Stripe It Like It's Hot is ecstatic to announce we have a new agreement to begin producing content under the Blacktop Banter brand! Marvin Joles is an incredible human who started Blacktop Banter in a similar way to how I have started this brand - but the difference is, he is on an absolute MISSION to bring a community of people together, raise the bar in the asphalt industry, and bring new ideas and concepts that I guarantee will change the entire asphalt industry. Learn more about this in toda...
Nov 23, 2022•14 min•Season 3Ep. 48
We all slow down in winter. But there's a lot you can do to set up for a massive 2023. This episode has 4 ideas to make your 2023 one of the best years yet! Get in touch with the show anytime! NEW WEBSITE: www.StripeItAcademy.com Instagram - @StripeItPodcast Facebook - Stripe It Like It's Hot YouTube - Stripe It Like It's Hot Email - Cam@StripeItPodcast.com
Oct 28, 2022•20 min•Season 2Ep. 47
If you started a striping business, you probably used (or still use) pricing "Per-Foot" or "Per Stall". I think there is a better way to do it. This is a deep dive into the nuances of why pricing everything per foot might be a mistake for you. There are so many other factors that get missed in this method of estimating, and my goal of this week's episode is to discuss why there is so many other expenses that might be getting missed or "guessed" when you price projects on a per foot or per stall ...
Oct 19, 2022•52 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Most new business owners fight the temptation to operate with a scarce mindset. What is a scarcity mindset? It is operating with the idea that there is not a lot of work available to sustain the business. This creates internal pressure to accept any work that comes that person's way, discount their services, or otherwise be more "desperate" to find work. In this episode, I go over how I had to fight through (and still do) that mindset, and why it can really hamstring your business and personal g...
Sep 21, 2022•16 min•Season 2Ep. 45
We finally landed a Blue Man! This week I got a chance to sit down with Mike Vangstad , a Graco veteran of 25 years and who currently serves as their Global Product Marketing Manager for their pavement maintenance and field product divisions. He drops some cool information on Graco's approach to their products, what the future may look like, and a lot of other Graco-related gems. We love the people - Get in touch with the show anytime! Instagram - @StripeItPodcast Facebook - Stripe It Like It's ...
Sep 13, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 44
A quick Q&A session on Instagram on Friday, recorded for your striping ears! What is the next generation of Graco equipment going to have? What advice do you have for a striping company that wants to add other work? How did you find your best employees? What does a bad day look like? If you want more information on how to grow your striping business, or if you have any show feedback or topics, get in touch with us! Instagram - @StripeItPodcast Facebook - Stripe It Like It's Hot YouTube - Str...
Sep 09, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 43
Many people don't fully understand what business coaching is or why you would consider it - Let me help change that! In today's episode, I discuss: What Business Coaching is, Why I hired a business coach, What benefits I received from business coaching, Why I am now taking on clients for business coaching in the asphalt space! I would love to connect with any striping and asphalt business owners who would like to know more about coaching and what it could offer you. If you want more information ...
Aug 30, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 42
Come in for a dive into standard operating procedures! Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) make your business run more efficiently, make training easier, and overall make your business run smooth. I hope you enjoy this episode on SOP's and what they can do for your business! If you want more information on any of the topics discussed, holla at us! Instagram - @StripeItPodcast Facebook - Stripe It Like It's Hot YouTube - Stripe It Like It's Hot Email - Cam@StripeItPodcast.com...
Aug 23, 2022•16 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Do you stare at your outstanding invoices, wishing for payment to come in? Are you annoyed that people take 30, 60, and even 90 days (OR MORE!) to pay you for your services? Cash Flow Issues plague a lot of small businesses, especially ones that are trying to grow. Expenses pile up, but unless clients are paying promptly, the checking account balance can dwindle dangerously low, forcing you to cancel purchases, borrow money, and worst of all, have plaguing anxiety wondering how you're going to m...
Aug 09, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Very few in the industry are able to get formal training on estimating, reading blueprints, and performing takeoffs... but this guy is here to help! Josh Lofties is an Estimator and Project Manager at D.E. Gemmill, a comprehensive company that tackles parking lot painting, maintenance, long line work, signage, and much more. He shares some insights from his background in Engineering Management and estimating on how to approach pricing your projects. The software he uses for PDF editing is BlueBe...
Aug 02, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Woahhhh... what happened to April, May, and June? Well, since you asked... Let me share with y'all some info of what has been happening behind the scenes with the podcast since April, and what will happen in the future. I would LOVE to hear your ideas for the show, get in touch with our crew anytime using the methods below! Get in touch with the show! Instagram - @StripeItPodcast Facebook - Stripe It Like It's Hot YouTube - Stripe It Like It's Hot Email - Cam@StripeItPodcast.com...
Jul 26, 2022•29 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Same wise man, new paint company! Super quick interview today with Ryan Vodicka, former National Sales Manager of Aexcel Paint, who has taken on a new role with Davie's Imperial Coatings in Indiana. Few people in our industry have the insight into the paint shortage as Ryan does, and he graciously came on for the THIRD time to discuss the impact of the shortage and where the industry goes next. Check them out online: Davie's Imperial Coatings - http://www.daviesimperial.com/ Get in touch with Ry...
May 18, 2022•23 min•Season 2Ep. 37
We got the Diamond Vogel Trifecta! Enjoy this chat with Steve Roesner, Chad Hamill, and Aaron Underwood of EZ Liner, Diamond Vogel Paints, and Vogel Traffic Services - we talk about the evolution of their company (which goes back to the early 20th century!), their new products, the current paint shortage situation, and what the future could hold for automation in the pavement marking industry. Check them out online: EZ Liner - https://www.ezliner.com/ Diamond Vogel Paint - https://www.diamondvog...
May 03, 2022•43 min•Season 2Ep. 36
No one does business perfectly when they start - but you can sure look back and find things you could have done differently! As I enter year 4 of my growing striping business, I took some time to reflect on what I would have done differently looking back on things. While I don't have regrets about anything, I definitely would have operated with a different mindset and strategy.... In today's episode I give you a glimpse into what I would have done differently in my business. If you have any feed...
Apr 26, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Every day, you follow a process for your business - but how much better would it be to have those processes automated so you can focus on growing? Well, a physicist has got it figured out for you! Kasey Luft is an entrepreneur who has found a great business niche in automating sales, service, and marketing. He has a unique background in physics - and some unique business history - and can do some pretty awesome things for a striping business. Get in touch with him and his business, Clientric CRM...
Apr 20, 2022•38 min•Season 2Ep. 34
" Core values? You mean, those stupid things on the wall and your website?" I have gone all-in on Core Values since 2021, and have had incredible results because of that. Join me for a chat about what they are, why you need them, and how to implement them. Book Reference: Tomas Keenan: Unf*ck Your Business: Stop Business Self-Sabotage by Getting Clear on Your Core Values NOW - shorturl.at/gFHSZ Podcast SHOUTOUT: Jamie Pachkowsky, Patchman Lineworks - https://www.facebook.com/patchmanlineworks/ G...
Apr 13, 2022•27 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Creating a winning culture in your workplace is massively important for your business! Join Cam Roberts and Kyle Ascione, host of the 7 Day Hustle podcast and owner of Integrity Earth & Asphalt, as they discuss winning ideas, strategies, and concepts to help you have a winning culture in your business. A great workplace culture keeps employees longer and incentives them to "buy-in" to what you are creating, which reduces costly employee turnover of hiring, firing, training new staff, and fin...
Apr 05, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 32
With so many purchases you can make in a business, how do you know which ones to go for and which ones to pass on? Using data to drive your decisions in business is a critical factor in staying profitable and growing efficiently. Cam breaks down some things to consider when weighing options such as "Should I get a Line Driver or a Laser system?", or "Should I get a second machine?", by using some simple methods of calculating a return on investment. Podcast Shoutout - John Stanton of J & J S...
Mar 29, 2022•22 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Do you have what it takes to leave a high-paying job to become an Entrepreneur? Adam McChesney did just that in 2020 - during the pandemic, no less - and has done extraordinary things in a rocket ship trajectory of growth. Gain insight into how he leverages personal branding to run multiple businesses that are growing at exponential rates! Find him on Facebook - Adam McChesney Learn about HITE Digital - https://www.hitedigital.com/st-louis/ Listen to Entrebrewer Podcast with Adam McChesney - htt...
Mar 08, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 30
The average person makes over 30,000 decisions a day - how many GOOD ones do you make? Marc Zalmanoff is a fitness ninja, a husband, a father, a multi-business owner, a best-selling author, a podcast host, a Facebook group manager, an executive coach, an influencer... seriously, the dude does it all. He has served as the personal trainer for major players such as Ryan Stewman, Mike Claudio, and many others. He has built his businesses, his personal brand, and his life by being dedicated to makin...
Mar 01, 2022•49 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Never stop building. A simple message, but full of meaning. Sam Kaufman has built his business and life by focusing on building something meaningful, honing his focus onto what he and his team does best, and overall being a straight-up awesome person. He shares a pretty remarkable story of how his company eliminated an entire service offering and all the benefits that came from that decision. I think you'll love this interview with him. And PLEASE check out his new podcast! Don't forget - this i...
Feb 22, 2022•49 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Work is hard. Seasonal work is harder. Work can get crazy really quick when the weather cooperates, and business owners especially are susceptible to the struggle of trying to balance workload demands and life can be a lot. Lewis Vandervalk hops on for pod chat #2 to discuss his journey of trying to achieve balance with growing two businesses with family demands, along with finding his own personal balance and mission. I hope this episode is able to touch someone in the pavement marking industry...
Feb 15, 2022•56 min•Season 2Ep. 27
New year, new intro music, new season, and new energy - Welcome to SEASON TWO of Stripe It Like It's Hot! Cam chats about 3 exciting new things to check out to kick off this new striping year: 1) The new company Vlog is LIVE on Youtube - Check it out, channel name is "Stripe It Like It's Hot" - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV3BQ3PwnJYRnD20cb2FZhA 2) A 100% FREE webinar announcement - Cam and some featured speaker guests will host a free webinar in the next few weeks called "Blow Up Your Stri...
Feb 07, 2022•33 min•Season 2Ep. 26
2021 had no shortage of wild moments - good and bad! We recap the crazy paint shortage in 2021, and what you might expect in 2022 - and how to be prepared for it. We also chat about what happened within our company, Laser Line Painting, the podcast, the first-ever Stripe It Academy, and announce the new Vlog series on YouTube. Thanks for supporting the show through a wild year! Episode sponsored by , one more time- EverLine Coatings and Services - https://everlinecoatings.com/stripeit Get in tou...
Nov 23, 2021•50 min•Ep. 25
The goal of this episode is to convince you to USE LASERS! No, we don't get a cut of the sales for saying that - we just think they are that good - and there is one Laser clearly above all the others. Mike Vanneman is the Vice President of Sales and Operations for Laser Line Manufacturing, the company that produces the popular GL1000 (Also known as the Graco LazerGuide2000) laser. We chat about all things Lasers - where they have come from, how Mike and his dad began modifying their existing pro...
Sep 28, 2021•40 min•Ep. 24
Don't call it a comeback! The crazy 2021 continues - the 4-week hiatus is over and the show is back in your ears for your listening pleasure. Today is a brief chat on why the bigger jobs are good to target for your striping business, and I give you 3 ways to target those larger projects so you can level up your striping business. The $500 gift card photo contest is extended until September 30, 2021 - get your photos in! Episode sponsored by - EverLine Coatings and Services - https://everlinecoat...
Sep 14, 2021•34 min•Ep. 23
Who doesn't want more work? One of the greatest ways to increase your sales is utilizing a Client Relationship Management software, or CRM. Learn about what they are, how they work, and why you should implement one in your business! My CRM of choice: Nutshell CRM - Free for 30 days Other Popular CRMs: Hubspot, CompanyHub, SimpleCRM, Less Annoying CRM, SendInBlue Episode sponsored by - EverLine Coatings and Services - https://everlinecoatings.com/stripeit Get in touch with the show! Instagram - @...
Aug 09, 2021•34 min•Ep. 22
So much of the podcast is geared towards sales and business... but this episode is all about some epic field hacks you can use to stripe better! What is your favorite striping hack? DM us on social media or send me an email and let me know, and we'll shout you out on the show next week with your favorites! Episode sponsored by - EverLine Coatings and Services - https://everlinecoatings.com/stripeit Get in touch with the show! Instagram - @StripeItPodcast Facebook - Stripe It Like It's Hot Email ...
Aug 06, 2021•23 min•Ep. 21
You will often see other line painting companies performing various other services - should you? In this episode, we talk about some factors that can help you decide if you should expand your operations to include other services. Diversifying your services could be a wise business move - but it could also put an unnecessary financial strain on an existing business that can't support those services. I would love you hear your feedback or answer any questions about expanding your services - get in...
Jul 28, 2021•27 min•Ep. 20
The paint shortage of 2021 continues to rage on, leaving many of us in the industry frustrated, dry, and looking for answers. Ryan Vodicka makes his 2nd appearance on the show to give us first-hand information on what has happened and what to expect going forward. If you listened to the first interview with Ryan in Episode 7, you will see how knowledgeable he is with the manufacturing side of our industry. So much of what we discussed back in late March has transpired - if you want accurate info...
Jul 13, 2021•21 min•Ep. 19
