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All leaders must understand this simple truth: style does matter. These six leadership styles are the most prominent in the workforce today, says business author Glenn Gutek. See if you can recognize where you fit in.
Read moreToo much to do, not enough time? Annie Newton, COO at 4 Seasons Color in Walla Walla, Washington, shares some of her secrets for setting priorities and staying focused.
Read moreWant to improve your customer sales? In this article, paint pro Terry Begue shares some techniques he has learned over several decades in the business.
Read moreBefore joining the family painting business, Gina Koert of Shamrock Painting studied to be an architect, so she has a unique perspective on the sometimes challenging relationship between architects and painting contractors. We asked the Denver-based contractor for her advice…
Read moreAt its core, leadership is really about how you can influence the people around you, and your ability to move them in a certain direction to accomplish certain goals or objectives.
Read moreThese days, it’s all too easy to assume customers are delighted while, in reality, they often have one foot out the door with an eye trained on one of your many competitors.
Read moreLike many professional painting contractors, Randy Fornoff learned the painting trade by working in his father’s company. Now he and his brothers are running the family business, MTS Painting and Property Services, Inc.
Read moreAnother in our series of professional business-building articles by Terry Begue, owner of Begue Painting and a frequent contributor to PPC magazine.
Read moreEvery professional painting contractor has his or her own methods for winning the job and closing the sale. For Terry Begue, owner of Begue Painting of Hartville, Ohio, finding common ground with prospective customers is key.
Read moreHabits can be a trap for people in leadership positions. As leaders, they should provide a compelling vision that inspires those around them. Instead, many of them lapse into automatic and mindless thinking. And that can affect every decision they…
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