Marketing is the lifeblood of your business—without leads, you don’t have sales, and without sales, you don’t have a business. In this episode, Tom shares exactly how to market your brand-new contracting business without a big budget or fancy tools. Whether you're just getting started or trying to restart with the right foundation, these four actionable strategies will set you on the right path.

In this episode, Tom discusses:

• [00:00] Why no leads = no business—and how that reality fuels your success
• [00:21] Tom’s story as an “accidental contractor” and how that shaped his marketing mindset
• [01:16] The #1 focus for new contractors in their first 3 years
• [01:29] Strategy 1: Local networking – the power of building real-world relationships and referrals
• [03:10] Strategy 2: Social media – leveraging free platforms to create visibility and trust
• [04:45] Strategy 3: Neighborhood domination – boots-on-the-ground methods to stay top of mind
• [06:20] Strategy 4: Content and website – why your site is one of your most valuable tools
• [07:46] A reminder to invest wisely: equipment vs. a website
• [08:04] Marketing resource and how to take your strategy even further

Links from the episode:

• The Marketing System for Contractors – LEADS ON DEMAND

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