Archive for July, 2009


Goal setting for the successful painter Part 3

Monday, July 27th, 2009

con’d from last Monday’s article
Step 3- Take persistent action
Motivational speaker Anthony Robbins says, “Goals are just a dream with a deadline.” Make up your mind that you’ll do something everyday that brings you closer to your goals. Your business goals should reflect and support your personal goals
Become selfish about how you spend your time. Get [...]

Goal setting for the successful painter Part 2

Monday, July 20th, 2009

Step 2- Write your goals down
The simple act of putting your goals in writing makes them visible and more tangible. It’s no longer just a though in your head. Seeing it on paper will help you to determine your priorities, get organized, and find it easier to stay focused on what you want.
Write your goal [...]

Goal setting for the successful painter Part 1

Monday, July 13th, 2009

By Terry Begue
One thing all successful business owners have in common is that they are intensely goal oriented. They know what they want, and, are willing to do whatever it takes to accomplish what they set their sights on.
When I started my painting business I didn’t have a plan, I took any job I could [...]

How to go from house painter to business owner Part 3

Monday, July 6th, 2009

Developing the skills needed to operate a successful painting business sometimes means having to wear a lot of hats. On any given day I could be found starting the crew on a job, then getting on the cell phone to set up tomorrows job while driving to yesterdays job to do a touch up and [...]