Profit Tool Belt

Most contractors hate selling — but it's not about scripts or pressure. It's about service. In this episode, Dominic Rubino sits down with Sam Wakefield, sales coach and host of Close It Now, to talk about how to sell without selling. Sam started as an HVAC installer before nearly dying in a hot attic — literally. That near-death moment sent him on a mission to learn how to sell through conversation, not manipulation. What you'll learn in this episode: How to ask better questions that reveal the "why now" moment Why people buy when they feel safe — not when they're pressured How to replace "Are you interested?" with "Are you open?" How curiosity beats closing tactics every time Why serving at the highest level is selling If you hate "sales," this episode will make you rethink everything. More about Sam Wakefield: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/closeitnow/ Close It Now: https://www.closeitnow.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samuel.l.wakefield/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealcloseitnow/ SUBSCRIBE NOW: @Cabinetmakerprofitsystemcom @profittoolbelt4527 Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: https://www.cabinetmakerprofitsystem.com Profit Toolbelt: https://www.profittoolbelt.com/ Contractor Wealth System: https://www.contractorwealthsystem.com/

In this episode, Dominic Rubino chats with Ashley Stuckless—civil contractor, engineer, and founder of High BC Hunting—about how to balance construction business ownership, family life, and high-performance backcountry adventures. If you're a contractor who wants time for family, hunting, or just peace of mind, this episode is for you. 🔑 What We Cover: 1. Why work-life balance is a discipline, not a dream 2. Using family calendars and mental "credit systems" 3. Training and prepping for 10-day solo sheep hunts 4. What hunting teaches us about business leadership 5. Lean productivity lessons from editing 100-hour videos into 25 minutes 6. How passion projects can fuel business growth 📌 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more tools, strategies, and interviews made for contractors like you. More about Ashley Stuckless: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-stuckless-99657291/ High BC YouTube: @highbchunting⁩ Website: https://highbc.ca/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/high_bc_hunting/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/highbchunting/ SUBSCRIBE NOW: ​ ⁨@Cabinetmakerprofitsystemcom⁩ ⁨@profittoolbelt4527⁩ Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: https://www.cabinetmakerprofitsystem.com Profit Toolbelt: https://www.profittoolbelt.com/ Contractor Wealth System: https://www.contractorwealthsystem.com

If you've ever wondered why you're working harder but not keeping more money, this episode is for you. Dominic Rubino sits down with Adam Sylvester (Charlottesville Gutter Pros & Charlottesville Lawn Care) to break down the 'Go Back Report'—a tool that uncovers the true cost of rework, callbacks, and discounts in a contracting business. In this episode, we cover: 1. How to calculate the true cost of a callback 2. Why giving a "simple" 10% discount can kill your profit 3. What recurring revenue does for cash flow 4. Why you must stop competing with low-ball contractors 5. How to use logic and numbers to make better business decisions 🔔 Subscribe for more simple systems to grow your trades business and get your life back. 👍 Like this episode, drop a comment, and share with another contractor who needs it. More about Adam Sylvester: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-sylvester-72b64350/ Charlottesville Lawn Care: https://cvillelawncare.com/ Charlottesville Gutter Pros: https://cvillegutterpros.com/ SUBSCRIBE NOW: @Cabinetmakerprofitsystemcom @profittoolbelt4527 Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: https://www.cabinetmakerprofitsystem.com Profit Toolbelt: https://www.profittoolbelt.com/ Contractor Wealth System: https://www.contractorwealthsystem.com/ #contractorbusiness #constructionbusiness #tradesbusiness #jobcosting #contractortips #constructionsuccess #contractortips #constructionleadership #contracting

Want to work fewer hours without sacrificing income? In this episode of Profit Toolbelt, Dominic Rubino reveals how top contractors are making that happen through smarter systems, better leadership, and fixing hidden profit leaks. What You'll Learn: 1. The "10-hour workweek" mindset shift every owner needs 2. How to manage systems instead of touching the tools 3. Simple SOPs that make jobs run smoother 4. Finding and fixing 8 hidden profit leaks in your business 5. Why billing for all your time changes everything 6. Foreman training that frees you up for higher-value work Watch now and start building a business that runs without you on-site every day. FOLLOW 👉 @Cabinetmakerprofitsystemcom @profittoolbelt4527 Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: https://www.cabinetmakerprofitsystem.com Profit Toolbelt: https://www.profittoolbelt.com/ Contractor Wealth System: https://www.contractorwealthsystem.com/ #contractors #growthstrategy #constructionmanagement #constructionbusiness #contracting #contractortips #constructionleadership #tradesmen #smallbusinesstips #foreman

How do you grow your business from $1.8M to $5M — and get your life back in the process? In this episode of the Profit Tool Belt show, Dominic Rubino breaks down a real case study of a kitchen renovator who transformed his business using smart systems, job tracking, and a new mindset. It's practical. It's doable. And it could be you next. 🎯 What You'll Learn: 1. How Bob the Builder shifted from chaos to control 2. Why job costing and time tracking saved $60K 3. The estimator mistake that cost 14 months of growth 4. Tools used: Go Back Calculator, Estimator SOP, Foreman Training, Strategic Plan 5. The 8 Profit Leaks killing contractor profits (and how to fix them) 📌 Follow for more no-nonsense advice to grow your contracting business 👍 Like this video if it hit home 💬 Comment: What's your biggest business bottleneck right now? FOLLOW 👉 ⁨@Cabinetmakerprofitsystemcom⁩ ⁨@profittoolbelt4527⁩ Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: https://www.cabinetmakerprofitsystem.com Profit Toolbelt: https://www.profittoolbelt.com/ Contractor Wealth System: https://www.contractorwealthsystem.com/ #contractors #growthstrategy #constructionmanagement #constructionbusiness #contracting #abundancemindset #constructionleadership #businessownertips #tradesmen #jobcosting

In this engaging discussion, Robert Whittaker, the owner of Magnolia Fence and Patio and Purple Coaching, shares his journey from humble beginnings to leading an 8-figure business. He emphasizes the importance of an abundance mindset and servant leadership for contractors aiming for growth. Robert reveals why many contractors plateau and offers actionable strategies to overcome these challenges. He also highlights how giving back can fuel business growth and create a lasting legacy, all while embracing a mindset shift from technician to business owner.

In this episode, Dominic Rubino sits down with Chaz Wolfe — a successful entrepreneur and founder of Gathering The Kings — to discuss how construction business owners can adopt a strategic mindset that encourages growth without overextending themselves. 🎯 Whether you're trimming costs or scaling your team, this episode gives practical advice on how to lead with vision and clarity. Topics Covered: 🔹What an abundance mindset really means 🔹Signs you're thinking too small 🔹Strategic delegation and time-blocking 🔹How to track the right KPIs 🔹Why many owners stay stuck at 6 figures 🔹How to choose the right mentors 💬 Drop a comment with your biggest takeaway. 👍 Like this video 🔔 Subscribe for more content like this every week! More about Chaz Wolfe: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chaz-wolfe-86767054/ Website: https://www.chazwolfe.com/ Company Website: https://gatheringthekings.com/ YouTube Channel: ‪ @gatheringthekings FOLLOW 👉 ‪‪‪‪ @Cabinetmakerprofitsystemcom ‪‪ @profittoolbelt4527 Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: https://www.cabinetmakerprofitsystem.com Profit Toolbelt: https://www.profittoolbelt.com/ Contractor Wealth System: https://www.contractorwealthsystem.com/ #abundancemindset #leanproduction #growthmindset #growthstrategy #constructionmanagement #constructionmanagement #tradesmen #generalcontractor #mentorship #delegation

If you're a contractor or trades business owner struggling to find more hours in your day — this episode is your game-changer. Dominic Rubino sat down with Cameron Herold—Keynote Speaker, Entrepreneurial Mentor, and Founder of COO Alliance—to uncover the most effective time management strategies for contractors in 2025. Whether you run a cabinetry shop, an HVAC business, or you're a general contractor juggling too many hats — this episode will help you simplify, streamline, and take control. What you'll learn: 1️⃣ Why contractors MUST treat their calendar like a to-do list 2️⃣ The power of a 3-year "vivid vision" for business clarity 3️⃣ How to delegate, outsource, and protect your most valuable asset: time 4️⃣ Tips for avoiding burnout and growing a business that doesn't own you 🎧 Hit play now! Guest Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronherold/?originalSubdomain=ca Website: https://cameronherold.com/ Company Website: https://cooalliance.com/ YouTube Channel: @secondincommandpodcast FOLLOW 👉 ‪‪‪ @Cabinetmakerprofitsystemcom ⁨@profittoolbelt4527⁩ Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: https://www.cabinetmakerprofitsystem.com Profit Toolbelt: https://www.profittoolbelt.com/ Contractor Wealth System: https://www.contractorwealthsystem.com/ #TimeManagement #Delegation #ContractorLife #businessgrowth #Efficiency

Why do some contractors build multi-generation wealth, while others stay stuck working long hours for little profit? It all comes down to mindset, strategy, and systems. In this episode, Dominic Rubino down 5 key principles that separate struggling contractors from those who create lasting wealth: 📌 Topics Covered: ✔️ Why "thinking like a general" helps you avoid chaos ✔️ The simple tasks wealthy contractors do that others won't ✔️ How to build a business that runs without you ✔️ The smartest ways to invest business profits for long-term wealth ✔️ How to hire and retain the right people for growth ✅ If you're tired of grinding and want a proven roadmap to business success, this episode is for you. 🔥 Don't forget to: 👍 Like this video 💬 Drop a comment on your biggest business challenge 📢 Subscribe for more real-world contractor business tips FOLLOW 👉 ‪‪ ⁨@Cabinetmakerprofitsystemcom⁩ ‪ ⁨@profittoolbelt4527⁩ Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: https://www.cabinetmakerprofitsystem.com Profit Toolbelt: https://www.profittoolbelt.com/ Contractor Wealth System: https://www.contractorwealthsystem.com/ #wealthbuilding #contractorsuccess #trades #constructionmanagement #growthmindset #growthstrategy

Are you losing out on major contracts because of avoidable mistakes? In this episode of Profit Tool Belt, Dominic Rubino is joined by Steve Hearon from BrandPoint Serivces to uncover the biggest mistakes subcontractors make that cost them contracts. Whether you're looking to land bigger jobs or improve your business operations, this episode is packed with actionable advice. 🔹 The #1 mistake subcontractors make (and how to fix it) 🔹 The role of transparency & communication in winning contracts 🔹 Cash flow strategies for managing large projects 🔹 The importance of proper invoicing & documentation Leave a comment & share your thoughts! Guest Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-hearon-a68681a/ Website: https://brandpointservices.com/ YouTube Channel: ‪ @brandpointservices498 FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE 👉‪ @Cabinetmakerprofitsystemcom @profittoolbelt4527 Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: https://www.cabinetmakerprofitsystem.com Profit Toolbelt: https://www.profittoolbelt.com/ Contractor Wealth System: https://www.contractorwealthsystem.com/ #contractortips #constructionbusiness #generalcontractor #tradesmen #businessgrowth