TCF1039: Step on the Gas (Discipline Over Excuses)

Jul 10, 2025

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We’re halfway through the year, and Tom isn’t holding back. In this fire-filled solo episode, he delivers the tough love contractors need to hear to stop coasting and start dominating. If you want to avoid a disappointing year-end with no cash, no momentum, and plenty of regret, now is the time to step on the gas. Tom breaks down why most contractors are stuck—and what they can do to break free and finish the year strong.

In this episode, Tom discusses:

[00:00] Harsh reality check for the second half of the year
[01:14] The #1 reason your business is stuck: lack of discipline
[01:48] How comfort is the enemy of progress
[02:51] Why Q3—not Q4—is the time to go all in
[03:21] Debunking the "too busy" excuse and reclaiming your time
[04:02] Building a team to scale your business beyond yourself
[04:53] Calling out hypocritical leadership and poor culture
[05:18] How to build a network from scratch
[06:17] Turning wasted time into ROI-driving activities
[06:37] Discipline and commitment over motivation
[07:25] Why this is “separation season” for contractors
[08:08] Building a strong accountability network
[09:24] Choosing discomfort and effort over the easy path
[09:42] Action Step #1: Role-play sales consistently
[10:42] Action Step #2: Surround yourself with local winners
[11:00] Action Step #3: Get a real accountability partner
[11:30] Action Step #4: Build a magnetic and effective sales system
[12:22] Stop settling for “good enough”—despise mediocrity
[13:21] How to get more leads and sales with Sales Accelerator

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