If you could go back to your first 30 days on Thumbtack, what would you do differently?

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Think back to when you first started using Thumbtack.

You were probably figuring out your profile, deciding which services to offer, setting your budget, and learning how to respond to customers.

Looking back, is there something you wish you had done differently?

We came across a few experienced pros sharing what they learned during their first month.

It's a good reminder that getting started on Thumbtack is about more than creating a profile. It's about understanding the tools available, learning from other pros, and finding an approach that works for your business.

If you were starting over, here are a few things worth doing early

Your profile brings together your services, project photos, customer reviews, and business experience. Customers can also see trust signals like your hiring history, your background check, your licensing where applicable, and your Top Pro recognition when you've earned it, including recognition across multiple years.

In today's digital world, these details matter. A potential customer who discovers you through social media or word of mouth can visit your profile and see feedback from people who have actually hired you. And unlike a static testimonial graphic, your Thumbtack reviews can continue growing as customers share their experiences.

You can use social media, referrals, and Thumbtack together as part of your marketing strategy. Each helps customers discover or evaluate your business in a different way.

Sometimes, it's the small things, like sharing your profile link or asking for one more review, that help create bigger opportunities over time.

Now we'd love to hear from you

Experienced pros, if you could go back to your first 30 days on Thumbtack, what's ONE thing you would do differently? Would you focus more on your profile, learn the platform tools sooner, join mentorship sessions, or approach your first leads differently?

Newer pros, what's one thing you're still trying to figure out?

Drop your advice or questions in the comments. Let's help newer pros get off to a stronger start!