Cabinet Maker Profit System Podcast

Foreman training that actually works—just 1% at a time. In this episode of the Cabinet Maker Profit System, Dominic Rubino connects James Clear’s Atomic Habits with life on the shop floor. Success doesn’t come from yelling louder or working longer—it comes from repeatable systems that make your foreman better every week. You'll hear: 🔹 How 1% improvements in leadership add up fast 🔹 A foreman who finally made it home for dinner 🔹 Why yelling doesn't equal accountability 🔹 How one shop slashed rework in half If you run a cabinet shop, millwork company, or lead a trades team—this one’s for you. 📲 Text “Foreman Training” to 315-903-7853 to learn more. 👍 Like and subscribe 💬 Drop a comment: What habits do you think would change your team the most? FOLLOW 👉   Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: https://www.cabinetmakerprofitsystem.com Profit Toolbelt: https://www.profittoolbelt.com/ Contractor Wealth System: https://www.contractorwealthsystem.com/ #atomichabits #jamesclear #tradesmen #woodshop #contractortips #woodworking #habitstacking #woodworkingcommunity #furnituremaking #cabinetdesign

In this episode of the Cabinet Maker Profit System show, Dominic Rubino interviews Katie Smith from Wild Path Consulting, who shares why marketing isn’t about selling — it’s about building real connections with your best customers. Katie’s unique perspective, shaped by her time as a wilderness guide, will help you rethink how to approach marketing in your construction business. Key Topics Covered: 1️⃣ How to define your ideal customer and avoid wasting time and money 2️⃣ Why marketing isn’t just about ads — it’s about showing up and serving 3️⃣ Real-world examples of contractors making marketing work without being flashy 4️⃣ Tips for staying authentic and community-focused in your marketing 🎧 Tune in and subscribe for more real talk about growing your cabinetry or millwork business! 💬 Leave a comment to share your thoughts or how you’re marketing to your ideal clients! More about Katie Smith: LinkedIn: Wild Path Consulting: FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE 👉 Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: Profit Toolbelt: Contractor Wealth System: #constructionmarketing #contractormarketing #marketingstrategy #contractorlife #marketingtips #cabinetry #millwork #tradesbusiness

In this episode of the Cabinet Maker Profit System show, host Dominic Rubino sits down with Chip Tighe of Organizers Direct Industries to unpack the three proven paths into the closet and home organization industry: 👷‍♂️ Whether you’re a contractor, cabinet maker, or millwork shop owner — there’s a model that fits your goals, margins, and risk tolerance. Topics Covered: 🔹 DIY vs Franchise vs Distributorship: What’s best for you? 🔹 Custom storage solutions that sell (and why clients pay more) 🔹 Real-life project stories — including a $300K closet build 🔹 How to run lean and still earn high margins 🔹 Avoiding callbacks through smart design and installs 📣 Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more episodes on building a better cabinetry business! More about Chip: LinkedIn: Organizers Direct Industries: FOLLOW 👉   Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: Profit Toolbelt: Contractor Wealth System: #cabinetry #cabinetmaking #businessmodel #distributorship #homeorganization #closetdesign #customcabinets #constructionbusiness #franchise

In this episode of the Cabinet Maker Profit System, host Dominic Rubino talks with Clint Padgett, a project management veteran whose clients include Coca-Cola at the Olympics and FIFA World Cup. But don’t worry — the lessons he shares aren’t just for mega-corporations. They’re built for your shop too. Whether you’re managing installs, renovations, or entire builds, this conversation will help you: ➡️ Replace confusion with clear, confident planning ➡️ Build real accountability in your PM team ➡️ Avoid the biggest time-wasters in construction project management ➡️ Train new PMs to talk (not just text) ➡️ Use conversations to prevent disasters and scope creep Follow us for more straight-talking business advice for trades pros. And don’t forget to share it with someone who needs to hear it. More about Clint: Website: Project Success Inc: The Conversation with Clinton M. Padgett: FOLLOW 👉   Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: Profit Toolbelt: Contractor Wealth System: #ProjectManagement #ProjectPlanning  #Millwork #CabinetMaking #WoodworkingBusiness #CabinetDesign #FurnitureMaking #woodworking #woodworkingcommunity #businesstips

Dominic Rubino interviews Phil McGilvray—finance coach and founder of Grandma’s Jars—who helps construction business owners understand why profit doesn’t always equal cash in the bank. 🎯 Topics Covered: ➡️ The 5 simple numbers you MUST track to understand your cashflow ➡️ Why most business owners aren’t actually paying themselves properly ➡️ How to build a financially stable business—even with debt ➡️ The secret to getting out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle ➡️ Real-world advice for raising your rates and cutting waste If you're in cabinetry, millwork, or any trade-based business, you can't afford to miss this episode. 👍 Like, subscribe, and drop a comment if this helped you! More about Phil: Website: Grandma’s Jars: The Cashflow Fix by Phil McGilvray: FOLLOW 👉   Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: Profit Toolbelt: Contractor Wealth System: #cashflow #profitability #Millwork #CabinetMaking #WoodworkingBusiness #CabinetDesign #FurnitureMaking #woodworking #woodworkingcommunity #businesstips

In this episode, host Dominic Rubino sits down with Profit First author Mike Michalowicz to tackle the money mistakes most trades business owners are making—and how to fix them. If you're a contractor living off deposits, undercharging, or barely scraping by, this episode is for you. Topics Covered: 👉 The Profit First method for contractors 👉 How profit can actually fuel growth 👉 Why your pricing might be too low 👉 Real-life turnarounds from the brink 📖 Mike’s new personal finance book: The Money Habit 💬 Drop your biggest takeaway in the comments! 📣 Share this episode with a contractor who needs to hear it More about Mike: LinkedIn: Website: Profit First Professionals:  FOLLOW 👉     Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: Profit Toolbelt: Contractor Wealth System: #moneytalks #profitfirst #Millwork #CabinetMaking #WoodworkingBusiness #CustomCabinetry #CabinetDesign #FurnitureMaking #woodworking #woodworkingcommunity #constructionbusiness

Thinking about bidding on bonded jobs? Learn what surety bonds REALLY mean for your business. In this episode, Dominic Rubino interviews Matthew Snowden of The Mahoney Group, an experienced surety bond advisor. They cover what a bond actually guarantees, how to qualify, the risks of not being prepared, and how bonding can level up your business. Topics Covered: 🔹 What’s a surety bond? (It’s not insurance) 🔹 How bonding lets you bid bigger jobs 🔹 The financials you need to qualify 🔹 What happens when a bond goes sideways 🔹 Strategies to use bonds as a profit tool 📲 Don’t forget to follow us! Guest Links: LinkedIn: Website: FOLLOW 👉   Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: Profit Toolbelt: Contractor Wealth System: #SuretyBonds #MillworkSuccess #Millwork #CabinetMaking #WoodworkingBusiness #CustomCabinetry #CabinetDesign #FurnitureMaking #woodworking #woodworkingcommunity #constructionbusiness

Most contractors don’t realize how much business they’re losing because of a bad website. Sam Natello, a digital marketing expert who dominates the fencing industry, breaks down what your site needs to do to get leads—and why Google’s ignoring you. We’re talking trust, SEO, team size, reviews, and simple fixes you can start today. If you want your shop to work less and earn more, this episode is for you. 🎧 Subscribe for more no-BS tips on growing your business. Guest Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samnatello/ Website: https://www.natello.com/ 👉 Grab Sam's free Digital Health Report: dotcomglobalmedia.com 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/ #SEO #DigitalMarketing #GoogleReviews #cabinetmaking #WoodworkingBusiness #CustomCabinetry #CabinetDesign #FurnitureMaking #WoodworkingCommunity

📣 Foreman 101 Training is BACK—and better than ever. If you're a shop owner in cabinetry, millwork, or closets, and you’ve got foremen, shop leads, or department heads... this episode is for you. 👉 Wondering if you’ve ever really trained your foreman to lead? 👉 Tired of the same problems popping up on the floor? 👉 Want a crew that runs tight, communicates clearly, and solves problems without you? We’ve rebuilt the Foreman 101 training from the ground up with tools, scripts, checklists, and science-backed leadership strategies. And it all starts with a free 30-minute information call. 📲 Text “Foreman” to 315-903-7853 to get your invite to the upcoming info call. This training isn’t theory. It’s built from 25 years of coaching and input from top-performing shop owners and their actual foremen. 🔗 Want in? Start with the info call → Text “Foreman” to 315-903-7853. #foreman #cabinetmaking #woodworkingcommunity #customcabinetry #cabinetdesign #furnituremaking #woodshop #cabinetry #leadershipskills

How do some cabinetmakers grow multi-million-dollar businesses while others stay stuck in survival mode? It’s not just hard work—it’s about thinking and operating differently. In this episode, Dominic Rubino breaks down 5 key principles that separate struggling shop owners from those who create wealth and financial freedom. 📌 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:  ✔️ The difference between owning a shop vs. owning a business  ✔️ How to stop guessing and master job costing & pricing  ✔️ The secret to hiring & keeping the right employees  ✔️ How to build wealth beyond just selling cabinets  ✔️ The mindset shift every shop owner needs to make 🔔 If you want to grow your shop and make it run without you, this episode is a must-listen. 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 #cabinetmaker #growthmindset #growthstrategy