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Compensation Strategies to Elevate Your Painting Business

November 08, 20241 min read

November 7, 2024

Season 1, Episode 125

Compensation Strategies to Elevate Your Painting Business

Unlock the secrets to building a successful painting business with insights straight from Daniel, a CPA who has dedicated his career to taking painting companies from the ground floor to multimillion-dollar success. Discover the art of compensating your team effectively, inspired by the teachings of Brad Jacobs' "How to Make a Few Billion Dollars." Daniel breaks down how to classify your team members as A, B, or C players using a unique emotional litmus test. Learn why it's crucial to surround yourself with A players, following the wisdom of industry legends like Steve Jobs, and avoid the pitfalls of a "bozo explosion" that can stunt your business's growth.

Get ready to reimagine your compensation strategy as we explore the best ways to reward A players who bring extraordinary value to your company. Daniel reveals how investing in top talent can yield substantial returns, and why going beyond budget constraints for these key individuals is a smart move. Tune into our conversation for actionable strategies on determining fair wages for job site labor, ensuring your business not only attracts but retains the very best in the industry. Whether you're listening on the go or watching on YouTube, this episode is packed with practical advice to elevate your team's potential and propel your business forward.

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Daniel Honan

Daniel Honan is a former painting business owner and military intelligence officer with an MBA and a degree in Accounting. He's been in your shoes. Everything from cold calling for estimates, in-home consults, managing crews, to running payroll. With his accounting, intel, and painting industry experience, he's put together a back-office system to help painting contractors crush it by helping them know their numbers and what they mean, save big in taxes, and streamline and automate their processes to save time and money.

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Profitable Painter Podcast

Compensation Strategies to Elevate Your Painting Business

November 08, 20241 min read

November 7, 2024

Season 1, Episode 125

Compensation Strategies to Elevate Your Painting Business

Unlock the secrets to building a successful painting business with insights straight from Daniel, a CPA who has dedicated his career to taking painting companies from the ground floor to multimillion-dollar success. Discover the art of compensating your team effectively, inspired by the teachings of Brad Jacobs' "How to Make a Few Billion Dollars." Daniel breaks down how to classify your team members as A, B, or C players using a unique emotional litmus test. Learn why it's crucial to surround yourself with A players, following the wisdom of industry legends like Steve Jobs, and avoid the pitfalls of a "bozo explosion" that can stunt your business's growth.

Get ready to reimagine your compensation strategy as we explore the best ways to reward A players who bring extraordinary value to your company. Daniel reveals how investing in top talent can yield substantial returns, and why going beyond budget constraints for these key individuals is a smart move. Tune into our conversation for actionable strategies on determining fair wages for job site labor, ensuring your business not only attracts but retains the very best in the industry. Whether you're listening on the go or watching on YouTube, this episode is packed with practical advice to elevate your team's potential and propel your business forward.

Subscribe to the Profitable Painter Podcast

Painting Business OwnersProfitable Painter PodcastBookkeeping For PaintersCompensation StrategiesMasterclassBusiness Growth Tips
blog author image

Daniel Honan

Daniel Honan is a former painting business owner and military intelligence officer with an MBA and a degree in Accounting. He's been in your shoes. Everything from cold calling for estimates, in-home consults, managing crews, to running payroll. With his accounting, intel, and painting industry experience, he's put together a back-office system to help painting contractors crush it by helping them know their numbers and what they mean, save big in taxes, and streamline and automate their processes to save time and money.

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