Category Archives: ONLINE EXTRAS

Find the Right Pro for the Job

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How to register and post job listings on the new Job Board

Sherwin-Williams recently launched the Job Board to help painting contractors find and hire talented painters to their teams. The free platform comes in response to the labor market shortage, one of the biggest hurdles facing many painting businesses today. Continue reading Find the Right Pro for the Job

The Next Generation

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Retain talented painters by investing in their careers

Two of the biggest challenges facing painting business owners are how to recruit talented young painters and how to keep them once you do. But both problems can be solved by developing a strong culture of mentorship within your organization. Continue reading The Next Generation

3 Steps to Perfect Caulking

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Maximize caulk efficiency and performance with these tips.

“It’s just caulk.”

It’s a common expression among many painters and their crews, but that doesn’t make it accurate. There’s a reason there are so many varieties of caulk on the shelves.

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Building a Bid That Wins

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Hone your process to land more jobs

Building and winning bids is one of the most important parts of growing your painting business. After all, you’re not the only painter out there. According to a 2021 survey, 46 percent of homeowners received quotes from at least two different painters for their home. Standing out from the crowd means your bids need to impress potential customers with their preparation, their professionalism, and, yes, their price point.

Chris Moore, founder of Elite Business Advisors, and Shane Fast, owner of Renew Painting of the Carolinas, share their best practices for job estimates in the Sherwin-Williams PRO+ Training Series webinar “Estimating Like a PRO.” While crafting the perfect bid is more of an art than a science, the advice they offer can help you hone your bids and land more jobs. Continue reading Building a Bid That Wins

Finding the Right Roller Cover for the Job

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Boost your team’s productivity by considering these three factors

Though many painters are looking to make their teams more productive, few are aware that choosing the right roller cover can also make a big difference for their bottom line. Connie McKinney, Senior Product Manager at Sherwin-Williams, says she’s seen how much of a difference roller selection can make. Continue reading Finding the Right Roller Cover for the Job