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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.

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber Tom Reber

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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.

    TCF915: Top Ten MHPS Moments

    TCF915: Top Ten MHPS Moments

    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-boosting insights. They also give an inside look at what makes the Summit so unique, from backstage antics to heartfelt dinner conversations.

    Plus, they give an exclusive sneak peek at what’s in store for the MHPS 2024. Tune in to find out which marketing guru is returning to share cutting-edge AI strategies and who will lead a can’t-miss sales workshop.

    Episode Highlights:
    [00:00] - Intro
    [04:15] - What makes the Mile High Profit Summit unique
    [06:52] - When attendees actually showed up in 2021
    [10:46] - Ben transformed his business after the Summit
    [12:49] - Marcus Sheridan’s impactful presentation in 2022 and his return in 2024
    [15:35] - The secret hotel elevators
    [18:30] - Steve receiving the Legacy Award in 2022
    [22:44] - Sneak peek into the VIP workshops at the 2024 Summit
    [23:44] - Dan Miller’s mind-bending talk on healthy living
    [26:03] - After event dinner
    [31:08] - Lindsey’s impactful talk on “Nail the Wife” in residential sales
    [34:25] - Tipping bartenders
    [38:52] - The final Mile High Profit Summit
    [43:07] - Key speakers of the 2024 summit
    [45:45] - Grab your tickets for MHPS 2024

    == Click here to sign up for Mile High Profit Summit and take advantage of early bird pricing: https://milehighprofitsummit.com/ 

    Resources:
    💰 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 
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    • 47 min
    TCF914: Are You Creating Your Own Financial Crash?

    TCF914: Are You Creating Your Own Financial Crash?

    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 asking for help from others in need. This will help you avoid the pitfall of creating your own crashes through worry and limiting beliefs.
    Episode Highlights:
    [00:00] - Intro
    [01:17] - Never surrender your optimism
    [05:54] - Don’t waste your energy on what you can’t control
    [07:13] - Chris’s financial crash story
    [11:10] - Downsizing his business
    [15:14] - The power of relationships in business
    [18:38] - Your most important relationship is with yourself
    [20:41] - Tendency of contractors to pride themselves on hard work
    [22:26] - Asking for help and overcoming ego
    [23:34] - Trust is the currency of relationships
    [27:17] - Importance of community support in entrepreneurship
    [29:23] - The focus of Mile High Profit Summit
    [30:02] - Chris’s upcoming keynote at Mile High Profit Summit
    [32:43] - Your business is a reflection of you
    [34:05] - Letting go of the idea of being an unbeatable champion
    [38:00] - Focusing on personal development
    [41:29] - Getting out of the way of your own natural potential
    [43:11] - Why it’s important to be at the summit
    [44:14] - Closing thoughts
    Resources:
    == Click here to sign up for Mile High Profit Summit and take advantage of early bird pricing: https://milehighprofitsummit.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 ==
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    • 49 min
    TCF913: Your Moment of Impact

    TCF913: Your Moment of Impact

    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 that the Mile High Profit Summit provides the perfect environment to spark your moment of impact. He encourages you to grab the opportunity to surround yourself with battle-tested leaders and the best strategies to supercharge your growth and transform your business.
    Episode Highlights:
    [00:00] - The power of being around the right people
    [01:34] - Pushing boundaries and embracing new opportunities
    [03:07] - Exercise for calculating daily sales goals
    [03:47] - Mediocre sales days
    [04:57] - How mediocrity can cost you
    [06:28] - Story of 2 contractors who succeeded vs. failed
    [07:34] - Letting go of negative mindsets and habits
    [09:00] - Move beyond average by letting go of the status quo
    [10:28] - Closing remarks
    Check out my episode with Jobber on their Masters of Home Service Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1-secret-to-selling-more-jobs-at-higher-margins/id1692952714?i=1000659357427
    Click here to sign up for Mile High Profit Summit and take advantage of early bird pricing: https://milehighprofitsummit.com/ 
    Resources:
    💰 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! 
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    • 13 min
    TCF912: What it takes to be a Millionaire

    TCF912: What it takes to be a Millionaire

    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 communication, leadership, and treating people well.
    In this episode, they discuss:
    The 3 simple steps to becoming a millionaire – communicate well, treat people well, aim for 50% gross profitImportance of good communication skills to prevent misunderstandings and build strong relationshipsThe value of being personable and building relationships with employeesHow Tim and Derek learned to be better leaders over timeImproving company culture and making employees feel appreciated

    Resources:
    💰 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! 
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    • 15 min
    TCF911: 8 Signs of a Sick Business

    TCF911: 8 Signs of a Sick Business

    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
    [01:13] - Run a healthy business
    [01:40] - 8 signs of a sick and dying business
    [02:42] - #Sign1: Lack of cash flow
    [03:56] - #Sign2: Not paying yourself fairly
    [06:10] - #Sgn 3: Low pre-tax profit
    [07:20] - #Sign 4: Borrowing money to survive
    [09:14] - #Sign 5: Low-quality or inconsistent leads
    [10:56] - #Sign 6: Busy but broke
    [12:40] - #Sign 7: Outdated books
    [14:34] - #Sign 8: Irregular meetings
    [15:48] - Closing remarks
    If you need help with your business, visit https://thecontractorfight.com/help/ to schedule a call and see if you qualify for the Battleground program. 
    Resources:
    💰 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! 
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    • 18 min
    TCF910: Setting Your Boundaries

    TCF910: Setting Your Boundaries

    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 takes to stick to them. 
    In this episode, they discuss:
    The importance of setting boundaries in personal and professional lifeThe time when Tim almost lost money by underestimating a landscaping job costSetting a boundary with yourself to not be crossedWorking to get better at setting boundaries instead of avoiding confrontationsUsing tactical empathy to respond thoughtfully instead of reacting when boundaries are testedRespectfully setting boundaries while also validating other people’s feelings
    Resources:
    💰 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! 
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    • 13 min

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