In this "From the Vault" episode, Brad Ellison, owner of Ellison Painting, shares his journey of hiring and training salespeople while maintaining a strong company culture.

He discusses how bringing on a second salesperson doubled his estimates but also increased management responsibilities, the importance of systematizing pricing and estimating, and the tools he uses to create consistency.

Brad also dives into work-life balance, explaining how weekly family meetings help him stay connected at home while growing his business.

If you're looking to scale your painting company without sacrificing culture or personal time, this episode is packed with valuable insights!

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How do you take a painting business from a solo operation to $7M+ in revenue? Russell Peach, founder of Peach Painting, Peach Roofing, and co-founder of Mighty Stack, reveals the game-changing strategies that helped him scale.

🔥 The mindset shifts that transformed his business
📢 Marketing tactics that actually work (Facebook, Google, and more)
💰 Why he invested $150K+ in coaching—and how it paid off
⚡ How Mighty Stack is revolutionizing business operations

Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!

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Alistair Tough had been running his painting business for 10 years, but despite his experience, he struggled to grow past $15k-$20k months. Everything changed when he discovered Painter Growth.

In just 6 weeks, he completely transformed his approach—landing more jobs, increasing revenue, and setting his sights on $750k and beyond!

In this episode, Alistair shares:
✅ The biggest mistakes that kept him stuck for years
✅ The simple strategies that doubled his revenue overnight
✅ How investing in coaching changed everything for him
✅ His ambitious plan to scale to $1M+ per year

Learn how small shifts can lead to massive business breakthroughs! 🎧

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I just got back from an incredible trip to San Diego and Las Vegas, where me and Jesse participated at the annual Painter1 Annual Conference and also had the amazing chance to meet Alex Hormozi! 🏆

In this solo episode, I’m sharing the biggest takeaways from that experience and how it’s inspired me to rethink business growth and client success.

I’ll dive into why customer satisfaction is the most important metric for scaling your business and how we’re planning to professionalize PainterGrowth this year.

Here’s what I cover:

✅ The lessons I learned from meeting Alex Hormozi.

✅ Why client retention is key to growing a business.

✅ My plans to simplify operations and improve accountability.

Whether you’re just starting out or scaling to the next level, there’s something in here for everyone. Let’s grow together!

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In this episode, Jesse and I dive deep into our upcoming business planning session, where we’ll be mapping out our next 90 days and setting the stage for the years ahead.

Here’s what we cover:

✅ The shift from goal setting to intention setting (and how it changes everything)
✅ Aligning personal and business missions using Maslow’s hierarchy of needs
✅ The emotional impact of painting services and why it matters for your clients

We also talk about the importance of actionable goals, meaningful feedback, and how to create a business that’s not just successful but truly fulfilling.

📩 Don’t miss this inspiring conversation—it’s packed with strategies you can start using today.

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In this solo episode, I share the exact strategies and mindset shifts that can help you double your business year after year.

Here’s what you’ll get:

✅ Ditch Passive Lead Sources – Why relying on referrals and word-of-mouth is holding you back.
✅ Extreme Ownership – Take full responsibility for your business and stop externalizing failures.
✅ Act with Urgency – Why success requires relentless focus and immediate action.
✅ Shift to CEO Mode – Transition from six-figure hustler to seven-figure leader with systems and data-driven decisions.

If you’re ready to stop waiting for leads to come to you and start scaling with purpose, this episode is a must-listen.

🎧 Don’t miss it!

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Today on the Painter Growth Podcast, I’m joined by Kean Hayes, founder of KO Painting, who shares his incredible journey from overworked painter to thriving business owner.

💡 In this episode, Kean shares:

✅ The challenges he faced building a painting business in a small, isolated community.

✅ How he overcame burnout and financial uncertainty to take control of his business.

✅ The simple yet powerful strategies he used to increase advertising, hire his first employees, and build momentum.

✅ His advice to anyone on the fence about investing in their business: "Trust the process and let go of mental blockades."

The Results: Scaling his revenue to $30,000-$35,000 per month, building a team, and—most importantly—creating a business that operates even while he enjoys a two-week vacation in Mexico!

Kean’s journey is proof that with the right tools and mindset, you can transform your business—and your life.

🎧 Don’t miss this inspiring episode! Tune in now!

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In this episode I'm joined by Jesse Teron, our head coach here at Painter Growth and we dive into some real-world solutions to help your painting business thrive—even during slow seasons. ❄

Here’s what we cover:

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Let’s level up your business together. Listen now! 🎧

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🎯 Looking to hire A-Players for your team?

In this episode, I’m breaking down the 8 Key Attributes you should be assessing when interviewing potential hires to make sure you’re bringing on the right people.

Here’s what you need to focus on:

✅ Painting skill – Evaluate their technical abilities

✅ Instrumental – How well do they handle pressure?

✅ Attainment – Are they goal-driven and motivated?

✅ Leadership – Do they have potential to lead teams?

✅ Precision – Are they organized and detail-oriented?

✅ Tenacity – Can they work hard and push through challenges?

✅ Introspection – Do they know their strengths and weaknesses?

✅ Values – Do their morals align with your company?

I’ll walk you through how to set up your interview process to assess these attributes effectively, so you can avoid bad hires and build a top-notch team.

This episode is sponsored by @DripJobs—the CRM built specifically for painting contractors.

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In this episode, I share the strategies I used to build a business that aligns with both my passions and profit goals.

I talk about the “profit-first” approach, how to identify business constraints, and the metrics you need to track to hit your revenue goals.

You’ll learn how to prioritize tasks effectively, set clear business goals, and implement a diverse lead generation strategy to help your business grow. Plus, I’ll introduce you to tools and resources that you can use to start making more money today.

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