2021 had no shortage of wild moments - good and bad! We recap the crazy paint shortage in 2021, and what you might expect in 2022 - and how to be prepared for it.We also chat about what happened within our company, Laser Line Painting, the podcast, the first-ever Stripe It Academy, and announce the new Vlog series on YouTube.Thanks for supporting the show through a wild year!Episode sponsored by , one more time-  EverLine Coatings and Services - https://everlinecoatings.com/stripeitGet in touch with the show!Instagram - @StripeItPodcastFacebook - Stripe It Like It's HotYouTube - Stripe It Like It's HotEmail - [email protected]

The goal of this episode is to convince you to USE LASERS! No, we don't get a cut of the sales for saying that - we just think they are that good - and there is one Laser clearly above all the others.Mike Vanneman is the Vice President of Sales and Operations for Laser Line Manufacturing, the company that produces the popular GL1000 (Also known as the Graco LazerGuide2000) laser.We chat about all things Lasers - where they have come from, how Mike and his dad began modifying their existing products for parking lot stripers, and why you should get a laser for your striping machine.Also, the contest has been extended to October 10th, 2021 - get your best striping photo in 2021 sent in before October 10 for your chance to win a $500 Amazon Gift Card!Check them out online! www.laserlinemfg.comEpisode sponsored by -  EverLine Coatings and Services - https://everlinecoatings.com/stripeitGet in touch with the show!Instagram - @StripeItPodcastFacebook - Stripe It Like It's HotEmail - [email protected]

Don't call it a comeback! The crazy 2021 continues - the 4-week hiatus is over and the show is back in your ears for your listening pleasure.Today is a brief chat on why the bigger jobs are good to target for your striping business, and I give you 3 ways to target those larger projects so you can level up your striping business.The $500 gift card photo contest is extended until September 30, 2021 - get your photos in!Episode sponsored by -  EverLine Coatings and Services - https://everlinecoatings.com/stripeitGet in touch with the show!Instagram - @StripeItPodcastFacebook - Stripe It Like It's HotEmail - [email protected]

Who doesn't want more work? One of the greatest ways to increase your sales is utilizing a Client Relationship Management software, or CRM.Learn about what they are, how they work, and why you should implement one in your business!My CRM of choice: Nutshell CRM - Free for 30 daysOther Popular CRMs: Hubspot, CompanyHub, SimpleCRM, Less Annoying CRM, SendInBlue Episode sponsored by -  EverLine Coatings and Services - https://everlinecoatings.com/stripeitGet in touch with the show!Instagram - @StripeItPodcastFacebook - Stripe It Like It's HotEmail - [email protected]

So much of the podcast is geared towards sales and business... but this episode is all about some epic field hacks you can use to stripe better!What is your favorite striping hack? DM us on social media or send me an email and let me know, and we'll shout you out on the show next week with your favorites!Episode sponsored by -  EverLine Coatings and Services - https://everlinecoatings.com/stripeitGet in touch with the show!Instagram - @StripeItPodcastFacebook - Stripe It Like It's HotEmail - [email protected]

You will often see other line painting companies performing various other services - should you? In this episode, we talk about some factors that can help you decide if you should expand your operations to include other services. Diversifying your services could be a wise business move - but it could also put an unnecessary financial strain on an existing business that can't support those services.I would love you hear your feedback or answer any questions about expanding your services - get in touch with me anytime! Episode sponsored by -  EverLine Coatings and Services - https://everlinecoatings.com/stripeitGet in touch with the show!Instagram - @StripeItPodcastFacebook - Stripe It Like It's HotEmail - [email protected]

The paint shortage of 2021 continues to rage on, leaving many of us in the industry frustrated, dry, and looking for answers. Ryan Vodicka makes his 2nd appearance on the show to give us first-hand information on what has happened and what to expect going forward.If you listened to the first interview with Ryan in Episode 7, you will see how knowledgeable he is with the manufacturing side of our industry. So much of what we discussed back in late March has transpired - if you want accurate information, pay close attention to Ryan. With around 20 years of experience in the industry in both manufacturing and sales, he knows what he is talking about!Episode sponsored by -  EverLine Coatings and Services - https://everlinecoatings.com/stripeitGet in touch with the show!Instagram - @StripeItPodcastFacebook - Stripe It Like It's HotEmail - [email protected]

The show went live on Instagram Tuesday, July 6th - we hung out and talked curbs, crosswalks, client follow up and other stuff that starts with the letter C!Get in touch with the show!Instagram - @StripeItPodcastFacebook - Stripe It Like It's HotEmail - [email protected]

The end of June is painting season baby... and everyone is super busy!This is just a quick episode to check in on some of the questions on the Facebook groups this week. I vow to have an important paint shortage update on episode 18 next week. Until then, conserve your paint and keep your stripes hot.Don't forget to submit your best striping photo in 2021 to win that sweet $500 Amazon gift card!Get in touch with the show!Instagram - @StripeItPodcastFacebook - Stripe It Like It's HotEmail - [email protected]

When someone has nothing to do in an airport after a 20-hour workday... why not record a podcast? Brian Hess truly needs no introduction. He is a major influencer, entrepreneur, and in many ways is larger than life.  He is a family man with a wife and 4 children, CEO of The Pavement Group, founder and educator of Top Contractor School, president of Lead Revenue, host to three podcasts, one of which is his incredible morning show streamed on Facebook every weekday morning at 7:30 am, "Morning Perspective"... and he's an unofficial Clubhouse superstar.Under his leadership, Pavement Group has rocketed to become a national force in the asphalt and pavement industry, and in this interview, we chat for 15 short minutes on how that is possible in such a short time frame... especially because he didn't even have a background in paving.If you want to grow your business, you need to listen to this man.He was gracious enough and hopped in a VERY impromptu podcast recording request while he was stuck in an airport in Atlanta... enjoy the quick peek into what he's done and his advice for line striping business owners on how to approach the growth of your business.Get in touch with the show!Instagram - @StripeItPodcastFacebook - Stripe It Like It's HotEmail - [email protected]