1.) WHAT DOES YOUR COMPANY DO TO ENSURE THE SUCCESS OF ALL EMPLOYEES? I think it starts with our structured hiring process. We follow Jack Welch’s philosophy of ‘hire slow and fire fast’ and take a lot of time to make sure we’re bringing the right people on board. No matter what…

Most painting professionals have a go-to exterior paint brand or specific coating preference for most jobs. These preferences are likely driven by some combination of pricing, quality, customer preferences, as well as other regional factors such as weather. We spoke with five painting professionals around the country to learn which exterior coatings…

1: What are the top two Facebook MUST-DOs for every paint contractor? Actually, I have 2-1/2 MUST-DOs. The first is Facebook Live. There’s nothing like live video to demonstrate transparency and develop trust. At this point in time, Facebook Live is the most favored type of post by FB, so they show…

Deck season isn’t over after the summer months have passed. Now that it’s fall, and with the winter season not far behind, customers may be anxious to complete their deck or patio projects and enjoy whatever time they can in their outdoor spaces. But caring for a deck requires a specific game…

Time management starts with goal-setting and planning. If you are operating in a constant crisis management mode and responding to every issue as it happens, then you likely have not set your goals or plans. It’s tough to manage your time if you have not decided how you need to be spending…

1: Why did you choose to partner in a painting business after 25 years in banking? After 25 years of enduring the ups and downs of the banking industry, I had lost the passion for my work, and it ultimately affected my health. So I left my job in Maine and bought…