Facts You Didn’t Know About Primers
How much do you really know about primers? We had a fascinating discussion with Greg Williams and Thomas McEvoy from Kilz, and TikTok star and painting contractor Klaudio Dulemata about everything primers: coverage, failures, tinting, prepping…all of it. Sponsored by Kilz
How to Reach Your Revenue Goal
Andrew and Emily talk with paint industry financial whiz Linnea Blair to nail down how to bump a business to the next revenue marker. Struggling to hit $500k? $1 mil? $2mil? We provide a road map, with stops at Gross Profit Margin, Fixed Expenses, even Net Operating Profit Before Owner’s Comp. Sponsored by BEHR PRO […]
Fear Not! You Too Can Boost SEO
Don’t be intimidated! SEO is not an uncrackable algorithm. Adam Zobel and Aaron Cote explain better methods for web site format (headers, bullets and blogs!). Bonus: How/Why to research your competitors. Listen, learn and love!
Upskilling Your Painters
There is no limit to what a painter can create… and what they can make. If you are looking for career paths for craftspeople and new high-end finishes to offer your customers, the International Decorative Artisans League might have some ideas (and training) for you. Sponsored by Estimate Rocket and KILZ
Overcoming Price Objections
How do you stay out of bidding wars and get paid what you’re worth? Matt Thibeau of Savant Marketing Agency walks through how you can generate reliable leads, quality referrals, and strategies on handling the price objection if you get it. Sponsored by CompanyCam and Estimate Rocket
Job Price and Expense Trends
Would you be offended if we said you’re probably not raising labor rates enough? Do you recalculate overhead quarterly? Do you have a minimum 3-month backlog? Listen now as we dive deep into these data topics with Tom Droste at Estimate Rocket. Sponsored by CompanyCam and A David Creation
Where Painters Find the Best New Tools
Great tools save time and money. But can you risk testing unproven ones on the job? We talk with two contractors – and a toolmaker! – about how the best tools make their way to your job site. Sponsored by Hyde Tools
The Hiring Checklist You Need
Here’s the refresher you need before hiring and onboarding a new employee. Job description, apprenticeship checklist, 7- 30- and 90-day reviews, EIN, W-4, I-9…everything you need to protect new hires from becoming flashes in the pan. Sponsored by KILZ and CompanyCam
Could Your Business Use an Equity Partner?
Add this to your list of business growth plan options: Bringing on an equity partner. We chat with Jason Paris of Aleph Holdings about how his group is partnering with painting contractors to unlock new growth. Sponsored by CompanyCam and A David Creation
Changes to Independent Contractor Rules
Independent Contractor rules remain in flux, so we chatted with labor law attorney Scott Mirsky from Paley Rothman Employment Law about how to write your IC agreement, 1099s, uniforms, and training, as well as potential penalties such as back taxes and overtime. Sponsored by CompanyCam
Who launched a new premium paint?
It’s big news when a paint company introduces its highest quality paint…ever. We talk with folks from BEHR PRO as well as contractors Chris Barcomb and Tim Crumpler about the new BEHR DYNASTY® Interior Paint. Sponsored by BEHR Pro
How/When To Hire a Sales Rep
Just when you thought you were out…they pull you back in! (We’re talking about sales.) If you’re trying to shed the sales role, or just looking to hire a new estimator, this podcast is for you. Andrew talks with Carl Utter…all you need to do is listen. Sponsored by CompanyCam
Run a Better Side Service – Part 2
If your painting company also runs a side service – gutter cleaning, kitchen remodeling, guitar refinishing – you’ll love this podcast series about running it better. Here we talk with Militello Painting & Powerwashing.
How to Get Paid
You’ve tried nice. You’ve tried nasty. Now try listening to our podcast for some new strategies to finally get paid. Emily and Andrew talk with Matt Viator of Levelset, along with his friends, Notice of Intent to Foreclose and Notice of Intent to Lien. Sponsored by CompanyCam
Adding a New Service – Part 1
From handling finances and employees to creating new marketing, Shane Garrett, owner of Garrett Painting talks about his epic quest to add kitchen remodeling to his business. Sponsored by CompanyCam
New Google Rules for Business
Learn about: a) Google’s newest algorithm tweak, b) what to do if your business name does not include “painting” and c) best use of your company’s natural keywords. Martin Morgan of Pro Painter Websites explains! Sponsored by Company Cam
PCA Now Offering Health Insurance
Hear about the health insurance option now available from PCA and how health benefits reduce costs and increase productivity! Sponsored by CompanyCam
Trends in Painting 2022
Listen in to gain some foresight into what could be coming down the road in 2022! Labor & material shortages and technology are just a few of the topics… Sponsored by CompanyCam
Decorative Painting Trends
Should you add decorative painting to your product mix? Learn about the benefits of offering decorative painting, potential risks, and what trends are booming… Sponsored by CompanyCam : BEHR PRO
How TOP JOB Impacts your Business
Beth Warnecke reviews how winning TOP JOB has increased business and reviews the job that won! Sponsored by: CompanyCam – Zinsser – Federated Insurance