Thursday, March 28, 2024
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Slow Down and Close More

Selling is tough! Prospects are constantly beating us up. There’s always someone giving a cheaper estimate; often cheaper in every sense.  But, our employees need to feed their families. The schedule needs to be filled. The economy is slow.  We feel like our backs are between a rock and a hard place!  Often, we take […]

Why Customers Focus on Price

Painting contractors frequently complain about customers who focus solely on price, rather than value. While it is easy to blame the customer, contractors are often the ones at fault. To put this in context, consider your own buying habits. Do you ever buy anything based on price? Do you ever shop around for the best deal on a spray rig, a […]

The First Hangout!

We had the first of what we plan to be a monthly feature here at BP. Our Live Google Hangout of a website review by Darren Slaughter and Tess Wittler was held on 7/18/21012. I’d like to thank the folks who joined and participated. As with anything new, there is a learning curve, and add […]

Google Hangouts!

Last week we announced we would do a Google Hangout and review a website, live, on air, with Darren Slaughter, Tess Wittler, Heidi Nyline and myself. Easier said than done, but we are ready to do it on Wednesday July 18th at 8 pm Eastern Time. We would like you to join us, and we need […]

Sherwin Williams Emerald-The New Jewel?

Sneak Peek on Sherwin Williams Emerald  Paint Review! I am excited to announce I am preparing a review for a the new Sherwin Williams Emerald paint, which is the flagship coating in their new 0 VOC colorant system. Available in any color at 0 voc’s after tinting. Exterior sheens come in flat, satin and gloss […]

Monster Proof Paint

I love the Entrepreneurial Spirit! I first came across Peter and Izzy on Twitter, and was intrigued by the name and checked out their Facebook Page to learn more. Here is a couple who found a solution to their children’s problems and turned it into a viable product. And thanks to Social Media, they are able to share […]