Off The Tools

Joshua Grootenboer & Jimmy Hong
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Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule 🚀 Whether you're doing $500K or gunning for $5M+, Off The Tools is the podcast for growth-minded painters and remodelers who’ve traded the brush or hammer for the business plan. Hosted by Joshua Grootenboer & Jimmy Hong, the Owners behind Launch Point Media. This show dives deep into the real strategies, hard lessons, and smart marketing moves that help residential painting and remodelling businesses scale up—and stay booked up. We’re pulling out all the stops to help you solve your marketing forever, bring in quality leads, and dominate your local market.  ✅ Marketing that actually works ✅ Real business growth insights ✅ Systems, sales, and stories from contractors who’ve been there ✅ Weekly episodes packed with actionable strategies 🎣 Remember: Multiple fishing poles ALWAYS catch more fish. 👉 Subscribe and stay off the tools—for good.

  1. JAN 23

    EP 28 Off The Tools: Free Leads Aren’t Dead: Door-Knocking & Neighbor Marketing That Actually Works

    Send us a text Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://dominatewithlaunchpt.base44.app/ 🎙️ In this episode, Jimmy and Josh break down how contractors can generate free leads starting tomorrow—without relying on referrals or waiting for “slow season” to end. They dive deep into door-to-door and next-door neighbor marketing, how to run it consistently, and how to train a team so it doesn’t depend on you forever. 🎙️ You will hear:  - Why door-knocking is still the #1 “free lead” lever (and why most contractors quit too early)  - The best time windows to knock (and how to boost door-open rates)  - How many houses you should hit daily to create a real pipeline  - The exact conversation approach: open-ended questions that keep the door open (literally) - How to train door-knockers with role-play + a simple shadowing plan - How to capture leads on the spot (clipboard/iPad setup) and track your numbers (opens → convos → estimates → booked jobs) - Why lawn signs + active job sites turn one project into multiple booked neighbors Thanks for watching the video! Our goal is to help residential painting, and remodelling businesses scale and solve their marketing forever and we’re pulling all the stops to make it happen! Subscribe to the channel to stay up to date with new strategies for your painting or remodelling business. Multiple Fishing Poles ALWAYS Catches More Fish! Launch Point Media Quality Leads For Painting & Remodelling Companies

    33 min

  2. JAN 9

    EP 26 Off the tools: Let Go Without Losing Control - The Blueprint for SOPs

    Send us a text Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://dominatewithlaunchpt.base44.app/ 🎙️ In Episode 26, Josh and Jimmy break down one of the most important (but most overlooked) pieces of building a scalable contracting business: SOPs — Standard Operating Procedures. They dive deep into how to build systems that remove chaos, eliminate mistakes, and allow you to finally step back from the day-to-day without losing control of quality. From checklists to videos, enforcement to accountability, this episode shows you how top contractors turn unpredictable jobs into consistent, repeatable results. If you’ve ever said “I feel chained to my business,” this is the episode that shows you exactly how to fix it. 🎙️ You will hear: - The #1 criterion of a great SOP (hint: a random person off the street should be able to follow it) - Why SOPs create predictability — and why predictability creates freedom - How McDonald’s-style systems make painting companies run smoother than ever - Why “telling your crew what to do” will always fail without a written checklist - How to enforce SOPs without micromanaging - Why updating SOPs is never a one-time task - How AI tools like ChatGPT can draft SOPs in minutes - The SOPs every painting business must have: start-of-job, mid-job communication, and end-of-job checklist - Why skipping SOPs leads to customer frustration, miscommunication, and lost payments - How to build a business that runs when you’re not on the job site If you’re heading into the new year without a clear plan, this episode will show you how to stop guessing, start tracking, and build a business that actually supports the life you want. Thanks for watching the video! Our goal is to help residential painting, and remodelling businesses scale and solve their marketing forever and we’re pulling all the stops to make it happen! Subscribe to the channel to stay up to date with new strategies for your painting or remodelling business. Multiple Fishing Poles ALWAYS Catches More Fish! Launch Point Media Quality Leads For Painting & Remodelling Companies

    27 min

  3. 12/23/2025

    EP 25 Off the tools: he New Year Game Plan: How Top Contractors Set Goals That Actually Get Hit

    Send us a text Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://dominatewithlaunchpt.base44.app/ 🎙️ In this episode of the Off the Tools Podcast, Jimmy Hong and Joshua Grootenboer break down how contractors should actually be setting goals for the new year — not wishful thinking, but real numbers, real systems, and real execution. They walk through how top 1% contractors reverse-engineer revenue goals, avoid burnout, and build a business that runs on systems instead of chaos. From hiring decisions to production capacity to tracking the right metrics, this episode gives you a practical framework to start the year with clarity and momentum — not stress. 🎙️ You will hear: How to set realistic revenue goals based on production capacity, not ego The exact numbers contractors need to track weekly and monthly Why hedging your goals is critical for slow seasons and unexpected delays How to reverse-engineer $1M+ goals using close rates and job size When to hire next — and why project managers unlock scale How SOPs and delegation prevent burnout as you grow Why contractors must shift from “doing the work” to organizing the business How tools like ChatGPT can simplify planning, tracking, and execution If you’re heading into the new year without a clear plan, this episode will show you how to stop guessing, start tracking, and build a business that actually supports the life you want. Thanks for watching the video! Our goal is to help residential painting, and remodelling businesses scale and solve their marketing forever and we’re pulling all the stops to make it happen! Subscribe to the channel to stay up to date with new strategies for your painting or remodelling business. Multiple Fishing Poles ALWAYS Catches More Fish! Launch Point Media Quality Leads For Painting & Remodelling Companies

    29 min

  4. 12/12/2025

    EP 24 Off the tools: Beating Burnout — How Top Contractors Stay in Control, Focused, and Fired Up 🔥

    Send us a text Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://dominatewithlaunchpt.base44.app/ 🎙️ In Episode 24, Josh and Jimmy tackle one of the biggest challenges facing high-performing contractors: burnout. They dive deep into how the top 1% avoid exhaustion, chaos, and overwhelm — and how clarity, structure, and mindset can turn stress into scalable success. They share how to shift from laborer to organizer, why clear vision and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are game-changers, and how tools like ChatGPT and job boards can save hours every week. This episode is all about working smarter, not harder — and staying motivated while building something that lasts. 🎙️ You will hear: - The hidden causes of burnout (and how to spot them early) - Why contractors get stuck in the “busy trap” — and how to escape it - How clear vision + systems give you freedom, not restriction - The mindset shift from worker to leader that changes everything - How to delegate tasks without losing control of quality - The role of SOPs in building predictability and peace of mind - Time management hacks to reclaim your evenings and weekends - How adopting new tools and processes keeps your business evolving Thanks for watching the video! Our goal is to help residential painting, and remodelling businesses scale and solve their marketing forever and we’re pulling all the stops to make it happen! Subscribe to the channel to stay up to date with new strategies for your painting or remodelling business. Multiple Fishing Poles ALWAYS Catches More Fish! Launch Point Media Quality Leads For Painting & Remodelling Companies

    34 min

  5. 12/05/2025

    EP 23 Off the tools: The Biggest Mistakes Painters Make (and How to Stop Losing Time, Money, and Clients)

    Send us a text Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://dominatewithlaunchpt.base44.app/ 🎙️ In Episode 23, Josh and Jimmy break down the most common — and costly — mistakes that hold painters back from growing their business. From relying only on word-of-mouth to underpricing jobs just to stay busy, they share the real-world habits that separate pros from amateurs. You’ll get honest stories from the field, practical fixes for recurring problems, and mindset shifts that will help you lead better crews, close better clients, and stay profitable for years to come. 🎙️ You will hear: Why relying on referrals is keeping your business stuckHow showing up late destroys trust before the job even startsThe fastest way to build accountability and leadership with your teamThe importance of safety — and the stories that prove it’s non-negotiableHow underpricing jobs wrecks your margins (and your sanity)The right way to qualify leads before wasting time on bad estimatesWhy clear timelines and realistic expectations keep customers happyThe small habits that make your business run smoother every single dayThanks for watching the video! Our goal is to help residential painting, and remodelling businesses scale and solve their marketing forever and we’re pulling all the stops to make it happen! Subscribe to the channel to stay up to date with new strategies for your painting or remodelling business. Multiple Fishing Poles ALWAYS Catches More Fish! Launch Point Media Quality Leads For Painting & Remodelling Companies

    25 min
  6. Ep 22 Off the tools: From 15K to 234K - How Christian Quit His Job and Scaled His Painting Business.

    11/29/2025

    Ep 22 Off the tools: From 15K to 234K - How Christian Quit His Job and Scaled His Painting Business.

    Send us a text Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://dominatewithlaunchpt.base44.app/ 🎙️ In Episode 22, Josh and Jimmy sit down with Christian Batista, owner of Precision Painters, to unpack how he went from inconsistent work and side jobs to running a thriving painting business — and officially getting off the tools in under six months. Christian shares how he built momentum through better marketing, mindset shifts, and coaching, booking over $150K directly from Facebook leads and scaling to a steady flow of work through the slow season. His story is raw, practical, and proof that anyone can grow fast when they learn to take action and trust the process. 🎙️ You will hear: - How Christian went from 15K a year to over 230K in 12 months - The mindset shift that helped him finally quit his 9–5 job - Why consistency in marketing beats word-of-mouth every time - How to confidently raise your prices and still close more jobs - The secret to pre-selling neighbors and stacking repeat work - How better communication and leadership transformed his crews - Why staying coachable and optimistic is the real growth multiplier Thanks for watching the video! Our goal is to help residential painting, and remodelling businesses scale and solve their marketing forever and we’re pulling all the stops to make it happen! Subscribe to the channel to stay up to date with new strategies for your painting or remodelling business. Multiple Fishing Poles ALWAYS Catches More Fish! Launch Point Media Quality Leads For Painting & Remodelling Companies

    42 min

  7. 11/21/2025

    EP 21 Off the tools: The Real Cost of Waiting — Why “Next Month” Might Be Expensive For You.

    Send us a text Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://dominatewithlaunchpt.base44.app/ 🎙️ In Episode 21, Josh and Jimmy dive into one of the biggest traps holding contractors back — waiting for the “right time” to fix their marketing. They break down how indecision quietly kills momentum, how much money is actually lost by delaying action, and why top contractors move fast even when things aren’t perfect. From missed leads and burned-out crews to the mindset behind consistent growth, this episode will push you to stop waiting and start acting — before another season slips by. 🎙️ You will hear: - Why “I’ll do it next month” is the most expensive sentence in business - The hidden cost of waiting to fix your lead flow - How small mindset shifts turn slow seasons into growth seasons - Why failure isn’t the enemy — stagnation is - Real numbers behind what waiting actually costs your business - How top 1% contractors stay booked when everyone else is slow - The three-step framework to finally take action and scale. Thanks for watching the video! Our goal is to help residential painting, and remodelling businesses scale and solve their marketing forever and we’re pulling all the stops to make it happen! Subscribe to the channel to stay up to date with new strategies for your painting or remodelling business. Multiple Fishing Poles ALWAYS Catches More Fish! Launch Point Media Quality Leads For Painting & Remodelling Companies

    24 min

  8. 11/14/2025

    EP 20 Off the tools: How to Buy Back Your Time — and Stop Wearing Every Hat in Your Business

    Send us a text Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://dominatewithlaunchpt.base44.app/ 🎙️ In Episode 20, Josh and Jimmy dive into one of the most overlooked skills in contracting — knowing when to delegate and how to buy back your time. They break down how to identify the work that actually moves your business forward, what tasks to let go of first, and why holding onto everything is costing you more than you think. From marketing and sales to production and team leadership, they walk through the mental and financial formulas that help contractors stop being “do-it-all” owners and start being real CEOs. 🎙️ You will hear: - The simple formula for knowing when it’s time to delegate a role - How to calculate your true hourly rate — and use it to guide decisions - Why even great marketers and craftsmen should still outsource - How to escape the “roller coaster” of inconsistent work - What separates a busy tradesman from a scalable business owner - Why small-business feel beats corporate polish every time - The real cost of waiting too long to act — and how it caps your potential Thanks for watching the video! Our goal is to help residential painting, and remodelling businesses scale and solve their marketing forever and we’re pulling all the stops to make it happen! Subscribe to the channel to stay up to date with new strategies for your painting or remodelling business. Multiple Fishing Poles ALWAYS Catches More Fish! Launch Point Media Quality Leads For Painting & Remodelling Companies

    25 min
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Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule 🚀 Whether you're doing $500K or gunning for $5M+, Off The Tools is the podcast for growth-minded painters and remodelers who’ve traded the brush or hammer for the business plan. Hosted by Joshua Grootenboer & Jimmy Hong, the Owners behind Launch Point Media. This show dives deep into the real strategies, hard lessons, and smart marketing moves that help residential painting and remodelling businesses scale up—and stay booked up. We’re pulling out all the stops to help you solve your marketing forever, bring in quality leads, and dominate your local market.  ✅ Marketing that actually works ✅ Real business growth insights ✅ Systems, sales, and stories from contractors who’ve been there ✅ Weekly episodes packed with actionable strategies 🎣 Remember: Multiple fishing poles ALWAYS catch more fish. 👉 Subscribe and stay off the tools—for good.

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  • Creator
    Joshua Grootenboer & Jimmy Hong
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Off The Tools
  • Show Website
    Off The Tools