Driven by Intelligence

🎙 Driven by Intelligence Hosted by Durran Cage This isn’t just another car podcast. This is where leadership meets innovation and the automotive industry gets real. Driven by Intelligence is a high-impact conversation series with dealership owners, general managers, entrepreneurs, and disruptors who are changing the way we lead, sell, serve, and scale. We unpack the strategies behind: 🚗 Record-breaking automotive sales 🤖 Real-world applications of AI, CRM, and video 💡 Emotional intelligence and leadership development 📈 Culture shifts that drive retention, growth, and legacy Whether you’re leading a team, building a brand, or just starting out—this show will challenge how you think, lead, and win. Tune in. Lock in. Let’s evolve the industry—together. Win every day. Gratitude.

Driven by Intelligence is a business podcast hosted by Durran Cage, with 21 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Durran Cage hosts Driven by Intelligence, a business show with 21 episodes published.

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  Episode #10

  Back to Basics That Scale: Tier-4 Marketing, Video, & Fixed Ops | Driven by Intelligence w/ JT

  Sep 24, 202647 minS2

  This year feels weird. Retail can still win. Today’s playbook is simple. Back to basics that scale. Tier-4 Marketing. Market to your team. Onboard right. Coach weekly. Train the HOW, not just the WHAT. Then stack the tools. Video that sells. Real SEO (beyond AI fluff). Switch strategy to save deals. Fixed Ops in the mix. JT breaks it down. I take notes. You get the blueprint. Guest:JT (Jonathan Thompson) — amg.team • xdc.team LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-thompson-marketing/ Follow Cage + Work with us: https://video4victory.com/

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  Episode #9

  Culture Over Clout: Building Brands That Actually Connect | Driven by Intelligence ft. Jeane

  Sep 17, 20262 hourS2

  In this Driven by Intelligence episode, Durran Cage sits down with the brilliant Jeane Reitelbach — a culture-shaping force, video visionary, and co-founder of Engage Women in Automotive. Jeane doesn’t just talk about branding and leadership. She lives it. This episode dives deep into: Why brand isn’t what you say — it’s what your culture proves. How video builds real trust (and why most people are using it wrong). The role of AI, authenticity, and feminine energy in reshaping our industry. And the goofy, geeky side of Jeane’s love for LLMs and intelligent tech. Whether you lead a dealership, brand, or movement — or you’re just trying to grow without losing who you are — this conversation will speak to you. ️ This is not your typical automotive talk. It’s heart, humor, and hard truths with a purpose. Watch now, and let us know in the comments: What’s one way you’ve built culture before content? Connect with Jeane here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanreitelbach/

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  Episode #8

  Math, Not Feelings: How Smart Dealers Evaluate Lead Sources

  Sep 10, 202611 minS2

  In this episode you'll learn: How to evaluate your marketing partners using Lead Source ROI When it's time to cut a vendor—and when it isn't The hidden trap of judging lead quality without understanding cost per sale The two CRM metrics every leadership team should inspect every Monday Why contact rate and appointment-setting rate reveal your biggest opportunities How after-hours leads are impacting dealership performance Why coaching your team often produces a bigger ROI than replacing your vendors One of the biggest takeaways: Before spending another dollar—or cutting another vendor—inspect your process first. The best dealerships don't guess. They measure. They coach. They improve. Key Performance Benchmarks ✅ Contact Rate: 70%+ ✅ Contact-to-Appointment Rate: 40%+ ✅ Inspect vendor ROI weekly—not quarterly ✅ Track after-hours opportunities separately If this episode brought value, please: Like the video Subscribe for more dealership leadership, AI, CRM, and marketing insights Share this episode with your GM, marketing manager, or internet director

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  Episode #7

  Driven by Intelligence:Why the Best Leaders Don't See Other People as Competition (ft. Malik Braner)

  Sep 3, 202647 minS2

  In this episode of Driven By Intelligence, I'm joined by Malik Braner for a conversation on leadership, relationships, growth, and why the best people in automotive don't operate from a scarcity mindset. Malik has built a reputation for helping dealerships and leaders elevate their performance, and in this conversation, we dive into the habits, mindset, and strategies that create long-term success. Let us know your biggest takeaway in the comments. Comment "DRIVEN" and tell us what's one lesson that's helped you grow as a leader. Connect with Durran Cage [www.CageAutomotive.com]( http://www.CageAutomotive.com ) Video4Victory website: https://video4victory.com/ YouTube: @CoachCage LinkedIn: Coach Cage Instagram: @CoachCage Connect with Malik Braner LinkedIn: @Malik Braner Instagram: @MalikBraner

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  Episode #6

  From Lawnmower Hustle to Automotive Leadership – Rasean Comeaux on Purpose, People & Power Moves

  Aug 27, 202658 minS2

  What does it really take to go from cutting lawns for $20 to leading high-performing dealership teams with purpose and vision? In this powerful episode of Driven by Intelligence, Rasean Comeaux shares his journey—from growing up in a military family, navigating leadership early, to declaring (out loud) that he’d become a General Manager in five years... and doing it. We talk emotional intelligence, modern dealership culture, authentic connection through video, and why you are your first investment. Plus, hear how a simple personalized video sparked our connection and reminded us that it’s not always about pitching—it’s about people. This is leadership, legacy, and leveling up—delivered straight from the heart. Connect with Rasean on LinkedIn: raseancomeaux

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