Work Less, Earn More—How Other guys are doing it

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Work Less, Earn More—How Other guys are doing it

Most contractors are stuck working long hours just to keep the wheels turning. But it doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode of Profit Toolbelt, Dominic Rubino shares real strategies top construction business owners use to cut hours, increase profits, and run companies that thrive without them on-site.

Shift Your Mindset from Tradesperson to Business Owner

The first step is seeing yourself as a businessperson who happens to work in the trades. That mindset shift changes how you use your time, make decisions, and lead your team.

Stop Touching the Tools — Manage Systems Instead

Top contractors don’t spend their days swinging a hammer. Instead, they:

  • Build systems (SOPs) to keep jobs running smoothly
  • Use daily numbers to monitor performance
  • Clearly define roles so everyone knows their lane

Train Foremen to Lead, Not Just Build

A skilled foreman can run a crew without calling you every hour — but only if they have leadership training. Giving your foremen the right tools lets you focus on higher-level decisions.

Find and Fix Hidden Profit Leaks

You might be losing thousands to unbilled time and undercharging for your expertise. Dominic shares his 8 Profit Leaks checklist to help contractors spot and plug these gaps fast.

Choose the Right Jobs and Clients

Working with customers who value your work — and bidding only on profitable projects — makes every job smoother and more rewarding.

A Two-Part Plan to Save $120K a Year

One contractor saved over $120,000 annually by:

  1. Having a strategic plan to save $500/day
  2. Only taking on the right customers and jobs


You can’t build a stress-free, profitable business without systems. The sooner you put them in place, the sooner you can work less and earn more.

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