The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber

Are you ready to take your business to new heights? Then it’s time to JUMP into the Mile High Profit Summit happening in September 2024 in Denver! Bob Turner of Turner Builders knows firsthand the transformative power of this event. Tom talks with Bob about why he keeps coming back to Mile High year after year. Despite not knowing a soul at his first summit, Bob was inspired by powerful talks from...

As we gear up for the 2024 Mile High Profit Summit, Tom and Neil Kristianson (CEO of The Contractor Fight) take a walk down memory lane and revisit some of the most epic moments from Mile High Profit Summit's past events. They reminisce about unexpected successes, emotional highlights, and transformational speakers that have fueled the Summit’s reputation for networking, learning, and profit-boost...

Worrying excessively or trying to control things beyond your control can negatively impact you mentally and financially. Chris “Yoda” Dwyer shares how he anticipated the 2012 economic crash and got caught up in worrying about it, which negatively impacted his finances and businesses. He talks about the importance of focusing on your personal growth and relationships to develop a strong mindset and...

Do you know what your moment of impact is? It is a time to transform who you are into who you are meant to be, that pivotal moment when everything shifts and transformation happens. But you won’t be able to find your moment of impact if you stay stuck in mediocrity. It requires action, commitment to growth, being around the right people, and seizing opportunities.  Tom is here to tell you tha...

Do you want to hit that million-dollar mark in your business? What do you think is the secret to becoming a millionaire? Is it working long hours, cutting-edge strategies, or something else? In this episode, Tim and Derek discuss the often-overlooked factors that lead to true business success. Tune in as they share what it really takes to become a millionaire and share powerful lessons on communic...

There are many things you have to get right as a business owner, and the number one thing is running a healthy business. Tom shares the top warning signs that your business may be sick and in need of some TLC. He wants you to pay attention to these signs, examine them in your business, and implement the necessary changes to keep your business fighting fit.  Episode Highlights: [00:00] - Intro...

Do you sometimes feel like you are taken advantage of or stressed because you don’t want to say no to a client or someone else? It can be hard, but setting clear boundaries is really important for reducing stress and standing up for yourself. Tim and Derek talk about setting boundaries with clients, family, and friends. They discuss why boundaries matter, how to establish them, and the courage it...

It’s the middle of 2024. How’s business going? Are you hitting your goals? Is everything going as planned? Or are you stuck with average results and wanting more?  Many contractors are finding that their sales and leads are lower than expected. In this episode, Tom talks about breaking free from mediocrity and aiming higher and tells you to live every day with the mantra “Mediocrity Dies Toda...

Tom is joined by Battleground member Derek Prince to discuss his incredible business transformation. Derek shares how he grew his contracting business from $500k in revenue with a 26% gross profit to $2.5 million with a 44% gross profit in just 12 months. They talk about Derek’s approach to managing multiple ventures—his construction business, gym, and property management company—and the strategie...

Have you ever put off an important task and then regretted it later? Or made a decision you wish you could take back? Tim and Derek discuss how the actions we take today directly impact our future success. They tell you not to screw over your future self by procrastinating or neglecting important tasks. Take action on your goals, so you have no regrets down the road. Your future success depends on...

Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to do it all in your contracting business, but still, your profits aren’t where you want them to be? Tom explains that every business goes through different phases, each phase requiring different efforts from you as the owner. He discusses the 3 key phases of business and how to focus your time and energy in each stage. Episode Highlights: [00:00] - Intro [00:16]...

Don’t judge a book by its cover! Do you think clients judge contractors based on what vehicle they show up in? Do you believe those who show up with nice trucks get treated by clients differently and get more jobs? Tim and Derek tell you that your vehicle has no effect on your skills or ability to get jobs. As long as you show up with confidence, clients won’t care if it’s a sports car or an old b...

Are you a contractor who is working hard but never getting ahead financially? You're not alone. Many contractors find themself stuck in the never-ending pit of financial struggle no matter how hard they work. Tom is here to tell you it doesn't have to be that way. He discusses how you can get out of this current pit and turn things around to achieve your financial goals. Episode Highlights: [00:00...

Are you hesitating on bids or avoiding big projects? Is your lack of self-confidence holding you back? Do you sometimes doubt if you’re good enough for a task or job? Tim and Derek address head trash – those negative thoughts and beliefs that can hold you back. They explain where these thoughts come from and how they negatively impact your life and business and share the tools to tackle them. In t...

This is not a drill, and the results matter! Tom lays down some hard truths about the high stakes of running a business. Every choice you make either helps your business succeed or holds it back. He delivers a wake-up call to all the contractors to make efforts to improve their sales skills so it doesn’t hinder their success. The results of your efforts truly matter. Episode Highlights: [00:00] -...

What is swagger, and why should contractors care about developing it? Tim and Derek discuss the importance of swagger for contractors and how to develop it. They say swagger isn’t just about being loud or boastful. It’s a way of carrying yourself with confidence through your posture and communication style. Swagger gives contractors confidence when speaking to clients and making sales. In this epi...

Do you feel like you’re learning business the hard way? Taking punches you didn’t see coming? Well, as a business owner, you’re all students of business whether you like it or not. You are gonna pay tuition no matter what — either by taking punches through trial and error or by investing in coaching upfront. Tom is here to tell you that the smartest thing you can do is commit to coaching like any...

Steve is back with another three branches from the Tree of Life. Today, he discusses Permission, Rescue, and Takeaway techniques that you can use during your sales conversations. He wants you to learn and practice these techniques to improve your sales, close deals with happy clients, and make more money. Steve has previously covered STFU, Falling on the Sword, and Bracketing techniques of the Tre...

Can you break down your pricing for me? As a contractor, this is one of the most common questions you will likely get from clients. But should you actually do it? Tim and Derek answer this question, and whether it is favorable for you to break down your prices for your clients and what to do when customers ask you to do so. In this episode, they discuss: Breaking down prices for customers  Po...

In this episode, Tom talks some tough love to all the contractors dissatisfied with their business and life. He asks you to be honest with yourself about how long you will tolerate the same problems you keep facing year after year, and when will you do something about it? In other words, when will you finally say enough is enough? He wants you to stop going through the same cycle of discontent and...

How to make your employees stay for years with your company? Join Tim and Derek as they discuss hiring and retaining talented employees long-term. They talk about treating employees well to keep them motivated and productive. They explain that happy and motivated staff means satisfied customers and repeat business. But as a business owner, how do you balance caring for your people while also achie...

Tom’s guest is Taniela Fiafia, an entrepreneur who started his concrete business and grew it to $2 million in revenue within 3 years, primarily through social media marketing. Taniela discusses his journey from almost going bankrupt with $500k in debt to turning his business around by learning from his mistakes and utilizing social media. He also shares simple tips to help you build your brand on...

This week, Steve is here with the Tree of Life of Shin-Fu sales methodology. The Tree of Life has 30 branches, with each branch representing a different tool or technique that you can use during your sales conversation. Today, he shares 3 of these techniques (branches in the Tree of Life). If you master these techniques, you’ll have better sales conversations with your prospects and close more dea...

Being known as a good guy seems like a positive thing, but it comes with hidden harm to your business. Tim has gone through the pressures of being a good guy and is here to help. He used to feel bad about charging higher prices, thinking it made him a bad guy. This created a sense of obligation in him to provide special deals to the clients making it hard to run his business. In this episode, Tim...

Tom sits down with Adam Sand of Roofing Business Partner, a consulting firm that provides contractors with the tools and training to reduce sales friction and increase customer satisfaction, to help them grow their business. Tom and Adam discuss family, entrepreneurship, pride and respect in the trades, optimizing your marketing and sales processes, among other things. Adam also provides a roadmap...