The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber

A brief summary of this episode

A brief summary of this episode

A brief summary of this episode

A brief summary of this episode

A brief summary of this episode

In this episode I share a few things that have been on my mind lately. Please join me as I discuss: The Fatal Mistake I See Contractors Making on a Regular Basis! How Your Passion is Making You a Starving Artist! An Invitation to Apply for Our Upcoming Profit Summit this Fall! Head here to apply for the Profit Summit!

Nick Slavic, of Nick Slavic Painting & Restoration is a former Army Paratrooper who volunteered for two tours overseas after the 9/11 attacks. He fishes with a spear, grows his own food and has an accounting degree. I met Nick in early 2016 and immediately had a respect for him as a person and a businessman as I watched how he was building his brand. Show Highlights Nick calls himself a “Proprieto...

Jake’s Designs is an award winning, Colorado Springs based, landscape company established in 2000. Jake’s Designs specializes in guiding homeowners through the process of the landscape design all the way through the installation of the project. Jake’s employs two degreed landscape designers to start the process who truly believe that “every great landscape starts with a great design”. Once a desig...

Jake’s Designs is an award winning, Colorado Springs based, landscape company established in 2000. Jake’s Designs specializes in guiding homeowners through the process of the landscape design all the way through the installation of the project. Jake’s employs two degreed landscape designers to start the process who truly believe that “every great landscape starts with a great design”. Once a desig...

In this SOLOCAST, Tom shares his own story and tips on how to avoid burnout and build a strong business.  ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join the Strongpreneur Mastermind Group

In this episode Tom interviews Keith Kalfas about how he grew a youtube channel from 0 to 21,000 subscribers. Keith gives advice to those who are unsure of what to use youtube and other platforms for growing your contracting business.  http://www.thelandscapingemployeetrap.com/ https://www.youtube.com/user/TheEmployeeTrap   --------------------------------------------------------------------------...

In this episode Tom interviews Matt White, the founder of Remodeler Marketing Institute and owner of JoltCMS and The Remodeler's Edge  about how to build credibility and trust in this new world of buying & selling.   stopsellingstarthelping.com joltcms.com theremodelersedge.com remodelermarketinginstitute.com contact:matt@theremodelersedge.com ------------------------------------------------------...

In this episode Tom interviews Tom Lopatosky about nailing down your sales process, building relationships, charging for estimates, and add value to your community. Tom L gives you 5 steps to creating a system for maximizing networking events.  http://www.lopcocontracting.com/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join the Strongpreneur Mas...

In this episode Tom interviews Travis Brown the producer of the Strongpreneur Podcast. They talk about why every human being should podcast. 1. Become an authority 2. It's "evergreen" promotion3. People get to know you 4. Tell future clients what you want them to know 5. Podcasts are freee. 6. No one reads blogs 7. Technology is your friend.  travisbrown79@me.com 630.915.5780 iamtravisbrown.bandca...

In this episode Tom interviews David Chism from adavidcreation.com a small marketing firm that helps small businesses grow, be more profitable and become better known to their target clients.  David touches on 5 mistakes contractors make in marketing themselves and their business. He talks about closing on the spot and what avenues he thinks are best for contractors to market their business. adavi...

In this episode Tom interviews Steve Shinholser about the golden rules of contracting. 1. Treat your customers and employees as you want to be treated (like an owner). 2. Make 50% on bids and track your jobs. "I'd rather make an easy $50 than a hard $100." - Steve Shinholser Contractor Sales Academy The Shinholser Effect www.motorhard.com ------------------------------------------------ Join the S...

In this episode Tom breaks down the business math of a contractor.  Revenue - Cost of Goods Sold = Gross Profit Gross Profit - Overheard = Net Profit Challenge : Next project cut your cost by 1/2 = 50% Gross Profit www.motorhard.com ------------------------------------------------ Join the Strongpreneur Mastermind Group  

In this episode Tom talks about the "rebirth" of the podcast and why he's making the changes to become a contractor specific podcast.  "A man who chases two rabbits catches none." ~ Roman Proverb [15138] www.motorhard.com www.orderofman.com 2 words that will always lead to business success : Clarity & Consistency motorhard.com/contractor-coaching-group ---------------------------------------------...

In this solocast Tom discusses how you can create the ultimate experience for your clients. 1. You are where you are because of the choices you've made. 2. You become the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with - Jim Rohn 3. Don't project your beliefs about money on your clients. 4. Two things that reveal your priorities your checkbook and your calendar: How are you spending your time...

In this episode Tom answers user questions from the Strongpreneur Nation Mastermind Group.  Level up your business and join 275 other entrepreneurs today by clicking here ------------------------------------------------ Take the Strongpreneur Pledge Join the Strongpreneur Mastermind Group

In this episode Tom interviews David Katz a conscience CEO and change maker. David Katz is a social entrepreneur from Vancouver, Canada who decided to do something about plastic waste. David is the Founder & CEO of The Plastic Bank, the world’s first triple-bottom-line company that turns plastic waste into an even more valuable social and economic asset (called Social Plastic®) that also empowers...

In this SOLOCAST Tom tells you how to sell more of your stuff. Create content to become the expert in your field, answer customer questions, update your site with relevant data for good google search results, and continue to add value to potential customers life.  Challenge: Create one piece of content a week for your site Marcus Sheridan - The Sales Lion   ----------------------------------------...

In this SOLOCAST Tom Reber discusses not taking the bait that inevitably steals your time from your ultimate goals. Are you a fish? Do you find yourself biting on the new shiny option? Are you focused on the right things?  "Taking the bait always begins with good intentions." Tom's tip: Use https://basecamp.com/ If you like this podcast please remember the #1 rule of the internet: Sharing.  Share...

In this SOLOCAST Tom Reber shares an embarrassing story about himself that made him feel foolish. Are you missing details in your life and business?  Do you have someone to keep you accountable and double check your decisions? Join the mastermind group and level up through the community. ------------------------------------------------ Take the Strongpreneur Pledge Join the Strongpreneur Mastermin...

In this episode Tom interviews Midwest Fit Club's co-founders Steve Arch and Shane Herman.  Midwest Fit Club (MFC) is a privately-owned gym that offers personal training, fitness classes, and corporate wellness programs. MFC’s fitness staff members are certified professionals with years of training experience obtained through formal education, certification programs, and practical applications. Cl...