The Makings of a Mini-Career On a Page

For those who are willing to take the time to listen to what this page says. They can learn what it take to start their own....House Painting Service!

This is incredibly practical information. It's not theory or guesses. Sy Bounds tells you just what to do, if you want to get going in this field.

Of course, I suspect that most will spend thousands of dollars and a couple of years as an apprentice.

It's always facinating to me when I talk with people about these skills, and the first thing they bring up is a trade school.

PLEASE LISTEN, FOLKS!.............Call 312-532-3594

Today's technology has changed the way we learn.

Example.....Here's the expert!

Example......Here's the student!

What you're reading right now, is a blog!

You want voice, then I add audio!

You want photos?

You want video?

You bullet point presentation?

Will email suit you!

All I'm saying is that......We now have the tools to train large groups of people, from one expert.........Yes, believe it!

And please send Tyrone to take my classes!

If the adults continue to take that position, then you've become an obstacle. Know that some of the youth want to learn how to do this type of work. And even those who will enter college, can earn $$$ while they're deciding on other options.

From the block clubs to the community institutions, send them to me!

Learning Basic Skill Thru Technology

When Your Rep Calls, We Can Arrange & Customize A Skills Training Series For Your Facility!
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Learning Basic Skill Thru Technology

When Your Rep Calls, We Can Arrange & Customize A Skills Training Series For Your Facility!

Call 312-212-3233 Today!

Remarkable Insight Into What's Real.......

Probably I've been afforded a truly special view into a social ill that most folks appear 'to ignore or not to comprehend' very well. And that is how devastatingly, effectively perfect our communities social institutions have ignored my historically appropiate creative, innovative and practical vocational skills training projects and extremely easy to include problem solving methods for residential maintenance and minor home repair. All designed to advance local young black and latino young men into repairing and maintaining the homes and properties in those communities where they live and play.

The unseen ( sneaky ) result of my long, singular
(Don Quixote like) mission or ministry to ignite focused social group thought & interest on this seemingly (unless you are blind) obvious social cancer that has engulfed Black communities all over this country. Has been the abnormal manner in which many people in my own community have ( in their own sneaky, slave overseer type ways) sought to undermine the crucial, innovative & practical insights that Sy has brought to bear on this painful and shameful spectacle that ignores facing how we as a group can devise effective, practical and honest ways for young black men to become an actively involved participate in the massive American econmic pie.

It's been as though, certain black folk's close to me, go out of their own way to not only reject any part of this noble mission. Of which thru no plan of my own, I have become uniquely, extremely qualified to pursue.

The more I develope creative & innovative ways that would advance young black men into honest, straight ahead self empowering ways of thinking and working, based on my many unique experiences as a master housepainter and craftsman.

It then becomes these people's mission (opposing forces) to discredit me. I see them all. And I understand their motivations even more than some of them do themselves. Few black adults close to me have taken little interest in 'helping me to promote a positive, directional shift in changing the ways in which young black men are not doing this type of work ( I can count those who helped on one hand )! And the others focus their efforts on convincing the youth in my enviroment that I'm some sort of over zealous talker. All the while, doing many sneaky little things to undermine any effort that I design or create. And their have been a great many efforts.

For instance: It would literally take days to read up on a portion of the many...problem solving community building iniatives that I have tried in vain to bring to Maywood and Chicago concerning developing alternative strategies that would allow young black boys and men to learn just basic home maintenance skills so as to begin the process of restoring the communities where they live and play.....

......If I say let's start a housepainting campaign to say 'Let's fix-up the neighborhood (which I have many times) social forces in the black community ignore these creative, practical oriented projects and solutions). And that campaign dies in it's tracks.

Therefore, so not only do I start to get discredited. Silly, extemely thoughless questions like Sy what have you been doing? Or why hasn't your program worked, yet?

And the absolutey fascinating thing that stands out to me is that....The question very, very rarely pertains to simply... Sy, how can we help you get this project into our chruch or boys club or block club? Not to pursue a collectively beneficial conversation on this issue at this point in the conversation ( and in the black community).....SIMPLY, CLEARLY, Translates into where you stand on this topic. Make no mistake about that. Does not matter who you think you are! Some may fool themselves and a few selfish relatives or friends around them, and seek to discredit Sy. But you are very, very selfish people. And your life's path proves who you are. Continue to be who you are.

To continue....So while the prevailing (social -mental-political group thought totally resist assisting each effort to set these (sorely needed) skills training projects inside the churches, blocks clubs, boys clubs, park district and other so-called social institutions. So that we can calmly develope vocational skills training clearing house projects, sort of speak for young black boys and men. And these local institutions have resisted my creative efforts for 20 years by now.

And our communities have paid a devastating cost for ignoring this effort. Although, many others simply ( while all watched) walked in to do this work, because no one would do it. Nothning has been forced.

But there is still opportunity to redirect such a massively missed opportunity. But our community must begin to have this conversation, calmly and honestly start doing the right thing (no more excuses).

But the truly facinating aspect that is probably unique to our group, is how other blacks will, sneakily try to discredit me, behind my back. But never, ever discuss or talk about my many efforts in trying to create effective, alternative ways for young black boys and men to survive and become involved in such an important industry that has, is and always will be right there in front of everyone's face's.

As I said, their energies are focused on why hasn't Sy reached more youth? And my question is why aren't YOU telling them to come and let me show them what I'm talking about? Quit avoiding teaching these skills to our youth. There is no stronger promoter of technology than I am. But, there will always be a place for basic, practical, residential home maintenance skills. All others seem to get that point except contemporary Americans of all colors.

Do not (for a second), think that the world does not see and know what you are doing. The thoughts and actions of African Americans are now being seen by the world.

And the question that they're asking is what are you doing to redirect our disfunctional social enviroment. Many have enjoyed the gains that were fought for in the sixties. Now, it's time to reach out to each other, and let's pull together.

'Criticize by creating'
Michelangelo

We Will Design This Training For Your Facilty

I'm retracing my steps....

Dear Friend,

It's become clear to me that there are a number of compelling reasons why I should resume my 'HousePainting Service' once again. And I'm really looking forward to it.

Call me @ 312-212-3233

Thru the years I have painted, rehabbed and renovated from River Forest to Oak Park to La Grange Park to Lincoln Park to the Northshore and well beyond those places.

At this time in my life I'm what you might call a master painter. But I do many other chores as well. Related things such as: Drywall, plaster repair, all kinds of wood stripping, refinishing, etc. Tile repair and installation, exterior preparation, housepainting, various levels of wood sanding, glass block installation, vinly flooring, garage & deck restoration. In fact it's normally best that I come and give you an onsite evaluation so as to determine what work you want completed by a certain date.

I expect to personally do much of the work, but I will have a number of young people whom I will use to assist me, while I teach them some things.

But I want you to know that my prices / quotes will always remain fair and slightly below competitive rates.

Trust me on this, you can't buy the kind of experience that I've gained over the years, decorating vintage homes in River Forest & Oak Park. While learning from from some of the finest painting contractors in this country. Guy's like....Ron Mucciantti, John Amberg (Experienced Painters), Anthony Taglia, J.A.Armour, Rick Waller and Ken Javor of the well respected 'Westwork', painting and remodeling. As well, I personally decorated many, homes in the historic section of Oak Park.

And I only want to do one project at a time, maybe two depending on scheduling priorities. Now, with that said!

I'm asking you, because

(1) We are friends, hopefully!

(2) I need you to put on your thinking cap!

I'm lining up work for spring and summer in the area. So if you are going to have any decorating or maintenance performed on your property, I'm asking you to call me for first bid.

Also, if you know of any friends, relatives or associates, please let them know that Sy is painting houses again. I will treat that as a referral. That will translate into extra 'work' that I can do for or on your house.

And I'm looking forward to a delightful, busy spring, doing the work that I enjoy so much! And I need your help! I'd just like to remind you as well, that there are few 'craftsmen' doing this kind of work today, who have had the pleasure to work with long retired or deceased master painters with names like...Doyle, Rauser, Muccianni and so many others who taught me that being a painter was an honor. Not just slapping some paint on!

email me and let's get some painting done!

PS. I worked for lots of the current professionals' now retired relatives who lived in some of those vintage homes years ago. And I know them well. Lot's of good stories to tell (while I'm working of course).

syscreativeresources@yahoo.com

This Program Should Be Available In Community Centers & Park District Classes For Those Willing African American Youth!

Call me so that we can start this PROJECT in your area....1-312-532-3594

This Alternative Online / Offline Vocational Skills Training & Blended Learning Class Project. Should Be Included In:

Community Block Clubs, Park District Classes, Church Youth Projects, Boys & Girls Clubs. Sy Will Arrange To Get This Unique And Important Class At Your Location Or Facility,

If You Leave Your Message At: 312-532-3594.

Remember, Nothning Will Happen If You Don't Pick Up The Phone, Right Now And Call Me.

And That's Really Where The Problem Continues.....To Many People In Our Community Will See An Imporatnt Solution Oriented Program Like This And They, Simply Dismiss It. And Then They Will Cry That No One Is Doing Anything! Go Figure!

This vocational skills training class / project will allow lots of young people & young homeowners as well, too download Sy's clear, easy to follow voice of experience directly into their mp3's and to listen closely to his instructions while they do the painting themselves.... As he guides them thru to a practical step by step procedure in the same way that he would perform the house painting project, if he were doing it himself!

Sy Bounds is one of the last remaining 'old-timer', house painters. When you listen to Sy, about painting inside or outside of a property. You will save all kinds of time, extra effort and non-essential tools and material.

If you want Sy to explain and guide the youth in your

community such as:

Block Clubs, Boys & Girls Clubs, Church Youth Groups, Community Centers, Park District locations, you should call 312-532-3594.There are few excuses not to try and recommend a portion of the youth in your neighborhood not to follow these profoundly earnest, decent skills that I will share with them.

As I have said many times before. The whole world sees how we talk about these kinds of things, but few have bothered to utilize the unique skills training information, that I have provided to Chicago's African-American community for over 20 years.

And there is no excuse that so many young low-skilled people, should remain so uninformed. If you honestly are trying to think of a plan to help some of our youth. It is nearly beyond comprehension that you would not direct them to this project.

And for those who say that this effort is to small, that it's a waste of time. I would respond in this way. If only a few of my people would just quit standing by to watch me fail, and send me some youth instead. Then and only then will we begin to have a real impact. But I can tell you this....There is still much work to do, if we but explain, train and provide some kind of service to our community.

Call me and let's work together to improve the community where you live. 1-312-532-3594

2 MORE THINGS......

(1) If you're a young person who really wants to learn how to go out in the community and start doing....minor repair, clean-up, a little home maintenance, housepainting and stuff like that.

Then here's what you need to do!

I have developed & recorded a series of Mp3 audio clips & instructions that will allow you to actually do some of these skills or start a small part-time home-maintenance service After you've listen to my instructions.

I will list the various skill topics below, next. And they will be available for you on...Mp3 for download. Based on the response of particulatr skill topics, I will continue to record further. I will ad on, update audios perodically.

You can communicate, ask me questions by email.....

syscreativeresources@yahoo.com.

I will try an keep most audio downloads topics at a cost of $10 per audio clip. Each topic will probably last around 5 minutes. And because of Mp3 / Ipod technology, you can replay my instructions as you're actually doing the work.

Now, before I post the list of topics, following this memo.Know this!

I've been trying for years to get many institutions in the community to help me get this information to urban youth. And I must inform you straight up, that few thought that you would be interested!

I have always believed otherwise. We shall see!

(2) Audio Clip Topics:

• Series on types of brushes.....$5.00
  
• Interior Painting Preparation Techniques.....$5.00
  
• Spring Painting Project Ideas.....$5.00
  
• How-to clean / Prepare your deck.....$5.00
  
• How-to stain / Waterproof your deck.....$5.00
  
• How-to properly and correctly paint tne interior of your house.....$5.00
  
• How-to select / indentify renovation / decorating tools.....$5.00
  
• The importance of technique.....$5.00
  
• Auddio-lecture on 'The culture of painting & decorating.....$5.00
  
• Exploring / researching related websites.....$5.00
  
• Quotable: Sy Bounds.....$5.00
  
• How-to strip / refininsh paint from trim / doors.....$5.00
  
• How-to properly remove old wallpaper.....$5.00
  
• How-to prepare your house ( exterior section ) to paint.....$5.00
  
• How-to prepare your house ( interior section ) to paint.....$5.00
  
• How-to skimcoat or feather your walls.....$5.00
  
• How-to properly prepare (1) room to paint.....$5.00
  
• How-to properly paint (1) room ( start to finish ).....$5.00
  
• How-to repair broken / cracked plaster on wall / ceilings.....$5.00
  
• This week's project / class discussion.....$5.00
  
• How-to select the right type of paint
  Sharing various tips / short-cuts, that I learned along the way.....$5.00
  
• More tips / short-cuts, that I learned along the way.....$5.00
  
• Culturally designed painting / renovation project designs / ideas. What does this mean?.....$5.00
  
• Why you should view all that you are learning here in the context of 'residential home-maintenance'.....$5.00
  
• Exploring / explaining ( Afro-centric color combinations.....$5.00
  
• How-to repair 'old garages'. ( This is a profitable skill in itself ).....$5.00
  
• How-to repair broken / rotten wood on old stairs and porches.....$5.00
  
• Discussing / explaining 'The art / skill of plaster repair', faux finish styles. stucco application ( repairs ) etc......$5.00
  
• Tool / discussion / definitions / practical applications.....$5.00
  
• Staff support: Explanations..Do's and don't's.....$5.00
  
• How-to build your painting & decorating business..by using the internet.....$5.00
  
• How-to stay abreast of the painting / decorating industry on the internet.....$5.00
  
• The information that you need. To get started in your own 'residential home-maintenance business', on the internet.....$5.00
  
• The basic tools that you need and must have to 'start your own decorating ( residential home maintenance business ).....$5.oo
  

Painter's Rehab Hotline! Audio Blog...Sy Talks About The Culture Of Painting and Decorating

If I were to recommend one audio seminar for those young and underemployed people, who are thinking about getting started in the field of house painting or residential home maintenance work. It would be this particular audio tape. This information changes lives!

Painter's Rehab Hotline! Audio Blog Est. 1995 - 2005

When Your Rep Calls, We Can Arrange & Customize A Skills Training Series For Your Facility! Call 312-212-3233
I've noticed that a number of people are not aware, that we've been freely sharing this valuable information about residential home maintenance skills, for many years. So I thought that I would reprise, various aspects of my journey / mission

. Starting with a flyer that I created around 10 years ago. Before this wonderful audioblogger technology was available.
We have created many insightful ' Audio seminar topics', listed as you stroll this blog. And we encourage you to select and buy one or more audio tapes. Call 1-708-937-5830 for details.

But, I wanted to reach back, while bringing this information up to date, for those who are not aware of my journey / mission. It has also been referred to as my ministry as well. Here's how this plugger read, ten years ago. I updated, of course!

Tune In!

to

' The Painter's Workshop'

Saturday Mornings 8-8:30am

on Radio WVON 1450am

Painter's Rehab Hotline!!

Tips, Ideas, Problem Solving, Advice...

Free Membership Available

Call 708-937-5830 for Details

Call master painter / rehabber Sy Bounds today! Make an appointment to consult with him about your painting project or home repair problem. Sy has 30 years of focused, accumulated knowledge on home repair and decorating techniques. He will gladly answer your decorating and home repair questions when you purchase his unique audio skills seminars

By becoming a member of

' The Painter's Rehab Hotline',

Join here

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AudioSkillsTrainingMessageBoard/

Sy's always on target and easy to understand advice will save you $100's, sometimes $1000's of dollars.

Sy gives online or audio seminars on house painting and small home renovation ideas and techniques. He is the former radio talk show host of ' The Painter's Workshop', on the historic WVON radio 1450am in Chicago & ' Sy's Creative World', on WRRG radio 88.9fm in River Grove, Il.@ Triton College.

Sy's Creative Resources & Tip of the Day.....Plaster Repair

When Your Rep Calls, We Can Arrange & Customize A Skills Training Series For Your Facility! Call 312-212-3233