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May 7, 2024 41 mins

Lucia Tirondola, owner of Manor Works Painting, discusses the joys and challenges of owning a family-run business. She emphasizes the importance of teamwork and spending time together as a family. Lucia also shares her passion for community involvement and highlights her support for organizations like Passion for Community and Ellie's Hats. She provides tips for choosing paint colors and recommends working with a color consultant. Lucia also mentions the summer camp at her horse farm, Tailrace Farm, and the Christmas decor services offered by Manor Works Painting.


Takeaways


Owning a family-run business can be challenging but also rewarding, as it allows for more time spent together as a family.

Community involvement and supporting local organizations can be a fulfilling aspect of owning a business.

When choosing paint colors, it's important to consider personal preferences and work with a color consultant to find the right fit for each space.

Manor Works Painting offers a summer camp at their horse farm, Tailrace Farm, providing children with horseback riding lessons and other activities.

Manor Works Painting also offers Christmas decor services, providing professional-grade lighting and installation to enhance the holiday season.


Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Discussion of Family-Run Businesses

06:39 Expanding the Business to Include Christmas Decor Services

08:05 The Importance of Proper Paint and Maintenance

25:28 The Rise of Women in Leadership Roles in the Trades

34:27 Passion for Community and Tailrace Farm

37:37 Exclusive Loyalty Discounts for Clients


https://manorworks.com/

https://thesocialcollectives.com/


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