Profitable Painter Podcast

Profitable Painter Podcast

Profitable Painter Podcast is a rich resource for anyone interested in starting, running, and scaling a professional painting business, offering valuable insights, strategies, and interviews with industry leaders. Through case studies and in-depth discussions, we deliver a vivid picture of the painting industry, with a disclaimer that any financial or tax information is general and not a substitute for professional advice.

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May 2, 2025 36 mins

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In this powerful episode of the Profitable Painter Podcast, host Daniel Honan sits down with Gene Harris, owner of multiple Painter 1 locations and founder of Hoosier Admin, for an inspiring conversation about building a business with intention and impact.

Jean shares how his background in the Navy and property management helped shape his mindset as a business owner. But what truly sparked his entrepreneurial drive was...

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Paint, Profits & People: The Leadership Edge

In this episode of the Profitable Painter Podcast, host Daniel Honan sits down with Andrew Dwyer, publisher of American Painting Contractor (APC) and a trusted voice in the industry for over 30 years. Together, they dive deep into what really sets successful painting contractors apart from the rest, and it's not just talent or tools.

With his decades of experience an...

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Mike Beaulieu shares his journey from starting a painting business during the 2008 recession to selling his $2 million company, crediting his success to email marketing strategies that maintained 40-50% open rates and consistently reactivated past customers.

• Started painting business in 2008 during recession, sold it after growing to over $2 million in annual revenue
• Realized clients forget painting c...

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Daniel, a CPA who works exclusively with painting businesses, and Richard Dunton, an enrolled agent, discuss the financial considerations for commercial painting as a way to smooth out seasonal dips in business. They explore the differences between direct B2B commercial relationships versus working under a general contractor, highlighting the challenges and opportunities of each approach.

• Two types of comme...

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Proper separation between business and personal finances is critical for protecting your painting business, minimizing tax liabilities, and ensuring legal protection through your LLC or corporation.

• Five key reasons to avoid co-mingling finances: legal protection, reduced audit risk, maximizing deductions, maintaining loan eligibility, and proper owner compensation
• Mixing personal and business finance...

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March 28, 2025 23 mins

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 In this episode, we speak about the challenges and opportunities in the industry. We explore strategies for scaling a painting business, improving profitability, and avoiding common pitfalls that many entrepreneurs face. 

This conversation covers essential topics such as pricing services effectively, streamlining operations, and leveraging marketing to attract high-value clients. Richard Dunton shares insights on how ...

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This episode focuses on the critical role of hiring back office support to enhance productivity in painting businesses. We discuss how a virtual assistant can help alleviate overwhelm and improve service delivery.

• Importance of hiring back office support 
• Common bottlenecks faced by painting business owners 
• Differences between hiring freelancers and BPOs 
• Steps to find the right virtual a...

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Uncover the keys to navigating IRS tax issues for painting business owners with expert insights from Richard Dunton, a seasoned Enrolled Agent. Learn how understanding and tackling your tax obligations can alleviate the stress of dealing with IRS scrutiny. In our conversation, Richard explains what it means to be an Enrolled Agent and the role they play in representing and advocating for taxpayers. We explore the ment...

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Cody Hall shares invaluable strategies for painting business owners struggling with administrative bottlenecks, explaining how hiring a virtual assistant can dramatically improve operations and revenue potential for businesses in the $350K-$1M range. 

• Virtual administrative support helps painting business owners stop wearing all the hats
• Missing just 10 phone calls monthly could cost a painting busine...

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Unlock the secrets to smarter tax planning with insights from Daniel, founder of Bookkeeping for Painters, and Richard, our advising director. Understanding tax strategies might just be your ticket to financial growth. Discover how tax deferral isn't just about postponing payments—it's a pathway to reinvestment and future financial success. From income deferral and expense acceleration to maximizing retireme...

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Can video technology transform an entire industry? Join us as we explore this intriguing possibility with James Hatfield, the visionary Chief Revenue Officer at LiveSwitch. With his unique blend of entrepreneurial experience in both painting and tech, James shares his innovative journey from handling paintbrushes to tech solutions. Uncover how video technology is not only streamlining operations but also redefining cu...

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Step into the world of strategic growth and propel your painting business into a prosperous future! Join Daniel Honan, CPA and Richard Dunton, EA as we promise to unlock the secrets of transforming aspirations into attainable realities through the art of SMART goal setting. Explore how visionaries like Jeff Bezos turned mere wishes into global empires, and learn to craft a roadmap that guides you from today’s dreams t...

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Unlock the secrets of turning potential leads into loyal customers as we sit down with Caleb Plitos, founder of Taurify, a marketing agency specializing in the painting industry. Caleb's journey from accounting to marketing is a testament to the power of following one's passion for content creation and storytelling. Discover how his pioneering work in the realm of lead generation, especially through platform...

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Unlock the secrets to maximizing your tax savings with expert insights from Daniel, the founder of Bookkeeping for Painters, and Richard, the advising director. Discover how the home office deduction can transform your business finances, whether you're an entrepreneur running a painting company or managing a side hustle. This episode promises to arm you with practical strategies to leverage IRS home office defini...

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Unlock the secrets to scaling your business by mastering the art of constraint management. Join us as Bookkeeping for Painters' founder, Daniel, and advising director, Richard, reveal how pinpointing bottlenecks and prioritizing resources can propel your business to new heights. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos, we uncover how focusing on high-ROI tasks can transform your growth traj...

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Unlock the secrets to transforming your painting business with insights from Julien Laplante, the founder of Home Run Marketing. Julien takes us on a journey through his personal connection to the painting industry, inspired by his father's career as a painting contractor. His expertise shines as he shares tailored marketing strategies specifically for painting contractors, pointing out common pitfalls like under...

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Unlock the secrets of navigating 2025's tax landscape with Daniel, the innovative mind behind Bookkeeping for Painters, and Richard, our insightful advising director. As we transition into a new year filled with legislative shifts, get ready to understand the ramifications of the court's back-and-forth decisions on the Corporate Transparency Act and the intriguing fate of Beneficial Ownership Information Rep...

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Prepare to revolutionize your approach to tax season bookkeeping with insights that promise to transform chaos into order. What if the demise of a major bookkeeping service like Bench could actually be your golden opportunity to get ahead? You'll discover the secret weapons top businesses are using to stay tax-ready all year round, maximizing deductions and minimizing stress. Our conversation uncovers efficient m...

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Unlock the secrets of strategic budgeting for your business's growth as we sit down with Daniel, the visionary founder of Bookkeeping for Painters, and Richard, the insightful advising director. Set your sights on a prosperous 2025 with actionable strategies tailored for painting businesses, like setting and surpassing revenue goals using a $2 million target as our benchmark. Discover how to craft a robust sales ...

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