“The West Wing” was a popular television series that ran through 2006. One episode tells the story of a guy who walks down the street and falls in a hole. The walls are so steep he can’t get out. A doctor passes by and the guy shouts for help. Continue reading Lessons from the Past: How Contractors Handled the 2008 Downturn
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When Leadership Matters Most: Tough Times Require Strong, Courageous Leaders
It’s never easy to be a leader, even when business is booming. Remember when your phone didn’t stop ringing and your crews barely had time to clean their brushes between jobs? Your critical decision-making and guidance then led your team to maximum success. Continue reading When Leadership Matters Most: Tough Times Require Strong, Courageous Leaders
A Four-Point Plan to Wow Your Customers and Pull Your Company through the COVID Crisis
What steps are you taking to protect your business during the COVID-19 emergency? In this article, pro painter and PPC contributing writer Terry Begue offers a framework to help you stay engaged and take care of your customers through this restricted time, so that you can emerge on the other side of this crisis with a business that’s ready to take care of you. Continue reading A Four-Point Plan to Wow Your Customers and Pull Your Company through the COVID Crisis
7 Things to Do Right Now to Fuel Future Growth
The COVID-19 crisis has hit painting contractors in a variety of ways, and many of you likely have more time on your hands than you did before. Continue reading 7 Things to Do Right Now to Fuel Future Growth
Hiring Idea: Tap into Other Trades
Having a tough time finding the right employees for your residential or commercial painting business? It may be time to consider people working in other construction trades and service industries, says Art Snarzyk, owner of InnerView Advisors. Continue reading Hiring Idea: Tap into Other Trades