The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber

In this special bonus episode, Tom spends 30 minutes with Joshua Crossman of PTL Hardwood Floors to help meet his business goal. Josh wants to meet $300K this year and Tom breaks down the steps he should take to accomplish it! Lessons learned in this episode: • How Josh can improve his web presence • Why Josh should limit his time working in the field • How to defeat Parkinson's law • Giving Josh'...

In this episode, Tom is joined by Kolby Kolibas a rockstar social media influencer, best selling author, film producer, and highly sought keynote speaker. Lessons learned in this episode: Taking ownership of yourself - control what you can control Learn from your mistakes, don’t hide from them Start with yourself, check your progress, find your purpose Know and own your unique purpose  Links to re...

In this episode, Tom is joined by Alan and Jodi Decker, the powerhouse couple behind Decker Landscape and Aquatics, an award winning world leader in aquatic landscaping. In this episodes Tom talks about... • How to get in the right mindset to meet your goals and stay on track • Protecting your time and money • Being open to fixing problems • Getting paid what you’re worth Links to resources: http:...

In this episode Tom sits down with Tim and Janelle Cutroni of New England Aquatic Landscaping, a veteran owned company that designs, builds, maintains, and repairs kick-butt backyard ponds, waterfalls, and fountain-scapes.  In this episode Tom talks about… Why you should charge more How to get rid of the head trash involved with pricing Training and how it can benefit you Embracing a positive mind...

Clients. Want more? Of course you do. In this episode Tom helps you understand how to get more clients through referrals. He shares the “red carpet” experience, how your leaving 100K on the table, using the Pomodero Technique, and more. In this episode Tom talks about… How to use referral programs to get more clients How to offer a “red carpet” experience Setting expectations with the client for m...

Focus. One word. Huge results. Tom hangs with Nick May and talks about the value in not trying to be everything for everyone. Nick is the owner at Walls By Design, an award winning painting contractor out of Colorado with 19 years of experiences he shares on the show. In this episode we talk about… You can do ANYTHING but not EVERYTHING How to say no to unprofitable jobs Why you need to be your ow...

If you were looking for a sign, this is it.  Want to stop sucking the life out of your contracting business? Join the  Contractor Sales Academy  and take command of your entire sales process! CSA is a game changer for your business. Here's the good news. You can still get access to the 2017 pricing now. You hear that? It's opportunity knocking.... Unsure if CSA is right for you? Go to: https://mee...

In this podcast Tom talks about the things he learned in 2017, some exciting news about the podcast, and much more. Let the truth set you free!  In this episode Tom talks about…  How truth produces better days in your life Areas in his life he got more honest with TCF104 – The Fight is On! episode How to stop the mental fight internally How to not take “the bait” Why you should say NO more  Links:...

On this episode, Tom chats with small business financial guru, Ellen Rohr of Zoom Drain . Though Ellen didn’t start off as a successful franchise president, in just a few short years she owned the title. Believe it or not, Ellen started by almost running her family plumbing business into the ground -- and her transformation from that point to where she is now is something all of you need to hear. ...

In this episode Tom interviews  Brian Kaskavalciyan , entrepreneur, marketing strategist, author and speaker. He is a recognized expert on relationship marketing. In this episode you'll learn: How to maximize profitability and get better leads Why you need a monthly newsletter How to earn the right to make a high profit How to stop working your A%$ off and not making any money Find out more about...

On this episode, Tom shares his Marketing Mindset Strategies that he applies to his life and business. Tom's Four Marketing Mindset Strategies Tell the right story to the right people Build strategic relationships Own their eyeballs Be consistent Ready to level up your business IQ? Visit   The Contractor Fight Accelerate Group  run by Tom! Don’t miss out, make sure to claim your seat at the must a...

On this episode, Tom welcomes Al Levi of The 7 Power Contractor to bring you a real conversation about how to plan and prioritize your 4th quarter, ensuring a successful start to 2018. Plus, Tom and Al touch on the importance of finding the right people and allowing them to grow and hit personal goals within the company's overarching goals. Goals are often a scary topic for many business owners, y...

On this episode, Tom welcomes Mark Buckshon of Construction Marketing Ideas to discuss powerful marketing strategies for all contracting business. Learn the ins and outs of contracting marketing, find better ways to share your stories, and understand the data you need to keep growing your business. Mark’s Top Three Discussion Points for Marketing  Look at the way you are treating clients personall...

In this episode, The No BS Performance Coach for Contractors, Tom Reber shares 3 ways to teach you how to make more money in your contracting business. 1. Take Control of Your Sales Process 2. Know What Your Costs Are 3. Raise Up Leaders Tom Reber is a business coach for contractors and co-founder of the Contractor Sales Academy. www.contractorsalesacademy.com Are you ready to take the next step f...

Today Tom sits down with Laura Reale of Aquareale and Pondtent to discuss how she uses strategic marketing in her own business and how she helps others in this industry to reach their full marketing potential. Laura majored in journalism and continued her education with a Masters degree in Marketing. She is a seasoned marketing professional who understands the landscaping and contractor industry a...

In this episode Tom breaks down the real reason your contracting business isn't growing. Hint: It's not the work you are doing. You might be making one of these terrible mistakes. Do not miss this episode! Contractor Business Tips: Are You Ready to Accelerate www.tomreber.com/accelerate We're relaunching our Accelerate Program with more interaction, more content and more relevant topics to help yo...

In this episode Tom sits down with Nick Schiffer owner of NS Builders and co-host of the Modern Craftsman Podcast. They discuss how he built his social media presence, NS Builders, and why sharing trade secrets can actually get you more jobs.  Nick's Instagram Modern Craftsman Podcast Are you ready to commit to making a change? If you’re sick and tired of being sick and tired. And you’re ready to...

In this episode Tom shares 21 Ideas to Instantly Grow Your Contracting Business!  Members of The Contractor Fight Facebook Group  share how they grow their contracting business. You wont want to miss these 21 ideas that might spark the fire under your business! Are you ready to KICK YOUR CONTRACTING BUSINESS IN THE ASS? Join ACCELERATE  - To make big changes in your business (and life) you need su...

On this episode, Tom sits down with Phil Sarros of Sarros Landscaping and Dirt Monkey University , to talk about what, why, and how putting systems or processes into place is important for any business. Starting off in 2002, Phil started his company as a cleaning business for pools and apartments. That job allowed Phil to save enough money to start his landscaping business. His landscaping busines...

In this episode Tom addresses 7 money mindsets that will help your contacting business grow. If you’re ready to take the next step in The Contractor Fight, join Accelerate. What You Get: – Monthly focus topics – Weekly group coaching calls – Access to the Accelerate Membership site with videos, worksheets and more! Learn More

YouTube sensation Chis Berry joins host Tom Reber on The Contractor Fight this week. Berry, known on YouTube as The Idaho Painter, shares how he got his start as a painter and how he worked to make a name for himself (and eventually a full-time living) on YouTube by creating videos on topics he wanted to learn more about. Berry has plenty to share for contractors on getting started on YouTube, the...

In this episode Tom defines the most important brick to lay your leadership foundation. Looking for expert advice to grow your contractor business? Sign up for TCF's  Accelerate program  and you'll be connected to a weekly video group call every Friday with Tom and other like-minded business owners. Each week offers a different discussion topic for you to learn from.

In this week's episode, construction accountant Randal Dehart shares some of the most common mistakes contractors make in their own accounting and why you should never "lend" clients your own money for a project. Dehart has a ton of sound advice to share, including his five key performance indicators for contractors (or any business) and thoughts on when it's time to grow your company, hire assist...

In this episode, Tom sits down with Mike Agugliaro, founder of CEO Warrior . Mike took his first company, Gold Medal Service from making less than 1 million to more than 30 million in just a single year. He’s now the founder of CEO Warrior, host of the CEO Warrior Podcast , author of 5 books, and publisher of Home Service Max Magazine. They discuss two key elements to Mike's success in growing and...

In this episode, Tom sits down with contractor, author, speaker and sales leader Anthony Iannarino. This multi-faceted entrepreneur discusses the keys any contractor must keep in mind to be successful, from choosing a positive, confident mindset and determining what you want from your business, to developing the discipline to grow your business. Iannarino also offers advice on making your client r...