This week on the Born To Tint Podcast, we sit down with Cory Baines, owner of Express Tinting out of Brisbane, Australia 🇦🇺. Cory discovered us through another podcast, reached out, and we had the chance to connect while he was out in Las Vegas 🔥
From starting in dealerships with zero access to training… to building his own shop and navigating today’s evolving tint industry — Cory shares real insight on what it takes to grow, adapt, and survive in this business 💪
🚀 What We Cover In This Episode:
🌍 Cory’s journey from Australia to connecting with the Born To Tint Podcast
🏁 How he got started tinting with no formal training
🔁 Learning through repetition at dealerships and why it matters
📉 The shift in the tint industry from closed-off to collaborative
🏪 Dealerships vs retail shops — where the work is going
💰 Pricing conversations and why different cars = different labor
🧠 Educating customers vs just selling film
📲 The impact of social media on the tint industry
👷 The ongoing struggle to find skilled installers worldwide
🌞 Seasonal business differences between Australia vs the U.S.
🎯 Key Takeaways:
💡 The industry is shifting toward education, transparency, and collaboration
📈 Social media is one of the biggest growth tools in modern tinting
⚙️ Repetition and fundamentals are still the fastest way to level up
🤝 Networking and relationships are opening more doors than ever
📲 Follow Cory:
👉 Instagram: @expresstinting.qld
📲 Follow Us:
👉 Instagram: @greenvalleywindowtint
If you’re in the tint game — whether you’re just starting or scaling your shop — this episode is packed with real-world insight you can apply immediately 💯
