Archive for May 2016
Ken’s Marketing Lands Him $99,000 in House Painting Bucks
House Painter Marketing Ken started his painting business after engineering school because he could not stand the thought of “working behind a desk” for the rest of his life. 43 years later, he is still going strong. Originally, Ken was attracted to the APPC because of the done-for-you At Home Monthly Newsletter™, “Writing my own…
Read MoreJoe the House Painter’s Marketing Problems
Let me tell you a story… Last Wednesday afternoon, I spoke with an owner (AKA Joe) from the Northeast who desperately wanted to grow his painting business, but just didn’t think he could find the time. Even though Joe only had six painters in the field, he felt stretched thin and worn to a frazzle!…
Read MoreCommercial Painting Bid Lists and Leads
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, painting contractors pull in a mere $40,000 a year. Despite long hours and laborious work, a lack of streamlined business operations leaves many painting contractors struggling to make a liveable income. Although painting income statistics are bleak, many painters have failed to tap into a highly lucrative business:…
Read MoreNewsletter Marketing for House Painters
Can I trust you?… When you boil it all down, this is the only question a customer really has for you. Once they can answer “yes” to this magic question, they will happily use your painting services. If this is the case, you must ask two questions: 1. What is trust? 2. How do I build…
Read MoreThe Death of Traditional Painting Contractors
How Online Middle-Men & Industry Trends Are Making Your Way of Doing Business Obsolete The days of traditional painting contactors may be over. The New York Post reports that a new online platform plans to play middle-man between painting contractors and their customers. Backed by millions in venture capital, Yahoo Finance warns PaintZen may make…
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