Stress levels may be high these days in the paint contracting world, and if you’re among those struggling to deal with the pressure, you’re not alone. A recent survey conducted by the University of Chicago for the Data Foundation found that roughly two-thirds of Americans say they felt nervous, depressed, lonely or hopeless on at least one of their last seven days. Continue reading Need to Decompress? These Stress Relievers Can Help
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Are You An Exterior Expert? Here’s How To Raise Your Game
The time is right for exterior painting, especially with interior painting demand down due to COVID-19. If you’re not an exterior specialist, this article will give you the building blocks to elevate your outdoor painting game, from proper surface prep and when to prime to topcoat sheen, applicator options and cleanup. Continue reading Are You An Exterior Expert? Here’s How To Raise Your Game
New Rule Affects PPP Loans For Contractors
A new rule regarding the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) could help contractors running small and mid-size businesses gain greater access to low-interest loans for meeting short-term payroll needs. Continue reading New Rule Affects PPP Loans For Contractors
3 Smart Ways to Keep Your Company Strong through a Down Economy
The COVID-19 emergency is presenting numerous challenges for painting contracting companies. In this article, we explore three ways you can mitigate your risk and build for the future during these challenging economic times.
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Lessons from the Past: How Contractors Handled the 2008 Downturn
“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
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
5 Ways to Build Better Estimates
Building better estimates is the foundation for building repeat business, says Diane Walsh of ShurTech® Brands. In this article, she shares five best practices to make the most out of every job, before the prep and painting even begins. Continue reading 5 Ways to Build Better Estimates
Pro Tips: Using Video to Market Your Painting Company
In this episode of our Pro on the Go video series, we asked Rodrigo Vasconcellos of Palette Pro Painting and Renovation in White Plains, New York about why he is using videos to market his company. Continue reading Pro Tips: Using Video to Market Your Painting Company
LEED v4.1: What Pro Painters Need to Know
In 2019, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) unveiled its latest LEED guidelines, LEED v4.1. We sat down with Melissa Baker, USGBC senior vice president, to find out what that means for professional painting contractors. Continue reading LEED v4.1: What Pro Painters Need to Know
Pro Marketing Tips: Unleash the Power of Your Business Card
Dollar for dollar, the business card is one of the most powerful single business tools you can invest in. Here are some ideas for maximizing your return on this investment. Continue reading Pro Marketing Tips: Unleash the Power of Your Business Card
Videos for Pros in Spanish
Looking for ways to improve your painting and business skills? These Spanish-language videos can help. Watch these and more videos at swlatino.com. Continue reading Videos for Pros in Spanish