Painter Growth Podcast

Every painting business owner wants to grow—but are you actually investing in your business, or just spending money? 🤔

In this solo episode, I’m breaking down:
✅ The difference between smart reinvestment and wasted expenses
✅ Why gross profit (not revenue) is the real indicator of success 📈
✅ Where to put your money for the biggest ROI—marketing, hiring, or equipment?
✅ The financial safety net every business owner needs before scaling

If you want to increase profits, build a sustainable business, and stop guessing where to spend your money, this episode is a must-listen. 🎧

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In this episode, I sit down with Brad Ellison to talk about a game-changing strategy: hiring and leading leaders who can run your business like it's their own. 🚀

Brad shares how he brought in an A-player to take over key responsibilities—allowing him to step back and focus on big-picture growth.

In this episode:

🔹 How to find and trust the right leader
🔹 The Law of the Lid—your leadership limits your team's potential
🔹 The mindset shift that helped Brad scale Ellison Painting
🔹 When to invest in leadership (even if it feels early)

Want to work on your business instead of in it? Listen now!

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🚨 Your leads aren’t ignoring you… YOU’RE NOT FOLLOWING UP ENOUGH! 🚨

Too many painters leave money on the table by not following up properly. In this episode of Brush Busters, we’re breaking down the exact strategies to make sure your leads convert into paying jobs.

📞 Follow-Up Like a Pro – How often should you call? What should you say? Get the winning formula!
🏠 Door-to-Door Marketing That Works – Stop wasting time in the wrong neighborhoods and learn how to warm up your market the right way!

✅ The Power of Reviews – What to do when you get a 4-star review instead of 5.
💰 Commercial Jobs: Are You Ready? – Why most painters fail when transitioning to commercial work (and how to do it the right way).

If you’ve ever struggled with getting leads to actually respond, this episode is a must-listen!

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From long hours on the job site to building a thriving painting business—Caleb Bourne’s journey is nothing short of inspiring.

In this episode of Painter Growth Story, Caleb shares how he transformed his approach to business, estimating over $300K in work within just 50 days and booking $89K since joining Painter Growth.

He reveals the mindset shift that took him from simply painting to strategically scaling his business, the power of investing in yourself, and how he’s positioning his company to hit $500K+ in revenue this year—with sights set even higher.

If you’re a painting contractor looking to grow, systemize, and scale, this episode is packed with real-world insigths you don’t want to miss!

🔹 Learn how to build a strong business foundation
🔹 Why mindset is everything when scaling a painting business
🔹 The key investments that took Caleb’s business to the next level

🚀 Ready to take YOUR business to the next level? Tune in now!

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James Mitchell, owner of James Painting LLC, shares his game-changing journey with Painter Growth!

Just last year, he was struggling to bring in $189K total, but after implementing the Painter Growth marketing and sales systems, he’s already booked $138K year-to-date—and he’s not slowing down! 💰🔥

In this episode, we dive into:
✅ How James went from inconsistent work to steady, high-quality leads using proven painting business marketing strategies.
✅ The mindset shift that helped him overcome doubts about investing in business coaching for painters—and why it was the best decision he ever made.
✅ The power of following a system—how sticking to the Painter Growth blueprint transformed his revenue and helped him scale fast.

If you’re a painting contractor looking to grow your painting business, generate high-paying leads, and increase profitability, this episode is a must-listen!

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Running a business is hard. Running a business while raising kids? Even harder.

In this episode of Brush Busters, Coach Rich and I get real about the challenges of balancing parenthood and entrepreneurship—how kids change your motivation, force better time management, and reshape your priorities.

PLUS, we’re tackling your biggest contractor struggles:
⚡ A client refusing to pay a deposit? Here’s how to handle it like a pro.
⚡ Dealing with a difficult client? Spot the red flags before it's too late.
⚡ A family business stuck in the past? How to introduce modern tools (without upsetting Dad).

If you’ve ever felt pulled between work and family—or struggled with tough clients—this episode is a must-listen.

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💰 Are You Paying Your Painters the WRONG Way? 💰

If you're still using hourly pay, you're losing money and slowing down your team.

In this episode, I break down why piece rate pay is a game-changer for painting businesses. 🚀

✅ Why hourly pay KILLS motivation & efficiency
✅ How piece rate can double a painter’s income (without raising costs)
✅ The right way to pay employees vs. subcontractors
✅ Bonus structures that reward speed + quality

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🚀 Want More Painting Jobs? Your Online Reputation is the Key! 🎨🔑

Most painting contractors rely on word-of-mouth, but did you know 85% of customers trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations? 🤯 If you're not actively managing your reviews, you're leaving money on the table!

In this episode of the Painter Growth Podcast, I sit down with Tanner Smith from NiceJob, a platform that helps contractors automate reviews, and win more jobs without extra marketing spend. We break down:

✅ Why online reputation matters more than ever (and how it impacts your bottom line)
✅ How one painting company grew 400% just by optimizing their reviews
✅ Easy ways to automate review collection (so you get more 5-star ratings without chasing customers)
✅ How a high-converting website + great reviews = unstoppable business growth

If you’re tired of clients ghosting you or choosing competitors over price, this episode will show you how to stand out, build trust, and attract high-paying jobs effortlessly.

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If you’ve ever struggled with closing deals, chasing payments, or dealing with picky clients, this episode is packed with insights to help you take control of your painting business.

In this episode, coaches Gavin & Jesse break down real painting business challenges and provide actionable strategies to boost success. 🚀

Here’s what’s inside:

📩 Struggle with Sales – Despite a steady flow of leads, Frank is struggling to close deals. Gavin & Jesse break down how to audit his sales process, handle price objections, and position his pricing for premium clients—without offering discounts.

📩 Late-Paying Client – After completing a $2,300 job, Mary’s client is dodging payment. The coaches share how to set firm payment terms upfront, collect final payments efficiently, and avoid chasing money ever again.

📩 Martha’s Nightmare Client – Our listener Martha is dealing with a nitpicky homeowner who keeps moving the goalposts. Gavin & Jesse explain how to set boundaries, align expectations early, and confidently manage difficult clients to protect your sanity.

👀 Got a challenge in your painting business? Send us your questions, and we will feature them in an upcoming Brush Busters episode. Click HERE to get help from Painter Growth coaches.

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Want more jobs, better deals, and higher credibility—without spending a fortune on marketing? It’s all about strategic partnerships!

In this solo episode, I break down:
✅ How to get more work by partnering with realtors, property managers & interior designers
✅ The #1 mistake painters make when networking (and how to fix it)
✅ A real-life success story of a painter who landed a radio feature—just by painting a Radio DJ’s front door 🎙️

📲 Tune In Now!

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