🔥 In this episode, I break down the 5 Stages of Growth every painting contractor goes through — and how to level up from where you are right now.

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what your next move should be, this one’s for you.

Today I cover:

✅ The 5 revenue-based stages of growth

✅ What your main focus should be at each level
✅ When to get off the tools and start hiring
✅ How to become a leader of leaders (not just a manager)
✅ What it takes to build a self-running, scalable business

🎧 Hit play now and let’s map out your next move

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From rock bottom to $3.6M—and aiming for $5M this year. 🎯

In this raw and powerful episode, Ryan Ezell of PaintPro LLC shares how he went from addiction recovery and $300 in his pocket to building one of the fastest-growing painting companies in Tennessee.

He breaks down the mindset, sales strategies, and divine interventions that helped him succeed—and how you can apply them to grow your own painting business.

📈 Perfect for anyone chasing real growth, leadership clarity, and motivation.

🎧 Tune in to hear:

• Why door-to-door sales still matter

• Building a winning team and leadership culture

• Lessons from hitting $300K/month

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We just got back from our biggest mastermind event yet — more painters, more sponsors, more breakthroughs!

In this episode, we’re recapping all the wins, surprises, and behind-the-scenes moments that made it a game-changer .

PLUS — We dive into two real letters from listeners:🧠 How to raise your prices without scaring clients away
💼 How to pay your production manager so they’re motivated AND profitable

If you're looking to scale your painting business and make smarter, more confident decisions, this one’s packed with value

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In this solo episode, I unpack some of the most powerful insights from our recent Painter Growth Mastermind —including the biggest mindset shift I’ve had in business: detaching who I am from what I do.

Today I talk about:

✅ Why your business needs to be a machine—not an extension of you

✅ The 5 levels of leadership that every contractor goes through

✅ 3 shifts that help you step into true ownership: financial separation, better decision-making, and ruthless delegation

✅ And why most business problems are actually identity problems in disguise

If you're stuck working in your business, this one will hit home. 🎯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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In this episode, Nate Streeter, Marketing Director of Aleph Holdings reveals how he helped scale Paris Painting and now leads marketing across 18 brands doing over $65M/year💰

🎙️ Inside this episode:

If you're serious about growing your business, this one's a masterclass in modern marketing for painters.

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In this From The Vault episode of the Painter Growth Podcast, I break down a simple but powerful sales process that helps you handle any objection with confidence—from “I need to talk to my spouse” to “I’m getting three quotes.”

💡 Today You’ll learn:

• The exact trial close questions I ask before even showing up on-site

• What to say when a client says, “You’re too expensive”

• How to become the obvious choice in a competitive market

  
  

If you’ve ever struggled with sales objections, building value, or getting homeowners to say yes on the spot, this episode is a must-listen.

🎯 This episode was Sponsored by Hirebus — Want to stop wasting time on bad hires? Click HERE to book a free strategy session with one of Hirebus top recruiters!

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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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