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Brush Wizards Podcast

Gary Proctor
Brush Wizards
Polyvine
Mental Health
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Grief
Personal Development
Trades
Decorating
Bradite
Birmingham Children's Hospital
Burnout
Spraying (decor)
Mindset
United Kingdom
One Can
Uncle Matt's Hats
Spray Dogs
Spray Equipment
Family Business
Kim Searle

Powered by Brewers Decorator Centres. The Brush Wizards Podcast connects UK painters and decorators through real conversations, events and trade partnerships. Hosted by Gary Proctor, the show brings together decorators, merchants, brands and industry leaders to explore the trade, business, mindset and community behind painting and decorating. If you paint for a living, this is where you stay conne... more

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Why can you be brilliant at your job and still spend Sunday worrying about Monday?

In this episode of the Brush Wizards Podcast, I sit down with cognitive hypnotherapist Sarah Ariss for a really interesting conversation about anxiety, overthinking a... more

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Polyvine has a major new product hitting the trade – 2K-POLY86, its new professional two-pack water-based polyurethane varnish.

Gary is joined by Ian Wells from Polyvine to find out exactly what it is, why it has taken around three years to develop ... more

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When Birmingham Children’s Hospital saved Kevin Jackson's grandson Ted's life, Kevin decided he wanted to give something back.

In this special episode of the Brush Wizards Podcast, Kevin and his son-in-law Matt join Gary Proctor to share the story b... more

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Can simply being yourself help you win more decorating work?

Gary Proctor is joined by John Paul Gowland, known to thousands online as "Slap It On Bosch!"

John explains how social media has transformed his decorating business, why customers buy int... more

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Why do so many painters and decorators work incredibly hard but still struggle to get ahead?

In this episode, business coach and bestselling author Robin Waite joins Gary Proctor to discuss pricing, profitability, confidence and why working harder i... more

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After serving in the Army, working in recruitment and running his own gym, Steven Macfarlane found his passion in painting and decorating. Just two and a half years later, he's built a thriving decorating business with a team of 12 decorators, specia... more

What if many of the challenges you face today actually started in childhood?

In this episode, I sit down with Jackie Cooper to explore how our early experiences shape the way we think, feel and behave as adults.

We discuss limiting beliefs, emotion... more

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What gives life meaning?

In this episode I sit down with decorator Aaron Griffin for one of the most thought provoking conversations we've ever had on the Brush Wizards Podcast.

We talk about Aaron's journey from youth worker to decorator, adopting... more

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Kevin Jackson
Painter with ~22 years experience; grandfather of Ted; charity fundraiser for Birmingham Children's Hospital
Self-employed painter
Episode: Ep29 - Kevin Jackson | The Decorator Giving Back to Birmingham Children’s Hospital
John Paul Gowland
Decorator and entrepreneur featured on social media
Independent decorator, social media creator
Episode: Ep28 - John Paul Gowland | How Personality, Social Media & 'Slap It On Bosch!' Built a Thriving Decorating Business
Robin Waite
Owner of Fearless Business, best-selling author, keynote speaker
Fearless Business
Episode: Ep27 - Why Most Decorators Stay Broke (And How to Change It) | Robin Waite
Steve Macfarlane
Owner of a decorating business specializing in heritage restorations and spraying
Self-employed decorating business
Episode: Ep26 - How Steven Macfarlane Built a 12-Person Decorating Business in Just 2½ Years
Jackie Cooper
Transformation coach focusing on childhood origins of behavior and energy
Cooper Transformations
Episode: Ep25 - Why We Think, Feel and React the Way We Do | Jackie Cooper
Aaron Griffin
Decorator and host/creator involved with Brush Wizards
Brush Wizards
Episode: Ep24 - Is There More to Life Than Work? | Aaron Griffin
Heather Sinfield
Specialist in loss and bereavement; trained in cognitive hypnotherapy
Quest Institute (training in cognitive hypnotherapy)
Episode: Ep23 - Finding Hope After Loss: Heather Sinfield on Grief, Bereavement & Misophonia
Kim Searle
Mindset coach and cognitive hypnotherapist who has worked with tradies
Quest Cognitive Hypnotherapy / Mindset Coach
Episode: Ep22 - Kim Searle | Mindset, Anxiety, Self Worth & The Hidden Programming Behind Success
Steve Willicott
Founder of Uncle Matt's Hats, mental health advocate
Uncle Matt's Hats
Episode: Ep21 - Steve Willicott | Uncle Matt’s Hats, Mental Health & The Power of Community

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Gary Proctor
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Ep30 - Polyvine’s New 2K-POLY86 – Their Toughest Water-Based Varnish Yet
Q: What makes 2K-Poly86 better than PV67?
It provides easier application, eliminates toxic ventilation needs, offers multiple sheens (satin, gloss, dead flat), UV protection, and improved durability and chemical resistance, making it a safer and more versatile option.
Ep28 - John Paul Gowland | How Personality, Social Media & 'Slap It On Bosch!' Built a Thriving Decorating Business
Q: How has social media changed your approach to getting decorating work?
It has made inquiries and bookings more frequent and quicker; clients discover me through Google and social platforms, and a strong online presence supports pricing power and trust.
Ep27 - Why Most Decorators Stay Broke (And How to Change It) | Robin Waite
Q: What should be the next steps for someone starting out or rethinking their business model?
The hosts emphasize getting fundamentals right first—showing up on time, presenting a professional image online, gathering reviews, and delivering outcomes. They recommend a measured approach to pricing, exploring value-based pricing, and gradually increasing prices while improving service and outcomes to justify higher fees.
Ep27 - Why Most Decorators Stay Broke (And How to Change It) | Robin Waite
Q: What's your feeling about niching and specializing in certain areas?
Robin discusses balancing personal brand with business branding, arguing that niche specialization can help a business stand out, but it should align with the product and market; Renault Sash is used as an example of a specialized service that attracts a specific client type, while branding should reflect the direction the owner wants to take for scale and team-building.
Ep25 - Why We Think, Feel and React the Way We Do | Jackie Cooper
Q: What is andropause and how does it relate to mental health and energy in men?
Andropause involves hormonal changes that can affect energy, mood, and libido; getting tested and considering medical options can clarify whether physical factors are affecting wellbeing and behavior.

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What is Brush Wizards Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A UK-focused series for painters, decorators, and trades professionals that blends practical business advice with mindset, wellness, and community-building. Across episodes, listeners hear hard-wwon lessons on pricing, onboarding higher-paying clients, and sustainable income, alongside conversations about mental health, burnout, sobriety, ADHD, and personal growth. The show also highlights trade networks, apprenticeships, youth involvement, and product innovations, often featuring founders, decorators turned entrepreneurs, and industry advocates who share actionable strategies, real-world anecdotes, and resources for community support. Notably, guests frequently come from hands-on trades, manufacturing, and coaching spaces, with a strong em... more

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7. Heather Sinfield
8. Kim Searle

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