In this special Christmas message, I want to take a moment to thank you for being part of the Painter Growth Podcast community. 🎙🎄

This message isn't just about celebrating the holidays, it's about recognizing the journey we're all on and how we can continue to level up—together.

I also share an exciting update about the Skool Games competition! We're in a race to win, and I need your help. We'll be hosting a special webinar on December 27th to talk about how we can take this opportunity and put painters on the map.

If you’ve ever wanted to work with me or take your painting business to the next level, this is the moment. Tune in to find out how you can help, and let’s make history together!

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🎙Imagine doubling your close rates and cutting your estimating time in half.

That’s exactly what LiveSwitch is delivering for painting business owners.

In this episode, I chat with James Hatfield, a partner at LiveSwitch, about their innovative video-enabled text messaging tool designed for the home services industry.

James shares how this tool can:

Boosts close rates from 33% to 60% with virtual estimates
✅ Saves time and resources by replacing in-person visits with efficient video calls
✅ Offers seamless integrations with lead capture systems, cloud storage, and automation tools

Plus, Painter Growth listeners get an exclusive discount when booking a demo with James!

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Hey, it’s Mike Gore-Hickman here, and I’ve got something big to share with you on today’s Painter Growth Podcast!

This isn’t your usual episode—no interviews or business tips this time. Instead, I’m announcing something really exciting:

On Thursday, December 19, from 9 am to 12 pm Central Time, I’m hosting a 3-hour live business-building stream with our Head Coach, Jesse!

This session is all about helping you crush it in 2025. We’ll be working together, step-by-step, to map out your business plan for the new year. You’ll get templates, spreadsheets, and real-time coaching—everything you need to level up.

Here’s the catch: It’s LIVE only—no recordings. So, if you want personalized support, you’ve gotta show up.

If you’ve ever wanted direct guidance from me and Jesse, this is your chance. Let’s make 2025 your best year yet!

👉 Register here to secure your spot: https://go.paintergrowth.com/live

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I’m super excited to share today's episode of the Painter Growth Podcast featuring Chris Berry, The Idaho Painter!

Chris’s journey is truly inspiring, from his law enforcement career to founding his painting company and becoming a content creator who’s made a huge impact on the painting industry.

In this episode, we talk about:

✅ The challenges Chris faced starting a painting business without formal training.

✅ How trial and error helped him grow and improve over time.

✅ The power of YouTube and Facebook in growing his brand and reaching more people.

✅ The importance of mentorship and giving back to the industry.

✅ His online courses that provide painters with the skills they need to succeed.

Chris's story is all about perseverance, learning from mistakes, and giving back to help others succeed.

I know you’ll walk away feeling inspired and ready to level up your own business! Don’t miss this one!

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It’s been a wild month, and I’m taking you behind the scenes of everything Jesse and I have been up to here at Painter Growth .

💪 From chasing growth to navigating challenges, we’re sharing the real, unfiltered stories from the frontlines.

🔑 Here’s What We’re Talking About:

✅ What this last month has taught me about perseverance and focus
✅ The challenges we’ve faced and how we pushed through
✅ Why staying motivated in this industry takes more than just hard work

If you’re out there grinding, growing, and trying to take your business to the next level, this episode is for you. 🚀

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Today I’m bringing back one of my favorite conversations from The Painter Growth Podcast.

I sat down with Tom Reber—coach, entrepreneur, and founder of The Contractor Fight—to talk about the battles we all face as business owners.

In this episode, Tom and I dive into:
🎯 How to overcome the feelings of victimhood that hold you back
🎯 The importance of taking ownership and accountability for your success
🎯 Practical strategies to build resilience and stay focused on growth

As the year wraps up, it’s the perfect time to reflect and prepare for what’s ahead. Tom’s wisdom and no-nonsense approach are exactly what you need to kick off the new year with purpose and clarity.

👉 ⁠Get more actionable tips on our YouTube Channel

🎙️ What if you could boost your team’s performance without increasing labor costs? In this episode, Michael Thornberry Co-Founder and COO of Protiv and I dive into the power of incentive management to drive productivity and quality in your painting business.

We’ll cover how to use incentives to motivate your team while keeping your budget in check, and how Protiv’s unique system helps you link project budgets to variable incentives — resulting in better performance without increasing labor costs.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

✅ How to raise your team’s wages by over $7/hour without increasing labor costs

✅ Why building a performance-based culture is key to long-term success

✅ How Protiv’s system integrates with your existing tools to maximize results

✅ Why transparency and communication with your team lead to better company culture and performance

If you’re looking to take your team’s productivity and culture to the next level, this episode is packed with insights you can implement right away.

👉 Schedule a call with our team

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🎙 Ready to grow your painting business without burning out? In this episode, Jesse and Rich share their top strategies for taking your business to the next level. From generating leads to hiring the right team, they break it down in a way that’s easy to apply.

They’ll walk you through how to follow up with past clients, go after high-end properties, and leverage your networks for more opportunities.

Plus, they dive into overcoming mindset blocks and using personal growth to push your business forward.

Here’s what you’ll take away:
✅ How to find leads through past estimates, clients, and high-value properties
✅ The power of networking and always recruiting
✅ Tips for building a solid team with the right hiring process
✅ How to turn business challenges into opportunities for personal growth

This episode is packed with actionable advice that you can start using today to break through barriers and grow your business.
 

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🎙 What if you could work fewer hours but grow your business even faster?

In this episode, I share how to take control of your time and focus on the tasks that truly drive success.

We’ll talk about the difference between $50/hour work, like painting, and $500/hour activities, like sales and marketing, and why stepping away from production can be the game-changer your business needs.

Here’s what I’ll cover:
 How to prioritize high-value activities that maximize your profits
✅ Why taking just one day off the tools can add $6,000+ to your monthly revenue
✅ The power of Google Calendar and block scheduling to stay focused
✅ The habits and mindset shifts to think like a seven-figure business owner

This episode is all about working smarter, not harder, so you can build a business that grows beyond the day-to-day grind. If you’re ready to level up, I’ve got actionable tips to help you get there.

 Let’s take the next step together:
🔗 Schedule a call with our team: go.paintergrowth.com/schedule
🔗 Free Training on YouTube: youtube.com/paintergrowthblueprin

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🎙 Ready to revolutionize your painting business? This exclusive webinar, hosted in collaboration with Apollo Sprayers, delivers the strategies and tools you need to grow, streamline, and boost profitability.

In this session, I unpack proven methods that help painting contractors scale efficiently and stand out from the competition.

From job costing to offline advertising, this is your guide to taking control of your business outcomes.

Here’s what you’ll learn:
✔ The power of job costing to track labor and material expenses for maximum profit
 ✔ Why offline ads like door hangers and lawn signs outperform online lead services
✔ The game-changing “Job Site Blitz” strategy to generate multiple leads from a single project
✔ How the Apollo HVLP sprayer can save time and reduce material costs
Whether you're building your foundation or looking to scale, this webinar offers actionable insights to drive results. Plus, discover how to access additional resources, including one-on-one coaching and an exclusive community to support your growth journey.

 Ready to dive deeper?
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