Tom is here to remind you that recessions, economic downturns, etc., are like seasons in business, and you don't have to participate in these. Tune in as he shares 3 things that will help you to thrive in any economy that your competitors won't do. In this episode, Tom discusses…  Three things your competitors won't do that will help you thrive in any economic season: They will not put themselves first They will not stay focused on scoring points They will not avoid the negative stories they tell themselves   WATCH the episode mentioned during this show here: https://youtu.be/9yna3BGoXT4  Resources: ==Grab our free resources: https://thecontractorfight.com/worksheets/  == Join Us in the BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out:https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig  == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify 

Dan discusses one of The Fight’s core values, i.e., playing the long game, and how important it is to get your head around the best way to move forward in your business while maintaining a realistic level of success.   In this episode, we talk about…   The magic of core values for your business development Components of playing the long game Maintaining a realistic level of success    Resources:    == Check out Contractor Sales Pros on Facebook. The place to ask questions and share strategies and best practices to help each other get better as salespeople in the construction industry: https://thecontractorfight.com/salespro    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear ==https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media ==YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast ==Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify  

Tom discusses the things you can do to boost your confidence about money and how to break through any limiting beliefs that are stopping you from getting what you want. If you’re discouraged about your money situation, this episode will help you!   Conversation Highlights: [00:00] - Intro [01:54] - Three main thoughts to help you with your money situation [01:59] - This is a season [03:09] - Keep chipping away [04:06] - Working on your belief system [05:45] - Reasons why Tom was underearning   Resources:    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify  

Tom tells you not to throw your marketing bullets in the air, hoping that one of them will hit a target. You need to be hyper-focused with your marketing. Don't be like a shotgun. Be like a sniper with your marketing and save your time and money.   Conversation Highlights: [00:00] - Intro [01:51] - The reason contractors struggle with lead generation [02:23] - Having clarity about your business [03:44] - Getting clarity around your ideal client [05:17] - Having clarity of actions and messaging [06:17] - Being a rifle, not a shotgun   Resources:    == Get the FREE Contractor’s Guide to Spotting a Cheap Prospect BEFORE They Waste Your Time: https://thecontractorfight.com/cheap/    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify 

In this episode, Tom tells a story about one of his favorite sales calls and teaches you to sell like you are independently wealthy, which means that you should sell like you don't care if you get the job or not.   Conversation Highlights: [00:00] - Intro [01:00] - One of Tom's favorite sales calls  [02:31] - Tom's sales call, set up by the window company [03:57] - Interaction with the client [04:29] - Tom's response to the rejection from the client [06:18] - The lesson Tom learned: Sell Unafraid [08:20] - Detach yourself from the outcome    Resources:  == If you're doing above $1.5M and you're ready to scale to 8 figures and beyond, check out http://TheContractorFight.com/Empire to see if Empire might be a fit for you. == Get the FREE Contractor’s Guide to Spotting a Cheap Prospect BEFORE They Waste Your Time: https://thecontractorfight.com/cheap/    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Tom talks about the Spirit of Leadership. He explains that while everyone has their own version of leadership, it's not necessarily defined by what you say or do but by how you make others feel. He explains that leadership is more than just a title but a part of who you are as a person.   In this episode, Tom discusses…  Being a leader is all about showing up every day; this is the spirit of leadership Leadership mistakes some people make, that can help you become a better leader Top three things that you can develop to be a good leader   Resources: ==Grab our free resources: https://thecontractorfight.com/worksheets/  == Join Us in the BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out:https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify 

Not everyone is having a good day. You never know how someone's day is going, so if you have a bad day or if they are having a bad day — don't take it out on them. Dan encourages you to be conscious of how you treat your clients as well as others that you come across.   In this episode, we talk about…   Everyone isn't having a good day. Adding levity to a stressful situation Giving your clients and employees some grace when they're in a stressful situation    Resources:    == Check out Contractor Sales Pros on Facebook. The place to ask questions and share strategies and best practices to help each other get better as salespeople in the construction industry: https://thecontractorfight.com/salespro    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear ==https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media ==YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast ==Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify 

Being a contractor means you're in a real money industry. And that's what Tom reminds you in this episode. He congratulates you on being a contractor and encourages you to grow your business.   Conversation Highlights: [00:00] - Intro [00:37] - Congratulations on being a contractor [01:12] - You're in a real money industry [02:20] - Opportunities for you [03:01] - Growth plan multiplier [05:28] - Going from 5,300 bucks to 14 grand a month [07:41] - Being grateful that you're in the contracting industry   Resources:  == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify 

Tom explains that everything you do tells a story about you and your business. He shares an example of what he noticed about a company vehicle and why words and actions send a message. Hopefully, this will help you make better decisions as to how to represent your company!   Conversation Highlights: [00:00] - Intro [01:40] - Story of a cleaning and restoration company vehicle [02:50] - Great brand identity was wiped out [03:42] - Sending the wrong message [04:14] - Another mistake [05:34] - Your potential clients notice stories [06:36] - Tom’s advice for contractors   Resources:    ==Builder Funnel: https://www.builderfunnel.com/     == Get the FREE Contractor’s Guide to Spotting a Cheap Prospect BEFORE They Waste Your Time: https://thecontractorfight.com/cheap/    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify 

In this episode, Tom talks about going to war in your sales process. If your business isn't going as you expected, it's time to stop making up excuses. It's time for you to pick a fight for your business and go to war to acquire money and keep the cash ringing daily.   Conversation Highlights: [00:00] - Intro [00:33] - What happens when you choose to pick a fight [01:28] - Getting the result in less than 1 week [02:36] - Complaint of many contractors: Business is slowing down [04:35] - Four things you need to do to succeed [06:00] - Going to war  [07:04] - Stop giving excuses. Find a way    Resources:    == Get the FREE Contractor’s Guide to Spotting a Cheap Prospect BEFORE They Waste Your Time: https://thecontractorfight.com/cheap/    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify  

Want to build your team? Want to find and attract great people to work with? Do you want to get a team that will help you grow your business but don't know how? Well, the answer is simple: Build your brand. Join Tom as he shares some great ideas about building your brand and team. In this episode, Tom discusses…  Building your brand in order to build your team Some things that you can do to build your brand: Sharing your culture on social media all the time Positioning yourself as a forward-thinking company in all your content Recruiting business cards for all your employees Reaching back to your past employees Offering apprenticeship, etc. Resources: ==Grab our free resources: https://thecontractorfight.com/worksheets/  == Join Us in the BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out:https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig  == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify 

Tom talks with Gina Malvestuto of Green Tree Bookkeeping, who has been providing bookkeeping services to Tom for over 20 years. The two discussed why contractors should hire someone to do their books rather than doing it themselves, as well as some things to consider before hiring a bookkeeping service.   Conversation Highlights: [00:01] - Intro [01:19] - The importance of having a good bookkeeper to do your books [04:44] - How Gina ended up getting hired by Tom [07:33] - Reasons why you need to quit doing your books by yourself [11:25] - Some of the dumbest financial mistakes contractors are making [12:35] - What does it mean to know your numbers [14:55] - Knowing that you have a good bookkeeper [16:50] - Things to keep in mind while hiring a bookkeeper [18:51] - Advice on hiring a bookkeeper if you don't know your numbers [24:05] - Changes Gina has made to herself over the last two decades [26:23] - Gina’s message for listeners: Know your value [29:25] - “Maths is unemotional. We make it emotional."- Tom [31:07] - Two ways to raise your gross profit  [31:45] - How to contact Gina    Resources:  == Green Tree Bookkeeping: https://greentreebk.com/    == Gina's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAN1Gkt5oEnDp073AB5BGEw   == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify    

In this episode, Tom talks to Spencer Powell — CEO of Builder Funnel, a marketing agency in Colorado, and the author of the book The Remodeler Marketing Blueprint. During the conversation, they discussed some marketing strategies and tactics for contractors, the best practices for attracting high-profit, design-build clients, perfecting the art of targeting your ideal clients and reaching them efficiently through proper marketing, and much more!   Conversation Highlights: [00:00] - Intro [02:03] - About Spencer and his business [03:35] - Reasons to narrow your niche [05:03] - Spencer’s definition of marketing [11:01] - The difference between strategy and tactics in marketing [14:12] - An example of building the right marketing strategy and how it works [15:47] - Strategy and tactics of The Contractor Fight [19:29] - Leveraging the embarrassment of your clients to connect more deeply with them [23:39] - Marketing strategy advice for beginners [27:26] - Lead generation tips for design-build contractors [29:46] - The unhealthy, negative marketing trends some contractors follow [31:54] - High-profit design-build clients are more likely to be on LinkedIn than on TikTok [33:55] - The issue of dollar and time constraint [36:51] - Spencer’s advice to contractors [41:17] - The best way to contact Spencer    Resources:    ==Builder Funnel: https://www.builderfunnel.com/     == Get the FREE Contractor’s Guide to Spotting a Cheap Prospect BEFORE They Waste Your Time: https://thecontractorfight.com/cheap/    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify  

In this episode, Tom tells you how and why he fired over half of his employees on a day that he calls Black Monday and nearly doubled his profits as a result.   Conversation Highlights: [00:23] - Making money starts between your ears [01:23] - The Black Monday story begins [02:00] - Tom's reaction to learning about the situation [03:05] - He fired more than half of the team [05:47] - Good news and a bad news [06:51] - Culture is where your expectations and tolerances meet [08:06] - Lesson Tom learned from Black Monday experience    Resources:    == Get the FREE Contractor’s Guide to Spotting a Cheap Prospect BEFORE They Waste Your Time: https://thecontractorfight.com/cheap/    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify  

Success isn't out there, waiting for you to stumble upon it. Success is something that you can create if you put in the right actions. There is no guaranteed formula for success, but all successful people have some commonalities, and Tom is here to share those commonalities with you so you can leverage them to succeed.   In this episode, Tom discusses…  The foundational thing of success Taking control of your decisions and your actions An example to show how to increase sales Resources: ==Grab our free resources: https://thecontractorfight.com/worksheets/  == Join Us in the BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out:https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify 

Are you trying to build a strong culture among the field crew and get their momentum going? Then, what's the #1 thing you do to boost your employees' motivation and help them feel dedicated to your company? Dan shares the three fundamentals that he uses in his business to generate momentum and promote a positive culture. In this episode, we talk about…   Building the culture among the field crew and getting their momentum going Dan's three main strategies for cultivating a culture in his company Knowing and helping your employees to achieve their goals Communicating with your employees Allowing them to voice their opinions   Resources:  == Check out Contractor Sales Pros on Facebook. The place to ask questions and share strategies and best practices to help each other get better as salespeople in the construction industry: https://thecontractorfight.com/salespro  == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Grab the Gear ==https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/  == Find Us on Social Media ==YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig  == Rate the Podcast ==Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify  

Tom shares five reasons why you need to really go after your past customer list. It's not just about having the option to give them a free resource or hear a compliment. This is a business strategy that you're gonna want to implement.   Conversation Highlights: [00:24] - A common mistake contractors make repeatedly [02:50] - There is money in your list [03:12] - Repeat customers spend more money [04:45] - Lifetime value of a client [05:34] - Past customers are easier to sell to [07:09] - Reach out and communicate with your past customers [09:19] - New customers cost you more [11:34] - Your repeat customers promote your business [14:14] - Customer retention and repeat business will drive your business [15:50] - Retain more customers to increase profitability [16:36] - Actions you need to take   Resources:    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify  

Tom talks to Joe Hughes of Contractor Dynamics. Contractor Dynamics is a marketing training company dedicated to helping builders and contractors strategically grow their businesses. They discussed the fundamentals of marketing, how to properly go about doing it, what pitfalls contractors fall into, and some of their suggestions for finding the best marketing strategy for you.   Conversation Highlights: [00:24] - Joe’s intro and backstory [03:00] - The reason Joe started Contractor Dynamics [05:17] - Impact of marketing on the buying decision-making process [08:36] - Tom’s criteria for buying [11:27] - Some of the biggest mistakes contractors make with their marketing [14:00] - Be the champion of your marketing [15:33] - Being intentional about your ideal client [17:36] - Creating a marketing strategy around your ideal client [20:33] - Marketing your business properly is a long-term investment [24:31] - SEO, Social Media Advertising, etc., take time to show results [28:03] - Bounce rate in marketing [28:53] - Benefits of building your brand [35:40] - The pyramid of marketing [38:27] - Tips on approaching your marketing [40:15] - Getting everyone on the same page [42:41] - Five pillars of winning marketing [47:50] - How to connect to Joe    Resources:    ==Contractor Dynamics: https://www.contractordynamics.com/    == Get the FREE Contractor’s Guide to Spotting a Cheap Prospect BEFORE They Waste Your Time: https://thecontractorfight.com/cheap/    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify  

In this episode, Tom talks about one of the most important traits of a salesperson — The Hunter Mentality. He discusses what you can do for yourself and your future self in order to increase the amount of success as a salesperson.   Conversation Highlights: [01:39] - A timid salesperson [02:13] - Things that hold contractors back from making money [03:13] - Having a hunter mentality as a salesperson [04:19] - Becoming irreplaceable as a salesperson [04:57] - Success with running adds [06:41] - Role of a true salesperson [08:07] - Hunting for sales looks like this [09:29] - Methods to hunt for sales opportunities [11:00] - What it means to be a hunter [14:37] - Tom’s challenge for you    Resources:    == Get the FREE Contractor’s Guide to Spotting a Cheap Prospect BEFORE They Waste Your Time: https://thecontractorfight.com/cheap/    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify 

In order to be successful, you have to stick to the things that are important, and over time those things will compound and make a big difference in your life and business (or anything else). Tom encourages you to play with patient urgency, i.e., to trust the process of success.   In this episode, Tom discusses…  Being patient with the results because greatness takes time and consistency Steady and consistent action compounds over time Continuously showing up, taking the actions you should take, and letting the outcome unfold.   Resources: ==Grab our free resources: https://thecontractorfight.com/worksheets/  == Join Us in the BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out:https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify   

In this episode, Dan breaks down a pretty common scenario in the contracting industry. Someone is running their own business, and someone else comes along and shares a bunch of issues with them.. which the first person then internalizes to try and work out a solution. He shares what contractors should do in this type of situation instead of handling other people's issues on their own.   In this episode, we talk about…   Not internalizing the issues of others as your own to try and help them find a resolution Instead of taking on the customer issues and making our own, what should you do Staying immune to the customer's issues    Resources:    == Check out Contractor Sales Pros on Facebook. The place to ask questions and share strategies and best practices to help each other get better as salespeople in the construction industry: https://thecontractorfight.com/salespro    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear ==https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media ==YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast ==Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify 

Tom had a conversation with Bill Wockenfuss—the owner of Vermont Renovation and Remodeling. They discussed Bill's background, how he built his business, how to communicate better with clients, how being in Battleground helped Bill grow his business and some things he thinks other contractors should know.   In this episode, we talk about…  About Bill's background and his business Bill's journey from 37 cents in his bank account to becoming a successful entrepreneur The lesson he learned from his experience in the contracting industry—learning when to say NO. The thing that annoys Bill about the trades is— Communication Some communication tips that have worked for Bill Bill's sales process Knowing your shortcomings as a business owner and addressing them Bill's thoughts about the Battleground group   Resources:    ==Vermont Renovation and Remodeling: https://vermontrenovationandremodeling.com/    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify 

In this episode, Tom discusses the SWOT analysis (Strength-Weakness-Opportunity-Threat), how it works and why it's a valuable tool in your marketing strategy. You can strengthen the success of your marketing by carefully examining each of the four elements of SWOT analysis.   Conversation Highlights: [00:00] - Intro [00:55] - The SWOT analysis for marketing [03:07] - Strengths of your marketing strategy [05:31] - Identifying your Weaknesses and working on them [06:39] - How a guy examined his marketing weaknesses [09:38] - Questions to ask yourself to find your marketing weaknesses [11:43] - Marketing Opportunities you have [13:26] - The influencer-relationship opportunity  [14:06] - Anticipating your Threats  [14:50] - The Contractor Fight was prepared for a potential threat [18:04] - Actions you need to take to grow your business    Resources:    == Get the FREE Contractor’s Guide to Spotting a Cheap Prospect BEFORE They Waste Your Time: https://thecontractorfight.com/cheap/    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify 

In this episode, Tom talks about the foundation for selling unafraid, which is building a strong you, along with some other things you need to have in order to be a successful salesperson.   Conversation Highlights: [00:52] - An overview of the rapid results sales process [01:41] - Sales preparedness [03:02] - The connection phase of the sales process [03:38] - The conversion phase of the sales process [04:13] - The continuation phase of the sales process [05:04] - Meaning of building a strong you [07:51] - Explanation of the acronym TBAR [13:26] - Taking control of your thoughts to succeed financially [15:39] - Tom's strategy for controlling his thoughts [18:00] - Positively brainwashing yourself    Resources:    == Get the FREE Contractor’s Guide to Spotting a Cheap Prospect BEFORE They Waste Your Time: https://thecontractorfight.com/cheap/    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify 

It's not enough to have a dream. It's not enough to have a belief. It's only enough when you finally take action to prove your beliefs or achieve your dream. Tom is here to remind you that if you want to be successful in life, you need to stop talking and start taking action.   In this episode, Tom discusses…  Acting on what needs to be done Conveying your beliefs by the choices you make and the actions you take   Resources: == Grab our free resources: https://thecontractorfight.com/worksheets/  == Join Us in the BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out:https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Find Us on Social Media ==YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast ==Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts Spotify

In this episode, Tom had a conversation with Sunny Pinhero & Suhaiba Neill, coaches of the Empire program of The Contractor Fight. The three discussed how the Empire program will work, what type of people are a fit for it, and how the program can help grow your business.   Conversation Highlights: [00:31] - Welcome notes  [04:48] - Sunny and Suhaiba's experiences as members of The Fight [06:21] - What is the empire program all about [08:57] - Tom's way of scaling a business [09:30] - Suhaiba introduces herself and her business [13:26] - Sunny's background and work [16:01] - Inspiration behind the Empire [17:17] - Some misconceptions contractors have about growing their businesses [22:08] - Explaining aggressively scaling the business in a controlled manner [25:12] - Meaning of working on the business [27:18] - Discussions about financial matters in the Empire [33:02] - Developing a growth plan using math [35:03] - Advice on taking the GP [38:45] - Who is a good fit for the empire program and who isn't [41:20] - Two examples of commitment in a potential Empire member [46:43] - What makes The Empire program unique   Resources:    == EMPIRE ==  If your revenue is $1.5M+ and you're ready to get serious about scaling to $5M and beyond check out our EMPIRE program.  Small group coaching for contractors who're ready to elevate: https://thecontractorfight.com/empire   == Join us in BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear ==https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media ==YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast ==Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify 

If you want more revenue in your business, if you want to make a bigger impact on your business, you have to drive traffic and get eyeballs to your business. Tom discusses tips and techniques for attracting and retaining customers because you cannot sell anything without that. In this episode, Tom talks about…  Reasons why some contractors don’t make enough money  The brand promise of The Contractor Fight Some low-hanging fruits to get your business noticed: Invest in your brand identity Use social media to drive traffic, awareness, and familiarity with your business. Connect with influencers to reach out to your ideal client base Stay in touch with your past clients Be your own biggest fan—Promote yourself Get your business noticed by the neighbors around your job site Use your website as a tool to generate leads and sales  Resources:  == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig  == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify  

In this episode, Tom and Steve Shinholser talk about their business journey, what they've learned from being in the business space for so many years, business partnerships, sales and improving your emotional health.   Conversation Highlights: [00:00] - Intro [02:08] - Steve is leaving the Battleground Group [04:52] - Who is a good fit for The Fight [06:36] - Advice for making business easier and more profitable [09:18] - The millionaire mindset [09:36] - The sixties are the best decade of your life [18:46] - Steve's best takeaway from 8 years in business: Sales is a mental and psychological game [21:21] - Tom's vision for his family and The Fight [26:31] - "Your mess is your message." - Tom  [30:15] - The magic of helping others  [34:24] - Heat up when you're near the finish line [38:31] - Things that make a good partnership fall apart [41:45] - Deciding whether or not you need a partner [42:23] - Steve's worst partnership experience and what he learned [44:52] - "Marriage and partnership is the same way." - Steve [47:39] - Partnership tips and advice [51:44] - Finish the right way    Resources:  == Get the FREE Contractor's Guide to Spotting a Cheap Prospect BEFORE They Waste Your Time: https://thecontractorfight.com/cheap/    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify  

You often steal your family's time when you work long hours and weekends as a contractor. Dan reminds you that you have to work hard for your business, but you can't handle everything alone—reach out and get coaching from someone who has been through it, and protect your time with your family. In this episode, we talk about…   Your business can be stealing time away from your family. Seeking out coaching help instead of trying to solve everything yourself Making sure your family life doesn't suffer because of your business   Resources:  == Check out Contractor Sales Pros on Facebook. The place to ask questions and share strategies and best practices to help each other get better as salespeople in the construction industry: https://thecontractorfight.com/salespro    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear ==https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media ==YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast ==Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify  

The guys answer your questions about investing in paid coaching, restarting your business after losing money, and giving clients a rough estimate of the project during the prequalification phase. In this episode, we talk about…  Question 1: When is the right time to invest in paid coaching? Getting paid coaching doesn't have to wait until you're struggling in your business In order for coaching to work, it must be put into practice. Coaching is more about your intent to implement things. Question 2: Having failed two projects worth more than $40k as a business owner, I'm losing motivation. Could you give me advice on getting back out there? Take the time to analyze the mistakes, adapt, and then move Your success depends on what you have learned and what you will do with this new knowledge. Anyone who has been successful in anything has learned some hard lessons and fought through adversity to get there. Question 3: I own a window door company, but I have trouble giving rough estimates to clients. Can you provide me with any recommendations? Join Colosseum Sales Training to improve your sales skills You can expect to pay between $100k to $125k for a high-quality window or $35k to $40k for a basic window. Listen to the clients, deliver what they want, and you'll stand out Resources:  Are you stealing money from your family because you aren't charging enough for your services? Discover what you SHOULD be charging. Download our 50% Gross Profit cheat sheet: https://thecontractorfight.com/50  == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Order your free copy of Tom's book Winning the Contractor Fight (Just pay to ship) == https://thecontractorfight.com/book  == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig  == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify 

Tom’s guest is John Salzarulo—the founder of Hoist—who left the coding world to run his family service business, which he grew to double its value within two years. After John sold his family business, he realized how much potential there was in the home services market, so he founded Hoist, a software company to help people to build successful painting businesses.   In this episode, we talk about…  What led John to start Hoist A brief overview of Hoist and the best candidate who is suitable for Hoist Strategies for contractors to grow their business Why contractors need to know their constraints The capacity issue with finding and hiring talent Mistakes that held his family business back—pricing, the improper delegation of work, etc. Lessons John learned running and selling his multi-generational business   Resources:  = Hoist: https://www.withhoist.com/    = Join us in BATTLEGROUND – Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground     = Get your free copy of Tom's book Winning the Contractor Fight (Just pay to ship): https://thecontractorfight.com/book   = Connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: http://thecontractorfight.com/facebook   = Grab the Gear: https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/   = Find Us on Social Media:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber   Instagram: http://thecontractorfight.com/ig   == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify 

It can be hard to get the work-life balance right. You want to spend time with your family, but you also want to work hard to build a successful business. In this episode, Derek shares how he manages the two lives he lives—family life and business life.    In this episode, we discuss…  Finding the balance between work and family life The three pillars that will help you win in life and business The power of communication   Resources: == Join the COLOSSEUM SALES TRAINING ==Join other high performing contractors and coaches for live online training on the sales process. There are breakout rooms for specific trades where you will get powerful sales coaching!https://thecontractorfight.com/colosseum-sales-training   == Join Us in the BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out:https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Connect with us on FACEBOOK ==Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight:https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify

When it's hard to see the good things in life, being grateful for what you have is an instantly uplifting and positive ritual! Tom tells why it's important to think of gratitude as something fundamental in your daily routine and how practicing gratitude can benefit your business and improve your life.   In this episode, Tom discusses…  Making gratitude a part of your daily routine Psychological, physical, leadership, and social benefits of approaching your day with gratitude Things Tom is grateful for   Resources: ==Grab our free resources: https://thecontractorfight.com/worksheets/  == Join Us in the BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out:https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify   

Doing it alone seems so much easier, and logical doesn't it? It's just you, being smart and efficient, doing whatever you want, for better or for worse—but it is not without cost. Dan shares why you should stop being a lone wolf and start networking and using mentors.   In this episode, we talk about…   What happens when you try to do everything alone Understanding the power of being a part of a team Encouragement to join Battleground group coaching program    Resources:    == Check out Contractor Sales Pros on Facebook. The place to ask questions and share strategies and best practices to help each other get better as salespeople in the construction industry: https://thecontractorfight.com/salespro    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media ==   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber    Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify 

Tom and Dan answer your questions about the impact of the current state of the economy on contractors, how contractors can thrive and survive during this time, and what they can do to compete with large companies. They also share the strongest attribute, which helped them to survive and thrive during the past recessions. In this episode, we talk about…  Question1: What is your forecast for the bottom of the economy to fall out, forcing subs and generals to scramble? The past few years (except the pandemic phase) have been easy to make money in business—If you weren't making money during those years, then you're not doing your job well. Develop the habits of what a successful business owner does with their time, energy, and focus. Ups and downs in the economy are natural. It's going to happen. Control what you can control. Choose not to participate in the recession. Question 2: In a market where the two largest companies are reducing prices by 30 to 40% below the market rate, how can you compete? Discounting products or services doesn't mean they're undermining product prices or services. Build your brand. Build value. Know what your customers really want—big companies can be tone-deaf because they are too busy steamrolling their systems. Differentiate yourself with your unique selling proposition—how you pre-plan a job, how you show up, and follow up on things with people and yourself. Resources:  Submit your questions to [email protected] with the subject "Podcast" and Tom and Dan will try to answer them on an upcoming show. Are you stealing money from your family because you aren't charging enough for your services? Discover what you SHOULD be charging. Download our 50% Gross Profit cheat sheet: https://thecontractorfight.com/50  == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Order your free copy of Tom's book Winning the Contractor Fight (Just pay to ship) == https://thecontractorfight.com/book  == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig  == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify 

Tom and Steve discuss some of the dumbest things that contractors do. If you ever wonder why you're not making money or struggling to grow your business, it may be because of these things. Some of them are funny, and some of them are serious. But, all of them need to stop!   In this episode, we discuss…  Things that some contractors do that make no sense Making your decisions based on common sense Putting an end to the things that are hurting your business and yourself How can you tell if you're doing things wrong   Resources: == Monthly COLOSSEUM SALES TRAINING ==Join other high-performing contractors and coaches for live online training on the sales process. There are breakout rooms for specific trades where you will get powerful sales coaching!https://thecontractorfight.com/colosseum-sales-training   == Join Us in the BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out:https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Connect with us on FACEBOOK ==Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight:https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts Spotify

Should I promote this guy? Tom explores the question of whether or not it’s a good idea to promote an employee who isn’t working as hard as they used to, why that might be, and gives you his advice on this issue.   In this episode, Tom discusses…  The mistake a lot of companies make while promoting their employees When should you give someone a promotion? The things you should keep in mind when promoting someone   Resources: ==Grab our free resources: https://thecontractorfight.com/worksheets/  == Join Us in the BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out:https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify

After events and workshops, there's a lot of hype, positive energy, and people are excited about the new information they gained — but this is where it goes wrong. Unfortunately, most people leave events with a flood of information and either overwhelm their employees or family members or suffer mental exhaustion. Dan talks about your next steps after attending events and seminars and how to prevent yourself from crashing. In this episode, we talk about…   Scenarios with most people after attending events: Constantly bombarding others with information Become mentally exhausted and tired Return to normal life as they get back What to do after attending events to take advantage of the knowledge, solutions, and tools you learned  Resources:  == Check out Contractor Sales Pros on Facebook. The place to ask questions and share strategies and best practices to help each other get better as salespeople in the construction industry: https://thecontractorfight.com/salespro  == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig  == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify  

Taking questions from Mira and Dan Wilson, Tom and Dan discuss feeling uneasy while charging high prices as a newbie with limited experience and what contractors can do to maintain and care for their mental health. In this episode, we talk about…  Question 1: As a newcomer to the contracting industry with limited experience, I feel apprehensive about charging "high prices." What advice can you give me?  High or low price is subjective to the consumer. Charge whatever the formulas tell you, no matter how high or low you think it is. As a newbie, you're more hungrier than others, so you need to take advantage of that. Understanding why the client wants to do the project is what makes you valuable. Question 2: I believe contractors are overlooking mental health. What do you recommend for clearing your head and resetting your brain? Playing golf, reading philosophy, and meditating can be great mental health support methods. Be clear on the controlling and controllable things in your day and life. Resources:  Submit your questions to [email protected] with the subject "Podcast" and Tom and Dan will try to answer them on an upcoming show. Are you stealing money from your family because you aren't charging enough for your services? Discover what you SHOULD be charging. Download our 50% Gross Profit cheat sheet: https://thecontractorfight.com/50  == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Order your free copy of Tom's book Winning the Contractor Fight (Just pay to ship) == https://thecontractorfight.com/book  == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig  == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify

Are you having trouble hiring good employees? Tom explains the number one reason why some contractors can't find employees and suggest some tips to attract employees so you can be sure that you never run into this problem yourself.   In this episode, Tom discusses…  The reason why you can't find employees Three things you need to do every single day of the year in your business The worst time to hire people Some tips on how to be magnetic so that employees are drawn to you   Resources: == Join the COLOSSEUM SALES TRAINING ==Join other high performing contractors and coaches for live online training on the sales process. There are breakout rooms for specific trades where you will get powerful sales coaching!https://thecontractorfight.com/colosseum-sales-training   == Join Us in the BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out:https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Connect with us on FACEBOOK ==Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight:https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts Spotify

Summits and trade shows are hotbeds of business development, where smart business-minded people come to learn and connect. Derek has been attending a trade show since 2013, and in this episode, he shares his experiences and lessons from attending the same summit year after year.   In this episode, Derek discusses…  Mistakes some contractors make that hinder their success Lessons Derek has learned through the years that will help contractors to grow their business  The benefits of attending summits or being around people that are going in the direction that you want to go    Resources: == Join the COLOSSEUM SALES TRAINING ==Join other high performing contractors and coaches for live online training on the sales process. There are breakout rooms for specific trades where you will get powerful sales coaching!https://thecontractorfight.com/colosseum-sales-training   == Join Us in the BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out:https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Connect with us on FACEBOOK ==Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight:https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts Spotify

Hardship, failure, setback in life and business — everyone goes through this, and it's definitely not over for anyone. So embrace them. Embrace them to become stronger, and learn from them. Because that's wisdom, and that's power.    Tom wants you to embrace your adversities and face challenges — it's how we become stronger and succeed.   In this episode, Tom discusses…  Challenges are supposed to be faced, and embracing them will make you strong The biggest challenge Tom faced that made him stronger Achieving success and becoming stronger by attending the Mile High Profit Summit   Resources: ==Grab our free resources: https://thecontractorfight.com/worksheets/  == Join Us in the BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out:https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify

Is your flame dying? Is your motivation waning? You just want to quit, don't you? Well, don't. Don't lose hope. Tim and Greg are here to motivate you to stay focused on what you're doing and keep pushing forward. Sooner or later, you'll hit your goal.    In this episode, they discuss…  Encouragement to never give up Staying in the game and putting your focus on your goal There's hope and opportunity even in the midst of defeat and despair   Resources: == Get the FREE Contractor’s Guide to Spotting a Cheap Prospect BEFORE They Waste Your Time:https://thecontractorfight.com/cheap/  == Join Us in the BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Share the Podcast == Apple Podcasts  Spotify

Have you ever had a tendency to get carried away with strong emotions or even rage when communicating with a client? By reacting with your emotions or pouncing on the clients before they can even get their words out, you can end up in an argument instead of a discussion. The most important thing is to listen rather than pounce, and Dan discusses the importance of this.    In this episode, we talk about…   Taking a deep breath and being mindful of your communication style before replying About the 5-4-3-2-1 communication theory and its advantages Communication examples where pauses were taken and not pounced upon  Resources:    == Check out Contractor Sales Pros on Facebook. The place to ask questions and share strategies and best practices to help each other get better as salespeople in the construction industry: https://thecontractorfight.com/salespro    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media ==   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber    Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify 

Tom and Dan answer a question from Dominic, who is concerned about letting an employee go. The employee has been working with Dominic for two years, but his skills have not improved, and he has suffered an injury. He wants to know if it is better to let the employee go or to keep spending money on him.   In this episode, we talk about…  In addition to an employee problem, there's probably a leadership or training issue Wasting money on inefficiencies and callbacks is never a good idea You hired the wrong person — be selective about who you're hiring Have non-negotiables of what it takes to be part of your team Set expectations for new hires Resources:  Submit your questions to [email protected] with the subject “Podcast” and Tom and Dan will try to answer them on an upcoming show.   Visit our sponsors of this episode, NiceJob. NiceJob is Reputation Marketing software that will help your business collect 2-3 times more reviews on Google, Facebook, and the platforms that matter. Don’t forget to use code “Fight” for $50 off the first month on new accounts! https://www.TheContractorFight.com/nicejob    Are you stealing money from your family because you aren’t charging enough for your services? Discover what you SHOULD be charging. Download our 50% Gross Profit cheat sheet: https://thecontractorfight.com/50   == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Order your free copy of Tom’s book Winning the Contractor Fight (Just pay to ship) == https://thecontractorfight.com/book    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts Spotify

"I'm literally the poster child for what The Contractor Fight produces when followed. And everything I know and I'm implementing is basically the result of the fight." — Aaron Harshaw.    Aaron is a former pastor and now a general contractor in a small town in Kansas. He started his company, Harshaw Home Renovators, on September 1st, 2018. During their conversation, Tom and Aaron discussed Aaron's business, some of the lessons he has learned, and what it means to love and support your team.   In this episode, we talk about…    The things Aaron learned from the ministry and applied to his business — Active listening and helping people fix things that they can't do on their own Aaron's way of showing his team that they're loved and valued Why Aaron has niched his company to specialize in kitchens, baths, basements, and custom decks  The biggest business mistake he made in his career — accepting $108,000 for a project that was supposed to cost $275,000 Valuable lessons Aaron has learned from being a part of The Fight. The change Aaron saw in himself after roleplaying — Gained confidence in knowing the numbers. Resources:    = Harshaw Home Renovators: https://hhrenovators.com/     = Join us in BATTLEGROUND – Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground     = Get your free copy of Tom's book Winning the Contractor Fight (Just pay to ship): https://thecontractorfight.com/book   = Connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: http://thecontractorfight.com/facebook   = Grab the Gear: https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/   = Find Us on Social Media:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber   Instagram: http://thecontractorfight.com/ig     == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts Spotify

In the first episode of this two-part series, Tom and Steve discussed the first five mistakes that contractors make when they try to sell. Today, the two discuss the rest of them so you can continue learning how to make a sale and avoid costly, no-return mistakes.   In this episode, they discuss…  Some common mistakes most contractors make when selling: Focusing on your reasons for people to buy instead of theirs No or inconsistent sales training  Defending your higher price Going too technical in the process Pouncing — If you're pouncing, you're losing; pouncing is like fighting   Resources: == Join the COLOSSEUM SALES TRAINING ==Join other high performing contractors and coaches for live online training on the sales process. There are breakout rooms for specific trades where you will get powerful sales coaching!https://thecontractorfight.com/colosseum-sales-training   == Attend the MILE HIGH PROFIT SUMMIT==The ULTIMATE event for Contractors: You will learn from experts in the contracting industry, you will have the opportunity to network with other contractors from all over North America, and spend time with The Contractor Fight Team!https://thecontractorfight.com/mile-high-profit-summit/  == Join Us in the BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out:https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Connect with us on FACEBOOK ==Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight:https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts Spotify

What are you doing with your time? Are you just trying to do it all, or are you being intentional about what you spend your time and energy on? Are you busy where it matters most? Tom wants you to figure out where your time is going so that you can spend it on the things that matter most.   In this episode, Tom discusses…  Identifying where your time is actually going and what you can do about it. Setting priorities and working efficiently Advice to stop being so busy and manage your time better   Resources: ==Grab our free resources: https://thecontractorfight.com/worksheets/  == Join Us in the BATTLEGROUND ==Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info check out:https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground  == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook  == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify