Painters Academy

Are you working harder but not seeing your bank account grow? In this video, we reveal the "small hinges that swing big doors" in a professional painting business. Discover how adding just a little bit of the right strategy—whether it's a specific upsell, a systemized follow-up, or a high-margin service—can lead to a massive increase in your profit margins.Stop chasing more volume and start chasing more value. Brandon Lewis founder of the Academy for Professional Painting Contractors breaks down the exact steps to implement this simple change so you can start making a lot more money with the jobs you already have.In this video, you'll learn:The hidden high-margin opportunity most painters miss.Why "more" isn't always the answer to profitability.How to implement this strategy in your sales process today.Want more information, need help: www.paintersacademy.com/freebizcall for a 100% free painting business diagnostic#PaintingBusiness #ProfitGrowth #ContractorTips #BusinessStrategy #ProfessionalPainter #ScaleYourBusiness #PaintersAcademy

How do you transition from the world of nonprofits to building a painting powerhouse with multimillion-dollar sales? In this episode, Tara Riley, and Tom Tucker from the Academy for Professional Painting Contractors sit down with Eric Heipel to discuss his incredible journey and the "climb" toward building a lasting legacy in the painting industry.Eric shares the mindset shifts, systems, and leadership principles required to scale a business from the ground up while maintaining a focus on long-term impact. Whether you are just starting your painting company or looking to break through to the next level of revenue, Eric's insights on sales, team building, and legacy are essential.In this video, you'll learn:The core differences between running a nonprofit and a high-growth painting business.Key strategies for scaling sales into the millions.How to transition from being an owner-operator to a legacy-driven leader.Advice for contractors looking to build a business that lasts for generations.Ready to scale your painting business? Visit our website for more resources and coaching: www.paintersacademy.comCheck out these related videos:The Painter's Guide to Strategic Leadership: Systems for Real GrowthThe Next "Coat" Reimagining a family business with Drake Blackledge#PaintingContractor #BusinessScaling #EricHeipel #SuccessStory #PaintingBusiness #ContractorGrowth #LegacyBuilding #Entrepreneurship #SalesStrategy #AcademyForProfessionalPaintingContractors

Welcome to Episode #1 of our new series The Pro Painter Playbook...powered by APPC, "Systems, Strategies, and Real World Lessons." In this kickoff episode, Tara Riley, Chief Operating Officer for the Academy for Professional Painting Contractors and Tom Tucker Senior Advisor Business Growth & Performance dive deep into the core of any successful painting business: Strategic Leadership.Many painting contractors get stuck in the "day-to-day" grind, but to truly scale and build a profitable company, you need to shift from a worker mindset to a leader mindset. We break down the systems and strategies you need to lead your team, manage your operations, and plan for sustainable growth.In this video, you'll learn:The difference between management and strategic leadership.How to implement systems that allow your business to run without you.Real-world lessons from the field on overcoming leadership hurdles.Resources for Painting Contractors:

In this episode of the Ladder to Legacy series, we sit down with Drake Blackledge to pull back the curtain on what it actually takes to build a premier painting company.Drake shares his insights on:Moving from "Chuck in a truck" to a professional operation.How to attract and retain the best painters in a competitive market.The marketing strategies that actually work for high-end residential projects.Building a culture that runs the business even when you aren't there.Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale your existing painting business, Drake's practical advice and "boots on the ground" experience in operating a multigenerational family business will give you the roadmap you need.Download our Free Growth Resources:  Join the Academy for Professional Painting Contractors:  https://www.paintersacademy.com#PaintingContractor #DrakeBlackledge #PaintingBusiness #ContractorGrowth #ResidentialPainting #LadderToLegacy #TheAcademyForProfessionalPaintingContractors

In this episode of from Ladder to Legacy Tara and Tom host an interview Walt Dykes, owner of D&D Decorating in Brunswick, Georgia, as he reflects on his 40-year career in the painting industry and discusses the next chapter for his company: transferring leadership to his sons.  Walt talks about his early Career and Entrepreneurship - Walt started his own business at age 25 after getting laid off from a job as an iron worker. He secured his first major project for $42,000 by cold-calling a superintendent at a local construction site. Having grown up in poverty with four brothers, Walt developed an intense work ethic early on, taking on carpentry side jobs even while working long hours as an iron worker.  He talks about Scaling and Diversifying the Business - After growing to 33 employees in the first year, Walt expanded by purchasing a paint store, but later closed it to focus solely on contracting.  To manage the volatility of the industry, Walt significantly scaled his business by moving into specialty coatings (liquid siding) and later walk-in bathtubs.  During the recession, he employed over 120 painters in his local area before the market dried up, forcing him to adapt.Walt also shares his Legacy and Succession Planning - Walt is now focusing on the succession plan for his two sons, Devin and Dylan.  Devin has been training by running a smaller satellite painting business, demonstrating strong leadership by remodeling their new building himself.  Walt is actively mentoring them on business systems, financial numbers, and leadership, aiming to tighten up operations for the next generation.Key Advice - Don't worry about overcharging: It's better to fail from charging too much than to go broke from charging too little.  Seek education early: Don't try to navigate the industry alone; take advantage of coaches and professional resources.

In this episode Tara and Tom sit down with Walt Dykes and discuss how he has scaled his business from startup to laying the foundation for the next generation of leadership.

In this episode Brandon Lewis founder of the Academy for Professional Painting Contractors talks about a major cause of project overrun's, low quality, and poor customer satisfaction...having too many painters on a job site.  He t alks about smaller crew sizes preferrably two-man crews that will make significantly more money at a higher gross profit that a three, four, or five man crew.  Learn how to "shrink those crew sizes in order to grow your profit".

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Brandon Lewis is talks about why he offers a full ride scholarship to the annual Painting Profits Summit.  Apply Before Friday, January 9th!

In this episode Tara and Tom of the Academy for Professional Painting Contractors from Ladder to Legacy Podcast interview featured guest Michael Sanchez owner of L&J Painting in Greenville South Carolina.  Michael shares his journey from the US Navy to a business owner and his insights on building a team and "That One Thing:.

In this video Brandon Lewis founder of the Academy for Professional Painting Contractors talks about preconceived notions painting contractors have about past clients, prospects, and the sales process and a prejudice against Mediums...Email,  Phone, Print, Signage, Online saying they do not work.  Brandon talks about the fact each medium has a place in a painting contractors business and that each has both a positive and negative and the fact each medium should be used before, during, and after the sale.#paintersacademy.com

In this episode Brandon Lewis founder of the Academy for Professional Painting Contractors talks how time vampires can completely and utterly waist one of the most valuable assets in a painting business if you don't have a plan for your time.

Tom and Tara sit down with owner Kevin O'Brien in this episode of from Ladder to Legacy a podcast series that delivers Encouragement, Advice, and Motivation for Painting Contractors.

Join Tom and Tara for the 4th episode of APPC's "From Ladder To Legacy" podcast series!  They profile guest Brad Siler owner of a fast growing painting company Pencil Log Pro's.If you're stuck on the brush and can't find your way out, let us help YOU like we did BradJust call 423-800-0520 or email brandon@paintersacademy.comLearn more about the Academy for Professional Painters by visiting our website >>> https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theacademyforprofessionalp287

Join Tom and Tara for the 3nd episode of APPC's BRAND NEW "From Ladder To Legacy" podcast series!  They profile Michal Cheney PCA board member and owner of a fast growing painting company No Drip Painting.If you're stuck on the brush and can't find your way out, let us help YOU like we did Michal!Just call 423-800-0520 or email brandon@paintersacademy.comLearn more about the Academy for Professional Painters by visiting our website >>> https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theacademyforprofessionalp287

Join Tom and Tara for the 2nd episode of APPC's BRAND NEW "From Ladder To Legacy" podcast series! If you're stuck on the brush and can't find your way out, let us help YOU like we did Hugo and Edgar!Just call 423-800-0520 or email brandon@paintersacademy.comLearn more about the Academy for Professional Painters by visiting our website >>> https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theacademyforprofessionalp287

Join Tom and Tara for the 1st episode of APPC's BRAND NEW "From Ladder To Legacy" podcast series! If you're stuck on the brush and can't find your way out, let us help YOU like we did Mike & Greg! Just call 423-800-0520 or email brandon@paintersacademy.comLearn more about the Academy for Professional Painters by visiting our website >>> https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theacademyforprofessionalp287

If you're struggling to solve a problem, use this frame work! It ALWAYS helps you find the REAL solutions. Let me explain... Need help? Email brandon@paintersacademy.comLearn more about the Academy for Professional Painters by visiting our website >>> https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theacademyforprofessionalp287

Need help? Reach out! brandon@paintersacademy.comLearn more about the Academy for Professional Painters by visiting our website >>> https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theacademyforprofessionalp287

It "feels good" to be putting out fires behind the wheel, but honestly, you're just spinning your wheels... Need help? Reach out!Find out how APPC can help you by calling 423-800-0520 or emailing support@paintersacademy.comLearn more about the Academy for Professional Painters by visiting our website >>> https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theacademyforprofessionalp287

Getting bad advice? Need better direction? Just reach out to brandon@paintersacademy.com Talk to you soon! - BLLearn more about the Academy for Professional Painters by visiting our website >>> https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theacademyforprofessionalp287

Is "Fear" holding you back - telling you to "quit" or "ignore" your business problems? Listen again... That feeling a FEAR is like an ALERT for wealth that's just waiting to be unlocked!Find out how APPC can help you by calling 423-800-0520 or emailing support@paintersacademy.comLearn more about the Academy for Professional Painters by visiting our website >>> https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theacademyforprofessionalp287

It's been said you must "spend money to make money." What about debt? Should painters borrow to grow the business? Here are my thoughts given what I've seen. What do you think?--------------------------------------------------------------------Find out how APPC can help you by calling 423-800-0520 or emailing support@paintersacademy.comLearn more about the Academy for Professional Painters by visiting our website >>> https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theacademyforprofessionalp287

It's not a problem until it is... Struggling with business systems to handle this and other issues? Reach out! We're here to help with the franchise-grade tools you need to succeed in painting!Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/

A lot of painters have "emotional" feelings about hiring painters, but in the end it's all MATH and SYSTEMS! Don't miss our upcoming Hiring & Recruitment Bootcamp on March 5th 11AM-5PM. Reserve your seat at HiringPainters.com1. Overviewa. Common Poverty-Inducing Mythsb. Inescapable Core Principles & Systemsc. The Simple Mathematics of 1 Painter2. Common Poverty-Inducing Mythsa. Painters Are Overheadb. There is a “Right Size” for Companiesc. Get Excited About Marketing/Sales, Indifferent to Recruitment/Hiring… you can't generate demand without capacity!d. All Emotions, No Math… MONEY is MATH3. Inescapable Core Principles & Systemsa. By Labor Wholesale, Sell It Retail By the Hourb. Production Ratesc. Charge Rates – Based on Market-Based Pay Rates & Burdend. Field Controls – Ultimate Crew Leader Packete. Office Controls – Project Management & Scheduling f. BONUS: Performance Pay or Saved Labor Bonus4. The Simple Mathematics of 1 Paintera. Client Reactivation, Retention, Sales Pre-Requisitesb. 25 + 35 = 30, 30 X 1.2 = 36 (Average Pay Rate – Subs or W2's)c. 36 X2 = $72d. Gross Profit Contribution at 36 X 40 = $1,440e. $1,440 X 4.2 = $6,048 per month (on budget)5. 3 Key Questionsa. Do you understand the basics of the painting business?b. Are you being a penny wise and a point foolish?c. Sign up for the Hiring & Recruitment Bootcamp – HiringPainters.com, March 5th. It's 3 payments of $499.Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/

These are the most common system & management deficiencies that cause poor painter performance. Do you have any of them?Do you have a question for Brandon to answer while he walks? Email Brandon@PaintersAcademy.com with your questions!--------------------------------------------------------------------If you enjoy this content make sure to follow the Painters Academy podcast on your streaming platform of choice!Learn more at https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/

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You may not believe it, but it's sadly true... CHEERS!--------------------------------------------------------------------If you enjoy this content make sure to follow the Painters Academy podcast on your streaming platform of choice!Learn more at https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/

Accurately pricing your painting services is essential for making money, securing jobs & holding your painters accountable. Here's how to set prices in your painting company using a method that always works!Learn more about what the Academy for Professional Painters can do for you at https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/

Join Mark DeFrancesco of MDF Painting at the upcoming Painting Profits Summit! Building a TEAM of high-functioning salespeople is essential for scaling your painting business. Learn from one of the BEST in the business at the 2024 Painting Profits Summit! >>> https://paintingprofitssummit.com/

Do you have a question for Brandon to answer while he walks? Email Brandon@PaintersAcademy.com with your questions!--------------------------------------------------------------------If you enjoy this content make sure to follow the Painters Academy podcast on your streaming platform of choice!Learn more at https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/

If any of this sounds familiar, YOU can benefit from attending CEO and Scaling Specialist Tara Riley's session "Scaling and Sales 101" at the APPC's upcoming Painting Profits Summit!Learn more & get tickets to the 2025 Painting Profits Summit! >>> https://paintingprofitssummit.com/https://paintingprofitssummit.com/

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Do you have a nagging problem in your painting business? Are you uncertain on how to proceed? We can help! Sales, Staffing, Marketing, the whole gamut...Simply take action and reach out! --------------------------------------------------------------------Find out more about the APPC's programs by calling 423-800-0520 or emailing support@paintersacademy.comLearn more about what the Academy for Professional Painters can do for you at https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theacademyforprofessionalp287

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Join Brandon Pierpont (Painter Marketing Pros) and APPC's Brandon Lewis for "The Profitable Painter's Winter Work Formula: 15 Little-Known Strategies for a Fully-Booked Winter Season!"1. Winter-proof target markets most painters miss (where there's very little competition) 2. How to book winter work before you need it (starting in December is too late) 3. Untapped resources most painters already have (but don't even know it) 4. How to CLOSE difficult sales in winter (when you need work most) 5. Preventing painters from "slow-walking" winter work (this eats all your profits!) 6. Digital trends that require different strategies in winter (you may not even know about many of these) 7. Live Q & A... Got questions? Reach out! Shoot us an email, give us a call!--------------------------------------------------------------------Find out more about the APPC's programs by calling 423-800-0520 or emailing support@paintersacademy.comLearn more about what the Academy for Professional Painters can do for you at https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/

What has Brandon been up to? Boston, Bikes, Homeschool, the Upcoming Painting Profits Summit and More...-------------------------------------------------------------------- If you enjoy this content make sure to follow the Painters Academy podcast on your streaming platform of choice!Learn more at https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/

You don't have to do it! Why? Because the APPC has already done it for you!Do you have a question for Brandon to answer while he walks? Email Brandon@PaintersAcademy.com with your questions!--------------------------------------------------------------------If you enjoy this content make sure to follow the Painters Academy podcast on your streaming platform of choice!Learn more at https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/

"Enjoyed hanging out with these remarkable, accomplished painters in San Antonio!" - Brandon LewisDo you have a question for Brandon to answer while he walks? Email Brandon@PaintersAcademy.com with your questions!-------------------------------------------------------------------- If you enjoy this content make sure to follow the Painters Academy podcast on your streaming platform of choice!Learn more at https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/

How can we put together a winter work blueprint that allows you to make money during the winter season instead of losing it? Join Brandon Pierpont (Painter Marketing Pros) and APPC's Brandon Lewis for "The Profitable Painter's Winter Work Formula: 15 Little-Known Strategies for a Fully-Booked Winter Season!" on September 19th at 3pm EST! Register FREE Here! >>> https://bit.ly/3T4OHrx--------------------------------------------------------------------Find out more about the APPC's programs by calling 423-800-0520 or emailing support@paintersacademy.comLearn more about what the Academy for Professional Painters can do for you at https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/

Find out more about the APPC's programs by calling 423-800-0520 or emailing support@paintersacademy.comLearn more about what the Academy for Professional Painters can do for you at https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/

Curious? Reach out for a FREE Valuation by emailing Brandon@PaintersAcademy.com!If you enjoy this content make sure to follow the Painters Academy podcast on your streaming platform of choice!Learn more at https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/

Join our COO Tara Riley and special guests Brandon Pierpont of Painter Marketing Pros and John Schofield of APPC for some expert level advice on how you can grow your painting business with proper use of SEO and paid digital!Got questions? Go here: https://www.paintersacademy.com/online-leads/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/

Are you loving on your customers with direct communication? Let us know in the comments!EMAIL YOUR QUESTIONS to Brandon@PaintersAcademy.com and let us know if this was helpful!If you enjoy this content make sure to follow the Painters Academy podcast on your streaming platform of choice!Learn more at https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/

How your clients REALLY think, PLUS 4 BIG TIPS to WIN When Selling Painting Services! Need help? Reach out...EMAIL YOUR QUESTIONS to Brandon@PaintersAcademy.com and let us know if this was helpful!If you enjoy this content make sure to follow the Painters Academy podcast on your streaming platform of choice!Learn more at https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/

What birthed the greatest nation on planet earth??? Our nation's founders made significant sacrifices to achieve independence. If you want to achieve independence in your painting business it requires the very same thing...---------------------------------------------------------Learn more about what the Academy for Professional Painters can do for you at https://www.paintersacademy.com/Find us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAPPC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbrandonlewis/