Episode 65: The Power of Persistence in Entrepreneurship Lessons with Dominic Rubino

In this episode, our host Bob Gauvreau interviews Dominic Rubino, a seasoned business coach, serial entrepreneur, and author of Construction Millionaire Secrets. Dominic shares his journey from a humble start in entrepreneurship—organizing lifeguard dances and painting houses—to scaling businesses to nine figures. He discusses the art of building a buyable business, the importance of having a strategic plan, and the value of resilience in entrepreneurship.

Tune in as Dominic dives into his unique insights on the future of the contracting industry, the secrets behind successful exits, and the benefits of having a business coach. Learn why having a plan, understanding your priorities, and being proactive are crucial for any entrepreneur aiming to grow and scale their business.

This episode is packed with actionable advice, real-life stories, and lessons that go beyond contractors—offering valuable takeaways for entrepreneurs across industries. Whether you're a business owner considering an exit, looking to scale, or simply seeking inspiration, this conversation is a must-listen!

Ready to gain powerful insights for your entrepreneurial journey? Listen to the full episode now!

Episode Highlights:

• 00:00 Welcome to The Wealthy Entrepreneur Podcast
• 03:29 Dominic Rubino's Entrepreneurial Journey
• 10:21 Transition to Corporate Life and Business Coaching
• 13:47 Building and Exiting a Multi-Million Dollar Business
• 34:59 The Role of a Business Coach
• 41:27 Future Trends in the Contracting Industry
• 47:38 Final Advice and Closing Remarks

About the Guest:

Some people like to tinker on cars; Dominic Rubino likes to tinker on businesses so they run smooth, perform great, and are fun to be in.

He’s a serial entrepreneur, a proud husband and father, and a horrible fly fisherman.

You might already know Dominic from the two podcasts he hosts: 'Profit Tool Belt' and 'Cabinet Maker Profit System'.

On both shows, Dominic shares lessons, tips, and tricks from other contractors, and thought leaders in our industry.

With Dominic, you’ll get reality, not theory. He uses real-life stories and colorful anecdotes that help you see what the next level looks like and know how to get there.

He’s been a business coach for over 23 years and an entrepreneur for 30. Over the years, he’s had companies in Construction Trades, Contracting, Mail Order, Pharmaceuticals, Real Estate, & Business Coaching. His commitment to you is that you’ll learn more in this interview than most business people do in a year. And he wants you to go and apply it! So, let's get started on learning something new, that you can use, in your business or career, ... in the next 24 hours!

Dominic is also the author of 'Construction Millionaire Secrets'. This book was written in gray hair and wrinkles! It's a collection of 22 secrets learned and observed in construction trailers, boardrooms, site visits, and conference calls with Contractors all over the world.

Connect with Dominic:

• PTB website: https://www.profittoolbelt.com/ 
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominicrubino/  
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@profittoolbelt4527 
• Cabinet Maker Profit System: https://www.cabinetmakerprofitsystem.com/

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• Cabinet Maker Profit System: https://www.cabinetmakerprofitsystem.com/
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