Pro Interviews
Find the Thing You Love Most and Do It
"No matter what you do, whether it’s roofing or yoga or massage, think of yourself as a salesperson too. "
Pro Interviews
We dive deep with one pro to learn about their business and how they’ve succeeded on Thumbtack.
Pro Interviews
I’m Only a Step Away From Helping People Achieve Their Dreams
"Thumbtack taught me that being the greatest player doesn’t make you the greatest teacher or networker."
Instant Book
When I Started Using Thumbtack, It Was Like Something Clicked
"Now that I connect with a customer for the first time when they reach out, I really focus on following up."
Instant Book
Finding My Pricing Sweet Spot
"I kept experimenting with my prices to find what worked. As I’ve gotten busier, I’ve raised my rates."
Pro Interviews
Turning My Passion Into My Profession
"Anyone in a visual field should have pictures in their profile. They speak without words."
Pro Interviews
How I Found Small Business Success in Less Than a Year
"I consulted a friend of mine who taught yoga. The only advice that worked was Thumbtack."
Pro Interviews
How I Reinvented Myself As a Successful Business Owner
“I had to figure out how to make ends meet in the heart of the downturn.”
Pro Interviews
How Thumbtack Helped Double My Accounting Business
"I worked with an NFL coach who found us on Thumbtack. Still pretty shocked about it."
Pro Interviews
Using My Hands and Living My Dream
"People love to hire a small business."
Pro Interviews
Turning My Passion Into a Career
"As much as my students learn from me, I learn from them."
Instant Book · John · Massage Therapist
How I Built a High Quality, Low-Stress Business with Thumbtack
Always give the customer more than they asked for or might have expected.
Pro Interviews
Build Your Business with a Better Profile
Build a better profile. These 3 pros did.
Pro Interviews · Teri · Photographer
Reflections On Becoming A Soldier Entrepreneur
Photographer Teri Young shares her story of becoming a soldier entrepreneur.
Instant Book · Steve · Photographer
My Thumbtack Profile Is My Business Storefront
"Customer service starts the second you approach a potential lead."
Instant Book · Paige · House Cleaner
I Employ a Team of Incredible Women
"Follow up with your estimates, customers and employees. It makes a huge difference for your company."
Instant Book · Anna · House Cleaner
Winning More Jobs and Growing My Team
"Instant Match has freed me up to do more for my business instead of agonizing over each and every quote."
Instant Book · Alexander · Massage Therapy
Thumbtack Lets Me Focus On the Work I Do Best
"Now I can focus on the people who have already taken an interest in my service."
Instant Book · Maasha · DJ
Thumbtack Is One of the Best-Kept Secrets for DJs
"I make an effort to get reviews from everybody that I work with."
Instant Book · Steve · Massage Therapy
Customer Service Is Key to Building Our Business
"If I’m what someone is looking for, they’re going to contact me."
Instant Book · David · House Cleaning
Thumbtack Has Made a Night and Day Difference in My Business
"I was skeptical for a while. But once I turned on Instant Match, I didn't look back."