Interview with Tony Busnardo of Old World Painting

Painter Marketing Mastermind Podcast

Feb 21 2022 • 1 hr 6 mins

Tony Busnardo, Co-founder and Co-owner of Old World Painting, shares the journey he and his best friend and co-founder Kent have taken to grow Old World Painting to doing $2.5 million in annual revenue. He discusses the incredible power of the 80/20 rule, and how in under 15 hours he was able to completely revolutionize his future. Tony discusses his motivations behind Old World Painting, and how maintaining his value system has allowed him to thrive with his business partnership, his painters, and his customers.


Some topics include:

  • Pareto Principle - Why focusing on the 80/20 rule will change your life
  • The importance of knowing your value system when growing a company
  • How to start a business with a friend and not have the friendship get ruined
  • Some practical strategies for staying busy during winter slow season