Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will be chatting with Brian Cooney, a fellow Dirty Painter and founder of Pretty Boy Paint Cleaner, about his vision for his product and his overall experience in the painting industry. Listen in and discover the inspiration behind Pretty Boy, the challenges faced during its development, and the strategies employed to market and grow the brand. Whether you're a seasoned painter or just startin...
Nov 08, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will be talking with John Harlow, CEO of Tier 1 Pest Solutions in Tampa Bay, about the commonalities and challenges you can find within the trades business. Listen in as they discuss how John started his business, the challenges he faces as a business owner, especially in the beginning and how he overcame them. Gain firsthand knowledge and practical advice about trades business in this episode...
Nov 01, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will be breaking down the top 10 marketing terms and metrics you need to know to measure and improve your campaign's success. Listen as they break down these key concepts and provide actionable tips for optimizing your ads. Whether you're running your own ads or working with an agency, this episode will equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions and drive more leads for your paint...
Oct 25, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will be talking about the most common financial mistakes painting business contractors make and offer practical solutions to avoid them. Listen as they share practical tips and strategies to improve your financial health, streamline your business operations, and achieve long-term financial success. Learn from real-life examples and expert advice to ensure your business stays financially health...
Oct 18, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will be discussing the 10 most common reasons why your marketing strategies might be failing. From targeting the wrong audience to neglecting digital presence, they will uncover the pitfalls that are holding your business back. Listen in as they share valuable insights and actionable tips to help you improve your marketing game. Get ready to gain the knowledge and tools you need to elevate you...
Oct 11, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will be giving you 10 WAYS TO PROTECT YOURSELF as a painting business owner. From detailed contracts and clear communication to liability waivers and payment milestones, they cover it all. Don't let unexpected challenges derail your success. Tune in to gain valuable insights and protect your painting business like a pro! To stay updated with the Dirty Painters, follow https://www.instagram.co...
Oct 04, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, the GLASS MASTER HIMSELF will be teaching you how to leverage your sales as a cabinet business owner to grow to 1 MILLION! Listen in as he provides actionable steps to better your efficiency strategy and increase your sales. Make sure to listen to last week’s episode to be all caught up! To stay updated with the Dirty Painters, follow https://www.instagram.com/dirtypainterspodcast/ , Redion http...
Sep 27, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, Karmelo, AKA the GLASS MASTER HIMSELF, is going solo to explain how YOU can start your own MILLION DOLLAR cabinet painting business! Listen in as Karmelo gives you all the basics: from crafting your brand to key marketing strategies to get your shop up and running. He also gives you a detailed timeline to follow, with specific dates and goals to keep you on track! To stay updated with the Dirty Pai...
Sep 20, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, we will be explaining the BIGGEST JOB PRICING MISTAKES that you are likely making as a painter! We want to make sure you avoid these mistakes to get the most bang for your buck. Listen in to ensure you are pricing your jobs effectively, saving and MAKING you money in the long run. To stay updated with the Dirty Painters, follow https://www.instagram.com/dirtypainterspodcast/ , Redion https://...
Sep 13, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, we will be revealing the TOP TEN BIGGEST mistakes that you can make as a painting business owner! Trust us-- we've witnessed these mistakes first hand. Listen in to make sure you are avoiding these mistakes at all costs as a painting business owner. To stay updated with the Dirty Painters, follow https://www.instagram.com/dirtypainterspodcast/ , Redion https://www.instagram.com/olympian_redion/...
Sep 05, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will be breaking down the basics of bookkeeping for painters. They will explain why it’s so important for your business, some key terms you need to know, and how this knowledge can benefit you in the long run! To stay updated with the Dirty Painters, follow https://www.instagram.com/dirtypainterspodcast/ , Redion https://www.instagram.com/olympian_redion/ , and Karmelo https://www.instagr...
Aug 30, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will be giving you the secrets to how they help trade business owners make MORE money through their own bookkeeping software that they created, called Kloudbooks. Listen in to learn how knowing your numbers and getting help from a Professional CPA and Trades Business Coach can help you not only save money, but make MORE money in the long run! To stay updated with the Dirty Painters, follow ht...
Aug 23, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will be diving into the TOP TEN things TOP-PERFORMING sales people do differently than the average individual. Listen in to learn how you can apply these strategies to your daily routine! From learning from their mistakes to tracking data, these habits are KEY to become a high-performing salesperson. To stay updated with the Dirty Painters, follow https://www.instagram.com/dirtypainterspodcas...
Aug 16, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will take you into the world of Instagram marketing for the painting industry. From building a strong brand identity to running effective ad campaigns, learn how to leverage this powerful platform to grow your business and generate leads. Listen in as Redion and Karmelo share how to stand out in a crowded market and turn your Instagram presence into a profitable sales funnel. Get ready to disc...
Aug 09, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they are celebrating a major milestone for their painting business: winning TAMPA BAY’S BEST PAINTERS award for two years in a row! They will share what this award means for their business and delve into the strategies they used to come out on top. Listen in as Redion and Karmelo uncover their secrets behind their ward-winning customer service and high-quality work. Tune in to learn how they've bui...
Aug 02, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will be discussing the TOP REASONS why most painters are often BROKE, even when they’re busy. From hidden subscription fees to overspending on equipment, they'll uncover the financial traps that can drain your business profits. Listen in as Redion and Karmelo share their actionable tips and strategies on how to boost your bottom line, avoid pitfalls, and achieve financial stability in your pai...
Jul 26, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will be giving you a step-by-step guide on how to start your painting business in 2024. They will cover anything you need to know like the essential steps to set up your business structure and legalities to the key equipment and supplies to invest in for starting out. Listen in to Redion and Karmelo as they share some of their own personal tips and tricks. Whether you're a complete beginner or...
Jul 19, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will discuss why 2024 is a particularly good time to start a painting business. They will cover reasons like the growing housing market, a younger generation of homeowners who are more likely to hire out painting jobs, and the ease of starting and running a painting business. Listen in to Redion and Karmelo as they explain the benefits of the painting business including low barrier to entry, r...
Jul 12, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will share their secrets for building a STRONG TEAM of employees from giving you all the tips and tricks on hiring practices, incentivization and retention. Listen in as Redion and Karmelo teach you how to stop wasting time and money on unreliable employees, and finally build a team you can count on! If you’re a painting business owner who is lost in your hiring process, this episode is for yo...
Jul 05, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will discuss the importance of branding for painting businesses, how to showcase professionalism on social media, and ways to avoid key man risk. Listen in as Redion and Karmelo debunk the myth that influencer marketing is a good way to make money for painting businesses. They will uncover the real gems by exploring why building a strong brand that converts viewers into clients is a far superi...
Jun 28, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In today’s episode, these brothers will be sharing their secrets on how trades business owners, especially those who are just starting out, can utilize strategic relationships to obtain free leads. Listen in as Redion and Karmelo give away the EXACT scripts they use when reaching out to designers, general contractors, and realtors in the area. Don’t miss out on learning about their very successful customer referral...
Jun 21, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will not only share battle-tested tips and tricks to keep you fired up, but also explain some of their real-life experiences dealing with sales slumps and rude customers. Join Redion and Karmelo as they explain the pitfalls of short-term thinking and how crafting a powerful long-term vision can fuel your journey towards scaling your business. So, if you're ready to ditch the distractions and s...
Jun 14, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, they will teach you how to confidently price your service, effectively explain your value and how to kill your customer with kindness. Listen in to Redion and Karmelo as they explain some major objections that they hear almost EVERY DAY, and how to overcome them by effectively explaining your value. If you’re in the painting industry, you definitely don’t want to miss this one! To stay updated with...
Jun 07, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, Karmelo and Redion will be giving you the best tips on how to make sure your business is getting CONSISTENT LEADS to ensure job security. Keep in mind- you need to keep your employees busy and happy. They will touch on some of the mistakes they learned from their old boss, which inspired them to create a successful painting business of their own. To stay updated with the Dirty Painters, follow htt...
May 30, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In today’s episode, Karmelo will be asking Redion about his biggest takeaways after spending a weekend in Las Vegas with Alex Hormozi and his team! Listen in to Redion’s valuable insights about growing his business, creating content, and pushing yourself to always DO MORE! This episode is jam-packed with information from Hormozi himself that you DO NOT want to miss. To stay updated with the Dirty Painters, follow ...
May 24, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In today’s episode, they will be teaching you how to scale your trades business to the NEXT LEVEL. These exact startegies and mindsets were used to take their business, Olympian Painting, from about 500K a year to seven figures a year! Listen to last week’s episode about starting out from scratch, and then come back to learn how to DOUBLE your sales! To stay updated with the Dirty Painters, follow https://www.inst...
May 17, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo, owners of 7-Figure business, Olympian Painting! In this episode, they will be teaching you how to start your own painting business FROM SCRATCH! They'll cover not only the basics but also share the best practices to help you reach 500k within the first year of operation. Whether you're considering starting a painting business or aiming to elevate your small business to the next level, this episode is a must-listen!...
May 10, 2024•54 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, these 7-figure business owners educate their listeners on the best tips and tricks on down-selling. Listen in as they tap into the psychology behind your customer’s decisions and the best strategies they have found! Keep in mind, this concept is focused on the ethical way to down-sell— if you give the customer something off, they can give you something in return! Tune in to hear all of the differen...
May 03, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, listen in as guest, Shadi Fram (CPA), shares his expertise on bookkeeping in the trades industry. Join as Redion and Karmelo explain how knowing their numbers helped scale their business dramatically. Redion and Shadi combined their expertise to launch a new venture, KLOUDBOOKS- a bookkeeping platform made by contractors, for contractors. Check it out at https://kloudbooks.biz/ ! To stay updated wi...
Apr 26, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Welcome back to the Dirty Painters Podcast with your hosts, Redion & Karmelo! In this episode, the brothers will be sharing their very successful, and very valuable, 10 step sales process that has been used to scale their 7-figure business, Olympian Painting. Listen in as Redion and Karmelo explain how they have tried every process out there, spending thousands on sales training and extensive research. They combined the best principles into 10 steps and are ready to share how you can seamles...
Apr 19, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 11
