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Phone Marketing: Nick and Shank Give Pointers on Voice Messages | S10E6 | PAINT PODCAST | THE BUSINESS BRUSH

Today on The Business Brush, we bring you an episode on marketing. Your hosts Nick May and Chris Shank call painting companies and critique business’s messages when potential clients call.

Broad-strokes include: critiquing voice messages and websites, and they discuss the importance of a clear and concise message

To contact Nick about voice message recordings or to submit websites that can use a facelift, go to www.thebusinessbrush.com/contact-us/.

For information on Pro Painter Network events, go to www.propainternetwork.com/event-directory/.

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From PE Teacher to Painter Matt Orme | S10E5 | PAINT PODCAST | THE BUSINESS BRUSH

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On this week’s episode, Nick May sits down with Matt Orme on The Business Brush as they discuss Matt’s previous experience as a teacher and basketball coach, and how he uses that background in his business. They also talk about how to cover your weaknesses.

Broad-strokes include: teaching/coaching points, hiring people to cover your weaknesses

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Bonus! Action in Sales With Matt Rowe | PAINT PODCAST | THE BUSINESS BRUSH

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On this week’s bonus episode, Chris Shank sits down with Matt Rowe on The Business Brush as they discuss the ins and outs of sales. In our previous episode, Matt discussed his approach to sales before the sales call. He now describes his actions during the call. His empathy with the client helps him make sales. He asks questions and waits to pitch a sale until the client asks for more information. Listen for tips from this sales genius!

Broad-strokes include: building a relationship, asking questions, being invited to pitch – and much more!

Stay tuned for a blooper at the end!

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Sales with Our Very Own Matt Rowe | S10E4 | PAINT PODCAST | THE BUSINESS BRUSH

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Cheesy, sleazy and slick are adjectives commonly used to describe sales people. Our salesman’s approach to sales is on the opposite end of the spectrum. Today on The Business Brush, co-host Chris Shank is joined by Matt Rowe of iMay Media. His approach to sales starts with identity and mindset, not just going through the motions of sales. Matt has owned companies and wants to elevate the trade. He believes in the product he sells.

Broad-strokes include: bad stigma of sales people, Matt’s approach to sales – and much more!

Stay tuned for part 2 of this discussion going Live on Friday!

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Cage Fight: Painting Powerhouses Discuss Revenue Streams | S10E3 | PAINT PODCAST | THE BUSINESS BRUSH

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It’s time! Today on The Business Brush, we bring you a Cage Fight episode: a panel of respected painters. In the corners we have your host Nick May, David Cook out of D’Franco Wallpaper, Zach Kenney out of ZK Painting and John Bubenik out of Color Craftsmen. These fighters battle over additional streams of revenue in their business. Some added services because they saw potential in a service, some added services because their clients were continuously asking for something specific.

Broad-strokes include: wallpaper application, saying no, new services because of covid – and much more!

Ding, ding, ding!

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ABM: Talking Team Building with Johnny Erbert | PAINT PODCAST | THE BUSINESS BRUSH

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Former Co-Hosts of Small Business Naked, Nick May and Johnny Erbert, reconnect on this week’s episode of The Business Brush. Now with his newest business, Johnny Battle, Johnny Erbert talks about how to build your team, and whether or not you should be friends with your employees or just a boss.

Broad-strokes include: Nick and Johnny’s prior history, and trips Johnny has taken his employees on.

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The sponsor for this episode is Benjamin Moore Paints.

Bonus Episode: More Chris Mole | PAINT PODCAST | THE BUSINESS BRUSH

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We have revamped The Business Brush for this season – new intro, new music, new format and new co-host: Chris Shank!

Nick and Shank are joined by Chris Mole of Mr. Mole’s Painting and it turns into more of a mentoring session. A member of The Business Brush Group, Chris Mole has learned from Nick and implemented what he’s learned in his business. We are trying something new this week and breaking it up into two episodes. Today, we continue our interview with Chris Mole from Wednesday’s episode along with some announcements from Nick and Chris Shank.

Broad-strokes include: Chris Mole’s immigration to the US, joining The Business Brush Group, ways to pay employees – and much more!

Click on the links for more information on PPP Loan Forgiveness and the Roadmap To Profit course.

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Season 10 Premiere! | From Jailbird to Paint Contractor: Chris Mole | PAINT PODCAST | THE BUSINESS BRUSH

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We have revamped The Business Brush for this season – new intro, new music, new format and new co-host: Chris Shank!

Nick and Shank are joined by Chris Mole of Mr. Mole’s Painting and it turns into more of a mentoring session. A member of The Business Brush Group, Chris Mole has learned from Nick and implemented what he’s learned in his business. We are trying something new this week and breaking it up into two episodes. Look for the rest of this interview in a bonus episode on Friday!

Broad-strokes include: Chris Mole’s immigration to the US, joining The Business Brush Group, ways to pay employees – and much more!

Click on the links for more information on PPP Loan Forgiveness and the Roadmap To Profit course.

Today’s sponsor is Benjamin Moore Paints.

Chris Shank, Newest Addition to iMay Media | S9E12 | PAINT PODCAST | THE BUSINESS BRUSH

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One of iMay Media’s newest members, Chris Shank joins Nick today on The Business Brush where they discuss what the team has been working on behind the scenes. Chris Shank comes with vast knowledge and experience in webinars, big events and educational materials.

Broad-strokes include: introduction of Roadmap to Profit, burning out in business, and introduction to the team.

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