PaintED Podcast

In this episode of the Elite Business Advice Podcast, Chris Moore dives into one of the most important topics in the painting industry: job costing. As part three of the Back to Basics series, this episode breaks down what job costing is, how to do it correctly, and how to use financial data to make smarter business decisions. You’ll learn which numbers you should be looking at, how knowing your net cash flow helps with hiring and overhead decisions, and how this one system often uncovers dozens of opportunities for improvement. Want access to our free no-strings attached job costing resource? Email Chris at Chris@elitebusinessadvisors.com to receive a copy! Need help understanding your financial metrics in your business? Schedule a free business analysis meeting with us at www.elitebusinessadvisors.com!

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In this episode of the Elite Business Advice Podcast, we kick off the new Back to Basics Series, designed to help painting contractors refocus on the fundamentals that truly move the needle in 2026. One of the biggest challenges we see when coaching business owners isn’t a lack of knowledge—it’s a lack of organization and follow-through. Great ideas and systems don’t matter if nothing actually gets done. This episode breaks down how to build a simple, repeatable to-do system that works for both your personal life and your business, how to establish clear rhythms and frequencies for important tasks like job costing, cash flow management, and goal reviews, and how to break large projects into manageable action steps to avoid overwhelm. Need help implementing new systems or structure in what we mention in this episode? Schedule a free business analysis meeting with us at www.elitebusinessadvisors.com!

The contractors that are winning with AI aren’t asking “what more can I do?” They’re asking: “How do I do my existing tasks at a tenth of the price?” As David Jenyns, author of Systemology and Systems Champion says: “just because you can do it, doesn’t mean you should do it.” Check out the full episode with David for more tips on using AI, automations, and smart hires to systemize your business fast.

In this second episode of the Back to Basics series on the Elite Business Advice Podcast, host Chris Moore breaks down one of the most overlooked systems in a painting business: your calendar. Many contractors feel busy all the time, yet still fall behind on important work, and usually it’s because they aren’t honoring their calendar as a true productivity tool. Chris shares practical ways to use your calendar as a system by setting up repeating events to guarding your time by focusing on your big rock priorities for 2026. Need help implementing this system or others into your business? Schedule a free business analysis meeting with us at www.elitebusinessadvisors.com!

What does it truly mean to hire Ideal Team Players for your contracting business? Look for Patrick Lencioni’s three simple virtues: Hungry, Humble, and Smart. But it’s worth unpacking these virtues, since they’re not exactly what they seem. Whether you’ve read the book or not, this video is a great summary of Pat’s bestselling framework for hiring the right people into your business.

Recorded live at Lift Off 2026, Brandon Pierpont delivers “Practical Marketing: A Playbook for Winning on Meta and More”. He explains what makes Meta ads cheaper, what makes prospects trust you faster, and why “more leads” is not the real answer. He lays out the micro sales that quietly decide whether you win the job, earn the review, and keep the customer for life.

After spending years learning the value of community and connection in the Breakthrough Academy coaching program, Ryan Lermitte decided to focus on becoming more present with those around him. So he made a move many contractors would struggle to do: he turned his phone into a brick. In other words, he shut all his notifications off, cut distractions and refused to let the constant dopamine hits interfere with his conversations and relationships. Would you ever try this?

Recorded live at the PCA Commercial Contractor Conference, Brandon Pierpont breaks down what actually drives profitable commercial painting work and what to ignore. He walks through the moves that tighten your funnel, improve conversions, and lower acquisition costs, plus the behind-the-scenes habits that build trust fast with commercial buyers. If you want more consistent commercial leads without wasting time on random tactics, this episode will give you the direction and next steps.

As 2026 gets underway and we move past “Quitters Day,” it’s time to talk about something more powerful than motivation or New Year’s resolutions: awareness. In this episode of the Elite Business Advice Podcast, host Chris Moore explains why simply seeing the truth—in your personal life and your business—can create massive change without complex systems or willpower. You’ll learn which personal and business metrics every painting contractor should be tracking in 2026, how to build simple dashboards to create clarity, and why awareness alone often leads to better choices, stronger leadership, and improved results. If you want more control, less stress, and a clearer path forward this year, this episode will help you start by simply paying attention. Need help implementing new systems or creating awareness in what we mention in this episode? Schedule a free business analysis meeting with us at www.elitebusinessadvisors.com!

A great exercise to do in life periodically or at minimum annually is to think through what you need to stop doing, start doing, and keep on doing both in your personal life and business. In this episode, we’ll share a framework to think through as well as 2 important keys to ensuring you follow through on these things both for you personally and in your business! Need help implementing new systems or discovering what you don’t know this year? Schedule a free business analysis meeting with us at www.elitebusinessadvisors.com!

Have you ever wondered what some common trends are here in the painting industry? Or maybe what some common mistakes are that you want to ensure you avoid? On today’s episode our good friend Michelle Dambrowitz is back with us to ask some questions on what we see as we benchmark with 100’s of painting contractors in the industry to provide some insight on what works well, common pitfalls, and what doesn’t work on the business growth journey. Want to make sure you avoid these pitfalls and have someone looking out for you? Schedule a free business analysis meeting with us at www.elitebusinessadvisors.com!

On our first ever Guest Host episode, our good friend Michelle Dambrowitz takes over the host seat to interview Elite Business Advisor founder Chris Moore. With a lot of burning questions from a contractors perspective, Michelle wanted to ask Chris some key questions that she hears a lot when recommending a coach to someone. If you’ve ever wondered what it looked like to work with a business coach or consultant, this is a great episode to know what to look for and how to find one that’s a great fit for you! Exploring working with a coach as you head into 2026? Schedule a free business analysis meeting with us at www.elitebusinessadvisors.com to see if we’re a good fit!

In this episode, Brandon Pierpont moderates a Residential Painting Success Panel on what will actually work in 2026. Hear the exact, ROI-driven plays: disciplined speed-to-lead follow-up, in-home review capture with QR codes, value builders like free touch-ups for life and color consults, smart upsells after the sale, ethical downsells, and a balanced mix of direct mail, local outreach, and paid ads to keep pipeline and profit strong.

Today we talk about a different kind of mindset conversation—the lens successful entrepreneurs use in every decision: How does this come across to my customers, my employees, and my market? Because in 2026, the difference between a professional painting company and a “hobby business” often shows up in the small things—your voicemail, email responses, bid writing, social media presence, uniforms, scheduling conversations, and confidence in yourself. Need help working on your mindset and business heading into 2026? Schedule a free business analysis meeting with us at www.elitebusinessadvisors.com!

Holiday season means it’s time to plan your 2026 marketing strategy. In this episode, Chris Moore shows painting contractors how to calculate their true lead needs and turn those numbers into a focused marketing plan. He breaks down the three essential buckets of marketing—organic/referral, digital, and neighborhood—and how each one supports your sales goals. With strategies for everything from LSAs to social media to door hangers, you’ll learn how to build a plan that’s intentional instead of random. If you’re tired of guessing at marketing, this episode gives you a clear roadmap for the year ahead. Need help creating a comprehensive marketing plan for the year? Schedule a free business analysis meeting with us at www.elitebusinessadvisors.com!

Did you know that most contractors don’t lose money because of bad clients — they lose money because they avoid uncomfortable conversations? In today’s episode of the Elite Business Advice Podcast, host Chris Moore breaks down how systems, structure, and communication can eliminate the stress around tough conversations and protect your profits, reputation, and culture. The good news? Hard conversations aren’t a personality trait — they’re a skill. And skills can be learned, practiced, and strengthened. With the right systems, scripts, and structure, even the toughest conversations become easier and far less emotional. Need help navigating these hard conversations? Schedule a free business analysis meeting with us at www.elitebusinessadvisors.com!

In this episode, Brandon Pierpont hosts the Commercial Painting Success Panel to unpack what’s actually working in commercial painting right now. Hear how top contractors target ideal clients, quickly pre-qualify, choose general contractor work versus direct-to-owner, protect margins, and manage cash flow through long cycles so you can build a healthier backlog and repeat revenue.

Winter is here — and for many painting contractors, this season brings the familiar question: “How do I make the most of my time?” In this episode of the Elite Business Advice Podcast, host Chris Moore shares a practical framework to help you use the slower months to strengthen your business, sharpen your systems, and set yourself up for a successful 2026. You’ll learn: 🧾 What financial systems need attention during winter (time tracking, materials, expense processes) 📣 How to tighten your marketing plan, content strategy, and budget for 2026 📞 Ways to upgrade your sales process, customer experience, and estimating workflow 👥 What to refine in your recruiting and onboarding systems 🛠 The operational tools, SOPs, and project workflows that prevent chaos in busy season 🧹 Why winter is the perfect time to clean and declutter your shop, office, files, and personal life This season is about finding the sweet spot between resting and rebuilding. If you want to hit the ground running in 2026 with a more organized, efficient, and predictable painting business, this episode is your winter playbook. Need help figuring out what to work on this Winter? Schedule a free business analysis meeting with us at www.elitebusinessadvisors.com!

In this episode, Brandon Pierpont goes beyond ad tactics and shows painting contractors how to turn attention into revenue. Live from PCA’s Women in Paint, he breaks down winning Meta ads (CPM, conversion, creative that drives engagement), the “micro-sales” inside your sales process (speed-to-lead, pre-estimate value, selfie confirmations), and the review, referral, and neighborhood-take-rate plays that compound ROI. Practical, no-fluff steps to lower CPL, raise close rates, and build a profitable growth engine.