Profit Tool Belt I Construction I Contracting I Renovations I Remodelling I Construction Business Coach Dominic Rubino
Dominic Rubino
Show overview
Profit Tool Belt I Construction I Contracting I Renovations I Remodelling I Construction Business Coach Dominic Rubino has been publishing since 2019, and across the 7 years since has built a catalogue of 305 episodes. That works out to roughly 260 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence, with the show now in its 4th season.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 39 min and 1h 4m — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. It is catalogued as a EN-language Business show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 3 days ago, with 19 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2023, with 54 episodes published. Published by Dominic Rubino.
From the publisher
Want to work smarter and earn more? The Profit Tool Belt podcast is designed for contractors who want to boost profits and take back their time. Every episode is packed with actionable ideas, expert tips, and strategies you can apply right away to grow a successful six-figure contracting business. We cover everything from business hacks to industry insights, all tailored to help contractors like you work less and achieve more. Whether you do Residential or Commercial. And if you do Reno's, Roofing, Home Building,Solar, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, landscaping, pool service, cabinetry, or beyond, this podcast is where you get the inside track. Join a community of contractors who are making more money with less stress. Follow us on Facebook @ProfitToolBelt
Latest Episodes
View all 305 episodesStop Selling Remodeling. Do This Instead.
Your Customers May Never Visit Your Website Again
It's time to look at this business differently
Legacy or Burden? What Are You Really Leaving Your Kids?
You Made a Profit... So Where Did the Money Go?
Finally! How can I stop paid ads & Still Grow
The 1 Number Every Profitable Cabinet Shop Tracks
Why Most Contractors Stay Busy... But Never Get Better Jobs
How does a Management Buyout Work?
How to lead so people will follow
Before You Buy Anything for Your Business, Watch This
The #1 Mistake Construction Owners Make With Their Office Space
How to Talk to Your Family About the Business (Without Starting a Fight)
From Cashflow and Deposit Stress to Profit Power: What Ramsey & Kiyosaki Would Tell Every Shop Owner
Be different. Solve Problems. Make Money with Wayne Feltman of Velux
The 3 Biggest Mistakes In Passing A Business To Family- Real Stories with Dominic Rubino
S4 Ep 4OSHA Audit- What do I do??? with Eric Wick
Most contractors don't ignore safety because they don't care. They ignore it because they're overloaded… and OSHA paperwork feels endless. In this episode, Dominic Rubino sits down with Eric Wick (Safety Team Technologies) to break down OSHA compliance in plain language, what triggers inspections, what auditors actually want to see, and how contractors can protect their crew and their profits with simple systems. Topics we cover: ✅ The "three-headed dragon": workers comp spikes + injury attorneys + OSHA inspections ✅ What an IIPP is (and why "having the binder" isn't enough) ✅ The real bottleneck: training + attendance tracking ✅ How automation helps foremen enforce safety without becoming professional trainers ✅ Why preventing ONE claim can pay back safety efforts many times over More about Eric Wick: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-wick-90491132a/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/safety-team-technologies/ Site: https://oursafetyteam.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
S4 Ep 2AI for Contractors: Instant Onboarding and Estimating! with Justin Dews
AI isn't replacing contractors. It's replacing wasted time. In this episode, Dominic Rubino sits down with Justin Dews to talk about how contractors are using AI for: ✅ Faster onboarding ✅ Cleaner estimating ✅ Fewer repeat questions ✅ Better use of company knowledge This isn't hype. It's practical tools that save hours every week. If you run a contracting or remodeling business, this episode will change how you think about AI. More about Justin Dews: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justindews/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pathopt/ Site: https://www.pathopt.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pathopt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pathopt1/ YouTube: @Pathopt 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 #estimating #automationforbusiness #timeefficiency #contractor #constructiontips #businessstrategy #constructionlife #contracting #scalingstrategies #ai
S4 Ep 1Why is Succession Hard?
Succession planning is one of the hardest challenges facing construction and contracting business owners, especially in family-run companies. In this episode, Dominic Rubino interviews Josh Baron, co-author of The Family Business Handbook, to break down why succession is so difficult, and how to do it right. In this episode, you'll learn: ✔️Why founders struggle to let go of control ✔️The ARC Model: Assets, Roles, and Capabilities ✔️The Four Rooms framework (Management, Board, Owner, Family) ✔️How to prepare the next generation and the outgoing leader ✔️Why avoiding conflict makes succession worse This episode is essential listening for: ✔️ Family-owned construction companies ✔️ Contractors planning an exit or transition ✔️ Owners preparing the next generation 👉 Listen to the full episode and subscribe for more contractor-focused insights. 👍 Like the video 💬 Comment below More about Josh Baron: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshbaron/ Book: https://hbr.org/2025/09/the-founders-final-act Company Website: https://banyan.global/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/banyanglobal/ YouTube Channel: @banyanglobalfba Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: https://www.cabinetmakerprofitsystem.com Profit Toolbelt: https://www.profittoolbelt.com/ Contractor Wealth System: https://www.contractorwealthsystem.com/ DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE👉 @Cabinetmakerprofitsystemcom | @profittoolbelt4527
S3 Ep 15Reinvention Journey: From Setbacks to Systems, Clarity & Freedom with Sebastien Nault
In this episode, Dominic Rubino sits down with Sebastien Nault, owner of Black Tie Property Services, to talk about reinvention, business setbacks, and the systems that helped him grow a 90-person company in the exterior maintenance and rope-access world. This episode is perfect for construction and contracting business owners who want clear steps to run a smoother, more profitable business without burning out. What You'll Learn: • How Sebastien rebuilt his life after bankruptcy • Why knowing your numbers saves your business • Hiring mistakes to avoid (and what to do instead) • Simple systems that keep the team on track • How he runs his business while traveling • Why accountability is the key to freedom • The mindset shift that changed everything More about Sebastien Nault: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sebastien-nault-3b8ab710 Company Site: https://blacktieservices.ca/ Also check out: Cabinet Maker Profit System: https://www.cabinetmakerprofitsystem.com Profit Toolbelt: https://www.profittoolbelt.com/ Contractor Wealth System: https://www.contractorwealthsystem.com/ DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE👉 @Cabinetmakerprofitsystemcom @profittoolbelt4527