

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber
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.
Stop stealing from your family.
Earn what you're worth.
Build a business that serves you.
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Aug 16, 2023 • 22min
TCF794: Creating Accurate Estimates and Work Orders with Jon Bryant from PaintScout
Tom welcomes Jon Bryant from PaintScout, who is also one of the sponsors of Mile High Profit Summit. Jon sheds light on the common challenges contractors face during the estimation process and the innovative solutions that PaintScout offers. PaintScout is a software platform specifically developed to address the uncertainties and anxieties that often arise when estimating painting jobs. In this episode, Jon dives into how PaintScout helps painting contractors create accurate estimates and work orders to improve their profit and win more jobs. In this episode, they discuss: Jon’s personal experience of facing challenges with pricing jobs in his painting business Production rates and its significance in improving profitability and predictability Importance of using production rates as a standardizing tool to ensure accurate estimates How PaintScout empowers contractors to create detailed estimates quickly The features of PaintScout, including mobile-friendly estimation and customer-facing proposals The significance of work orders in communicating job requirements and improving project planning Benefits of using estimation tools like PaintScout Special Offer: To try PaintScout for 50% off your first three months, mention “The Contractor Fight” when booking a demo at paintscout.com/get-a-demo/ Resources: == PaintScout Website: https://www.paintscout.com/ The Mile High Profit Summit isn't your typical boring contractor conference. Our speakers are experts who will keep you engaged with valuable tips and tricks that will immediately impact your bottom line. You can say goodbye to boredom and welcome actionable insights to help you skyrocket your profits! Visit http://MileHighProfitSummit.com and join us in Denver this September. 💰 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

Aug 14, 2023 • 5min
TCF793: Success Does Not Care How You Feel
Tom has a powerful truth to drop on you — Success doesn't care about your feelings. It doesn't care if you woke up today feeling like a champion or if you felt like crawling back into bed. It doesn't care how you felt yesterday or how you'll feel tomorrow. Success is indifferent to your emotions — it demands action. In this episode, Tom discusses… Not letting your feelings dictate your actions Doing what's necessary, no matter how you feel Success doesn't care about your feelings — it demands action and effort Resources: The Mile High Profit Summit isn't your typical boring contractor conference. Our speakers are experts who will keep you engaged with valuable tips and tricks that will immediately impact your bottom line. You can say goodbye to boredom and welcome actionable insights to help you skyrocket your profits! Visit http://MileHighProfitSummit.com and join us in Denver this September. 💰 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

Aug 12, 2023 • 16min
TCF792: The Key to Freedom and Productivity
Are you ready to unlock the key to achieving ultimate freedom and skyrocketing productivity in your business? Join Tim and Derek as they discuss the power of having a calendar and scheduling to manage and optimize your daily activities. In this episode, Tim and Derek share their first-hand experience and the benefits they've gained from using calendars to allocate specific time blocks for various tasks, whether it's work-related activities, personal time, family commitments, or self-care—while it might seem restrictive at first, having a calendar and time blocking actually provides freedom by allowing you to be more focused and effective during work and ensuring you have time for other essential aspects of life. In this episode, they discuss: The power of having a calendar and color-coding your days Time blocking and finding a schedule that works best for your productivity and well-being Setting specific time blocks for focused work, meetings, consultations, site visits, etc The effectiveness of time blocking in managing work tasks and optimizing productivity Sharing calendars with significant others and team members to ensure everyone's availability and priorities Resources: The Mile High Profit Summit isn't your typical boring contractor conference. Our speakers are experts who will keep you engaged with valuable tips and tricks that will immediately impact your bottom line. You can say goodbye to boredom and welcome actionable insights to help you skyrocket your profits! Visit http://MileHighProfitSummit.com and join us in Denver this September. 💰 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

Aug 10, 2023 • 7min
TCF791: Your Price is Too High - Handling Sales Objections
Are you losing potential clients often because they believe your prices are "too high"? Don't worry! Tom is here to help you! In this episode, Tom shares his invaluable advice on handling the most-dreaded objection that has previously cost you deals. He discusses the common sales objection of "Your Price is Too High" and provides three practical strategies to master this objection and close deals. Conversation Highlights: [00:10] - Introduction [00:49] - Preparing for sales objections [01:08] - Being curious and affirming [04:00] - Giving control to the prospect [04:44] - Mirroring to build trust [05:50] - Closing remarks Resources: == Attention Fighters! Don’t miss your chance to grab tickets for the Mile High Profit Summit 2023. Visit http://MileHighProfitSummit.com and be part of our event in Denver. 💰 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

Aug 9, 2023 • 24min
TCF790: Enhancing the Shin Fu Sales Process with Jeff Wraley of GroundWork
Tom teams up with Jeff Wraley from GroundWork to explore the synergy between GroundWork and Shin-Fu Sales Process, boosting lead qualification and streamlining sales. GroundWork is a sales automation tool that helps contractors get video walkthroughs from homeowners to prequalify leads and ensure they're pitching the right jobs. GroundWork is also proudly sponsoring the Mile High Profit Summit 2023! Jeff discusses how GroundWork enhances the Shin-Fu Sales Process, helps contractors qualify leads more efficiently, and shares insights on using videos to connect emotionally with customers, weed out potential tire kickers, and much more! In this episode, they discuss… Benefits of using GroundWork for contractors to optimize their sales process Positioning GroundWork for homeowners and overcoming objections Tips for getting homeowners to send video walkthroughs How even experienced contractors can benefit from GroundWork How GroundWork enhances the Shin-Fu sales process Importance of immediacy for lead conversion Time taken for GroundWork to get contractors set up and running on the platform Special Offer for Battleground Members: Use code "contractorfight30" for a 30-day free trial of the GroundWork tool. Note: This code is exclusive to Battleground Members and may not apply to general users. === > Join us in Denver at Mile High Profit Summit: http://hellogroundwork.com/mhps Resources: == GroundWork Website: https://www.helloGroundWork.com/ The Mile High Profit Summit isn't your typical boring contractor conference. Our speakers are experts who will keep you engaged with valuable tips and tricks that will immediately impact your bottom line. You can say goodbye to boredom and welcome actionable insights to help you skyrocket your profits! Visit http://MileHighProfitSummit.com and join us in Denver this September. 💰 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

Aug 7, 2023 • 4min
TCF789: Monday Mojo - This is Fundamental to Your Success at Sales
Tom uncovers the key to lasting success in sales. With utmost clarity, he emphasizes, "One of the most important sales you make each day is to yourself," highlighting the significance of self-belief. He imparts the wisdom of selling oneself first, a vital ingredient for achieving sales triumph. By sharing his insights and actionable strategies, he sets you up for unparalleled sales success by building confidence, overcoming self-limiting beliefs, and creating a winning mindset. In this episode, Tom discusses… The most important sale is to yourself Selling yourself first by working on your mind, confidence, and how you show up Paying attention to your money mindset and self-limiting beliefs Connecting with yourself before you connect with others Resources: The Mile High Profit Summit isn't your typical boring contractor conference. Our speakers are experts who will keep you engaged with valuable tips and tricks that will immediately impact your bottom line. You can say goodbye to boredom and welcome actionable insights to help you skyrocket your profits! Visit http://MileHighProfitSummit.com and join us in Denver this September. 💰 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

Aug 5, 2023 • 17min
TCF788: Change the Trajectory of Your Business
Are you ready to elevate your business to new heights? Join Tim and Derek as they unveil the transformative key that will revolutionize your contracting business. In today’s episode, they dive deep into the power of the 50% Gross Profit Margin, a game-changing concept capable of propelling your business to extraordinary success. With this powerful strategy in play, maximizing profitability will become a breeze. In this episode, they discuss: Understanding the 50% Gross Profit Margin Knowing your numbers and calculating what it costs you to operate your business daily Optimizing resource allocation and profitability by scheduling based on revenue Unlocking opportunities in small jobs through efficient execution Tim’s approach to understanding his overhead expenses The need to avoid blindly accepting jobs without understanding the costs involved Resources: The Mile High Profit Summit isn't your typical boring contractor conference. Our speakers are experts who will keep you engaged with valuable tips and tricks that will immediately impact your bottom line. You can say goodbye to boredom and welcome actionable insights to help you skyrocket your profits! Visit http://MileHighProfitSummit.com and join us in Denver this September. 💰 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

Aug 3, 2023 • 7min
TCF787: How to Sell 100k Per Month
Are you ready to unlock the secrets to selling $100,000 per month? It may seem like an impossible feat, but it's entirely attainable with the right mindset and strategy. In this episode, Tom unveils the secrets for achieving this impressive milestone. Dive in to discover the mindset, habits, and tactics you need to transform your sales game and achieve this massive success. Conversation Highlights: [00:00] - Intro — How to sell 100k a month [00:43] - Selling a premium product [02:23] - Understanding the math involved [04:40] - Optimizing your time [05:28] - Being fanatical about your pre-qualification [06:09] - Shin-Fu Sales training for contractors Join our Shin-Fu Sales Training at https://thecontractorfight.com/sfst/ and elevate your communication skills and sales to new heights! Resources: == Attention Fighters! Don’t miss your chance to grab tickets for the Mile High Profit Summit 2023. Visit http://MileHighProfitSummit.com and be part of our event in Denver. Together, let’s conquer new heights! 💰 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

Aug 2, 2023 • 27min
TCF786: From Good to Great with Strategy and Intention with Logan Shinholser of Contractor Growth Network
Are you feeling stuck in mediocrity in your contracting business, and dream of taking it to new heights of success? If you’re looking for the right strategies to make this transformation happen, then this episode is for you! Join Tom for an insightful conversation with Logan Shinholser of Contractor Growth Network as he unleashes the secrets that will take your business from merely “good” to absolutely GREAT! Logan is also the sponsor of Mile High Profit Summit 2023. Today he shares his expertise on how to transform your business through strategic and intentional marketing. In this episode, we talk about… Having a marketing strategy and plan rather than just trying random tactics Differentiating good marketing from great marketing Emotional aspect of marketing and how impatience can hinder success Logan’s definition of marketing strategy An example of playing the long game in marketing Things businesses can do to differentiate themselves and build trust with potential customers Resources: The Mile High Profit Summit isn't your typical boring contractor conference. Our speakers are experts who will keep you engaged with valuable tips and tricks that will immediately impact your bottom line. You can say goodbye to boredom and welcome actionable insights to help you skyrocket your profits! Visit TinyURL.com/MileHighCGN and join us in Denver this September. = Contractor Growth Network: https://www.contractorgrowthnetwork.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

Jul 31, 2023 • 8min
TCF785: Monday Mojo - What is it costing you to shoulder all the weight?
Are you shouldering all the weight in your business? It’s time to take a closer look at the cost of all the responsibilities of your business on your own. Tom explores the negative consequences that arise from being a one-man show and the limitations it can impose on your finances, personal life, and growth opportunities. In this episode, Tom discusses… Taking too much responsibility in your business is not suitable and has a cost How hiring Neil Christiansen for email marketing benefited Tom’s business Having the right team and delegating tasks Developing leadership, communication, and influencing skills to build a supportive team that shares your vision Resources: == The Mile High Profit Summit isn't your typical boring contractor conference. Our speakers are experts who will keep you engaged with valuable tips and tricks that will immediately impact your bottom line. You can say goodbye to boredom and welcome actionable insights to help you skyrocket your profits! Visit http://MileHighProfitSummit.com and join us in Denver this September. 💰 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


