Four decades in operation have taught Kevin Nolan, president of Havertown, PA-based Nolan Painting, how to succeed throughout the perennial challenges of the painting business. And over the years, success, as Nolan has learned, is impacted most by one factor: his employees. The forward-thinking painting veteran is optimistic about his company’s future…

Many painting companies and general contractors use social media channels like Facebook and Instagram to reach new customers, but some focus too much on their own interests and forget that prospects are seeking evidence of their skills and trustworthiness. When it comes to deciding what to post, one general rule overrides all…

Your website can be a powerful tool for business growth, but like any tool, you have to know how to use it well. To help optimize your web presence for best results, here’s a quick list of tips and best practices that can make a big difference in your online visibility and…

If you’ve been in business for a while, then you know the basics of pricing your projects to make sure all expenses are covered and your profit margin is too. But if you are like I was the first several years of my business, chances are, you’re not factoring in all the…