Elite Business Advice Podcast

Have you heard about the Paint It Forward initiative the PCA is launching for October this year? In this episode we interview PCA Creative Director, Chad Schirmer to discuss the details of the event, tips to make it a success, and how giving back to your community can also help your branding and positioning in your local market! For more information or to sign up to participate, visit the PCA Pain...

How do you know when to niche down and focus on your core business function? We answer this question in today’s episode with Inspired By U founder, Corrie Leister. Corrie shares details on why they focus only on kitchen cabinet painting and the systematic business model they’ve developed to execute their game plan! Need help determining what part of your business is your most profitable, systemati...

Everyone knows a picture is worth a thousand words, but how much is a video worth in your business? In this episode, Levi Kirby, co-founder of Splycehouse, joins us to share how and why you should use videos in your business to maximize your credibility, professionalism and perceived value!  Do you need a professional video done for your company? Reach out to Levi at: Levi@splycehouse.com !

Have you ever thought about starting a side hustle with the intention that it could eventually replace your job? In today’s episode, Dan Cheseldine joins us to share his entrepreneurial journey of starting Metro East Soft Wash as a side business while having a full time job and raising 3 girls to it replacing his full-time income! Looking to start or scale up a side hustle? Schedule a free busines...

There are over 6,500 pages in the IRS Tax Code, but did you know that 95% of those pages are outlining legitimate business deductions to reduce your taxable income? In today’s episode we chat with our bookkeeping and payroll specialist, Crystal Scott, to highlight some key deductions that can reduce your taxable income this year Are you looking for a new bookkeeper or for someone to handle your pa...

One common occurrence we see with many of our clients is taking on projects that aren’t in their wheelhouse. This often leads to burn out, frustration, lack of profitability, and worst of all, clustering their schedule. In today’s episode we break down why people take on the wrong projects, how to overcome it, and what you need to do to ensure you’re taking on projects that suit your business and...

We all know that systems are a necessity to any business, but have you ever wondered what the 3 most important systems are that your business needs? Jason Paris, Owner of Paris Painting and Aleph Holdings joins us on this episode to share how he has systematized multiple businesses to over $10 Million so that he isn’t the magic in the business! Need help implementing these systems and scaling your...

Many times, business owners make decisions based on their feelings and emotions instead of the data they should be utilizing. This is also why there is often a gap between where a business owner is and where they want to be. In today’s episode, Nick Slavik of Nick Slavik Painting and Restoration joins us to share the 3 areas of your business that you should be tracking data and using it daily for...

Being a business owner is a completely different dynamic to life than having a job with a structure, but have you ever wondered what it’s like from your spouse’s perspective? Listen in to hear what Christina Moore, wife of Elite Business Advisor’s Founder Chris Moore, has to share about the Pros and Cons of being married to an entrepreneur and a few key things that can help strengthen your marriag...

Most people know and understand what their priorities are in life, but if you look at their calendar and their bank account it’s obvious, they aren’t living them out. In today’s episode, Mark Warren joins us to talk about the Big Rocks of Life and the 6 F’s to focus on to ensure you live out your life’s priorities. Are you struggling to find time or increase your profitability so that you can affo...

No one likes to talk about worst case scenarios in business. No one also likes to eat salads instead of burgers, but we do it because we know we need to! In today’s episode Mike Babcock joins us to talk about commercial insurance, making sure you’re protected if something should happen, and a few of the most common mistakes contractors make when it comes to their insurance. Have questions about yo...

There are 2 key things that can help propel your business to the top of your industry: treating it like a business owner and benchmarking and learning from other business owners in your field. In today’s episode, Jason Paris and Nick Slavik join us to share how these 2 things have propelled them to the top of the painting industry in Minnesota. Working on professionalizing your business but aren’t...

Would it be nice to have an entire training system laid out in front of you for your new employee’s? Good news, it’s coming! Luke Reynolds with All In Painting out of Indianapolis joins us on this episode to share about the state accredited painting apprenticeship program they’re launching this year in Indiana with plans to expand nationwide by the end of the year. Struggling with the employee por...

Do you know what the #1 argument is most couples have every day? In today’s episode Cayle Alldredge joins us to share how she helps solve the “what’s for dinner” conversation most busy families struggle with and her entrepreneurial journey to helping thousands of families all over the country! Connect with Cayle on Instagram: @caylealldredge or via email: info@caylealldredge.com .

·      One common mistake business owner’s make is they don’t charge enough for the experience and value they provide to their clients. In today’s episode Sam Salah is back with us to discuss a few factors you should be taking into your pricing model! Trying to figure out what your ideal price point should be? Schedule a free business analysis meeting with us at www.elitebusinessadvising.com!

In today’s episode we chat with Steve Thomas about his concept “Going From Stuck to On” to help you identify when you are stuck in life or your business, how to move on from it and how to avoid getting stuck!   Do you feel like you’re stuck in your business? Schedule a free business analysis meeting with us at www.elitebusinessadvising.com !

Do you ever feel like your business is profitable, but you don’t know where the money is going? In this episode we recap the talk we gave at the PCA Expo about job costing, cashflow, and determining your monthly breakeven revenue goal!   For access to any of the spreadsheets mentioned in this episode, email Chris at Chris@elitebusinessadvising.com .

Have you ever done something that you enjoy as a hobby and gathered feedback that you should take it and run with it? In today’s episode, Nathan Parchman, Co-Owner of Nitro Family Foods, shares the entrepreneurial journey that he and his wife Nicole have been on over the last decade turning their homemade salsa into a thriving business in downtown O’fallon! Is your mouth watering for some salsa? V...

Do you ever feel like running 1 business is tough and you couldn’t imagine having to run 2 businesses? You aren’t alone! In this episode, Joel and Shannon Conner join us to talk about how they manage running 4 businesses between the 2 of them and the strategy they used along the journey to know when it was time for the next adventure. If your business is stressing you out because of a lack of orga...

In today’s episode, Chris Barth with Bradford National Bank joins us to discuss how a commercial loan officer can be an asset to you and your business, as well as how to prepare if you expect you may be in need of a loan in the coming years! Have questions or want to chat with Chris about how he can help your business? Email him at: ChrisBarth@bradfordbank.com or call him at (618) 664-2206. Do you...

What is your mindset when it comes to your competition? Do you have a mindset of abundance by seeing an opportunity to benchmark and collaborate together or as a threat to your business? In today’s episode we interview Shane Fast with Renew Painting of the Carolina’s and Brian Hepfer with HD Painting and Stain to discuss what collaboration is all about! Want to collaborate and learn from other bus...

Have you ever wondered if writing a book could be a benefit to your business? The answer is YES! Chandler Bolt, Founder of Self-Publishing School, joins us to share how he has utilized books to generate leads, revenue, and referrals for his businesses over the years. For a FREE COPY (First 50 People) of Chandler’s newest book Published : The Proven Path From Blank Page to 10,000 Copies Sold visit:...

Does your business provide the financial and time options to achieve the goals and dreams you know you’re capable of? In today’s episode, Colin Ahlvers joins us to share some insight on how he uses Squared Up Golf to help him pursue his goal of playing on the PGA Tour. For more information on Squared Up Golf, visit: www.squaredupgolf.com If you’re looking for insight on how to help run your busine...

Have you ever told someone what you do, and your description was so far off they tried to clarify and were nowhere near what you actually do? In this episode, Chris interviews Andrew Gibson, author of What’s Your URP? and breaks down how to clarify your messaging for the classic question: “what do you do?” to generate more interest and referrals for your business! To connect with Andrew, visit: ww...

The term “business plan” is often a negative word to many business owners, but they serve a very useful purpose!! In today’s episode, Jo Ann Dimaggio May, Director of the Illinois Small Business Development Center For the Metro East at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville joins us to share how they help business owners create and utilize their business plans in the day to day operations of bu...