Painter Growth Podcast

Painter Growth Podcast

By Mike Gore-HickmanBusinessEntrepreneurship
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Painter Growth Podcast episodes

  • Mike's Solo - Stop Waiting For Leads: Why Urgency Is Key to Success

    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!

    Submit your painting struggle for a solution ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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

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    Free Training on YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@paintergrowth

    18 min
  • Painter Growth Story: Kean Hayes - From Burnout to Breakthrough The Journey to $35K Months

    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!


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

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    Free Training on YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@paintergrowth

    18 min
  • Brush Busters 20: Navigating Slow Seasons, Cold Marketing Hacks, and Crew Management

    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:

    👉 Marketing During Slow Seasons: Pre-book interior work when the weather’s perfect for exteriors, and ramp up job site marketing to secure future gigs.
    👉 Lead Generation: Why hiring a Field Marketing Manager could be the key to unlocking consistent leads through door-to-door and strategic partnerships.
    👉 Managing Crew Conflicts: Effective ways to handle disputes with your team through one-on-one check-ins and group interventions to keep morale high and productivity on track.

    👀 And hey! Thanks to our sponsor DripJobs, you can get 60 days free by heading to dripjobs.com and using our code GROWTH60. Don't miss this opportunity


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


    🔗Submit your painting struggle for a solution ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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

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    🔗Free Training on YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@paintergrowth

    27 min
  • Mike’s Solo - Build Your Dream Team: 8 Key Attributes Every Candidate Needs

    🎯 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.

    Go to Dripjobs.com and use our coupon GROWTH60 to get 60 Days FREE!


    Submit your painting struggle for a solution ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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

    Join Our Skool Community: ⁠⁠skool.com/paintergrowth⁠

    Free Training on YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@paintergrowth

    18 min
  • Liftoff 2025: Build To Sell, How To Build A Company That's Worth Millions (While Doing What You Love)

    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.

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

    Join Our Skool Community: ⁠⁠skool.com/paintergrowth⁠

    Free Training on YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@paintergrowth

    43 min
  • Brush Busters 19: Building Teams, Finding Jobs, and Growing a New Business

    🎙️ Brush Busters are back , and this time I’m joined by my long-time friend and new Brush Buster, Kit Lyons!


    Kit’s journey from student painting to running multiple seven-figure businesses is packed with lessons on team building, systems, and growth. 🚀


    Here’s what we dive into today:
    ✅ Balancing a painting business with a full-time firefighting career
    ✅ Transitioning from solo work to leading a team with autonomy
    ✅ Low-cost marketing strategies to keep the jobs rolling in
    ✅ The secrets behind Kit’s coaching philosophy that helps business owners break barriers and achieve more


    Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, this episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to take their business to new heights. 🙌


    Submit your painting struggle for a solution ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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

    Join Our Skool Community: ⁠⁠skool.com/paintergrowth⁠

    Free Training on YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@paintergrowth

    33 min
  • Mike's Solo - From One Job to Many: How to Maximize Leads Using Job Site Marketing

    In this episode, I’m breaking down the Jobsite Marketing system—a proven strategy to generate 10-20 estimates per job and build stronger local visibility.


    Here's how you can leverage job site marketing:

    ✅ Brand your vehicle for maximum visibility
    ✅ Place lawn signs to capture attention
    ✅ Distribute door hangers to 100 homes nearby
    ✅ Door-knock twice in the neighborhood to secure more estimates
    ✅ Incentivize your painters to get results!


    This is active marketing at its finest—way more effective than digital ads alone. Tune in to learn how to make the most of your job sites and grow your business! 🔥

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

    Join Our Skool Community: ⁠⁠skool.com/paintergrowth⁠

    Free Training on YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@paintergrowth

    11 min
  • Mike's Solo - The 2 Hardest Challenges In Any Painting Business (Be Prepared)

    🎙️ A little under the weather today, but I didn’t want to leave you hanging! 💪


    I’m sharing this solo episode where I dive into two of the biggest challenges in scaling a painting business:

    ✅ Transitioning from hands-on work to management
    ✅ Expanding from one crew to multiple crews


    Here’s the deal: It’s all about delegating and setting systems so you can focus on growing your business, not just working in it. 💼


    I also break down:

    ✅ The financial benefits of bringing in more painters
    ✅ How to manage multiple crews effectively
    ✅ The importance of job scheduling and job costing
    ✅ My upcoming event, Lift Off 2025, where I'll be speaking on building a company worth millions 🚀


    Check out the full episode for more tips, and if you’re interested, don’t forget to join me at Lift Off 2025.

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

    Join Our Skool Community: ⁠⁠skool.com/paintergrowth⁠

    Free Training on YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@paintergrowth

    11 min
  • From The Vault: Ep 41. Growing Your Business and Your Leadership Skills Ft Brad Copes

    Check out one of my favorite episodes from last year with Brad Copes, founder of Bedrock Advising and my first business coach!


    Brad shares some serious insights on leadership, growth, and the mindset you need to scale your business. He talks about:


    💡 The importance of grit and adapting to new challenges

    🔄 Why systems and structures are key to growth
    💬 The difference between training, coaching, and managing
    🤔 How curiosity and personal development shape great leaders


    If you’re looking to level up your business and leadership game this year, this episode is a must-listen! 🎧

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

    Join Our Skool Community: ⁠⁠skool.com/paintergrowth⁠

    Free Training on YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@paintergrowth

    56 min
  • Ep 98. Filip Tenžera - Transform Your Business with AI-Powered Color Visualization

    Hey guys! I’ve got something cool to share with you today that can seriously level up how you serve your clients.


    I recently had the chance to chat with Filip Tenzera, founder of See for Yourself and the innovative app Fable, and trust me – this tool is a game changer for our industry.


    Here’s why:

    🔍 Better Color Visualization – No more guessing how a paint color will look on a wall. With Fable, you can use augmented reality to show clients exactly how their chosen color will appear in real time. It's like a virtual showroom in the palm of your hand.

    💡 Win More Jobs – The app’s ability to visualize both interior and exterior spaces helps your clients see the potential of their projects right in front of them. This tool can make all the difference when trying to close a deal.

    💼 Streamline Your Process – You can skip the back-and-forth over paint swatches and color chips. The app allows you to give accurate color suggestions and show clients exactly how it’ll look, making their decision process faster and easier.

    Don’t miss this one, painters! It's packed with insights on how innovation is making the paint process faster, more accurate, and more fun.


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

    Join Our Skool Community: ⁠⁠skool.com/paintergrowth⁠

    Free Training on YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@paintergrowth

    36 min

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