The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber

11:57

The Contractor Leadership Mistake Nobody's Talking About

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/07/02

Become More: https://www..thecontractorfight.com/battleground Most contractors think their biggest leadership problem is finding good people.They're wrong.The real problem is how they respond when good people make mistakes.In this episode, we unpack one of the most overlooked leadership lessons in business: knowing when to hold people accountable...and when to give them another shot.You'll hear the true story of a $100 mistake that could have cost an employee his future—and how choosing to coach

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04:32

What to Say When They Say "We're Getting More Bids."

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/06/29

Check out THE COMMAND: https://go.thecontractorfight.com/command"We're getting a few more bids."Every contractor has heard it.Most immediately assume the homeowner is shopping for the cheapest price.That's usually not what's happening.In this episode, Tom Reber explains why getting more bids is often a sign that the homeowner is still looking for clarity not a lower price. He shares the exact question he asks to uncover what's really driving the decision and how to turn a stalled sales conversation

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14:23

Do This When You’re Frustrated With Your Team

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/06/25

Do This When You’re Frustrated With Your TeamWhen business gets hard, morale gets weird, and your team starts slipping, it’s real easy to let your frustration lead the room.That’s a mistake.In this episode, Tim and Derek talk about what contractors need to do when they’re frustrated with their team, when the business is in a low, and when they feel like snapping instead of leading. They get into the reality that leadership still starts at the top, why your people may be carrying more than you

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01:04:49

Stop Letting Marketing Companies Rob You Blind

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/06/22

Join us in Colorado: https://go.thecontractorfight.com/forgeContractors don’t just get screwed by bad marketing agencies.They get screwed because they hand over money, stop asking questions, ignore their numbers, and hope some “expert” is going to save their business.In this episode, Tom Reber sits down with Josh Osborne for a raw conversation about contractor marketing, business ownership, resilience, and why so many contractors keep getting bled dry by people who don’t understand the trades.Josh

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25:55

One Phrase...$35,000

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/06/18

Check out BATTLEGROUND: https://thecontractorfight.com/battlegroundTim and Derek get into the real numbers behind running a profitable contracting business, why most owners have no idea what their overhead actually costs them, and how that blind spot kills their confidence at the table.They share the $5,000 retainer move that locked in a $35,000 job, why scheduling for profit beats scheduling by calendar, and the uncomfortable client conversation that turned a $7,000 mistake into a $23,000

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07:36

Exactly What to Say When You Hear: "You're Too...

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/06/15

Checkout The Command: https://thecontractorfight.com/commandContractor sales training for handling price objections. If you've ever heard "you're too expensive," this video shows exactly what to say, how to uncover the real objection, and how to close more contractor jobs without discounting your price.Every contractor hears it. You spend time building rapport, inspecting the project, and putting together a professional proposal—only to hear: "You're too expensive." Most contractors immediately

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30:29

Contractor Sales Has Changed. Have You?

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/06/11

Contractor Sales Has Changed. Have You?The way homeowners buy today is different than it was just a few years ago.They're researching more. Comparing more options. Taking longer to make decisions. Visiting your website multiple times before they ever reach out. And when they do reach out, many aren't ready to buy—they're gathering information.Unfortunately, many contractors are still selling like it's 2014.In this episode, Derek and Tim discuss the real-world changes they're seeing in today's market

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05:24

AI Is the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Contractors

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/06/08

Watch This: https://youtu.be/C8Me5SpjcPY?si=CSMLN4e7FNfSvXMCEveryone is talking about how AI is going to replace jobs.Lawyers are worried.Writers are worried.Marketers are worried.Accountants are worried.Meanwhile, you're in one of the safest industries on the planet.AI can't paint a house.AI can't install a roof.AI can't build a deck.AI can't sit across from a homeowner and earn their trust.In this episode, Tom explains why AI may actually be the greatest opportunity skilled trades professionals

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16:48

He Broke His Leg on a Sunday. I Was at the Hospital...

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/06/04

============================================================ WATCH THIS VIDEO: https://youtu.be/C8Me5SpjcPY?si=pgar2FOCHlNI5E2a============================================================ When Tim's employee Zach sent him a picture of his leg at midnight, he knew something was wrong. Two broken bones, surgery scheduled, and the first thing Zach was worried about wasn't his leg. It was his job. That hit Tim hard.In this episode, Tim and Derek are recording from a hospital library while Zach is

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08:59

3 FREE Ways to Get Better Leads

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/06/03

WATCH THIS VIDEO: https://youtu.be/C8Me5SpjcPY?si=pgar2FOCHlNI5E2aMost contractors think they need more leads. They're wrong. Because bad leads create bad clients. Bad clients create low margins. Low margins create stress. And stress follows you home every night.In this video, Tom Reber shares 3 completely FREE things you can do right now to attract better leads, better clients, and more profitable jobs—without spending another dollar on marketing.You'll learn:• How to turn your Google Business

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31:55

TCF1129: What Every Contractor Mistakes for a Lead...

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/05/28

Stop trying to fix your sales process when your head isn't straight.In this episode, Tim and Derek pull back the curtain on NashVegas 2026 and look at what actually happens when contractors drop the corporate ego and show up real. We don't care about polished consultant theories here. We talk about the real mental blocks, the pressure of carrying the whole operation alone, and why you keep getting trapped in the feast-or-famine cycle.If you're tired of running a business that owns you instead of you

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07:43

TCF1128: The Busy-Season Sales System

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/05/25

You spend hours tracking down leads, burning fuel in your truck, and writing detailed proposals for homeowners who were never going to buy from you at full margin. It’s a classic trap: high close rates but your debt keeps climbing every single year.In this episode, we break down why true sales mastery isn't just reciting a script—it's about surviving under pressure. I share the story of a contractor who failed our Shin Fu black belt test seven times without making a single excuse, and why that exact

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12:25

TCF1127: The True Cost of Avoiding Hard Conversations...

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/05/21

You walk onto a job that’s already sold, the deposit is in the bank, and your crew hits an unpredicted roadblock. Something was missed in the initial walkthrough. Do you eat the cost and call it "the price of doing business," or do you face the discomfort and write a change order?In this episode, Tim and Derek break down the internal friction contractors face when asking for more money. They talk about how avoiding a 10-minute awkward conversation can lead to a thousand tiny financial cuts by the

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15:02

TCF1126: The $28K Job from Hell

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/05/18

You aren't going to get rich off a $28,000 sale if it costs you $45,000 to do the work. In this episode, I’m ripping the band-aid off my most expensive mistake from my first year in business to show you how to stop being "just over broke." I’ll walk you through the three massive errors, ignoring red flags, losing control of the process, and copying "going rates" that destroy your bank account. Learn the exact pricing formula and screening process we use to protect our margins and our

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24:30

TCF1125: The Art of Handling a Pissed Off Customer

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/05/14

Stop being a punching bag for clients who don't respect your time or your team. In this episode, Derek and Tim break down a real-world blow-up with a customer who thought yelling would get him a free pass on the rules. You’ll learn how to match energy without losing your cool, why paperwork is your best weapon in a fight, and why "the customer is always right" is a lie that’s killing your profit.============================================================For over a decade, contractors have asked us

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17:23

TCF1124: Command the Gate or Stay Broke

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/05/11

You’re out there busting your ass 60 hours a week, but your bank account is a joke because you’re selling at margins that wouldn't keep a lightbulb on. Most contractors close 30% of their leads; you need to be hitting 80% plus, or you’re just a glorified volunteer. In this episode, I’m breaking down the three moments where you’re losing control—the gate, the meeting, and the silence—and announcing the only "sales gym" built specifically for the

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11:50

TCF1123: Discipline: More Than Just Clean Shingles

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/05/07

You wouldn't let a truck engine run without oil, so why are you doing it to your body? If you’re foggy, sluggish, and neglecting your health, you aren't playing at the level your family and your business deserve. In this episode, Tim and Derek break down why physical discipline is the ultimate indicator of how you run your crew and your bank account. Stop making excuses and start checking the health box so you can dominate your market.============================================================Most

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10:49

TCF1122: The Truth About Starting a Trade Business in...

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/05/04

Most of you guys start your business because you’re good at the trade, but you’re absolute trash at the business side. You quit your job, paint a few houses for family, and then panic when the phone stops ringing. This episode is the down-and-dirty reality of what it actually takes to build a sustainable, profitable company that doesn't torpedo your life. We’re breaking down the plan, the protection, and the promotion you need to stop acting like a handyman and start being a

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21:06

TCF1121: Is Your Team Brave Enough to Tell the Truth?

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/04/30

Stop acting like a handyman and start leading like a pro. In this episode, Derek shares a nightmare story where an irrigation guy literally took a razor knife to a brand-new $75,000 pond liner. Most contractors would lose their minds, but Derek’s team used Shin-Fu communication to turn a potential lawsuit into a lifelong VIP client. We’re breaking down why your team’s character is your biggest asset and how to handle massive jobsite "fires" without burning your reputation to the

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25:07

TCF1120: 5 Old Ways to Sell vs. The Contractor Fight Way

The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber ·

2026/04/27

You’re stealing time and money from your family because you’re still selling like it’s 1995. Stop chasing every tire-kicker with a pulse and start commanding your calendar. In this episode, I’m breaking down the 5 old ways of selling that act like friendly fire to your business and showing you The Contractor Fight way to win.============================================================Ready to stop being everyone's little bh?* Grab "The Contractor's Code to Finally Cracking $1M" and learn to price

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