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The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber

Stop stressing out about your contracting business and take back control. The Contractor Fight is bringing respect and dignity back to the trades one contractor at a time. Discover how to market, sell, and consistently produce your projects at a profit with industry expert and powerful motivator Tom Reber. Stop stealing from your family. Earn what you're worth. Build a business that serves you.
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Now displaying: May, 2023
May 30, 2023

Tom shares a hilarious and memorable story about a rather embarrassing incident that occurred during a live podcast recording. Facing the uncomfortable situation, Tom shares his experience and highlights the importance of pushing through adversity and making adjustments on the fly.

Tune in for a dose of motivation, inspiration, and a good laugh!

 

In this episode, Tom discusses…

  • The unexpected moment when Tom was a guest on a live podcast recording

  • Acknowledging that things don't always go as planned

  • Fighting through uncomfortable situations and embracing the challenges that arise

 

Resources:

== Learn how AI can help you save time, reduce stress, and improve your business. Visit https://thecontractorfight.com/ai/ for more information.

 

💰 You didn’t become a contractor to struggle financially. Download our worksheet and start calculating a 50% gross profit on every job. It’s time to get your shit together! https://thecontractorfight.com/50/ 

 

💸 Grab your copy of our FREE Contractors Guide to Spotting Cheap Prospects here: 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! 

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May 25, 2023

In this episode, Tom dives deep into the world of coaching and unveils essential tips on making the most out of your coaching experience. Whether you're a seasoned contractor or just starting out, having a coach can be a game-changer, providing guidance, support, and expert advice to accelerate your business growth.

 

Tune in to learn how to harness the power of coaching to skyrocket your business to new heights of success!

 

Conversation Highlights:

 

[00:00] - Intro — How to be coached successfully

[01:18] - Remember why you started your business

[02:13] - Follow the prescribed map/methodology

[03:09] - Stay open to diverse ways of thinking

[03:59] - Be patient for the results

[05:33] - Engage with and rely on the community

[07:24] - Acknowledge you're not special

[08:53] - Ask better questions

[09:46] - Learn the GROW methodology

[12:00] - Be transparent and receptive to guidance

[15:32] - Closing remarks

Resources:

== BATTLEGROUND is OPEN! ==
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

 

💰 You didn’t become a contractor to struggle financially. Download our worksheet and start calculating a 50% gross profit on every job. It’s time to get your shit together! https://thecontractorfight.com/50/ 

 

💸 Grab your copy of our FREE Contractors Guide to Spotting Cheap Prospects here: https://thecontractorfight.com/cheap 

 

== 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! 

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May 22, 2023

Are you curious to know what lies ahead for you in the future? Well, join Tom as he invites you to shift your gaze to what lies ahead — the next ten years of your life. He shares his insights on approaching your dreams and aspirations and highlights the importance of making conscious choices and avoiding a victim mentality. 

 

In this episode, Tom discusses…

  • Two contrasting paths: one of victimhood and another of empowerment

  • Setting the stage for the next ten years of your life

  • The power of choice to shape your tomorrow

 

Resources:

== Join Tom TONIGHT, May 22nd, at 6pm Eastern to learn how AI can help you save time, reduce stress, and improve your business. Visit https://thecontractorfight.com/ai/ for more information.

 

💰 You didn’t become a contractor to struggle financially. Download our worksheet and start calculating a 50% gross profit on every job. It’s time to get your shit together! 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 

 

== 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! 

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May 18, 2023

Are you facing the harsh reality of being broke? Don't worry. You're not alone. In this episode, Tom explores what to do when you find yourself in a financially challenging position and provides practical strategies to help you regain control of your finances and set yourself on the path to recovery.

 

Remember, being broke is a temporary situation—it's not your final destination unless you allow it to be!

 

Conversation Highlights:

[00:00] - Intro - Actions to take when you're broke

[01:12] - Owning your circumstances

[03:45] - Setting a daily money goal

[04:57] - Checking if your daily income goal is realistic

[07:10] - Money is unemotional

[07:52] - Overhaul your skills

[09:39] - Free resource for contractors

Resources:

== Join Tom on May 22nd to learn how AI can help you save time, reduce stress, and improve your business. Visit https://thecontractorfight.com/ai/ for more information.

 

== Unlock the secrets to business prosperity. Get the daily tips you need to excel in your business : https://thecontractorfight.com/daily-tips/ 

 

💰 You didn’t become a contractor to struggle financially. Download our worksheet and start calculating a 50% gross profit on every job. It’s time to get your shit together! https://thecontractorfight.com/50/ 

 

💸 Grab your copy of our FREE Contractors Guide to Spotting Cheap Prospects here: 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! 

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May 15, 2023

Are you someone who finds it difficult to own up to your mistakes? Join Tom as he shares a humorous story about the difficulty of owning up to one’s crap. He reflects on the discomfort that can come with admitting one’s mistakes but emphasizes the importance of owning up to them.

 

Don’t miss out on this entertaining and insightful episode. Tune in now!

 

In this episode, Tom discusses…

  • When Tom’s daughter was accused of speeding, leading to a confrontation with a neighbor

  • How Tom and his wife handled the situation

  • The importance of owning up to one’s mistakes, even when it’s uncomfortable

 

Resources:

== Join Tom on May 22nd to learn how AI can help you save time, reduce stress, and improve your business. Visit https://thecontractorfight.com/ai/ for more information.

 

💰 You didn’t become a contractor to struggle financially. Download our worksheet and start calculating a 50% gross profit on every job. It’s time to get your shit together! https://thecontractorfight.com/50/ 

 

💸 Grab your copy of our FREE Contractors Guide to Spotting Cheap Prospects here: 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! 

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May 11, 2023

Get ready to elevate your business to new heights in 2023! Tom's here to share some high-energy tips that will help you achieve explosive growth. From taking your business to the next level to crushing your profit goals, Tom's strategies are sure to put you on the path to success. 

 

Don't miss this opportunity to take your business to the top. Tune in now and go "Balls to the Wall" with your marketing!

 

Conversation Highlights:

[00:00] - Intro— Actions to take to crush 2023

[00:33] - Gain absolute clarity on your goals

[01:43] - Trust the process

[03:00] - Set a bigger vision for yourself

[05:23] - Sell and produce a gross profit of 50% or better

[07:23] - Why 50% gross profit

[10:08] - Commit to growing right, not necessarily fast

Resources:

💰 You didn’t become a contractor to struggle financially. Download our worksheet and start calculating a 50% gross profit on every job. It’s time to get your shit together! https://thecontractorfight.com/50/ 

 

💸 Grab your copy of our FREE Contractors Guide to Spotting Cheap Prospects here: 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! 

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Spotify 

May 8, 2023

Monday Mojo is back! Asking the right question is a really powerful tool in any business. It can lead you to more creative solutions than you have ever considered. As a bonus, it can also help you be more efficient at every stage of the process. In this episode, Tom shares the importance of asking better questions and the power it holds.

 

In this episode, Tom discusses…

  • The power of asking better questions to find innovative solutions to your problems

  • How Tom kept the business profitable during the 2009 recession

  • How a person doubled his business in 90 days through better questioning

  • Finding the right leverage by asking the right questions

  • How to ask better questions to find solutions to business problems

 

Resources:

💰 You didn’t become a contractor to struggle financially. Download our worksheet and start calculating a 50% gross profit on every job. It’s time to get your shit together! https://thecontractorfight.com/50/ 

 

💸 Grab your copy of our FREE Contractors Guide to Spotting Cheap Prospects here: 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! 

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May 4, 2023

Tom’s guest today is Isaac Barlow. Isaac is the founder of the contractor business software busybusy, which helps contractors get their business systems and processes in order. Isaac talks about why now is the best time to build your contracting business and share strategies for becoming profitable, achieving the freedom you’ve always wanted, and so much more.

 

Conversation Highlights:

[00:00] - Intro

[01:35] - Isaac’s background

[03:48] - Being successful as a contractor

[05:34] - Handling uncertain times in business

[10:07] - What it means to know your numbers

[15:04] - Mental lessons for dealing with current events

[18:39] - Why now is the best time to build your contractor business

[22:25] - Leadership during challenging times

[27:46] - Strategies for improving your trades business

[30:00] - Profit% that is right under your nose

[34:21] - Strategies for finding hidden revenue and increasing margins

[37:07] - Profit killers of the contracting industry

[39:57] - Busybusy software for contractors

[46:11] - Isaac’s message for contractors

 

Resources:

==Busybusy: https://busybusy.com/ 

 

💰 You didn’t become a contractor to struggle financially. Download our worksheet and start calculating a 50% gross profit on every job. It’s time to get your shit together! https://thecontractorfight.com/50/ 

 

💸 Grab your copy of our FREE Contractors Guide to Spotting Cheap Prospects here: 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

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