Creating successful client interactions is a crucial aspect of your contracting business, especially when it comes to building strong client relationships and closing sales! Tim and Derek are here to talk to you about structuring your initial client interaction and share their processes for getting potential clients on the phone to start the sales conversation.    In this episode, they discuss: Five steps in the Shin-Fu process for getting clients on the phone and how they can be used How to get potential clients to send you their phone number Nurturing vs. haunting, information gathering, and asking for the sale Tips for turning chance interactions into longer-term relationships Shifting from selling to giving information Story of Derek’s impromptu cold call that led to a conversation and potential future work Tim’s approach to soliciting work and building relationships Focusing on building relationships that could turn into future leads or referrals   Resources: The Mile High Profit Summit isn't your typical boring contractor conference. Our speakers are experts who will keep you engaged with valuable tips and tricks that will immediately impact your bottom line. You can say goodbye to boredom and welcome actionable insights to help you skyrocket your profits!   Visit http://MileHighProfitSummit.com and join us in Denver this September.   ? You didn’t become a contractor to struggle financially. Download our worksheet and start calculating a 50% gross profit on every job. It’s time to get your shit together! https://thecontractorfight.com/50/    ? Grab your copy of our FREE Contractors Guide to Spotting Cheap Prospects here: https://thecontractorfight.com/cheap    == Join us in BATTLEGROUND == Everything your contracting business needs in one comprehensive program with three main focus areas: Leadership, Communication, and Numbers. For more info, check out: https://TheContractorFight.com/Battleground    == Get your questions answered and connect with other contractors building stronger businesses in The Contractor Fight: https://thecontractorfight.com/facebook    == Grab the Gear == https://gear.thecontractorfight.com/    == Find Us on Social Media == YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomReber  Instagram: https://thecontractorfight.com/ig    == Rate the Podcast == Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review!  Apple Podcasts   Spotify