In today’s digital world, it is easy to communicate through text or email and avoid verbal, face-to-face communication. But are you really communicating? Tim and Derek are here to remind us there’s no substitute for the power of the human voice. They discuss the importance of effective communication and the value of verbal communication over text and email. In this episode, they discuss: The challenges of relying solely on text/email communicationThe role of tone and body language in communication and how they can be lost in written messagesPreferring phone calls to have meaningful conversations and make people feel heard70:30 rule in communication — let the other person talk 70% of the time, and you only speak 30%The importance of addressing issues directly and not hiding behind technology Resources: ==Contractor Growth Network: https://www.contractorgrowthnetwork.com/  == Get the Freedom Bundle (Nail Your Numbers course + Shin-Fu Sales training) for $248 (Save $100) https://thecontractorfight.com/freedom/  💰 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