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The Contractor Fight with 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.

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All Episodes

10:02

TCF1098: 5 Price Objection Lines Every Contractor...

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/02/09

Stop acting like a handyman and start selling like a pro. When a prospect says "you're too expensive," most contractors panic and start discounting their own worth. In this episode, Tom Reber breaks down the 5 exact lines you need to stay in control, maintain your certainty, and lead the conversation without caving on your price. If you want to stop stealing from your family and start earning what you’re worth, you need to master these responses.Ready to stop living "just over

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15:57

TCF1097: Why Your Best People Are Quitting

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/02/05

You’re keeping people on your crew who are poisoning the well. In this episode, Derek and Tim break down why "talent" isn't enough if the fit is wrong, using a legendary story about Charles Barkley and a $50k lesson from a powerhouse COO. Stop making excuses for bad behavior and start owning your role as a leader. If you don't have clear SOPs, you aren't a boss; you're just a guy with a headache.==============================================Ready to stop playing small? Claim your seat in "The

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07:21

TCF1096: Stop Selling Like a Technician

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/02/02

Stop leaking authority and start taking command of your sales calls. Most contractors are losing jobs not because their price is too high, but because they sell like a technician who waits to be chosen instead of a professional who leads. In this episode, Tom Reber breaks down why your "detailed explanations" are actually killing your deals and how to shift your identity to protect your margins.Stop being a "price choice" and start being the leader.======================================Stop playing

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30:41

TCF1095: The Math That Funds Your Future

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/01/29

Most contractors are just "busy being busy" while their bank accounts leak cash like a broken pipe. In this episode, Tim and Derek tear down the fear of "Business Math" and show you how to find your real overhead, bulletproof your pricing, and finally start winning. Whether you have a sixth-grade education or a master's degree, these simple formulas are the difference between a business that traps you and one that funds your life.=====================================Stop guessing and start

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21:40

TCF1094: Your Bank Account Is a Report Card. Own That

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/01/26

Your bank account is the most honest employee you have. It never lies, and it doesn't give out participation trophies. If you’re stressed about money, it’s not bad luck; it’s a report card on your leadership and your decisions. Stop telling yourself stories about being "busy" while your vendors aren't paid and your taxes are piling up. It’s time to stop being offended by the numbers and start getting curious about what they’re trying to teach

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48:45

TCF1093: Unlocking Financial Freedom with Steve...

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/01/22

Grab "The Contractor's Code to Finally Cracking $1M": https://thecontractorfight.com/code Stop being a pussy and start looking at your numbers. Steve Shinholser joins Derek and Tim to reveal how he hit financial "escape velocity"—where his investments now pay him more than his lifestyle costs. If you're 44 and still don't have your shit together, you're running out of time to stop swinging the hammer. Learn the simple, gritty math of compound interest and why your addiction to new equipment is

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11:37

TCF1092: Markup vs Margin: Stop Guessing, Start Winning.

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/01/19

You’re out there busting your ass 80 hours a week, but your bank account hasn't moved in months. The truth is, you don’t have a work ethic problem - you have a third-grade math problem. In this episode, I’m breaking down the deadly confusion between markup and margin that’s causing you to leave six figures on the table every single year. Stop running a charity for your clients and start pricing like a CEO so you can finally build the life your family

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13:18

TCF1091 -Why Tim Gave Back a $50k Deposit

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/01/15

You just lost a big job and you’re acting like your whole business is cooked. Knock it off.Some of the best money you’ll ever make is the job you don’t take.In this episode, Tim and Derek break down how a $50,000 “sure thing” blew up, and what to do when a client flips the script mid-job and tries to drag you down with it.===================================================Stop letting one bad bid wreck your week.Grab The Contractor’s Code to Finally Cracking $1M - it's free - and start running a

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08:50

TCF1090: Price Like a Pro: The Real Reason Profitable...

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/01/12

Most contractors are just guessing and praying when they send a bid, and that’s why they’re broke. In this episode, Tom Reber breaks down the massive gap between "guessers" and the pros who actually stack cash. Learn the three non-negotiable pricing rules that allow you to charge premium prices, attract better clients, and finally stop stealing from your family. Stop racing to the bottom and start leading a business that actually serves your

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24:40

TCF1089: The Danger of the "Do-It-All" Mindset

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/01/08

Most contractors are just reactive, waiting for the next fire to put out. You aren't running a business; you’ve got a stressful hobby that pays occasionally. In this episode, Tim and Derek break down how to stop being the "emergency contact" for every jobsite disaster. Learn why your lack of systems is stealing time from your family and how to fall back on your training when chaos hits.============================================================Want to crack $1M in 2026?You need systems and

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06:54

TCF1088: Labor Burden: The Number That’s Bleeding You...

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/01/05

You think you’re paying a guy $25 an hour, but your bank account is paying for two people and the second one doesn't even work for you. Most contractors are stressed and underpaid because they price jobs based on wages instead of the true labor burden. In this episode, I’m stripping away the "fantasy math" and showing you how taxes, insurance, and unbillable time are choking your profit. It’s time to stop the bleeding, know your truth, and price with

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28:07

TCF1087: Stop Leading Without a Handbook

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/01/03

Most contractors treat their team like a revolving door because they refuse to build a foundation of safety and standards. Tim and Derek break down why your "shit show" operation is scaring off good talent and how an employee handbook is actually your best leadership weapon. If you're tired of being a "fog the mirror" recruiter, it’s time to stop making excuses and start building a culture that people will actually take a bullet for. Stop stealing from your family's future by running an unorganized

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11:39

TCF1086: The Wasted Years (The High Cost of...

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2025/12/29

Most contractors don’t fail because they’re lazy. They fail because they quietly drift and tolerate chaos. In this episode, Tom breaks down the 5-step checklist to ensure 2026 isn't just a repeat of the stress and "should've been further along" bullshit of last year. From deciding your profit numbers to enforcing non-negotiable standards, it’s time to stop acting like a handyman and start leading like a pro. Don't wake up next December having the same conversation with

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21:22

TCF1085: Gift Yourself a Business, Not a Hobby

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2025/12/27

You repeated the same year 19 times because you were afraid of your numbers. In this episode, Tim and Derek break down why "feeling" like you’re doing okay is a trap that keeps you stuck in a hobby instead of a business. Learn how tracking your daily operating expenses and job costing isn't just about math, it’s about the confidence to charge what you’re worth. Stop swinging the hammer like a handyman and start leading like a CEO. ============================================================You want

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07:22

TCF1084: Calm Leadership Beats Frantic Hustle

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2025/12/22

Most contractors are low-key freaking out right now because they’ve got zero control over what’s coming next.In this episode, Tom breaks down how living in uncertainty is bleeding your business dry — and how real numbers give you your backbone back. You’ll learn the only three things you actually control in this game: your cash, your inputs, and your standards.Stop reacting to problems. Start leading your business like a professional.Survival mode is over. It’s time to run this thing like you mean

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16:38

TCF1083: Be Kind or Go Broke

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2025/12/20

You hit the million-dollar mark. You went viral on the internet. You think you’re a big deal now?Check your ego at the door. It’s lying to you.Revenue doesn't mean crap if you’re a toxic boss. If you treat your team and your clients like garbage, you aren't a pro. You’re a liability.On the show today, Tim and Derek are calling you out. They’re breaking down why "being a human" is your most tactical business tool.This is about building a crew that actually wants to help you win. Stop swinging the

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46:10

TCF1082: Your Financial Playbook is Broken with Eric...

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2025/12/15

You're wondering why you're not more profitable? It's not just a mindset problem; you're running the wrong damn plays. Tom sits down with Eric Fortenberry, CEO of JobTread, to lay out the contractor business playbook —starting with the non-negotiable step of defining a specific mission and vision. Then, they break down why delaying your first hire is costing you cash, how to build a team of A-players , and why obsessing over the client experience is your best marketing. You can't win the Super Bowl

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09:47

TCF1081: The War Chest That Saves Your Team

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2025/12/13

You're looking at the schedule and there’s a gap. The crew is looking at you, wondering: What do we do now? Most contractors panic and start trading dollars for hours, clinging to the rat race. That stops here. Tim and Derek break down why an off-season isn't a crisis, but an opportunity to build a war chest and solidify trust with your team. If you're stressed about winter, you didn't charge enough, period. Learn to build that financial buffer so you can stop worrying, take care of your guys, and

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24:09

TCF1080: Your Lack of Discipline is Killing Your...

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2025/12/08

You don't have an income problem, you have anidentity problem.Stop seeing yourself as a struggling tradesman and start acting like themillion-dollar CEOyou need to become.In this episode, Tom breaks down the hard truth: you don’t rise to your goals, youfall to your identity.He shows you how your current beliefs were formed, the three massive identity upgrades you need now (from laborer toCEO, order taker toSales Pro, and survivor toMillionaire), and the exact3 stepsto upgrade your contractor

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16:30

TCF1079: When You Have Everything, You Have Nothing

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2025/12/06

Your bank account is a direct reflection of the value you’re bringing—but what if you have the money and still feel empty? This week, we tear down the lie that money solves your purpose problem. We dig into why contractors who chase the "end game" of wealth wind up struggling more than the guy fighting for his first profitable job. The struggle isn't a problem, it's the pilgrimage. You need to stop being a mess and focus on the purpose that's so damn selfish it actually lets you show up for your

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