Navigating Challenges and Opportunities in Church Painting with Rick Williams
In today’s episode, Williams Professional Painting president Rick Williams shares the story of how he got started in the niche of painting churches, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and inspirations that shape this specialized field.
From the importance of team expertise to the value of good referrals, Rick provides insights into the unique aspects of transforming sacred spaces with a painter's touch.
And that's not all – Rick breaks down how having someone laser-focused on business development can swing open doors to new opportunities, build killer partnerships, and pump up the overall growth and success of a painting business.
Buckle up for an eye-opening chat with Rick Williams as we unwrap the business strategies that go into this niche and explore the value of identifying and capitalizing niches in the commercial painting game.
Building Lasting Community Connections with Siegner and Company
In today’s episode Siegner and Company Commercial Painting's President, Ian Siegner, and Superintendent, David Wiersum, share their profound insights on cultivating enduring and meaningful connections with the local community.
Ian also unpacks his experience building relationships in the painting industry, which resulted in a long term relationship with the Painter Unions in the Portland area and Acoustic Panels designer FabriTRAK®.
Tune in now to gain exclusive access to the wisdom that has shaped Siegner and Company Commercial Painting's success in building not just a thriving business, but a community that thrives on collaboration and shared prosperity.
Building a Blueprint for LinkedIn Success with Paint Blue Founder Matt Callero
In today’s episode, Paint Blue founder Matt Callero dive into the game-changing strategies that have proven effective in harnessing the power of the professional networking platform LinkedIn. Matt shares insights and experiences that can serve as a blueprint to leverage LinkedIn for business growth including the importance of strategic engagement, how to build meaningful connections, and Profile optimization. Matt also shed light on the mindset shift users experience when moving from casual social media platforms like Instagram to LinkedIn.
Crafting a Successful Business Structure and Company Culture with Liz Perez-Lavin
In today’s episode Elizabeth (Liz) Perez-Lavin, the president and co-owner of Service Contracting Solutions (SCS), unravels the importance of crafting a business structure and fostering a company culture that nurtures employee growth, fosters a sense of belonging, and instills professional pride.
Liz shares insights into the strategic shift in SCS's core values towards a more growth-oriented approach, leading the team to attain a commendable yearly revenue exceeding $24 million. Her experience underscores the crucial role of adaptability in keeping pace with the dynamic changes in the commercial paint industry.
Strategies for Building Lasting Customer Relationships
In today’s episode, the crew at Higgins Coatings takes us on a journey into the heart of Higgins' customer-centric philosophy that defined the Aussie company's 73-year history. They share how the entire Higgins crew is passionately dedicated to forging enduring relationships with clients, ensuring that both painters and customers reap the benefits.
But that's not all – The Higgins crew shared some invaluable lessons learned during their enlightening 22-day world tour, including innovative insights into the hiring and training processes and the establishment of a groundbreaking academy aimed at empowering the next generation of Aussie painters.
Lastly, the crew share their insight into sharing and actively collaborate with competitors.
Our heartfelt thanks to the fantastic team at Higgins Coatings and a special shoutout to the four members who joined us today:
Cameron Steindl, General Manager
Harry Higgins, National Project Manager
Dave Stephens, Melbourne Repaint Manager
Glenn Minett, Human Resources Expert
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A Conversation with CPIA Cofounder Steve Hester
In this episode, CPIA Cofounder Steve Hester shares how he grew Hester Painting and Decorating from a $3 million residential company to a $15 million commercial behemoth. Steve explains how to deal with growth pains transitioning from a residential to a commercial painter, including cash flow and marketing problems. Steve also delves into the importance of being open to new ideas, even if they come from the most unlikely places.
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Thriving as a Woman in the Commercial Painting Industry
In this episode, we talk to Gretchen Arbini about her company serving Reno and California. Gretchen discusses her unique experience as a woman leading in the commercial painting industry.
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Leading Your Business and Managing Stress
In this episode, we talk about the importance of managing stress and consider your health as your grow your business. This is an important conversation for every entrepreneur and business leader.
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Debriefing the 2023 CPIA Leadership Conference at Wrigley Field
David and Aaron debrief the recent 2023 CPIA Leadership Conference, sharing their key takeaways from the time at Wrigley Field. They share insights gleaned from discussions, workshops, and presentations at the conference, offering a glimpse into the current state of the commercial painting industry and the trends shaping its future.
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The Commercial Painting Podcast is Live!
In the first episode of "The Commercial Painting Podcast," hosts Aaron Moore and David Chism discuss their vision for this new show. This episode sets the tone for an engaging series that promises to blend professional wisdom with fun conversations, making it a must-listen for both seasoned business owners and those looking to strengthen their newer businesses. Join Aaron and David as they discuss the state of the commercial painting industry and where they see things headed on this first episode of "The Commercial Painting Podcast."
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