Archive for June, 2009
« Previous EntriesHow to go from house painter to successful business owner Part 2
Monday, June 29th, 2009Becoming a successful business owner means learning to leverage our time by hiring and training more people, and implementing routines and systems for turning out consistent, high quality work. Then leverage our money by utilizing faster, more efficient ways to apply more paint. Choosing to delegate rather than trying to solve everything ourselves, all while [...]
How to go from house painter to successful business owner Part 1
Monday, June 22nd, 2009If you own and operate a house painting business, as I have for the past thirty years. You’re probably well aware of the love-hate relationship we all face. Starting out putting all of our time and energy into working “on” our business, only to fall back into working “in” our business at the first sign [...]
Recession Proof Your Business Part 3
Monday, June 15th, 2009Con’d from last weeks article Recession Proof Your Business Part 2
4. Market yourself more, not less
In a lean economy, many small business owners make the mistake of cutting, or even eliminating their marketing budget entirely. However, lean times are exactly when your business needs marketing the most. Consumers are restless and looking to make changes [...]
Recession-Proof Your Business Part 2
Monday, June 8th, 2009Five ways to help your company thrive in a slumping economy con’d
2. Do this instead of cutting prices
Some contractors instantly drop their price when estimating a job they really want (or need). Instead of lowering your price, try offering related additional services for little or no charge. Services like pressure cleaning decks, fences, or cement [...]