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These are the stories about pros who made Thumbtack work for them.

Pro Interviews · Ricky · Photo Booth Rental

From Out of Work to Earning Six-Figures in a Little Over a Year

"I credit everything to Thumbtack. It’s easily 99 percent of my business."

Pro Tips

Secrets of Top Pro Marketers on Thumbtack

“Really focus on your profile. As a user, seeing people’s work is so important.”

Pro Tips

Top Pro Secrets for Finding Your Pricing Sweet Spot

“Be simple, yet specific. People want to know what they are getting for their money.”

Pro Interviews · Daria · Therapist

I Bet My Future on Thumbtack and It Paid Off

"I get a lot of clients that I wouldn’t have found any other way."

Unexpected opportunity.

Richard - Photographer

Pro Interviews · Christopher · Personal Training

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Most of My New Business Comes from Thumbtack

"At least 70 percent of my new business in the last two years came from Thumbtack."

Pro Tips

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The Art of Following Up

“Make sure you’re following up and treating it as a relationship, not simply a job.”

The magic of referrals.

Bonnie - Teacher

Pro Interviews · Rosa and Ian · Bartending

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From Cold Calling to Mixing the Perfect Quote

"Between 50 and 70 percent of our business comes to us from Thumbtack."

Pro Interviews · Baron · Personal Training

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How I Built a Growing Personal Training Business on Thumbtack

"Even the bulk of our referrals are connected to clients we found on Thumbtack."

Pro Interviews · JaNae · Bartending

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Turning a Side Project into a Thriving Business

"Success is defined by how much you put into it."

Pro Tips

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The Key to Writing Winning Quotes

"You need to address the customer directly and thank them for the opportunity."

Pro Tips

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What Customers Really Want: 4 Secrets to Getting Hired on Thumbtack

"The reviews on Thumbtack are honest and that helps me a lot."

Pro Interviews · Jonathan · Photo Booth Rental

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From Laid Off To Living The American Dream with Thumbtack

"Last year we were hired 239 times on Thumbtack and each job paid around $950."

Pro Interviews · Elijah · Personal Training

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From Student To Studio Owner In Less Than A Year

"Thumbtack was where I found 100 percent of my clients that first year."

Pro Tips

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Set Your Preferences to Win More Business

"The key to success is understanding our prospective clients."

Pro Interviews · Paul and Stephanie · Catering

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Building a Top-Rated Business on Thumbtack

"Take advantage of what Thumbtack has to offer."

Pro Interviews · Shane · Plumbing

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Most of Our High Revenue Remodel Calls Are from Thumbtack

"One of the first jobs I landed through Thumbtack was over $6,000."

Pro Interviews · Rachel · Photography

Thumbtack Delivers 50 Percent of My Clients

"The client is waiting for you to ask for more information."

Pro Interviews · Garrett · Painting

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10X the Results with Thumbtack

"In the last year, Thumbtack has supplemented my gross volume by nearly $120,000."

Pro Tips

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The Key to Winning Great Reviews

“When you mark yourself as hired, the client gets asked for a review right away.”

Pro Interviews · kaitlyn · personal training

I Get to Do What I Love Because of Thumbtack

"I'm not sure I would have stayed in business if I hadn't found Thumbtack."

Pro Interviews · Jennifer · Personal Training

How to Build a Loyal Customer Base

"Thumbtack is a more credible resource for customers looking for qualified professionals."

Pro Tips

Thumbtack’s Top Tips for Women in the Side Hustle

“People won’t always pick the cheapest quote. Help them see your worth.”

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