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The Craft Your Life Radio Show - live empowered & trusted.The Art of Authenticity in Business with Nick Slavik | #110Join us in this episode of The Craft Your Life Radio Show as Matt sits down with Nick Slavik, a master craftsman and entrepreneur, to explore the intricate world of the trades. Nick shares his journey from apprentice to industry leader, offering valuable insights into the art of authenticity in business and the importance of building a supportive culture within the trades.
In this episode, we discuss:
The challenges and rewards of craftsmanship
Strategies for success in the home services industry
The balance between technology and the human touch
Creating a brand that resonates with customers
...2025-04-0953 min
PaintED PodcastMastering the Basics #1 Proven Process (SOP's): Ask A PainterEmail me nick@nickslavik.com to get a complete packet of my SOPs and my Guides to Create SOP's!
Mastering the Basics show schedule (Steps to Professionalization)
1. Proven Process (SOP's) 14 Jan
2. Estimating 25 Jan
3. Production 28 Jan
- Expo Show 7 Feb -
4. Marketing 11 Feb
5. Human Resources 18 Feb
6. Financials and Goal Tracking 24 Feb
7. LMA - Lead, Manage & Accountability 4 Mar
8. MTB Summary / Ask me Anything
Its almost time for the SuperBowl of the painting industry!
PCA Expo Feb 3-7 2025 Colorado Springs - join me!
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My weekly audio newsletter about data, feelings, self...2025-01-201h 07PaintED PodcastMastering the Basics Series Preview: Ask A PainterIts almost time for the SuperBowl of the painting industry!
PCA Expo Feb 3-7 2025 Colorado Springs - join me!
https://pcapainted.org/expo
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Want a LIVE Masters Class in your area?
Marketing, Estimating, Recruiting, Financials, Leadership
Contact me personally to arrange! nick@nickslavik.com
PCA member companies are 15x larger, more profitable and more stable than the average painting company. How did they do this? PCA's Business Training:
https://www.pcapainted.org/business-training/
Mastering the...2025-01-2031 minPaintED PodcastDirk Vermeulen (Goose Painting) interviews me: Ask A PainterSubscribe to 1 Page Weekly w Nick Slavik!
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Want a LIVE Masters Class in your area?
Marketing, Estimating, Recruiting, Financials, Leadership
Contact Marsha at the PCA mbass@pcapainted.org
Upcoming events
Link to the PCA's event page:
https://www.pcapainted.org/events/
-PCA Expo Feb 3-7 2025 Colorado Springs
Early bird registration discount extended!
https://pcapainted.org/expo
PCA member companies are 15x larger, more profitable and more stable than the average painting company. How did they do this? PCA's Business Training:
https://www...2025-01-201h 20PaintED PodcastMike Mundwiller from Benjamin Moore: Ask A PainterSubscribe to 1 Page Weekly w Nick Slavik!
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Want a LIVE Masters Class in your area?
Marketing, Estimating, Recruiting, Financials, Leadership
Contact Marsha at the PCA mbass@pcapainted.org
Upcoming events
Link to the PCA's event page:
https://www.pcapainted.org/events/
-PCA Expo Feb 3-7 2025 Colorado Springs
Early bird registration discount extended!
https://pcapainted.org/expo
PCA member companies are 15x larger, more profitable and more stable than the average painting company. How did they do this? PCA's Business Training:
https://www...2025-01-201h 20PaintED PodcastGuest Tom Droste of Estimate Rocket: Ask A PainterLearn more here: https://www.estimaterocket.com/
My thoughts about this anniversary ⬇️
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Want a LIVE Masters Class in your area?
Marketing, Estimating, Recruiting, Financials, Leadership
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Upcoming events
Link to the PCA's event page:
https://www.pcapainted.org/events/
-Gathering of MN Painters / SW / Graco Master's Class - 6 Dec
-My pilgrimage back to Brazil - follow along in early December!
-PCA Expo Feb 3-7 2025 Colorado Springs
PCA member comp...2025-01-201h 07PaintED Podcast17th Anniversary of the Nick Slavik Painting & Restoration Co: Ask a PainterThe past, the present, the future.
My thoughts about this anniversary ⬇️
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Want a LIVE Masters Class in your area?
Marketing, Estimating, Recruiting, Financials, Leadership
Contact Marsha at the PCA mbass@pcapainted.org
❄️ The Retreat - Winter 2025 ❄️
Private chef. Private Lodge. Private Yoga instructor.
Life changing conversations.
More info and link to Apply:
https://www.facebook.com/share/GXq4om5qkMTEgkGm/
Upcoming events
Link to the PCA's event page:
https://www.pcapainted.org/events/
-Gathering of MN Painters...2025-01-201h 08PaintED PodcastProductivity - Wall painting, production rates and efficiency tests: Ask A PainterSubscribe to 1 Page Weekly w Nick Slavik!
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Want a LIVE Masters Class in your area?
Marketing, Estimating, Recruiting, Financials, Leadership
Contact Marsha at the PCA mbass@pcapainted.org
The Retreat - Winter 2025
Private chef. Private Lodge. Private Yoga instructor.
Life changing conversations.
More info and link to Apply:
https://www.facebook.com/share/GXq4om5qkMTEgkGm/
Upcoming events:
Link to the PCA's event page:
https://www.pcapainted.org/events/
-Gathering of MN Painters / SW / Graco Master's Class - 6 Dec
-PCA Expo Feb 3-7...2024-12-0326 minPaintED PodcastGuest Aaron Shaver - One of my Apprentices: Ask A PainterAsk a Painter Live #440:
Guest Aaron Shaver of Aaron Shaver Painting Co.
Aaron was here for the genesis of the new version of my painting company. He Apprenticed under me for years. He remembers stuff I had long forgotten. Don't miss this one.
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❄️ The Retreat - Winter 2025 ❄️
Private chef. Private Lodge. Private Yoga instructor.
Life changing conversations.
More info and link to Apply:
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Link to the PCA's event page:
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Upcom...2024-12-031h 40PaintED PodcastJosh Abramson & Jason Paris from the PCA to talk about the Paint it Forward: Ask A PainterSubscribe to 1 Page Weekly w Nick Slavik!
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The Retreat - Winter 2025
More info and link to Apply:
https://www.facebook.com/share/GXq4om5qkMTEgkGm/
Link to the PCA's event page:
https://www.pcapainted.org/events/
Upcoming events:
-PCA Commercial Contractor's Retreat 12-15 Nov Scottsdale, Az
-Gathering of MN Painters / SW / Graco Master's Class - 6 Dec
-PCA Expo Feb 3-7 2025 Colorado Springs
Want a LIVE Masters Class in your area? Contact Marsha at the PCA mbass@pcapainted.org and we can arrange it...2024-12-0335 min
Painter Growth PodcastEp 91. Nick Slavik - The Conversation About Community You Need To HearReady to really grow? Schedule a meeting now with my team: go.paintergrowth.com/schedule?el=impactpodcast
Today I got to sit down with Nick Slavik—yes, the Nick Slavik from Ask a Painter Live—to talk about something close to both of our hearts: community.
We dug into what community really means, how it’s changed our lives, and why it’s so critical in the painting industry.
From creating strong teams to joining groups like the PCA, Nick shared how connection and empathy have shaped his leadership an...2024-11-1847 minPaintED PodcastGuest Benji Carlson from BTA: Ask A PainterFind More Episodes on PCA Overdrive: https://www.pcaoverdrive.org/ask-a-painter
PCA Overdrive is free for members.
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❄️ The Retreat - Winter 2025 ❄️
More info and link to Apply:
https://www.facebook.com/share/GXq4om5qkMTEgkGm/
Link to...2024-11-1450 minPaintED PodcastNick and Jason LIVE from the PCA Residential Conference: Ask A PainterFind More Episodes on PCA Overdrive: https://www.pcaoverdrive.org/ask-a-painter
PCA Overdrive is free for members.
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The Retreat - Winter 2025
Dates and applications announced next week!
Link to the PCA's event page:
https://www.pcapainted.org/events/
Upcoming events:
-PCA Commercial Contractor's Retreat 12-15 No...2024-11-141h 04
TheBeardedFinisher PodcastConsistency, Coatings, and Customer Experience: Inside Nick Slavik's Journey to SuccessEpisode Summary:
In this Bearded Finisher Podcast episode, Zach Shrum interviews Nick Slavik, a renowned painting contractor, who shares insights on professionalizing a painting business and strategies for growth. The discussion covers key topics like the role of facial hair, optimizing crew size, the timing for adding estimators and office staff, and the impact of professionalism in client relationships. Nick discusses his social media approach to marketing, coating choices based on ease of use, and structuring one-page estimates with clear work descriptions. He emphasizes the importance of long-term thinking, customer experience, and consistency to sustain a successful bu...2024-11-041h 05PaintED PodcastGuest Marketing Savant Nate Streeter of Aleph Holdings: Ask A PainterApply for a free registration to the Residential Conference in Minnesota! https://forms.gle/hy49Qkvno7aD3ppP6
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❄️ The Retreat w Nick Slavik - Winter 2025 ❄️
Dates and applications announced shortly!
Link to the PCA's event page:
https://www.pcapainted.org/events/
Upcoming events:
-PCA Residential Conference 24-25 Oct Minneapolis Mn
-PCA Commercial Contractor's Retreat 12-15 Nov Scottsdale, Az
-Gathering of MN Painters / SW / Graco Master's Class - 6 Dec
-PCA Expo Feb 3-7 2025 Colorado Springs
Want a LIVE M...2024-10-281h 23PaintED PodcastAMA - Ask Me Anything: Ask A PainterAny Questions - Any Topic - put them in the comments!
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Link to the PCA's event page:
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Upcoming events:
-Women In Paint - 8-10 Oct Hollywood Beach Fl
-PCA Residential Conference 24-25 Oct Minneapolis Mn
-PCA Commercial Contractor's Retreat 12-15 Nov Scottsdale, Az
-Gathering of MN Painters / SW / Graco Master's Class - 6 Dec
-PCA Expo Feb 3-7 2025 Colorado Springs
Want a LIVE Masters Class in your area? Contact Marsha at...2024-10-2159 minPaintED PodcastApply for a free registration to the Residential Conference in Minnesota: Ask A PainterApply for a free registration to the Residential Conference in Minnesota! https://forms.gle/hy49Qkvno7aD3ppP6
Live from the Broadmoor!
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Link to the PCA's event page:
https://www.pcapainted.org/events/
Upcoming events:
-Women In Paint - 8-10 Oct Hollywood Beach Fl
-PCA Residential Conference 24-25 Oct Minneapolis Mn
-PCA Commercial Contractor's Retreat 12-15 Nov Scottsdale, Az
-Gathering of MN Painters / SW / Graco Master's Class - 6 Dec
-PCA Expo Feb 3-7 2025 Colorado Springs
...2024-10-2110 minPaintED PodcastViewer Questions time blocking, professional relationships and more: Ask A PainterApply for a free registration to the Residential Conference in Minnesota! https://forms.gle/hy49Qkvno7aD3ppP6
Subscribe to 1 Page Weekly w Nick Slavik!
My weekly audio newsletter about data, feelings, self and entrepreneurship
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❄️ The Retreat w Nick Slavik - Winter 2025 ❄️
Dates and applications announced shortly!
Link to the PCA's event page:
https://www.pcapainted.org/events/
Upcoming events:
-PCA Residential Conference 24-25 Oct Minneapolis Mn
-PCA Commercial Contractor's Retreat 12-15 Nov Scottsdale, Az
-Gathering of MN Painters / SW / Graco Master's Class - 6 Dec
-PCA Expo Feb 3-7 2025 Colorado Springs
Want a LIVE M...2024-10-2136 min
Profitable Painter PodcastFinancial Mastery for Painters: Strategies for Success with Nick SlavikSend us a textUnlock the secrets to financially thriving in the painting business with Nick Slavik, a veteran with over three decades of expertise. Join Daniel, the founder of Bookkeeping for Painters, as they sit down with Nick to decode crucial financial metrics that can transform your painting business. Nick shares invaluable insights on identifying business issues through job costing, addressing challenges like labor inefficiencies, and perfecting pricing strategies. Discover essential benchmarks such as keeping materials at 15% of revenue, labor at 40%, and securing a gross profit of 45%, while understanding why focusing on production rate can be...2024-10-0939 min
TheBeardedFinisher PodcastFrom Furniture to Cabinets: Chrissy Rollison’s Journey in FinishingSummary:
In this episode of The Bearded Finisher podcast, Zach Shrum interviews Chrissy Rollison from Winegardener Fine Finishing and Coatings. Chrissy shares her journey from painting furniture to kitchen cabinets. She discusses her experience with different products and tools, such as Renner coatings, the Titan ED655 pump, and the Harbor Freight Black Widow gun. They explore the importance of continuous learning, attending workshops, and staying updated with the latest industry trends.
Chrissy and Zach also talk about the role of sharing knowledge in the finishing industry, emphasizing how industry leaders like Nick...2024-09-231h 00
Price. Sell. Paint.The Painting Industry is Broken! // Nick SlavikToday, Jon Bryant & Michael Murray are thrilled to chat with Nick Slavik, a 32-year master craftsman and Board Chair of the Painting Contractors Association (PCA). They talk about setting proper expectations for sales reps, the importance of volume in estimating, and the current challenges in finding leads. Nick emphasizes the need for consistency and effort in sales and marketing, and focusing on personal connections and reactivating past clients. He also shares on the importance of building local relationships and the effectiveness of personal connections in marketing and recruiting. The discussion ends on the role of in-person events and the...2024-09-1858 minPaintED PodcastLIVE from The Retreat w Nick Slavik - Summer 2024: Ask A PainterFind More Episodes on PCA Overdrive: https://www.pcaoverdrive.org/ask-a-painter
PCA Overdrive is free for members.
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Painting Contractors Association - PCA
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Attend a PCA event for FREE!
Scholarship applications: https://www.pcapainted.org/event-scholarships/
PCA member companies are 15x larger, more profitable and more stable than the average painting company. How did they do this? PCA's Business Training:
https://www.pcapainted.org/business-training/
...2024-08-2918 minPaintED PodcastDay in the life RECAP: Ask A PainterFind More Episodes on PCA Overdrive: https://www.pcaoverdrive.org/ask-a-painter
PCA Overdrive is free for members.
Not a member? Download the app on the Apple Store or Google Play and enjoy a 7 day free trial!
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Attend a Painting Contractors Association - PCA event for FREE!
Scholarship applications: https://www.pcapainted.org/event-scholarships/
PCA member companies are 15x larger, more profitable and more stable than the average painting company. How did they do this? PCA's Business Training:
https://www.pcapainted.org/business-training/
Nick Slavik
Link to the PCA's...2024-08-2951 minPaintED PodcastAny Of Your Questions Or Topic Suggestions: Ask A PainterFind More Episodes on PCA Overdrive: https://www.pcaoverdrive.org/ask-a-painter
PCA Overdrive is free for members.
Not a member? Download the app on the Apple Store or Google Play and enjoy a 7 day free trial!
Become a member: https://www.pcapainted.org/membership-resources/
PCA member companies are 15x larger, more profitable and more stable than the average painting company. How did they do this? @PCA's Business Training:
https://www.pcapainted.org/business-training/
Upcoming Events:
-Gathering of Mn Painters Summer Social 25 July Chanhassen Mn
-The Retreat w Nick Slavik - 13-16 Aug Wilderness of Mn
-PCA...2024-08-0544 minPaintED PodcastAny Of Your Questions Or Topic Suggestions: Ask A PainterFind More Episodes on PCA Overdrive: https://www.pcaoverdrive.org/ask-a-painter
PCA Overdrive is free for members.
Not a member? Download the app on the Apple Store or Google Play and enjoy a 7 day free trial!
Become a member: https://www.pcapainted.org/membership-resources/
PCA member companies are 15x larger, more profitable and more stable than the average painting company. How did they do this? @PCA's Business Training:
https://www.pcapainted.org/business-training/
Upcoming Events:
-Gathering of Mn Painters Summer Social 25 July Chanhassen Mn
-The Retreat w Nick Slavik - 13-16 Aug Wilderness of Mn
-PCA...2024-08-051h 00PaintED Podcast8th Anniversary show The Roast of Nick Slavik: Ask A PainterFind More Episodes on PCA Overdrive: https://www.pcaoverdrive.org/ask-a-painter
PCA Overdrive is free for members.
Not a member? Download the app on the Apple Store or Google Play and enjoy a 7 day free trial!
Become a member: https://www.pcapainted.org/membership-resources/
PCA member companies are 15x larger, more profitable and more stable than the average painting company. How did they do this? @PCA's Business Training:
https://www.pcapainted.org/business-training/
Upcoming Events:
-Syracuse, NY Master's Class 17 May 24 - contact your SW rep to attend!
-New Hampshire Master's Class 24 May 24 - contact your SW...2024-08-051h 15PaintED PodcastLive Q&A with Jason Paris at the Gathering of Florida Painters: Ask A PainterFind More Episodes on PCA Overdrive: https://www.pcaoverdrive.org/ask-a-painter
PCA Overdrive is free for members.
Not a member? Download the app on the Apple Store or Google Play and enjoy a 7 day free trial!
Become a member: https://www.pcapainted.org/membership-resources/
PCA member companies are 15x larger, more profitable and more stable than the average painting company. How did they do this? @PCA's Business Training:
https://www.pcapainted.org/business-training/
Upcoming Events:
-Syracuse, NY Master's Class 17 May 24 - contact your SW rep to attend!
-New Hampshire Master's Class 24 May 24 - contact your SW...2024-08-0534 minPainter Growth PodcastFrom The Vault: Ep.26 Nick Slavik - Is the Painting Industry STILL the Wild West? (YES IT IS)In this episode, we revisit Episode 26, featuring Nick Slavik, owner of Nick Slavik Painting & Restoration Co., host of Ask a Painter Live, and Chairman of the PCA.
In this insightful conversation, Nick shares his expertise on how to overcome big challenges in your business, using his own experience to teach how you can face the unpredictable nature of the painting business.
Download our podcast-exclusive toolkit of templates for your painting company: www.paintergrowth.com/podcast/
Learn how to grow your painting company NOW: go.paintergrowth.com?el=podca...2024-07-0857 min
Titan TalksEp 37: Nick Slavik - Building a painting empireIn this episode of Titan Talks hosted by Jonathan Stern, Nick Slavik discussed his journey in the painting industry, from working in his family's business as a child to founding his own company, Nick Slavik Painting & Restoration Co., in 2007 after being told there was no place for him in the family business. Despite the rocky start and initial challenges, Slavik's company has thrived, earning numerous national awards and growing significantly over the years. He highlighted the transformations in marketing strategies from traditional methods like newspaper ads to digital platforms like social media and Google listings, emphasizing the necessity of...2024-05-0436 minPaintED PodcastNick Ornitz Of Topline Pro & Steve Lockwood Of Lockwood Finishes: Ask A PainterFind out more about Topline Pro:
https://www.toplinepro.com/
PCA member companies are 15x larger, more profitable and more stable than the average painting company. How did they do this? Painting Contractors Association - PCA Business Training:
https://www.pcapainted.org/business-training/
Upcoming Events:
-Gathering of Florida Painters Orlando 10 May 24 - https://www.facebook.com/events/444363451501954
-Syracuse, NY Master's Class 17 May 24 - contact your SW rep to attend!
-New Hampshire Master's Class 24 May 24 - contact your SW rep to attend!
-The Retreat w Nick Slavik Summer l - 13-16 Aug - more info to follow!
-Tom Reber's Mile...2024-05-011h 07PaintED PodcastLive At A Historic Church Restoration Project With THE Chris Mole: Ask A PainterAsk a Painter Live #411:
Live at a historic church restoration project with THE Chris Mole of Mr Mole’s Painting LLC
Do you own a job or a business?
What do you charge for X?
How do you schedule?
What's the best type of marketing?
Where can you find all the good people?
What positions should you delegate?
All of these questions answered in the industries finest business boot camp - Painting Contractors Association - PCA Business Training:
https://www.pcapainted.org/business-training/
Upcoming Events:
-Louisville, Ky Master's Class 12 Apr 24 - contact your SW rep to attend!
-Syracuse, NY Ma...2024-04-1829 minPaintED Podcast1 On 1 Meetings: Ask A Painterprobably one of the most important things you're NOT doing for your business.
email me nick@nickslavik.com for a sample 1 on 1 Meeting template!
If you like what you saw in the show today, you'll love the @PCA's Business Training:
https://www.pcapainted.org/business-training/
Upcoming Events:
-Louisville, Ky Master's Class 12 Apr 24 - contact your SW rep to attend!
-Syracuse, NY Master's Class 17 May 24 - contact your SW rep to attend!
-New Hampshire Master's Class 24 May 24 - contact your SW rep to attend!
-Fort Myers, FL Master's Class 5 June 24 - contact your SW rep to attend!
-The Retreat w...2024-04-181h 02
The Forward Thinking Podcast with Lucas JensenEpisode #6 - Interviewing Nick Slavik, the Chair of the PCA!Welcome to Episode 6 of the Forward Thinking Podcast! I'm your host Lucas Jensen and today I had the pleasure of interviewing Nick Slavik, Chair of the PCA, Proprietor of Nick Slavik Painting & Restoration Co, and Host of Ask a Painter Live!Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to connect and interview you Nick! Thank you for all that you are doing for everyone around you, and for the painting industry. Keep crushing it my man. I can't wait to see what the rest of 2024 has in store for you!To everyone else...2024-04-1558 min
Contractor SecretsEp 125: Nick Slavik - Renovating & Optimizing Your BusinessIn this episode, Tanner Mullen interviews Nick Slavik about his experience in the painting industry and his role as the chair of the Painting Contractors Association (PCA). They discuss the importance of renovating and modernizing a business, calibrating the leadership compass, and constantly improving and professionalizing the business. Nick shares his transition from military to business leadership and the lessons he learned from his military service. They also talk about the benefits of attending the PCA Expo and the power of collaboration and connection in the painting industry.
Takeaways
...2024-02-2328 min
The Contractor Fight with Tom ReberTCF871: Mastering Production: Construction EditionToday’s guest on the show, Nick Slavik of Nick Slavik Painting & Restoration, is an operations guru when it comes to production management. With over 40 full-time employees at 1600 production hours a week, Nick has refined systems for training, communication, and goal-setting to keep his business running smoothly. Nick shares his secrets for maximizing production through operational excellence and prioritizing his employees. Episode Highlights: [00:00] - Intro [02:24] - Nick’s background [04:13] - Managing 1600 production hours per week [07:18] - Hiring and retaining good employees [09:37] - The decent human being...2024-02-2254 minPaintED PodcastThe PCA Expo Prep Show: Ask A PainterThe PCA Expo Prep Show!
Everything you need to know about our SuperBowl - the Expo!
Get your questions ready - and if you've attended Comment below w your takeaways!
If you like Mastering the Basics, you'll love the Painting Contractors Association - PCA’s Business Training:
https://www.pcapainted.org/business-training/
Upcoming Events:
-The EXPO! 26 Feb - 1 Mar
https://www.pcapainted.org/expo/
-Chicago Master's Class - 6 Mar 24 - contact your SW Rep to attend!
-St. Louis, Mo Master's Class - 13 Mar 24 - contact your SW rep to attend!
-Vancouver Master's Class - 3-4 April 24 - contact your SW...2024-02-1447 min
The Pursuit of Purpose126 Building an Empire with Servant Leadership w/ Nick SlavikWant free content secrets from a multi-million dollar painter? Join me as I chat with Nick Slavik! We dive into his 399-week live painting streak, building connections, and thriving on free value. Learn about leadership, starting ventures, and why action conquers perfection. Bonus: book and movie picks! This episode sparks your next step, so subscribe and join the community!
Book Recommendations:
Traction by Gino
WickmanSinging Wilderness by Sigurd Olson
From Here to Eternity by James Jones
Movie Recommendations:
Apocalypse Now (1979) Directed by Francis Ford Coppola
#freecontent #contentmarketing #businesstips #paintingtips #entrepreneurlife #motivation #livestreaming #socialmediaengagement #authenticconnection #leadershipdevelopment...2024-02-141h 02PaintED PodcastMastering The Basics - Summary And Your Questions: Ask A PainterWant your professional life changed in 2024?
Join me and the best minds in the industry at The Expo!
26 Feb - 1 Mar https://www.pcapainted.org/expo/
I guarantee you'll be different after this........
Email me Nick@nickslavik.com for the Steps To Professionalization!
If you like Mastering the Basics, you'll love the @PCA's Business Training:
https://www.pcapainted.org/business-training/
Upcoming Events:
-SW National Sales Meeting - Private - 22 Jan 24
-Veteran Service Brands Conference - 24 Jan 24
-The Winter Retreat w Nick Slavik - 2024
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-The EXPO! 26 Feb - 1 Mar
https://www.pcapainted.org/expo/
...2024-01-1557 minPaintED PodcastMastering The Basics - Building A Leadership Team with Clear Roles: Ask A PainterWant your professional life cahnged in 2024?
Join me and the best minds in the industry at The Expo! 26 Feb - 1 Mar https://www.pcapainted.org/expo/
I guarantee you'll be different after this........
Interested in hiring a team to help you grow your business? Have a team already and need better performance? Here's how I've grown my team - lessons learned, best practices and real numbers!
Email me Nick@nickslavik.com for the:
-Coordinator Job Description
-Estimator Job Description
-Project Manager Job Description
-Above the Line // Below the Line Sheet
If you like Mastering the Basics, you'll love the...2024-01-101h 02
Contractor Freedom - Break out of Contractor PrisonFrom Soldier to 7-Figure CEO: How a Veteran Entrepreneur Built a Million-Dollar Painting CompanyJason Phillips: [00:00:00] Welcome to the Contractor Freedom Podcast. I'm your host, Jason Phillips. This show exists to help small business owners like you escape the tyranny of Contractor Freedom and enter the bliss of Contractor Freedom so you can have the Time, Money, and Freedom to Live Your Life With Purpose Beyond Your Business.As a certified human behavior consultant in DISC personality styles and motivators, I'll be sharing with you skills for life, love, leadership, and business. I'll also be connecting you with experts that can help you scale your business and your life. So if...2024-01-0346 minPaintED PodcastMastering The Basics - Goal Tracking: Ask A PainterIf your plan for 2024 is to work like a dog and hope it all works out, you'll likely come up short. Here's how to ACTUALLY hit your goals in 2024!
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The secret to success in business is not moonshots, its in the basic, day to day operations of your company. Success starts with Job Costing! Almost any problem or friction point you have in your business can be solved with the data from Job Costing.
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...2023-12-191h 15PaintED PodcastMastering The Basics Standards & Deliverables: Ask A PainterFind More Episodes on PCA Overdrive: https://www.pcaoverdrive.org/ask-a-painter
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The secret to success in business is not moonshots, its in the basic, day to day operations of your company. Success starts with Standards and Deliverables
Today we discuss:
Job Descriptions
Pay Scales
Goal Setting & Reviews
Employee Handbook
Training
Accountability
Email me Nick@nickslavik.com for these docs and templates!
If you...2023-12-041h 01PaintED PodcastEstimating And Job Management Tech: Estimate RocketFind More Episodes on PCA Overdrive: https://www.pcaoverdrive.org/estimate-rocket-podcast-1
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On this episode of Rocket Your Business for Trade Contractors, we re-share a conversation by Nick Slavik, host of Ask A Painter LIVE, and Tom Droste, Founder/CEO of Estimate Rocket. Nick and Tom's conversation originally aired on Ask A Painter LIVE and they covered topics ranging from job management technology and...2023-12-0456 min
Rocket Your Business for Trade ContractorsEstimating and Job Management Tech with Nick Slavik and Tom DrosteOn this episode of Rocket Your Business for Trade Contractors, we re-share a conversation by Nick Slavik, host of Ask A Painter LIVE, and Tom Droste, Founder/CEO of Estimate Rocket. Nick and Tom's conversation originally aired on Ask A Painter LIVE and they covered topics ranging from job management technology and future economic challenges, to sales process, customer service, and more. These two big brains sift through some of the hottest subjects being discussed in contractor circles, and they offer their perspective on how trade contractors can continue to improve efficiency and increase profitability in any economic environment. 2023-11-2955 minPaintED PodcastMastering The Basics: Ask A PainterFind More Episodes on PCA Overdrive: https://www.pcaoverdrive.org/ask-a-painter
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Estimating!
Everything you've ever wanted to know about "What do I charge for X?"
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-Steps to professionalization
-Estimating Template
-Estimating SOP
-Sales Tracker
-Contract
-"Whats Next" doc
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Email me Nick@nickslavik.com for:
-Steps to professionalization
-My SOP's
-How to Make SOP's Guide
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Estimating and Marketing
8 Dec 23 Contact your SW rep to attend
...2023-11-201h 05PaintED PodcastMastering The Basics Winter Schedule Preview: Ask A PainterFind More Episodes on PCA Overdrive: https://www.pcaoverdrive.org/ask-a-painter
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For a copy of my Steps to Professionalization email me nick@nickslavik.com and make the specific request. Its the guiding document for all of the live videos and training we'll be doing this winter!
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-The Winter Retreat w Nick Slavik - 2024
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-Contractor Reboot...2023-11-2033 minRocket Your Business for Trade ContractorsProject Performance Reviews with Nick SlavikOn this episode of Rocket Your Business, Nick Slavik from Ask A Painter joins us to talk about the types of project and performance reviews that reveal trends and improvement opportunities. Every project review is inevitably impacted by employee performance, and Nick talks about how his company, Nick Slavik Painting and Restoration, schedules project performance AND personell performance reviews. We also talk about the 'above-the-line' and 'below-the-line' method of identifying work attitudes that impact performance and team culture. Check out Nick's Ask A Painter show!2023-11-0127 minPainter Growth PodcastEp 26. Nick Slavik - He got kicked in his mouth this summer!In this episode, we have Nick Slavik, Owner of Nick Slavik Painting & Restoration Co. and Chairman of the PCA for the second time!
Join us as we talk about the challenges he is going through while running a company that produces $3M a year in sales and how he has managed to meet and overcome them successfully.
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The Unlimited ContractorBe intentional when growing your business.I have a great conversation with Nick Slavik. We talk about how important it is to be intentional and consistent in your service-based business. From starting your business to generating leads, taking small steps goes a long way to growing your business and reaching your goals. We also talk about the importance of being proactive in your growth.
To reach Nick Slavik email him at nick@nickslavik.com
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2023-09-0940 minPainter Growth PodcastEp 2. Nick Slavik: From Technician to Manager to Leader ($3M/yr Growth Story)In this episode, I sit down with Nick Slavik, proprietor of Nick Slavic Painting & Restoration Co., and Chairman of the Painting Contractor's Assocation (PCA). Join us as we discuss how he went from Technician, to Manager, to Leader in his painting business - and how he now runs and operates his painting company which does over $3M/year in gross sales. To learn more about the PCA and how you can join, go here.
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Learn how to grow your painting company N...2023-08-0159 min
Contractor Evolution118. Collaborate With Competition? Or Hide Your Trade Secrets? - Nick SlavikTo learn more about Breakthrough Academy, click here: https://trybta.com/PCEP118 Check Out Nick Here: https://nickslavik.com/ My guest on the show today is Nick Slavik. Owner of Nick Slavik Painting and Restoration Company, the Chairman of the Board for the Painting Contractors Association, and a minor celebrity in the painting world known for his “Ask A Painter” Facebook live series. On today’s episode, we try to answer one simple question Should you collaborate with your competition? Or protect your trade secrets? Entrepreneurs have strong opinions when it...2023-07-2644 min
Contractor RadioThink Like a Painter with Nick Slavik of Nick Slavik Painting and RestorationIn this weeks episode Jim sits down with Nick Slavik founder of Nick Slavik Painting and Restoration and Ask a Painter Live. They dig deep into the psychology of leadership, the importance of intentional time to focus on things that might otherwise slip between the cracks of everyday life, and briefly touch on best practices and the future of AI in contracting. Nick takes a look at becoming the person and leader you want to be by examining and finding your passion. Nick also discusses the ins and outs of hiring and developing a solid foundation complete with Standard...2023-07-131h 02Contractor SecretsBlast-Off 2023: Nick Slavik - Pricing For GrowthListen in as Nick Slavik brings immense value when it comes to pricing your painting jobs for SCALE!
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2023-07-0743 minThe Contractor Fight with Tom ReberTCF774: When Should You Quit Your Day Job?Tom addresses a common question that many individuals in the contracting field have: When should I quit my full-time job and focus on my side hustle or contracting business? He explores several indicators that will help you determine if you're ready to take the leap and commit to your contracting business full-time. He also provides insights and guidelines to help you to make that move. Conversation Highlights: [00:00] - Intro [00:32] - Low-risk life situation [01:38] - Soul-sucking day job [02:34] - Contractor Reboot [03:27] - Side hustle income exceeds f...2023-07-0607 min
The ServiceLegend PodcastThe ServiceLegend Podcast - Episode #45 - Crafting Excellence W/ Nick SlavikIn this captivating episode of the ServiceLegend Podcast, we are honored to host Nick Slavik, the Proprietor of Nick Slavik Painting & Restoration Co. and the renowned Host of Ask a Painter Live. With over 25 years of craftsmanship experience, Nick's company has received 15 national awards for their exceptional work, including the restoration of Victorian mansions. Join us as Nick shares his inspiring journey, from serving in the Army to earning a business management degree, and how he built a thriving company with 35+ employees. Discover his passion for mentoring young talent, his innovative approaches to finishing procedures, and his expertise in...2023-06-1648 minRocket Your Business for Trade ContractorsFearless Bidding and Job-Costing with Nick SlavikEstimate Rocket is celebrating 100 podcasts! For June, we're replaying some of our top episodes from the last 100...in case you missed them. Here's #1.On this episode of Estimate Rocket Radio, Nick Slavik of Ask A Painter and Nick Slavik Painting and Restoration joins us to talk about new revelations about estimating and job costing that can help launch contractors into next-level growth. Owners and estimators are in need of quick and easy estimating that makes for a super-simple process for both customer and contractor that correctly assesses work, plans profitable margins, and delivers high quality. N...2023-06-1425 minRocket Your Business for Trade ContractorsFearless Bidding and Job-Costing with Nick SlavikOn this episode of Estimate Rocket Radio, Nick Slavik of Ask A Painter and Nick Slavik Painting and Restoration joins us to talk about new revelations about estimating and job costing that can help launch contractors into next-level growth. Owners and estimators are in need of quick and easy estimating that makes for a super-simple process for both customer and contractor that correctly assesses work, plans profitable margins, and delivers high quality. Nick discusses new methods that can help get business owners out of the dreaded 96% of businesses that never get past $1M in revenue and have less than 10 e...2023-03-3025 min
Harbor and SproutNick Slavik: Painting, Restoration, and PeopleNick Slavik is the Proprietor of the Nick Slavik Painting & Restoration Co. and is the Host of Ask a Painter Live. Ask a Painter Live has aired weekly for over 6 years, instructing, answering questions and championing the trades as an avenue for freedom. His company will celebrate its 15th anniversary this year, employs +35 people, a leadership team and operates a full scale finishing shop.
He has been a national and international speaker on topics such as entrepreneurship, craftspersonship, trades reformation, recruiting, harnessing technology for trades business, financial benchmarks, industry standards and coating science.
After High Scho...2023-03-3025 min
Titan TalksEp 1: Nick Slavik: How Contractors Need to Adapt to Modern Homeowner ExpectationsAdvice from an industry titan with more than 29 years of experience in what it takes for contractors to serve modern homeowners
Who is Nick Slavik?
Nick has been a craftsman for more than 29 years. His company has been awarded more than 15 National awards for craftsmanship over the last 5 years. He is the host of Ask a Painter Live - a weekly live social media show where he speaks to current industry topics and answers questions live from the internet. He has created a rigorous Apprenticeship program where he finds, trains, inspires and mentors young people in...2023-02-1043 min
Paint Radio | American Painting ContractorOperations Running a Business with 20-40 EmployeesNeed a pep talk? Some inspiration?John Busick, Chad Jeffries Jason Phillips, and Nick Slavik discuss their day to day running a business with 20-40 employees. Listen in for outstanding ideas on time management, scheduling tricks, comp plans, career paths and getting off the hamster wheel.2023-02-0346 minThe ServiceLegend PodcastThe ServiceLegend Podcast - Episode #29 -Achieving Success in the Painting Industry W/ Nick SlavikJoin Nick Slavik, Proprietor of the Nick Slavik Painting & Restoration Co. and host of "Ask a Painter Live", as he shares his expertise and insights on the trades as an avenue for freedom. With over 25 years of experience in entrepreneurship, craftsmanship, and trade reform, as well as painting and restoration, he has won numerous noteworthy awards. This episode is sure to provide valuable insights and help many painting business owners reach their goals!
If you want your business to reach new heights, listen in on the Service Legend Podcast today!
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Contractor SecretsEp 99: AAP Live With Nick SlavikThis is a recording of my recent visit with Nick Slavik on his Ask a Painter LIVE show! Tune in!
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Painter Marketing Mastermind PodcastInterview with Nick Slavik, Brad Ellison, Chris Elliott and Chris MoleIn this very special episode of the Painter Marketing Mastermind Podcast, we host a group interview of Nick Slavik, Brad Ellison, Chris Elliott, and Chris Mole, all owners of highly successful painting companies. These titans of industry discuss topics that were covered during Nick Slavik's "Ask A Painter Live Winter Retreat" in Minnesota, during which time only a small group of people were privy to this great information. This lively debate and exchange of ideas demonstrates that while there are certain important themes that seem to be consistent among highly successful painting companies, there are often times multiple paths...2022-10-171h 19Rocket Your Business for Trade ContractorsWhen to Schedule More Work Versus When To Hire with Nick SlavikOn this episode of Estimate Rocket Radio, we talk with Nick Slavik of Nick Slavik Painting and Restoration and host of Ask A Painter Live, and Tom Droste, CEO of Estimate Rocket. Nick and Tom discusses different approaches and balances to the problem of when to schedule work versus when to hire. Revenue growth hangs on backlog, but too much backlog without enough production team members can lead to some hairy situations. Learn how industry experts articulate the nuances of hiring and scheduling, and tell how you resolve the paradox in your own company!Check out the lat...2022-08-3036 min