Business Coaching for Painters
More than
a fair coat.
Painting has the lowest barrier to entry of any trade, which means the bottom of the market is a race to the cheapest quote. Competing there is a treadmill. The painters who build real businesses get off it: they sell preparation, reliability and finish quality to clients who care, and they price like professionals.
Who We Coach ยท Painters
Coaching that speaks
your trade
We coach painters on escaping the cheap-quote race: quoting that reflects proper prep instead of hiding it, positioning that wins repaints, new builds or commercial contracts deliberately, and the presentation that makes clients comfortable paying for quality.
Because it does. Pricing that makes preparation visible and paid for, instead of squeezed out by the cheapest bidder.
Residential repaints, new construction and commercial maintenance are different businesses. We help you choose and win the one that fits.
Presentation, communication and follow-up that justify professional rates before you open a tin.
Real estate, strata and past-client systems that keep the diary full without discounting.
How We Help Painters
Every part of the business,
covered
Strategy Consulting
We help tradies make smarter decisions by looking at the whole picture: business, finances, branding, compliance, and personal wellbeing.
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Systems & Operations
We’ll sort your backend: quoting, scheduling, software, pricing models, so you can run smoother and stop putting out fires every day.
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Compliance & Legal Setup
From ABNs to insurance, asset protection to licensing, we help you get legally covered and properly structured from day one.
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Marketing & Branding
We’ll help you stand out with clear messaging, a strong brand, and a plan to get the right work from the right clients.
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Health & Wellbeing
We make sure you’re looked after, mentally, physically, and emotionally, so you can keep showing up at your best.
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Painters ask us these
How do I compete with cheap quotes?+
You don't. You compete on certainty: proper prep, insurance, a real scope, tidy sites and a finish that lasts. We build the quote presentation and reputation that make the price difference make sense to good clients.
Is commercial painting worth chasing?+
It can be: steadier volume, but slower payment and thinner margins. We run the numbers for your business and, if it fits, prepare the paperwork and cash flow so contracts help rather than hurt.
Can you help a husband-and-wife painting business?+
A huge share of painting businesses run exactly that way, and the coaching covers both sides: the on-tools work and the quoting, books and scheduling that usually land on the partner.
Client Feedback
What tradies say about
working with us
Tradie1 have been instrumental in helping us build a strong foundation to grow our landscape business. Jason’s guidance, knowledge, and support have had a huge impact on both our systems and the way we operate day to day.
Working with Jason from Tradie 1 has been a game changer for my business. He’s supportive, honest, and knows exactly how to break things down so they’re easy to implement. His understanding of the building industry is second to none.
Jason brings a huge amount of knowledge, encouragement, and real world experience, but what sets him apart is his genuine focus on the bigger picture. He understands that running a successful trade business isn’t just about turnover and profit, it’s about mental wellbeing, family life, and building a business that actually supports the life you want.
Free Strategy Session
Knock off on time.
Run your business the right way.
Let’s chat about your goals, your challenges, and where you want to take your business. No pressure, no obligation.