Profitable Painter Podcast

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2189297/open_sms] In this value-packed episode, host Daniel Honan sits down with Micah McLain, founder of Search Quick Grow, to share actionable strategies for painting contractors looking to grow their businesses profitably. Key Takeaways You'll Learn: * The power of niching down and why trying to do everything often leads to failure * How to calculate your true market potential (most contractors are leaving money on the table!) * Branding lessons from Apple and Nike that apply to your painting business * When it actually makes sense to add new services or locations * Simple but powerful customer experience upgrades that drive referrals Micah shares his unique journey from growing up in a painting family to military service and eventually building a successful marketing agency focused exclusively on home service businesses. His insights come from real-world experience helping hundreds of contractors scale their operations. Pro Tip: "Master one service line before diversifying. Optimization beats expansion every time when you're building a sustainable business." BONUS: Want to stop overpaying in taxes? Join our free webinar: “Making More Money and Saving on Taxes: Bookkeeping for Painters)” happening August 5th. Save your spot here: http://bookkeepingforpainters.com/webinar On August 5th 2025, I’m hosting a free, live webinar revealing: ✅ How to pay way less in taxes—legally ✅ The simple ratio top painting businesses use to grow profits fast ✅ What the top 20% of painters are doing differently Go to BookkeepingForPainters.com/Webinar [https://BookkeepingForPainters.com/Webinar] to register now!

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2189297/open_sms] In this must-watch episode of the Profitable Painter Podcast, Richard Dunton, Enrolled Agent and Advising Director for Profitable Painter CPA, breaks down the controversial House Resolution No. 1 (HR 1), the so-called "One Big Beautiful Bill", and how it could drastically impact your taxes, deductions, and bottom line as a small business owner. 🔹 Will the government raise taxes in 2025? 🔹 Hidden pitfalls in the new tax bill, what they’re NOT telling you! 🔹 Child tax credits, overtime rules, and SALT deductions, will you win or lose? 🔹 100% bonus depreciation is BACK (but for how long?) 🔹 The #1 tax strategy every painting business owner MUST know before 2026! This isn’t just politics, it’s your money, your business, and your future. Whether HR 1 passes or fails, you need to act NOW to avoid a nasty surprise at tax time. 📢 WARNING: The information in this episode could save you thousands. Don’t wait until it’s too late, watch now and prepare!

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2189297/open_sms] In this episode, host Daniel Honan, CPA and former painting business owner, sits down with Ryan Ezzell, the founder of a rapidly growing painting business in Tennessee. Ryan shares his incredible journey from starting with door-to-door sales to scaling his company to over $1.5M in revenue in the first year and on track for $4M+ in year two. 🔹 Key Takeaways: * How Ryan built a hybrid team of subcontractors and in-house painters. * The power of door-to-door marketing and how it fueled his early growth. * Why hiring salespeople first was a game-changer for his business. * The importance of aligning incentives with subcontractors and employees. * Ryan’s mindset shifts and lessons learned from scaling so quickly. Whether you’re just starting your painting business or looking to take it to the next level, Ryan’s story is packed with actionable insights and inspiration. #PaintingBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #DoorToDoorMarketing #PaintingContractor #SmallBusinessSuccess #TheProfitablePainterPodcast New chat On August 5th 2025, I’m hosting a free, live webinar revealing: ✅ How to pay way less in taxes—legally ✅ The simple ratio top painting businesses use to grow profits fast ✅ What the top 20% of painters are doing differently Go to BookkeepingForPainters.com/Webinar [https://BookkeepingForPainters.com/Webinar] to register now!

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2189297/open_sms] In this episode, host Daniel Honan, CPA and former painting business owner, sits down with Knut Olsen, the owner of Cascade Ridge Painting in Washington. Knut shares his incredible journey from working a "boring desk job" to building a thriving painting business that’s on track to hit $600,000 in revenue this year, all in just four years! 🔹 Key Takeaways: -How Knut transitioned from a 9-to-5 job to entrepreneurship with zero painting experience. -The lead generation strategies that work best for his business (hint: Google LSA is a game-changer!). -Why subcontractors have been crucial to his success, and how he manages them effectively. -The importance of seasonal planning and budgeting for painting businesses. -Tips for scaling your business without burning out. Whether you're just starting your painting business or looking to take it to the next level, Knut’s story is packed with actionable insights and inspiration. #PaintingBusiness #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessGrowth #ContractorLife #BusinessTips #TheProfitablePainterPodcast On August 5th 2025, I’m hosting a free, live webinar revealing: ✅ How to pay way less in taxes—legally ✅ The simple ratio top painting businesses use to grow profits fast ✅ What the top 20% of painters are doing differently Go to BookkeepingForPainters.com/Webinar [https://BookkeepingForPainters.com/Webinar] to register now!

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2189297/open_sms] In this episode, host Daniel Honan (CPA and former painting business owner) sits down with Patrick from Patrick’s Painting in Northern Virginia. Patrick shares his incredible journey from starting with just a paintbrush and a contractor’s license to building a multi-million-dollar painting business. Key Takeaways: * How quitting drinking and focusing on productivity helped Patrick grow from $600K to $2.6M in revenue. * The importance of hiring coaches (business, financial, and fitness) to accelerate growth and avoid costly mistakes. * Why project management was his biggest bottleneck and how he solved it by delegating and systematizing processes. * The role of continuous learning, mastermind groups (like PCA and BK Live), and implementing knowledge to drive success. * Patrick’s advice on building a business that doesn’t rely solely on you, scaling through leadership and team development. On August 5th 2025, I’m hosting a free, live webinar revealing: ✅ How to pay way less in taxes—legally ✅ The simple ratio top painting businesses use to grow profits fast ✅ What the top 20% of painters are doing differently Go to BookkeepingForPainters.com/Webinar [https://BookkeepingForPainters.com/Webinar] to register now!