasizing the significance of confidence in sales and the necessity of deposits. The discussion highlights...
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5 Pros and Cons of Private Labeling Car Care Products
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In this episode, David Elliot from Pearl Nano discusses the five pros and cons of developing your own brand of car care products. He covers everything from the potential for higher profit margins and exclusive branding to the considerations around initial development costs and product liability. This is a must-listen for detailers and entrepreneurs looking to launch a private label line of detailing chemicals. Key Points Covered: 5 Pros: Higher profit margins (25% to 150% higher gross margins possible) Exclusive branding, which builds customer trust and market differentiation Control...
info_outlineIn this episode of the Calling All Detailers podcast, we sit down with Vanessa from Full Throttle Detailing. Based in Rosharon, Texas, Vanessa shares her unique journey from being a full-time paramedic to launching her own mobile detailing business. Discover how a disappointing experience with a professional detailer inspired her to take matters into her own hands—and how she turned her lifelong passion for bikes into a thriving side hustle. What you’ll learn in this episode: The Power of Perfection: Why detailing is a peaceful, artistic escape for Vanessa. Creative Tool Hacks: Using baby bottle brushes and pipe cleaners for those hard-to-reach motorcycle parts. Marketing on a Budget: How Vanessa uses Facebook Ads and organic word-of-mouth to keep her schedule packed. Business Growth: Tips on "10X-ing" your business and the importance of before-and-after content. Mobile Detailing Setup: Vanessa’s must-have gear for working on-site in client garages. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just thinking about starting your own detailing business, Vanessa’s story is packed with inspiration and practical advice on balancing a high-stress career with a creative passion.
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My name is David Elliott, owner of Pearl Nano, LLC. I've been a car care product producer, marketer, and sales professional for over 28 years. I've sold car care products in over 100 countries and have worked with thousands of detailing professionals along the way. I'm a sales and marketing expert, designer, podcaster, retired military veteran with over 20 years of active duty in the US Air Force, father of three, longtime surfer and paddleboarder, and an avid sailing enthusiast and catamaran owner. Dave@PearlNano.com #AutoDetailing #carcareproducts #privatelabelcarcare #MakeMoreMoney #Detailing #10XDETAIL #PEARLNANO #callingalldetailers #autodetail #ceramiccoating #detailingprofessionals #detailingpodcast #PRIVATELABEL