Painter Growth Podcast

💰 Still collecting checks the old way? You’re losing time and money!

On this episode of the Painter Growth Podcast, I sit down with Jim Kolchin, CEO of iWallet, to talk about how contractors can get paid faster, avoid lost checks, and even collect tips—all from the job site.

🔥 Key takeaways:
✅ Why 50% of home service payments are still made by check (and how to streamline the process)
✅ The hidden costs of traditional payment methods and how iWallet saves money
✅ How iWallet integrates with your CRM for seamless transactions
✅ An exclusive $500 credit for Painter Growth listeners!

🚀 Ready to make payments easier? Tune in now!

🚀 Want a personalized plan for your business? Book a free strategy call with our team here: go.paintergrowth.com/schedule

It’s Friday, and you know what that means… another Brush Busters episode! 🎉

This week, Jesse and I tackle a BIG question from Miguel, a painter trying to grow his business with just $1,500 in the bank. He’s thinking about Facebook ads, but we’ve got a way better, low-cost strategy that delivers massive ROI—without wasting money on ads that might not work.

Here’s what we break down:
🔹 The Three-layer Lead Gen System to build a steady flow of jobs
🔹 A proven door-knocking script (so you don’t sound awkward)🔹 How to turn every “no” into $$$
🔹 Why taking action beats overthinking every time

In this episode you'll find real problems, real solutions, and real talk about what actually works to grow your painting business.

🔥 This episode is sponsored by Hirebus! If you’re ready to hire A-players and take your business to the next level, they’re offering a FREE strategy session with one of their top recruiters. Just click here to claim yours: ⁠http://hirebus.com/paintergrowth

💰 If you’re serious about leveling up your business, don’t do it alone! Join us at our Mastermind in Orlando (April 2-4) and learn directly from top industry leaders: mastermind.paintergrowth.com

💡 Not sure what strategy is right for your business? Book a free strategy call with our team and let’s map out a plan: go.paintergrowth.com/schedule

If your business can’t run without you, you’re still an operator—not an owner. The real goal? Building a business that thrives without you in the day-to-day.

In this solo episode, I break down exactly how to make that transition, including:

🔹 The mindset shift needed to stop working in your business and start working on it
🔹 How to delegate effectively so you’re not stuck handling every estimate, job, and problem
🔹 A 4-part compensation structure (salary, bonuses, equity, profit-sharing) to attract & retain A-players
🔹 Why hiring before you're "ready" is key to real business growth

If you want to go from trading time for money to owning a scalable, self-sustaining business, this episode is a must-listen. 🎧

🔥 This episode is sponsored by Hirebus! If you’re ready to hire A-players and take your business to the next level, they’re offering a FREE strategy session with one of their top recruiters. Just click here to claim yours: http://hirebus.com/paintergrowth

Schedule A Call With Our team: ⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com/schedule⁠ ⁠

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Want to scale your painting business without working 24/7?

In this episode, I chat with Brandon Vaughn about the power of systems, AI, and smart delegation to grow a business that thrives—without you doing everything yourself.

In this episode you'll learn:

🔹 Why documented processes are a game-changer
🔹 How AI tools like Loom & ChatGPT can streamline your operations
🔹 The 7-step delegation framework to free up your time
🔹 How to align incentives with business goals for real profitability

BONUS: Brandon is sharing his job description templates for painting roles! Grab them here: https://hirebus.com/oasisjobs/

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Feeling overwhelmed with admin work, sales calls, or social media? A Virtual Assistant (VA) could be the game-changer your painting business needs!

Here’s what I cover in today's episode:

✅ Cost-Effective Efficiency: Discover how a VA can handle everything from bookkeeping to sales calls at a fraction of the cost—often around $12K a year.

✅ Boost Your Productivity: Free up your time to focus on high-value tasks like strategic planning and marketing while your VA keeps the back-end running smoothly.

✅ Step-by-Step Delegation: I share my proven process (using tools like Loom) to delegate tasks effectively, plus tips from our FREE Virtual Assistant playbook that’s already helping our clients.

Ready to work smarter, not harder? Tune in now and learn how to leverage a virtual assistant to take your painting business to the next level!

This episode was sponsored by Dripjobs! Click ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠ or use our code GROWTH60 to get a 60 days trial FOR FREE!

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When Ben Pennington moved from Winnipeg to Ontario, he had to rebuild his painting business from scratch. Starting at just $20K/month, he struggled to gain traction—until he joined Painter Growth.

Fast forward to 2024, and his business is now generating $375K annually, with a goal of hitting $600K in 2025! 🚀

In this episode, Ben shares:
✅ How coaching and mentorship helped him scale FAST
✅ The incentive pay model that increased profitability and motivated his team
✅ How he delegated operations to manage his business remotely from Colombia
✅ The biggest lessons he learned about charging more, hiring smart, and stepping back

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your business, this episode is packed with insights on how to work smarter, not harder—and grow a painting company that doesn’t rely on you 24/7. 🎧

This episode was sponsored by Dripjobs!Click ⁠HERE⁠ or use our code GROWTH60 to get a 60 days trial FOR FREE!

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🔥 Want to scale your painting business without the headache of marketing and sales?

Meet John Jacob, CEO of Hoist, who’s changing the game for painters by handling lead generation, sales, and estimates—completely remotely!

🎯 Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ How Hoist helps painters land more jobs on a performance-only model (they only make money if YOU do!)
✅ Why remote estimates are the future—and how Hoist closes 30-38% of leads without stepping foot on-site
✅ The power of delegation and systems to grow your business beyond just YOU
✅ Hoist’s ambitious plan to scale to 100 painters this year and what that means for the industry

📢 Plus, John is giving away a free deck of painter-themed playing cards, stay till the end to learn how you can win! 🃏

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After a long week, kick back and join Gavin and Rich as they break down real challenges from painting contractors just like you. This episode is packed with practical strategies to keep your business moving forward—no matter the season.

🔥 Feeling unmotivated during slow months? Learn how to stay driven by setting short-term goals, reframing your mindset, and using downtime to build momentum for busier seasons.

💰 Are small jobs worth your time? We break down how to make them profitable, set minimum job sizes, and use them as strategic stepping stones for bigger opportunities.

📞 Frustrated with leads going cold? A listener writes in, struggling to get potential clients to respond. Gavin and Rich share actionable tactics to improve follow-ups, keep conversations alive, and increase your close rate.

🏗️ Big projects, big risks? If you’re quoting large jobs without in-person meetings, you could be setting yourself up for trouble. Discover why face-to-face meetings are key to aligning expectations and ensuring a smooth project from start to finish.

Whether you’re driving to a job site or winding down after a busy week, tune in and gain valuable insights to sharpen your business skills. Brush Busters are here to help you tackle challenges and GROW YOUR BUSINESS! 🎧

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AI isn’t just a cool tech trend—it’s a game-changer for painting businesses.

If you’re still spending hours on tasks that AI could handle in minutes, you’re missing out on massive opportunities to grow without working more.

In this episode, I dive into:

✅ How I use ChatGPT to streamline my business and save hours every week
✅ The biggest mindset shift you need to maximize AI’s potential
✅ Practical ways to use AI for marketing, sales, and content creation
✅ How AI can help with role-playing sales conversations and handling objections
✅ Why the key to getting great results from AI isn’t what you ask, but how you ask

I’ve been using AI to free up my time, get more done, and grow faster—now I’m sharing exactly how you can do the same.

🎧 Don’t get left behind—tune in now!

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In this episode, I sit down with Nick Ruggieri, owner of R&R Pressure Washing & Painting, to hear his wild journey from pressure washing to running a booming painting business.

In just six weeks with Painter Growth, he locked in $62,000 in painting jobs—and he's pushing for $100K by the end of February and $700K for 2025!

In this episode, we dive into:
🔥 How Nick made the leap from pressure washing to add painting
📈 The marketing move that helped him book 32 estimates in 30 days
💡 The mindset shift that took him from working in his business to running it like a true CEO

If you’ve ever thought about scaling your painting business but didn’t know where to start—this one’s for you. Hit play and let’s get into it! 🎧

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