Strategic Client Selection: The Everlasting Mantra of "Cheap, Fast, Good - Pick Two"
The Parable of the Selective Painter In a vibrant town, there was a painter renowned for his meticulous work. One day, a man approached...
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Truong Tran
Nov 24, 20233 min read
Strategic Foresight with Resilient Cash Management
The Tale of the Sagacious Painter Long ago, in a realm renowned for its vibrant hues and skilled artisans, there lived a painter whose...
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Truong Tran
Oct 28, 20232 min read
Merging Vision with Ancient Know-How: How To Acquire Customer Today
In an ancient village nestled between two great mountains, a young warrior approached the village elder. "Elder," he began, "I've trained...
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Truong Tran
Oct 6, 20232 min read
The Parable of the Fisherman and the Gold Coin
In a tranquil village nestled beside a shimmering lake, there was a humble fisherman named Li. Every morning, he'd cast his net, hoping...
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Truong Tran
Sep 24, 20233 min read
The Generational Divide: The Tale Between Old And New Brushes
A seasoned painter understands that every wall has its own unique texture and requires a distinct approach, the art of handling...
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Truong Tran
Sep 18, 20232 min read
Look Beyond Hope
In the vast battlefield of life, many choose to tread on the path of *hope*, naively believing that it's the best strategy. But let me...
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Truong Tran
Sep 17, 20232 min read
The Art of Painting Leadership: How Do You Want Others To Think Of You?
“In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity.” - Sun Tzu In the vast canvas of life, painting contractors often grapple with the...
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Truong Tran
Sep 15, 20232 min read
Navigating Your Growth Journey: Scaling from Startup to Mastery
The shifting terrains of business evolution are a topic frequented in many write-ups. From the infancy stage, adolescence, to full...
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Truong Tran
Sep 12, 20232 min read
Winning the War on Mismanaged Expectations
As Sun Tzu once famously quoted in "The Art of War?", "Strategy without tactics is the slowest route to victory. Tactics without strategy...
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Truong Tran
Sep 12, 20232 min read
Artful Objections: How to Smash Sales Roadblocks
Navigating the landscape of sales objections is a task that every contractor encounters. A potential client's reservations can often seem...
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Truong Tran
Sep 10, 20232 min read
Wake Up!! Craftsmanship Alone Won't Seal the Deal
Hey there, I'm about to spill some industry secrets and challenge conventional wisdom. Now, if you're fiercely protective of old-school...
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Truong Tran
Sep 5, 20233 min read
Craftsman to Businessman: The Bigger Picture
The art of hindsight is a powerful tool. But for those of us who have spent years building businesses, looking back often means sifting...
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Truong Tran
Sep 4, 20233 min read
The Art of Pricing in the Contracting Game: Justify, Don’t Defend
In the realm of business, particularly in the painting contractor sphere, there's a phrase we hear more often than we'd like: "Your price...
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Truong Tran
Sep 3, 20232 min read
The Recruitment Game: Building a Magnetic Team
If you're a contractor or owner of a construction business, you've probably been at the receiving end of countless headaches when it...
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Truong Tran
Sep 2, 20232 min read
The Roller Coaster Ride: Your First Year as a Painting Contractor
Let's talk about the electrifying, exhilarating, and at times, excruciating ride of starting a painting contracting business. You're...
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Truong Tran
Aug 31, 20233 min read
Making Them Wait: The Power of Content Marketing
The digital era has revolutionized the way businesses operate and market themselves. For contractors, in particular, there's an untapped...
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Truong Tran
Aug 13, 20233 min read
Why Many Painting Contractors Shoot Themselves in the Foot and How to Avoid It
We've all heard the saying, "You're your own worst enemy." This sentiment has never been truer than in the realm of painting contractors....
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Truong Tran
Aug 12, 20232 min read
The Misconception of Pricing for New Contractors: What’s Your Worth?
Starting out as a painting contractor is no easy feat. With the myriad of decisions to make, one of the most frequently asked questions...
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Truong Tran
Aug 8, 20233 min read
Branding Beyond Paint: The Overlooked Element in Your Contracting Business
Branding, in its essence, is far more than a mere logo or a catchy tagline. It is the soul of your business, the narrative you spin, the...
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Truong Tran
Aug 4, 20234 min read
Becoming a Leader, Not a Babysitter: A Guide to Empowering Your Team
In the life of a painting contractor, one of the most common yet frustrating roles that one has to play is that of a babysitter for their...
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