Best Consulting4Contractors Podcasts (2024)

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The Vibrant Vision of Kunst Painting: A Conversation with John Busick 43:18

5M ago43:18

43:18

Episode 19 is all about the enduring legacy of a family business that has withstood the test of time as John Busick, the fifth-generation owner of Kunst Painting, opens up about steering a historic painting company into the future. From learning how to clean deuces in the back yard for 25 cents a bucket, to a narrative rich in lessons about navigat…

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Planning Your Goals for a New Year // Insights with Mike Katounas and Rick Holtz 19:16

6M ago19:16

19:16

This episode of the Beyond $1,000,000 Podcast sees industry veterans (and C4C coaches) Mike Katounas (Home Works Painting) and Rick Holtz (H.J. Holtz & Son, Inc.) return to unpack the essential steps for laying the groundwork for a prosperous new year. We tackle the art of reflection on past performances, setting ambitious yet attainable team goals…

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Mastering Onboarding, Training, and Team Communication // A Q&A Bonus Episode With C4C 42:47

7M ago42:47

42:47

Join us on the Beyond a Million Dollar Podcast as we engage in a compelling conversation with industry experts Mike Katounas and Rick Holtz about the transformative power of training and development in the paint contracting world. As we navigate the challenges posed by a shrinking workforce, Rick introduces us to the on-the-job training strategy at…

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From Rockstar Aspirations to Painting Success // The Entrepreneurial Journey of Ron Rice 47:05

7M ago47:05

47:05

Listen in as we explore the intriguing journey of Ron Rice, owner of Ron Rice Painting. Discover how Ron transitioned from being an aspiring rockstar/DJ and part-time painter in college to becoming a successful painting contractor in San Diego. He opens up about the challenges he faced and the lessons learned while building his business. Ron's humi…

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From Garage Floors to Spray Guns // Chris Soule's Entrepreneurial Journey in Cabinet Painting 55:12

7M ago55:12

55:12

Listen in as I chat with Chris Soule, the ambitious entrepreneur behind Clean Cut Painting, about his remarkable transition from an auto body shop apprentice to a successful business owner in East Hampton, Connecticut. Chris's candid storytelling takes us through his initial struggles and the formative experiences that led him to venture into entre…

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Navigating the Sales Landscape // Carl Utter's Journey to Training the Best in Paint Contractor Sales 41:29

8M ago41:29

41:29

Join us for an insightful conversation with Carl Utter, founder of Contractor Growth Strategy. Carl's story is both fascinating and inspiring; from a thriving musician to a starving salesman, and eventually becoming a successful sales trainer with a specialty in the painting industry. He shares his invaluable lessons from his early days of selling …

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Mastering the Sales Process & KPIs: Tips from Mike Katounas, C4C Coach and Owner of Home Works Painting 46:33

9M ago46:33

46:33

Unlock the secrets of successful sales processes for contractors with our guest, Mike Katounas of Home Works Painting. Expect to be enlightened on the nuances of pre- and post-appointment communication, the role of setting clear expectations, and how to handle customer relationships. Mike introduces us to his go-to tool, YouCanBookMe, which helps h…

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Differentiating Your Company, Team Communication, and Hiring // Listener Q&A with Mike Katounas and Rick Holtz 43:31

10M ago43:31

43:31

Our first bonus episode! Join us as we explore what truly sets a painting company apart from the rest with C4C coaches Mike Katounas, Rick Holtz, and yours truly, Scott Lollar. We share the unique features that set Home Works Painting and H.J. Holtz and Son, Inc. apart - whether it's rigorous background checks on staff, a six-year warranty, or colo…

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Transforming the World of Paint Contracting: An Insightful Journey with Tom Droste, the Visionary Behind Estimate Rocket 51:31

10M ago51:31

51:31

We're excited to have Tom Droste, co-founder of Estimate Rocket along with his wife Kathy, who took an unexpected leap from accounting into the world of software development. Prepare to be captivated by his fascinating journey, from his early interest in the burgeoning computer industry to developing his first estimating program for a humble plumbe…

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Creating a Million-Dollar Business with Kevin Wooten of Carolina Painting & Pressure Washing 1:11:56

11M ago1:11:56

1:11:56

Imagine building a successful painting business from scratch, starting at your father's company and turning it into a million dollar machine. That's exactly what Kevin Wooten, owner of Carolina Painting and Pressure Cleaning, has accomplished. In our conversation, Kevin gives us a peek behind the curtain, revealing the unique business model that ha…

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Unlocking Human Behavior for Better Hiring and Stronger Relationships with Art Snarzyk 47:19

1y ago47:19

47:19

---Click here to purchase an platinum assessment and enter code "ASSESSMENT50" to receive 50% off 1 assessment per company--- Ever wondered how understanding people’s behavior can change the dynamics of your business? Today we are privileged to have Art Snarzyk, a certified behavioral analyst, and founder of InnerView Advisors, who explains the nua…

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From Painter to Multi-Million Dollar Business Owner: John Neubert's Journey to Success in the Painting Industry 54:18

1y ago54:18

54:18

Can you imagine building a multi-million dollar painting business without the help of YouTube, social media, or influencers? John Neubert, owner of Neubert Painting in Brook Park, Ohio, did just that and he's here to share his incredible journey. From starting out as a painter to earning his MBA and transitioning into a business owner and sales man…

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Transforming a Struggling Business into a Profitable Venture // Phil VanderLaan of PMV Custom Finishes 33:38

1y ago33:38

33:38

Discover the secrets to transforming your business and skyrocketing your profits in our fascinating conversation with Phil VanderLaan, owner of PMV Custom Finishes in Kalamazoo, Michigan. We discuss Phil's inspiring journey, from his time at college in Grand Rapids to founding and growing his own successful painting company. You'll learn about navi…

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Embracing The Holtz Way: A Multi-Million Dollar Story // Rick Holtz of H.J. Holtz & Son, Inc. 46:06

1y ago46:06

46:06

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Rick Holtz, the third-generation owner of H.J. Holtz & Son, and newest coach with the Consulting4Contractors team. We uncover the secrets of transforming a family business from a $300,000 company to a multi-million-dollar organization employing over 60 people. You won't want to miss this insightful journey…

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Keeping Busy When You're Slow, Marketing, And Our Thoughts on Backlogs // Q&A with Mike Katounas 25:25

1y ago25:25

25:25

In this episode, Scott and Mike dig into a couple more questions they receive from their own coaching clients, and other contractors. In this episode, you'll hear their thoughts on: How to plan for when your schedule starts to thin out What a good "backlog" looks like from their vantage points (it's not what you might think) Leveraging customer fle…

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Hiring Subs and Project Managers // Q&A with Mike Katounas of Home Works Painting 19:37

1+ y ago19:37

19:37

If you've ever wondered whether hiring our subcontractors is the right thing to do, or whether having a project manager within your business makes sense or not, then our first Q&A episode with Scott & Mike is a must-listen! Scott & Mike will cover: Best practices when it comes to hiring out subs Where they find the best subs for their companies How…

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Invest In Your Team and Quit Trying To Be Superman // Mark Black of Men In White Painting 44:54

1+ y ago44:54

44:54

Consulting 4 Contractors is so glad to welcome Mark Black, owner of Men In White Painting, to the podcast. Mark started Men In White, located in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, after a few "false starts" in the painting industry. We admire Mark, not only for his vision of what's possible, but his determination, humility, and not trying to do everything on hi…

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It's Not About Me // Nick Lauro of Lauro Painting 39:21

1+ y ago39:21

39:21

In this episode, we sit down with Nick Lauro, owner of Lauro Painting in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Nick isn’t afraid to confront his own shortcomings and come out a better owner for it. Are you frustrated with the lack of growth and success in your painting business? If Nick’s story has anything to offer it’s this: Maybe it’s not your leads.…

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Welcome to the Beyond $1,000,000 Podcast // Mike Katounas of Home Works Painting 37:15

2y ago37:15

37:15

In our very first episode, Scott sits down with Mike Katounas, fellow Consulting4Contractors coach, to find out about how Mike got his start, scaled his business to the multi-million dollar company it is today, and shed some insight on how they specialize helping business like yours scale to $1,000,000 annual revenue and beyond. Main Topics Mike's …

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The Vibrant Vision of Kunst Painting: A Conversation with John Busick 43:18

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Planning Your Goals for a New Year // Insights with Mike Katounas and Rick Holtz 19:16

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Mastering Onboarding, Training, and Team Communication // A Q&A Bonus Episode With C4C 42:47

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From Rockstar Aspirations to Painting Success // The Entrepreneurial Journey of Ron Rice 47:05

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From Garage Floors to Spray Guns // Chris Soule's Entrepreneurial Journey in Cabinet Painting 55:12

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Navigating the Sales Landscape // Carl Utter's Journey to Training the Best in Paint Contractor Sales 41:29

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Mastering the Sales Process & KPIs: Tips from Mike Katounas, C4C Coach and Owner of Home Works Painting 46:33

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Differentiating Your Company, Team Communication, and Hiring // Listener Q&A with Mike Katounas and Rick Holtz 43:31

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Transforming the World of Paint Contracting: An Insightful Journey with Tom Droste, the Visionary Behind Estimate Rocket 51:31

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Creating a Million-Dollar Business with Kevin Wooten of Carolina Painting & Pressure Washing 1:11:56

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Unlocking Human Behavior for Better Hiring and Stronger Relationships with Art Snarzyk 47:19

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From Painter to Multi-Million Dollar Business Owner: John Neubert's Journey to Success in the Painting Industry 54:18

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Transforming a Struggling Business into a Profitable Venture // Phil VanderLaan of PMV Custom Finishes 33:38

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Embracing The Holtz Way: A Multi-Million Dollar Story // Rick Holtz of H.J. Holtz & Son, Inc. 46:06

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Keeping Busy When You're Slow, Marketing, And Our Thoughts on Backlogs // Q&A with Mike Katounas 25:25

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Hiring Subs and Project Managers // Q&A with Mike Katounas of Home Works Painting 19:37

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Invest In Your Team and Quit Trying To Be Superman // Mark Black of Men In White Painting 44:54

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It's Not About Me // Nick Lauro of Lauro Painting 39:21

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Welcome to the Beyond $1,000,000 Podcast // Mike Katounas of Home Works Painting 37:15

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