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SBTB Ep. 12 | From $500K to $6M: What It Really Takes to Lead a Scaling Painting Company
Success Beyond The Brush · 2026-02-17 · 37 min
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In this episode of Success Beyond The Brush , Mark Black sits down with Rick Holtz , owner of a $6 million painting company with 50+ field employees, to unpack what it actually looks like to transition from operator to CEO. If you’ve ever wondered: Does stress triple when revenue triples? What does a real week look like for a $6M company owner? When should you hire production vs. sales? How do you scale without losing your company’s heart? Rick shares candid insights about letting go of ego, building systems, stopping exceptions, and evolving from “hero problem-solver” to coach and culture builder. This episode is for contractors who want to grow - but grow the right way .
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