The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber

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 power.

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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 mess.

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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 yourself.

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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.

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You want to crack $1M? You need systems and processes that eliminate the fear of the off-season and guarantee cash flow. Learn the Contractor's Code to dominate your market.

GET THE COURSE. STOP PANICKING.

Contractor's Code to Cracking $1M → https://thecontractorfight.com/code

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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 it.

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