Mike Gore-Hickman
Painter Growth Podcast
If you are a growth-oriented painting contractor, this is what you need. Growing a painting company can be overwhelming. Should I buy leads? How do I price this? What type of marketing should I do? How do I find reliable painters? Join us as we explore sales, marketing, hiring, finances, leadership and more - everything you need to know to scale and grow your painting business. Learn how to get more leads, close more sales, hire more painters, grow your production and make more money in your painting business-all while working less.@paintergrowth on Instagram. Https://www.paintergrowth.com
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Mike Gore-Hickman
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Latest episode
Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
Ep. 39 - Chris Wolf - How To Start and Scale Your Sales Team (Step By Step) 18.12.2023 51:45
In this episode, I sit down with Chris Wolf Co co-owner of Wolf & Wolf, a leading General Contracting Company operating in Western Washington. Join us as we discuss everything you need to consider if you want to scale your sales team, from the right interview questions, to how to identify a good sales rep and the benefits your company gets if you invest properly in sales and marketing. Learn m...
Ep. 38 - Paul Sanneman - How To Use AI To Simplify Your Recruiting Efforts 13.12.2023 42:28
In this episode, I sit down with Paul Sanneman, founder and president of Contractor Staffing Source. With over 40 years of experience as a Business Coach, Paul is now dedicated to helping his clients find the right people to work for their companies. Join us as we discuss the most common mistakes in the hiring process, the steps you need to take, and how to take advantage of one of this year'...
Ep 37. Kevin Wong - Bouncing Back From Bankruptcy - Why Environment Is Always Stronger Than Will. 11.12.2023 44:56
In this episode, I sit down with Kevin Wong, co-founder and CEO of Evolve One Media. Join us as we walk through his story, where we will learn about his beginnings as an entrepreneur from a very young age, the financial challenges he has gone through, and the habits and conscious decisions he has applied in his life that have led him to his stability and success today. Download our podcast-exclu...
Solo - Finding Meaning In It All 08.12.2023 22:54
In this solo episode, Mike talks about finding the purpose of your business, the why of everything you do, and how to set goals, and routines and become aware of the decisions you make, in your company. Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for your painting company: www.paintergrowth.com/podcast/ Learn how to grow your painting company NOW: go.paintergrowth.com?el=podcast Fre...
Ep 36. Jason Paris - How To Build Real Wealth (and Freedom) With Your Painting Business 06.12.2023 58:25
In this episode, I sit down with Jason Paris, founder and owner of Paris Painting and Aleph Holdings. Join us as we talk about Running, employees, investments, and everything you should implement in your business if you are really looking to grow your painting company. Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for your painting company: www.paintergrowth.com/podcast/ Learn how to grow...
Ep 35. Marko Sipila - His Entry (and Exit) From ServiceLegend - and Navigating the 3 Levels of Scale in your Service Business 04.12.2023 54:05
In this episode, I sit down with Marko Sipila, founder and CEO of CoatingLaunch . Join us to learn about his journey this year, the changes he has made in his life, in business and to learn a little more about Coating Launch, his new company oriented to offer coaching for Home Service companies. Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for your painting company: www.paintergrowth.com/...
Painter Growth Story - Elijah Goins; “Painter Growth is a Scam!” 01.12.2023 38:25
In this episode, I sit down with Elijah Goins, PainterGrowth.com client and owner of Pilot Painting. Join us to talk about his growth as a business owner and how he has leveraged PainterGrowth's systems to grow his business from having no work scheduled at all, to getting more leads, closing more estimates, improving his communication skills, and producing almost 170k in sales! Download our p...
Ep 34. Sheen Mayberry - PCA’s Partnership Manager; From Politics to Painting (and why you should go to the EXPO) 29.11.2023 40:53
In this episode, I sit down with Sheen Mayberry, the current Partnership Manager for the Painting Contractors Association. Join us to learn about his experience working with the PCA after several years in the world of politics and the military. We talked about upcoming PCA events and some of the major benefits you will receive if you attend! Become a PCA Member https://www.pcapainted.org/membersh...
Ep 33. Brad Ellison - How To Have A Sales Rep Close $1.5M For You. (Complete Guide) 27.11.2023 55:36
In this episode, I sit down one more time with Brad Ellison, Founder and CEO of Ellison Painting, Join us as we talk about the changes his business has undergone since he started working with a Sales Rep, we cover everything from compensation, hiring, the best profile for your Sales Rep, and tips to make your experience the best it can be! Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for y...
Solo - Are You TOO BUSY? LISTEN TO THIS! (Mike’s Priority Management HACK) 24.11.2023 23:26
In this Solo Episode, Mike walks you through his priority management system specifically geared to help you as a business owner get more time, money, and peace of mind from your company. Stick around and learn more about this system that we are sure will be of great value to you! Download Mike's Priority Management templates: paintergrowth.com/systems Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of...
Ep 32. - Jason Leber - From Five Star to Painter1 - How someone with NO painting experience opened 150+ franchise locations 22.11.2023 46:15
In this episode, I sit down with Jason Leber, Co-Founder of Painter1. Join us to find out more about how, despite having no experience in the painting business, he became a co-founder of Painter1, a franchise with over 150 locations where support and mentoring of franchisees are key to the development and growth of the business. If you want more information about working with Painter1 go to https:...
Ep. 31. Eric Fozz - The WORST Part About Starting My Painting Business… (is painting TOO EASY?) 21.11.2023 51:19
In this episode, I sit down with Eric Fozz CEO and Founder of Pathfinder Marketing. Join us to learn more about his journey of opening a painting company while continuing to manage his current marketing company. We will go through some of his challenges such as learning more about the work involved in painting and how he has managed to overcome the obstacles he faces in this new stage of his busi...
Ep 30. Tom Sylvester - How better personal relationships will help you scale your business 15.11.2023 54:38
In this episode, I sit down with Tom Sylvester, business consultant, entrepreneur, Co-Author of Lifestyle Builders, and Co-Founder of the Lifestyle Builders movement. Join us to learn more about his wonderful story of entrepreneurship and discover how is that during this journey he realized that having successful and conscious relationships is also key to growth in business. Download Tom's wor...
Ep 29. Jill Waters - The Face Behind the Sherwin Williams Pro+ App (And How To Use It To Grow Your Business) 13.11.2023 31:03
In this episode, I sit down with Jill Waters, Director of Digital Adoption at Sherwin Williams, She is the head of the team that developed the Sherwin-Williams PRO+ App. Join us as we learn more about the benefits you can get using the app and discuss the importance of digital tools for painting companies, Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for your painting company: www.painter...
Solo - Mike’s COMPLETE Recruiting Playbook (Podcast Exclusive) 10.11.2023 55:04
In this unique solo episode, Mike will be taking you through his complete recruiting playbook. Why this is important How to determine the role you need When to hire How to put your ad together Recruiting = marketing Getting a huge flow of applicants Saving time in the application process Mastering the interview AND MUCH MORE! If you enjoyed this episode, please let us know by rating the podcast or...
Ep 28. Jesse Teron - How to ACTUALLY exit your business (AND keep a cash cow!) 08.11.2023 49:03
In this episode, I sit down with Jesse Teron, owner of ColourCraft Painting Co. and PainterGrowth.com Contractor Coach. In this second round with Jesse, we discuss his current business system in which he has turned over operations to his general manager, thus taking a step back in operations such as estimates, sales, and more but maintaining the success of his company which generates over 1 Millio...
Ep 27. Brandon Healey - Add A Sales Rep, Increase Close Rate, and Use AI in Your Painting Business. (VP @ SumoQuote) 06.11.2023 59:28
In this episode I sit down with Brandon Healey, VP of Sales & Marketing at SumoQuote, after 10 years as a franchisee and coach at College Pro Painters he shifted into technology sales and is now leading the Sales & Marketing teams of one of the Top Sales Tools for painting contractors. Join us to learn more about the process of hiring a Sales Rep what that can mean for your business and t...
Painter Growth Story - Dave & Michelle’s Journey To Fulfillment (& Retirement) Through Their Painting Company 03.11.2023 34:52
In this episode, I sit down with Dave Norby, co-owner of Norby Painting, a painting company located in Charlotte NC, that has been serving this area for 37 years. Join us as we discover more about the things he has had to learn and unlearn to successfully manage his company as he along with his wife Michelle are seeking time, peace, and fulfillment at this stage of their life Learn how to grow you...
Ep 26. Nick Slavik - He got kicked in his mouth this summer! 01.11.2023 57:32
In this episode, we have Nick Slavik, Owner of Nick Slavik Painting & Restoration Co. and Chairman of the PCA for the second time! Join us as we talk about the challenges he is going through while running a company that produces $3M a year in sales and how he has managed to meet and overcome them successfully. Schedule with my team now for your FREE Growth Call: https://go.paintergrowth.com/s...
Ep 25. Tanner Mullen - Everything’s Your Fault (And What To Do About It) 30.10.2023 53:34
In this episode, I sit down with Tanner Mullen. Owner and CEO of Dripjobs. Join us as we discuss topics such as ownership, accountability, leadership, and how realizing all the responsibility you have in your company can help you grow. Learn how to grow your painting company NOW: go.paintergrowth.com?el=podcast Free business breakthrough session with my team: go.paintergrowth.com/schedule?el=pod...
Crossover Episode - Mike Gore-Hickman's Tips On Scaling Quickly (Profitable Painter Podcast) 27.10.2023 44:27
In this crossover episode of Painter Growth Podcast and The Profitable Painter Podcast, Daniel Honan, founder of Bookkeeping for Painters , interviews me and I reveal some of my best tips to scale your business. Join us to learn about hiring, production managers, compensation systems, and more! Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for your painting company: www.paintergrowth.com/pod...
Ep 24. Tom Reber - The Contractor Fight. How To Fix The S**t Between Your Ears 25.10.2023 54:21
In this episode, I sit down with Tom Reber, coach, entrepreneur, founder of The Contractor Fight , and host of The Contractor Fight Podcast . Join us as we talk about the fight that you need to win in your business, ownership, and how to overcome the feelings of victimhood that hold you back in your business. Download Tom's worksheet and start calculating a 50% gross profit on every job. http...
Ep 23. Lucas Jensen - The Three Things EVERY (Successful) Painting Contractor Needs... 23.10.2023 46:25
In this episode, I sit down with Lucas Jensen, founder and CEO of Forward Media Marketing Join us as we learn the 3 things you need as a painting contractor to have a successful business and review some of the keys to keeping your company afloat and successful during this last quarter of the year. Learn how to grow your painting company NOW: go.paintergrowth.com?el=podcast Free business breakth...
Crossover Episode - Mike Gore-Hickman's Complete Residential Sales System (Basecoat Brainiac Podcast) 20.10.2023 54:29
In this crossover episode, I sit down with Austin Houser, founder and CEO of Base Coat marketing. Join us as he interviews me about what I consider to be the perfect residential sales system. Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for your painting company: www.paintergrowth.com/podcast/ Learn how to grow your painting company NOW: go.paintergrowth.com?el=podcast Free business brea...
Ep 22. Austin Netzley - Scale From 6 to 7 Figures (without more hours or ad spend) 18.10.2023 48:38
In this episode I sit down with Austin Netzley, business investor, advisor, author, Founder and CEO of 2X . Join us as we discuss Frameworks, Operating Systems, and how you can scale your business from 6 to 7 figures without going insane on the attempt. Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for your painting company: www.paintergrowth.com/podcast/ Learn how to grow your painting...
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