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Off The ToolsOff the Tools Ep 11: How Patrick Connell, of Rocket Painter Became the Most Recognized Brand in TownBook a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule🎙️ In Episode 11, we sit down with Patrick Connell, the founder of Rocket Painter in Kingston, Ontario. Patrick shares how he’s created omnipresence in his market, why most contractors underprice themselves, and the real reason he turns down jobs, even when they’re high-ticket.We dive deep into what separates a premium brand from the rest, how to train crews to care about the work as much as you do, and why marketing is the most important investment contractors need to make right now.🎙️...2025-07-2341 min
Off The ToolsOff The Tools Ep 10: 6 Figures & Trip to Europe, How Abbi Runs Crews w/o Lifting a Brush + REVIEWBook a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule🎙️ In Episode 08, Jimmy and Josh sit down with Abbi Fenik—Owner of Lake Simcoe Painters—to unpack how she built a six-figure business and took a European vacation while her crews ran things without her.Abbi shares the mindset shifts that took her from control freak to confident delegator, how she found leadership potential in her painters, and what it really takes to close 80% of your estimates (hint: it starts before you ever knock on the door).🎙️ You’ll hear:-How Abbi built a crew of 8...2025-07-1126 min
Off The ToolsOff The Tools Ep 8: Why Your “Great Work” Isn’t Enough Anymore To Bring In New LeadsBook a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule🎙️ In Episode 08, Josh and Jimmy break down the real reason your marketing isn't generating consistent leads — even if you're proud of your work. Spoiler: “good work” alone doesn’t cut it anymore.You’ll hear how one contractor went from 30 guys to 6 in a year due to unpredictable lead flow — and how the right marketing, follow-up systems, and mindset could’ve prevented it.🎙️ You will hear:-Why your Facebook page might be losing you jobs-How to create scroll-stopping content in under 60 seconds-W...2025-07-1125 minOff The ToolsOff The Tools Ep 9: How to Keep Your Best Painters From Quitting (& Make Them Love Working for You)Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule🎙️ In Episode 09, Josh and Jimmy dive deep into how to retain great painters and project managers—without begging them to come back after slow weeks or burning out your top performers.Creating career paths that aligned with his painters’ personal goals, why great tools and fast paychecks matter more than you think, and how simple bonus structures can keep crews motivated and loyal.🎙️ You will hear:The real reason painters leave mid-season (and how to fix it)-How to create a “career ladder...2025-07-0225 minOff The ToolsOff The Tools Ep 07: What Most Painters Get Wrong About Growing Their BusinessBook a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule🎙️ In Episode 06, Josh and Jimmy unpack the biggest mistakes painting contractors make when trying to grow—and why staying “on the tools” could be the thing holding you back.You’ll hear how Josh scaled to six figures in year one without ever picking up a brush, how he delegated fast without losing control, and the scrappy marketing moves that kept leads flowing—even during lockdown.🎙️ You will hear:-Why doing the work yourself is killing your growth-The right time to start delegati...2025-06-0924 min
Off The ToolsOff The Tools Ep 06: How Dexter Launched a Deck Staining Business & Booked Over $100k + REVIEWBook a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/scheduleWant to connect with Dexter (Owner of Deckstaining.com)Site: https://deckstaining.com/FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573077074478IG: https://www.instagram.com/deckstaining.com_/In Episode 06, we sit down with Dexter, the founder of DeckStaining.com, who carved out a niche, launched from scratch, and booked his calendar—all within one season. No long runway—just smart strategy, hustle, and execution.🎙️ You will hear:-Why Dexter chose to run a seasonal deck staining business-How he...2025-05-2527 minOff The ToolsEp 05: Double Down the Secret to Turning Busy Season Into Year-Round GrowthBook a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule🎙️ In Episode 05, we dive into what contractors should be doing right now to take full advantage of the busy season. Josh and Jimmy break down how to turn today’s momentum into more jobs, more leads, and more growth—without burning out or turning away work.Plus, we share how to use this same momentum to stay booked once the slower months roll around.🎙️ You will hear:-The mindset mistake that causes contractors to stall mid-summer-How to train your crew to generate...2025-05-2223 minOff The ToolsEp 02: Turning Happy Clients Into Repeat BusinessBook a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/scheduleWelcome to Episode 02 of the "Off The Tools" Show!🎙️ In Episode 02, you’ll hear:- The Real Value of Client Success- How to Deliver a Great Experience- Getting Referrals - Asking for Reviews and why it's so important!🚀 Whether you're doing $500K or aiming for $5M+, this show is for painters, remodellers, who are off the tools and running the business!Thanks for Listening! Our goal is to help residential painting, and remodelling businesses scale and sol...2025-05-2227 minOff The ToolsEp 01: From Door Knocks to Digital LeadsBook a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/scheduleWelcome to Episode 01 of the "Off The Tools" Show!🎙️ In Episode 01, you’ll hear:- Our experience with door knocking- Why door knocking alone wasn't enough- How Facebook ads changed our contracting business- How "On The Bay Painting" has been crushing their sales🚀 Whether you're doing $500K or aiming for $5M+, this show is for painters, remodellers, who are off the tools and running the business!Thanks for Listening! Our goal is to help residen...2025-05-2223 min
Off The ToolsEp. 0: Our Story (Jimmy Hong & Joshua Grootenboer)Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/scheduleWelcome to Episode 0 of the "Off The Tools" Show!🎙️ In Episode 0, you’ll hear:- Our experience in the painting industry- Why we started Launch Point Media- What you can expect from this show- How we’re helping contractors solve marketing for good🚀 Whether you're doing $500K or aiming for $5M+, this show is for painters, remodellers, who are off the tools and running the business!Thanks for Listening! Our goal is to help residenti...2025-05-2227 min
Off The ToolsEp 04: The Truth About Hiring, It's Not the Economy — It's You (with Adam Dennison)Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule🎙️ In Episode 04, we sit down with Recruiting Expert Adam “Denny” Dennison, founder of Trade Link Recruiting and former painting and window cleaning business owner, as he breaks down exactly why most contractors struggle to hire — and what to do about it.🎙️ You will hear:-Why “there’s no good people” is a myth (and a lazy excuse)-The exact hiring process that gets rockstars on your team-How to reduce employee churn and build loyalty-Real tactics to screen applicants and spot red flags early...2025-05-2238 min
Off The ToolsEp 03: The Not-So-Secret Way Joe Kim Scaled to $5 MillionBook a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule🎙️ In Episode 03, we sit down with Joe Kim, a former franchise director and contractor sales expert, as he shares his journey from running a painting business to coaching others to scale to over $5 Million in revenue.🎙️You will hear: - The importance of marketing, sales, and lead generation- Building a winning team and handling employee turnover- How to close deals and improve your sales process- Practical insights into scaling your business efficientlyWant to connect with Joe (Own...2025-05-2230 min