How to build and Sell cabinets with Chip Tighe
Release Date: 05/22/2025
From Cashflow and Deposit Stress to Profit Power: What Ramsey and Kiyosaki Would Tell Every Shop Owner
Cabinet Maker Profit System Podcast I Business Owners I Cabinet Makers I Architectural Millwork I Furniture Makers I Business ideas I Tips I Business Coach Dominic Rubino
In this episode, Dominic Rubino breaks down what Dave Ramsey and Robert Kiyosaki would tell every shop owner, contractor, and builder about going from cashflow headaches to true profit power. Whether you run a cabinet shop, millwork shop, HVAC company, electrical crew, or remodeling business, this is a simple roadmap for taking control of your money — instead of letting money control you. ⭐ What You’ll Learn in This Episode • How cashflow is the “breathing” of your company • Why most shops lose money in small daily leaks • Dave Ramsey’s approach to discipline and financial...
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What if Your Foreman Had Atomic Habits If James Clear Trained Your Foreman
Cabinet Maker Profit System Podcast I Business Owners I Cabinet Makers I Architectural Millwork I Furniture Makers I Business ideas I Tips I Business Coach Dominic Rubino
In this episode, Dominic Rubino breaks down a powerful question: What would your business look like if your foreman used the same simple, repeatable systems taught in Atomic Habits? Whether you run a cabinet shop, HVAC team, millwork shop, plumbing crew, or any construction trades business, this conversation will help you build a more organized, less chaotic operation. ⭐ Episode Highlights • Why time gets stolen unless you plan your day • How foremen can use 5-minute systems to prevent rework • The power of “1% better every day” in a trades business • Why habits beat motivation...
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The 3 Biggest Mistakes In Passing A Business To Family- Real Stories
Cabinet Maker Profit System Podcast I Business Owners I Cabinet Makers I Architectural Millwork I Furniture Makers I Business ideas I Tips I Business Coach Dominic Rubino
Passing your construction or trades business to your kids sounds simple — until the emotions, money, and expectations get involved. In this episode, Dominic Rubino shares real stories from HVAC, cabinet, and millwork companies about what really happens when the next generation takes over. These stories are taken directly from and show exactly what goes wrong and how smart trades owners avoid these trap What You’ll Learn: • Why “my kids are ready” is often wrong • The hidden danger of mixing business cash with family money • How messy things get when roles and expectations...
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I know something has to change, but I don’t know where to start with Dominic Rubino
Cabinet Maker Profit System Podcast I Business Owners I Cabinet Makers I Architectural Millwork I Furniture Makers I Business ideas I Tips I Business Coach Dominic Rubino
If you’ve ever said, “I know something has to change in my business… but I don’t even know where to begin,” this episode is for you. In this episode, Dominic Rubino breaks down the real first steps shop owners should take when they feel overwhelmed, stuck, or pushed to the limit. You’ll learn: 1. Why more effort isn’t the answer 2. How to find the real bottleneck in your shop 3. Why foremen struggle and how to fix it 4. Where profitable shops always start their improvements 5. The hidden waste that sucks up your time 6. How small wins create big change If you run a cabinet,...
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OSHA Audit- What do I do??? with Eric Wick
Cabinet Maker Profit System Podcast I Business Owners I Cabinet Makers I Architectural Millwork I Furniture Makers I Business ideas I Tips I Business Coach Dominic Rubino
If OSHA walked into your shop today… would you be ready? In this episode, Dominic Rubino talks with Eric Wick, founder of Safety Team Technologies, about what really triggers an OSHA audit — and how to protect your shop. You’ll learn: 1. What OSHA looks for the moment they walk in 2. How a single angry worker can start an inspection 3. The “3-Headed Dragon” that kills small shops 4. Why your foreman isn’t ready for an OSHA interview 5. The IIPP binder you MUST have 6. The real reason paperwork matters Eric has seen every kind of safety failure — and he explains how to fix yours...
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You Can’t Scale Chaos with Dominic Rubino
Cabinet Maker Profit System Podcast I Business Owners I Cabinet Makers I Architectural Millwork I Furniture Makers I Business ideas I Tips I Business Coach Dominic Rubino
You can’t scale chaos — and most shop owners try to anyway! In this episode, Dominic Rubino from Cabinet Maker Profit System shares why growing your construction or contracting business without fixing your systems is like stepping on the gas with a broken engine. Learn how to slow down, find the root cause of your biggest problems, and build a business that runs smoothly — not one that just runs you ragged. Here’s what you’ll learn: • Why “busy” doesn’t always mean “profitable” • The “I Love Lucy” chocolate-factory lesson every shop owner should know • How to use...
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Big Shops know their Labour Efficiency Rate, Do you? with Greg Crabtree -Scaling Up Contributor
Cabinet Maker Profit System Podcast I Business Owners I Cabinet Makers I Architectural Millwork I Furniture Makers I Business ideas I Tips I Business Coach Dominic Rubino
Most shop owners look at revenue… Great shop owners look at Labor Efficiency Rate (LER). In this episode, Dominic Rubino talks with Greg Crabtree, author of Simple Numbers and Scaling Up contributor, about the most important number big shops track. You’ll learn: 1. What the Labor Efficiency Rate is 2. Why the magic number is 2:1 3. How to know if your team is working efficiently 4. Why backlog can hurt you, not help you 5. How to think like a profitable manufacturer Greg also shares lessons from real companies he's worked with — including shop owners who hit strong profits by focusing on...
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FastCap lessons in Lean How to standardize simple routines with Lukas Holland
Cabinet Maker Profit System Podcast I Business Owners I Cabinet Makers I Architectural Millwork I Furniture Makers I Business ideas I Tips I Business Coach Dominic Rubino
Think Lean is just for big factories? Think again. In this episode, Dominic Rubino sits down with Lukas Holland from FastCap — the shop built on culture, systems, and fun. You’ll learn how FastCap built a team where everyone takes ownership — and how that same approach can turn your cabinet or millwork shop into a smooth, calm, profitable operation. What you’ll learn in this episode: How to build a Lean culture (not just Lean tools) Why even cleaning the bathroom is a leadership lesson The real goal of Lean: make work easier, not harder How small changes lead to big...
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Family Business: Passing the Torch Without Losing Your Sanity (or Your Kids') with Brad, Hannah and Kalli Klingman
Cabinet Maker Profit System Podcast I Business Owners I Cabinet Makers I Architectural Millwork I Furniture Makers I Business ideas I Tips I Business Coach Dominic Rubino
Running a family business isn’t for the faint of heart — especially when your kids are part of the team. In this episode, Dominic Rubino sits down with Brad Klingman, and his daughters Hannah Klingman and Kalli Klingman from RiseUp Labels to talk about what it really takes to pass the torch without losing your sanity (or your kids). What you’ll learn in this episode: 1. How to invite your kids into the business the right way 2. The difference between “Dad” and “Boss” 3. Setting work/life boundaries in a family company 4. Creating meetings that build the future, not just solve...
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Reinvention Journey: From Setbacks to Systems, Clarity & Freedom with Sebastien Nault
Cabinet Maker Profit System Podcast I Business Owners I Cabinet Makers I Architectural Millwork I Furniture Makers I Business ideas I Tips I Business Coach Dominic Rubino
How do you rebuild after losing everything? In this episode, Dominic Rubino talks with Sebastien Nault of Black Tie Property Services about turning failure into focus — and building a business that gives you freedom, not burnout. What You’ll Learn: 1. How Sebastien went bankrupt at 22 and came back stronger. 2. The mindset and systems that took him from 1 truck to 90 employees. 3. Using EOS/Traction to create accountability and clarity. 4. How to run your company from anywhere — even the beach. 5. Why true freedom starts with one sheet of paper: your business scorecard. If you’re tired...
info_outlineIn 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
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More about Chip:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chip-tighe-bb843614/
Organizers Direct Industries: https://organizersdirect.com/
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