#388: The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber: Helping People in the Trades Enjoy Work & Build a Business that Serves Them

Tom Reber shares his rich experience and visionary approach towards transforming the trades industry. With a background deeply rooted in contracting, Tom passionately discusses the need to elevate the perception of trades from a fallback option to a respected and lucrative career choice.   THREE BIG IDEAS FROM THE INTERVIEW: Mission and Passion: Tom is dedicated to changing the narrative around trades. He believes in eradicating mediocrity in personal and professional life, emphasizing that trades should not be seen as a fallback but a worthy career choice. Value of Trades: Tom discusses the financial aspects of the trades. He highlights the importance of understanding business finance, advocating for contractors to recognize their worth and charge appropriately. Mental Battle: The episode delves into the psychological challenges in the contracting world, addressing issues like self-doubt and the significance of positive self-perception in professional success.   ABOUT TOM: Tom Reber is a performance coach, HGTV host, and the founder of The Contractor Fight, a global organization that has transformed the lives and businesses of hundreds of thousands of home improvement contractors worldwide. With over 11 years of experience in the industry, Tom is a trusted advisor and mentor for business owners, CEOs, and sales teams, empowering them to sell unafraid, build stronger teams, and skyrocket profits. Tom's impact goes beyond the stage. He delivers electrifying keynotes, transformative workshops, and game-changing boot camps that leave audiences in awe. His message is relevant, powerful, and authentic, blending hard-hitting reality with practical, boots-on-the-ground advice. Tom is also a proud United States Marine Corps veteran, a tequila connoisseur, and a kettlebell enthusiast. He lives in the beautiful city of Colorado Springs, CO, where he continues to ignite the flames of success for individuals and organizations worldwide.   INTENTIONAL GROWTH™ RESOURCES: Intentional Growth™ Podcast Archives: Archive of 367+ episodes and counting. Get access to the entire library HERE. We'll be adding a searchable tagging feature later on this year.  IG Financial Scorecard: Get your Intentional Growth™ Score that grades you on how well you are viewing - and running your business like a financial asset. Get your results and 5 case study videos HERE. Intentional Growth™ Academy: 71 Videos, 9.5 hours of content, 20+ exercises. $995 for subscribers [normally $1,495] <a href="https://intentional-growth-academy.mn.co/plans/304231?bundle_token=4b8b10