Author: Charles Bivona Jr.

Charles Bivona Jr. aka “Coach JP Money” is a seasoned expert in financial coaching, business strategy, and wealth-building. With a background in accounting and finance from UNLV and Cal State Fullerton, Charles began his journey to financial independence at age 17 with his first real estate investment, purchased with no money down. By 1998, he was completely debt-free and has spent the decades since building wealth and mentoring others to do the same. As an entrepreneur, Charles led multiple national media publications and later founded successful digital ventures such as HireVeterans.com and VT Foreign Policy, demonstrating a sharp instinct for business development in both traditional and online arenas. Today, as Coach JP Money, he is dedicated to helping individuals and small businesses win online and gain financial clarity through real-world strategies and hands-on coaching.

From Order Takers to Advisors: How Elite Car Sales Reps Separate Themselves in 2026

Sales is evolving fast in 2026. Learn why elite sales reps are shifting from order takers to trusted advisors, how buyers have changed, and what it takes to stay relevant, respected, and highly paid in the modern sales landscape.

AI, CRM Fatigue, and Follow-Up Failure: The Real Reason Deals Are Being Lost in 2026

Dealerships have more AI and CRM tools than ever, yet more deals are being lost after the lead. Learn why follow-up is failing in 2026—and how top dealerships fix it.

Used Cars, New Rules: How to Protect Gross and Move Inventory in a Volatile Market

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The 2026 Car Buyer Has Changed — Here’s How Top Sales Reps Win Anyway

Learn how to sell more cars in 2026 by understanding the smarter, faster, more skeptical buyer. Discover how top sales reps build trust, create confidence, and close more deals without pressure.

Selling Cars in 2026: What’s Changed, What Still Works, and What You Must Stop Doing

Selling cars in 2026 isn’t harder — it’s different. Learn what’s changed about today’s car buyers, what still works in new and used car sales, and the mistakes quietly killing deals before price is discussed.

Selling Cars in a 2026 AI World: Master the Tech, Stay Human, and Win the Future

How Artificial Intelligence is Reshaping the Dealership, the Sales Floor, and the Skills You’ll Need to Succeed

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Discover the five essential truths about selling cars inspired by Zig Ziglar’s Secrets of Closing the Sale. Learn why helping, enthusiasm, lifelong learning, integrity, and character still define success — even in today’s high-tech, fast-paced auto industry.