The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber

Mar 08 2025 994 ep. 22 mins 85
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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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TCF998: No Discounts

Mar 08 2025 10 mins  
Discounts don’t solve bad service. In this episode, Tim and Derek share a real-life experience of poor customer service and why offering a discount doesn’t fix the root problem. They break down why a strong business should never have to rely on discounts and why delivering on promises is the best way to build loyalty.In this episode, we discuss:Why a discount can’t replace gr

TCF997: Why Your Phone Isn’t Ringing

Mar 06 2025 4 mins  
If your phone isn’t ringing, you’re not marketing your business correctly. In this episode, Tom dives into the common excuses contractors use when struggling with lead generation and why relying on word of mouth alone is a dangerous game. If you’re not treating marketing like a full-time job, you’re setting yourself up for failure. Tom breaks down why lead generation should

TCF996: Get Out of Your Own Way

Mar 04 2025 15 mins  
Are you running a business, or are you just repeating the same year over and over again? In this episode, Steve shares insights on how to stop winging it and start running a business that works for you. From letting go of micromanagement, to creating repeatable processes that lead to long-term success. This episode is a wake-up call for business owners stuck in a cycle of frustrati

TCF995: Turd Polishing

Mar 01 2025 11 mins  
In this episode, Tim and Derek discuss the concept of "turd polishing" in contracting—finding creative, effective solutions that don’t always require tearing everything out and starting from scratch. They share real-world examples of when a simple fix saved thousands of dollars and how contractors can apply this mindset to their businesses. Instead of assuming the only way forw

TCF994: He’s Drowning in Debt – Can We Save This Contractor's Business? | Contractor Intervention

Feb 27 2025 52 mins  
In this episode of the Contractor Intervention, Tom sits down with Austin, a GC from Pennsylvania who has struggled with negative net profit for four years. Juggling multiple businesses, his construction company isn't making money. In this conversation, they break down the root cause of his financial struggles and uncover the number one thing that will immediately move the needle t

TCF993: My Marketing Journey

Feb 25 2025 28 mins  
In this episode, Steve breaks down his personal marketing journey—from starting his business in 2001 with Yellow Pages ads to building a highly profitable marketing machine through digital strategies. He shares the lessons he learned, the mistakes he made, and the investments that ultimately helped him generate millions in sales.If you've ever felt overwhelmed by marketing, Steve

TCF992: When to Charge a Consult Fee

Feb 22 2025 23 mins  
Tim and Derek discuss when it makes sense to charge a consult fee and when it doesn’t. They break down different scenarios, including emergencies, past clients, and referrals, to help contractors confidently navigate the decision.In this episode, Tim and Derek discuss:Why the decision to charge a consult fee depends on the situationWhen is it appropriate to waive a consult fee fo

TCF991: Mindset of a 5 Million Dollar Contractor

Feb 20 2025 10 mins  
Tom breaks down the essential mindsets that separate the top-performing contractors from the rest. Adopting these mindsets will set you apart and accelerate your success if you want to scale your business to $5 million and beyondEpisode Highlights:[00:00] - Introduction: What it takes to reach $5 million in revenue[00:26] - The small percentage of contractors who reach these levels

TCF990: We All Live in Chaos

Feb 18 2025 15 mins  
In this episode, Steve discusses how we all experience chaos in life and business, and why self-awareness is key to breaking negative cycles. He shares personal insights on overcoming subconscious habits, building financial security, and creating a life that leads to long-term happiness.In this episode, Steve discusses:Why we continue to repeat negative habits and patternsThe impac

TCF989: Emotional Anchoring

Feb 15 2025 16 mins  
Tim and Derek dive into the power of emotional anchoring in sales and client relationships. Using a real-life situation where Derek experienced an emergency at home, they break down how contractors can use emotional connection to better serve clients, build trust, and close more deals.Episode Highlights:[00:00] - Introduction: Tim welcomes Derek back to the show[00:30] - Derek shar