Summary

Matt Iklodi, owner of ProPlus Painters, shares his journey of starting and growing his painting and power washing business. He started during COVID and used platforms like Nextdoor to find customers. However, he is facing challenges in scaling his business and managing the scheduling of jobs. Tanner Mullen advises Matt to focus on his core offer and standardize pricing. They discuss the importance of job costing and having a feedback loop to ensure accurate pricing. They also talk about the need for clear standards and rules when it comes to taking on jobs. Matt mentions his plans to invest in equipment and create content to promote his business. In this conversation, Tanner Mullen provides guidance to Matt, a painting business owner, on how to scale his business and overcome challenges. They discuss the importance of hiring a marketing agency to handle marketing efforts, the need to create systems and standards for the business, the significance of building a strong team, and the importance of time management and prioritization. Tanner emphasizes the need for Matt to focus on his core services, set clear pricing, and say no to projects outside of his expertise. He also encourages Matt to invest in his hiring process and develop a hiring funnel to attract and retain talented employees.

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