Painter Growth Podcast

Painter Growth Podcast

By Mike Gore-HickmanBusinessEntrepreneurship
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Painter Growth Podcast episodes

  • From The Vault: Ep 23. Marketing Strategies To Make Your Business Thrive in the Winter with Lucas Jensen

    Ready to really grow? Schedule a meeting now with my team: ⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com/schedule?el=impactpodcast⁠⁠


    In this episode, we revisit my conversation with Lucas Jensen, the founder of FWD Media Marketing, to dive into the strategies painters can use to crush the slow season and thrive during those challenging winter months.


    Lucas brings some incredible insights on how to navigate today’s economic climate, optimize Facebook and Google ad campaigns, and really master lead nurturing.


    We talk about doubling down on marketing efforts, using video content to stand out, and building trust with your audience to keep your painting business growing—even when things usually slow down.


    This conversation is packed with actionable tips you won’t want to miss if you want to avoid a slowdown and set your business up for success.


    Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for your painting company: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.paintergrowth.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Learn how to grow your painting company NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com?el=podcast⁠⁠⁠ ⁠


    Free training series on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@paintergrowthblueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Painter Growth Secrets Facebook group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/paintergrowth⁠

    47 min
  • Brush Busters 14: Digital Marketing Strategies, Surviving Employee Mistakes and Letting Go Of Perfection

    Ready to really grow? Schedule a meeting now with my team: ⁠⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com/schedule?el=impactpodcast⁠⁠


    In this episode of Brush Busters, Jesse and Chris break down key strategies to help you scale your painting business effectively. They cover how to avoid the trap of micromanaging by training your crew to complete tasks with precision and share tips on transitioning smoothly from owner-operator to manager by delegating tasks you dislike.


    You'll also hear about their three-pronged marketing approach, combining grassroots tactics, local digital presence, and special events—without relying heavily on expensive online ads..


    Packed with practical advice, this episode is a must-listen for painting business owners aiming for sustainable growth.


    Submit your painting struggle for a solution ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Don't miss our content on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@paintergrowthblueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Join our Painter Growth Secrets Facebook group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/paintergrowth⁠

    37 min
  • Mike's Solo - Big Fish in a Small Pond: The Key to Successful Territory-Based Marketing

    Ready to really grow? Schedule a meeting now with my team: ⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com/schedule?el=impactpodcast⁠⁠


    In this solo episode, I’m diving into a key strategy for boosting your painting business’s revenue and profit margins: focusing your marketing on the right neighborhoods.


    I’ll walk you through how to use past job data, test neighborhoods with online tools, and implement a hyper-focused approach—think lawn signs, door hangers, Facebook ads, and even door-to-door outreach.


    Zoom in on a defined territory so you can become the "big fish in a small pond" and build a strong local presence.



    Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for your painting company: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.paintergrowth.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Learn how to grow your painting company NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com?el=podcast⁠⁠⁠ ⁠


    Free training series on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@paintergrowthblueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠

    13 min
  • Painter Growth Story: From $10K to $67K in Just 3 Months with Jeremie Rochon

    Ready to really grow? Schedule a meeting now with my team: ⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com/schedule?el=impactpodcast⁠⁠


    In this episode, we feature Jeremie Rochon, a 21-year-old painter from Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada, who shares his inspiring journey of rapid growth in the painting business. 💼🏡


    Starting with no sales and struggling with underbidding, Jeremie's best month was $10,800 with minimal profit. That all changed after joining Painter Growth. In just his first month with the program, Jeremie’s revenue tripled to $32,000, and by his third month, he closed at $67,900—all with substantial profit margins. 💸


    Jeremie opens up about the power of investing in oneself, the importance of guidance, and how Painter Growth helped him take his business from uncertainty to success. If you've ever considered making the leap for your business, this episode will give you the push you need! 🚀🎯


    Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for your painting company: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.paintergrowth.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Learn how to grow your painting company NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com?el=podcast⁠⁠⁠ ⁠


    Free training series on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@paintergrowthblueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Painter Growth Secrets Facebook group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/paintergrowth⁠

    22 min
  • Brush Busters 13: Hiring Hacks, Maximizing Profit Margins, and Cash Flow Strategies.

    Ready to really grow? Schedule a meeting now with my team: ⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com/schedule?el=impactpodcast⁠⁠


    In this episode of Brush Busters, Jesse and Rich dig into key challenges for painting business owners aiming to scale up. They start by breaking down hiring strategies—moving beyond just filling positions to building a reliable, skilled team. From structured interviews to setting realistic expectations and filtering candidates efficiently, they lay out what it takes to attract and retain top talent.


    They also tackle pricing and profitability, explaining why a 45% gross margin is crucial and sharing tips on tracking job costs and staying confident in your pricing.


    Next, they address high employee turnover, highlighting the importance of understanding team motivations and maintaining open communication. Consistent feedback and realistic expectations are the keys to keeping good employees around.


    Last but not least, cash flow management, practical tips on tracking finances, managing accounts, and ensuring stability as your business grows. This episode is packed with insights to help your painting business thrive.


    Submit your painting struggle for a solution ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Don't miss our content on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@paintergrowthblueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Join our Painter Growth Secrets Facebook group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/paintergrowth⁠

    30 min
  • Crossover Episode: Boosting Your Gross Profit & Lowering Costs Ft Daniel Honan (Profitable Painter Podcast)

    In this crossover episode with the Profitable Painter Podcast featuring Daniel Honan, We dive into one of the most crucial metrics for painting contractors: Lifetime Gross Profit (LTGP) to Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC).


    We break down what these numbers mean, how to effectively track them, and—most importantly—how to improve them. You'll hear actionable strategies for boosting gross profit by refining your pricing, making job management more efficient, and improving team productivity.


    FREE Mini Course - 7-Figure Sales Systems: https://go.paintergrowth.com/sales-system/


    Ready to really grow? Schedule a meeting now with my team: ⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com/schedule?el=impactpodcast⁠⁠


    Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for your painting company: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.paintergrowth.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Learn how to grow your painting company NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com?el=podcast⁠⁠⁠ ⁠


    Free training series on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@paintergrowthblueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Painter Growth Secrets Facebook group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/paintergrowth⁠


    41 min
  • Painter Growth Story: Matt Damasceno - Growing from $20k to $114k Monthly

    In this Painter Growth Story, Matt Damasceno, co-owner of G&M Home Solutions, shares his incredible journey of resilience and growth.


    From struggling as a small father-son painting business post-COVID to transforming their revenue from under $20k per month to closing $114k in a single month, Matt dives deep into what helped him turn things around.


    Tune in to hear Matt's inspiring story of grit, community, and business transformation.

    FREE Mini Course - 7-Figure Time Management Skills for Painting Contractors - get it NOW for free: ⁠⁠paintergrowth.com/impact⁠⁠


    Ready to really grow? Schedule a meeting now with my team: ⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com/schedule?el=impactpodcast⁠⁠


    Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for your painting company: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.paintergrowth.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Learn how to grow your painting company NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com?el=podcast⁠⁠⁠ ⁠


    Free training series on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@paintergrowthblueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Painter Growth Secrets Facebook group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/paintergrowth⁠

    29 min
  • Brush Busters 12: Building Smart Partnerships & Streamlining Cash Flow

    In this episode, Rich Watson and I talk about our own experiences with successful business exits and building partnerships, specifically how to start small when working with real estate agents, understanding their needs, and keeping communication clear.


    We also share our best tips for managing cash flow, like collecting a 25% deposit upfront and setting up milestone payments for bigger projects. Plus, we talk about the importance of managing job sites and hiring the right subcontractors by setting clear expectations and standards from day one.


    Join us for some real-world advice to streamline your business and level up!

    Submit your painting struggle for a solution ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠



    FREE Mini Course - 7-Figure Time Management Skills for Painting Contractors - get it NOW for free: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paintergrowth.com/impact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Ready to really grow? Schedule a meeting now with my team: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com/schedule?el=impactpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for your painting company: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.paintergrowth.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Painter Growth Secrets Facebook group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/paintergrowth⁠⁠

    34 min
  • Mike's Solo - Money Management (Made Easy)

    In this episode, I’m getting real about one of the biggest challenges for contractors—managing your money the right way.


    If you’ve been mixing personal and business finances or just feeling overwhelmed with where your money is going, this one’s for you.


    I’ll share simple steps to set up your business accounts, why you need a bookkeeper (trust me, it’s a game changer), and how to start tracking your job costs so you actually know where you’re making money.

    FREE Mini Course - 7-Figure Time Management Skills for Painting Contractors - get it NOW for free: ⁠⁠paintergrowth.com/impact⁠⁠


    Ready to really grow? Schedule a meeting now with my team: ⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com/schedule?el=impactpodcast⁠⁠


    Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for your painting company: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.paintergrowth.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Learn how to grow your painting company NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com?el=podcast⁠⁠⁠ ⁠


    Free training series on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@paintergrowthblueprint⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Painter Growth Secrets Facebook group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/paintergrowth⁠

    23 min
  • Painter Growth Story: Joshua Smith - From Zero Leads to $300K in 90 Days

    In this episode, we hear from Josh Smith, a painting business owner from Florida, who went from struggling to secure leads and make sales to building a seven-figure painting business.


    After joining Painter Growth in January, Josh doubled his sales in just 90 days and now leads a team of 18 full-time employees.


    Listen in as Josh shares the strategies that transformed his business and his ambitious goal of hitting $10 million in sales over the next three years. This is a powerful story about investing in yourself and unlocking massive growth!

    FREE Mini Course - 7-Figure Time Management Skills for Painting Contractors - get it NOW for free: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠paintergrowth.com/impact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Ready to really grow? Schedule a meeting now with my team: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠go.paintergrowth.com/schedule?el=impactpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for your painting company: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.paintergrowth.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Painter Growth Secrets Facebook group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/paintergrowth⁠⁠

    17 min

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