Best Millwork Podcasts (2025)

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Recruiting That Works: Fixing the Labor Pipeline with Matt Swatek 41:49

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3d ago41:49

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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Matt Swatek, CEO of Microcap Solutions to discuss how millwork companies can future-proof their workforce through smarter recruiting, strategic HR practices, and proactive planning. About Our Guest Matt Swatek is the CEO of Microcap Solutions,…

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FastCap lessons in Lean How to standardize simple routines with Lukas Holland 57:28

9d ago57:28

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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…

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Family Business: Passing the Torch Without Losing Your Sanity (or Your Kids') with Brad, Hannah and Kalli Klingman 44:43

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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 lea…

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Cabinet Vision Mastery: Bruce Chezem on Industry Innovation and Education 45:18

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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Bruce Chezem, longtime Cabinet Vision consultant, shop owner, educator, and host of the Cabinet Vision Minute podcast. From his start in cabinetmaking as a young firefighter to running his own shop during the Great Recession and now helping hu…

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[HBP#20] - Nigel Walter - Living Heritage: The Art & Challenge of Church 1:51:18

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Reinvention Journey: From Setbacks to Systems, Clarity & Freedom with Sebastien Nault 51:34

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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…

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Balance in Contracting with Ashley Stuckless 53:05

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In this episode, Dominic Rubino chats with Ashley Stuckless—civil contractor, engineer, and founder of High BC Hunting—about how to balance construction business ownership, family life, and high-performance backcountry adventures. If you're a contractor who wants time for family, hunting, or just peace of mind, this episode is for you. 🔑 What We Co…

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Before You Drop $$$ on That New Machine… Do you really know if you should? with Kolin Veldman 1:00:07

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Is that new machine really worth the money? Just because the salesman says it'll pay for itself doesn't mean it will. In this episode, Dominic Rubino talks with Kolin Veldman from K&S Woodworks about the real ROI of large purchases in a cabinet/millwork shop. What you'll learn in this episode: 1. How to decide when your shop is ready for a CNC 2. W…

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Education, Outreach & Opportunity with Adria Salvatore 40:37

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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond reconnects with returning guest Adria Salvatore, Education Director at the Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI), to explore the education initiatives that are shaping the next generation of millwork professionals. Where to Learn More Adria Salvatore's info…

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Are You Doing the WRONG Deals? | with Jillian Klinar on Choosing Profitable Jobs 45:57

1M ago45:57

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Are you taking on the wrong jobs? Just because your shop is busy doesn't mean you're profitable. In this episode, Dominic Rubino sits down with Jillian Klinar from INNERGY to talk about why choosing the right deals can make or break your millwork or cabinetry business. What you'll learn in this episode: 1. Why the average shop wins only 20% of bids…

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Estimating Chaos? Here's How to Fix It | with Ben Hudachek 50:47

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Every profitable project starts with one thing: estimating. In this episode, Dominic Rubino sits down with Ben Hudachek of BH Estimating to talk about why estimating is the heartbeat of your cabinetry or millwork business—and how to finally take control of it. What You'll Learn: 1. Why most estimating systems stall business growth 2. How to hand of…

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From Expert to Leader: Rethinking Your Role with Skot Waldron 49:54

2M ago49:54

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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond sits down with brand strategist, author, and leadership coach Skot Waldron to unpack what effective leadership really means in today’s evolving millwork and construction industry. Where to Learn More Skot's Website: http://www.skotwaldron.com Skot’s LinkedIn…

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[HBP#19] - Brent Hull - The Art of Architectural Millwork 1:32:31

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I Know Why Your Jobs Are Going Sideways 12:02

2M ago12:02

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What's really causing delays, rework, and frustration in your shop? After surveying 126 companies, we uncovered the truth: it's not the people—it's the lack of leadership systems. In this episode, Dominic Rubino shares insights that every construction and contracting business owner needs to hear: What you'll learn: 1. The top shop-floor problems th…

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How to make sure you are profitable with Adam Sylvester 37:57

2M ago37:57

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If you've ever wondered why you're working harder but not keeping more money, this episode is for you. Dominic Rubino sits down with Adam Sylvester (Charlottesville Gutter Pros & Charlottesville Lawn Care) to break down the 'Go Back Report'—a tool that uncovers the true cost of rework, callbacks, and discounts in a contracting business. In this epi…

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Balance in Contracting with Ashley Stuckless 52:33

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In this episode, Dominic Rubino chats with Ashley Stuckless—civil contractor, engineer, and founder of High BC Hunting—about how to balance construction business ownership, family life, and high-performance backcountry adventures. If you're a contractor who wants time for family, hunting, or just peace of mind, this episode is for you. 🔑 What We Co…

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Empowering Change: Curtis Garrard on Solving Root Problems with Continuous Improvement 41:28

2M ago41:28

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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify Infield, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Curtis Garrard, Continuous Improvement Manager at Stevens Industries, to unpack what continuous improvement actually looks like in a modern millwork operation, from manufacturing to project management and beyond. Curtis explains how CI isn’t ju…

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How to make sure you are profitable with Adam Sylvester 37:57

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If you've ever wondered why you're working harder but not keeping more money, this episode is for you. Dominic Rubino sits down with Adam Sylvester (Charlottesville Gutter Pros & Charlottesville Lawn Care) to break down the 'Go Back Report'—a tool that uncovers the true cost of rework, callbacks, and discounts in a contracting business. In this epi…

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How to Make More Money from Insurance Claims — with Expert Galen Hair 38:58

2M ago38:58

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What happens when your project gets damaged and the insurance company lowballs the claim? In this episode of the Cabinet Maker Profit System Podcast, Dominic Rubino sits down with insurance expert Galen Hair from Insurance Claim HQ to reveal strategies contractors can use to get paid fairly. You'll Learn: 1. Why insurance companies benchmark agains…

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Tools for Success: Navigating Digital Change with Paul Koetke 37:10

2M ago37:10

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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Paul Koetke, founder of Koetke Consulting and a Smartsheet Platinum Partner, to explore how growing millwork companies can scale their operations, improve visibility, and reduce manual chaos—all without jumping straight into a massive ERP syst…

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From Chaos to Clarity: How smart shops use Cabinet Vision to Grow (Hey Engineers!) with David Buchsbaum 50:22

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If you've ever been frustrated with Cabinet Vision, this episode is for you. Dominic Rubino sits down with David Buchsbaum of Beacon Solutions LLC — a former shop owner turned software consultant — to explore how smart shops use Cabinet Vision to boost productivity, reduce errors, and make more money. What you'll learn in this episode: 1. How to id…

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Wealth Planning for Blue Collar Millionaires with Chad Hufford 38:22

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You work hard. You make good money. But if you're not keeping it — you're not really winning. In this episode of Cabinet Maker Profit System, Dominic Rubino sits down with Chad Hufford, Financial Planner and Owner of Veritas Wealth Management, to talk about how trades business owners can start planning like the millionaires they are. 🔑 What You'll …

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Building Experts: Apprenticeships & Workforce Development with Kelly and Mark 53:52

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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Kelly Victor-Burke, co-owner of Burke Architectural Millwork, and Mark Smith, longtime educator and now brand ambassador for Microvellum, to dive deep into a topic shaping the future of our industry: registered apprenticeships. From the challe…

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Work Less, Earn More—How Other guys are doing it 25:22

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Want to work fewer hours without sacrificing income? In this episode of Profit Toolbelt, Dominic Rubino reveals how top contractors are making that happen through smarter systems, better leadership, and fixing hidden profit leaks. What You'll Learn: 1. The "10-hour workweek" mindset shift every owner needs 2. How to manage systems instead of touchi…

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I Will Train Your Foreman For You- Survey Results with Dominic Rubino 24:23

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Promoting your tradesmen doesn't automatically create a great foreman. In this episode of the Cabinet Maker Profit System, Dominic Rubino shares the hard truth: most foremen are set up to fail—and it's costing you growth, time, and peace of mind. 💡 Based on exit interviews, industry forums, and leadership data from 26 companies currently in trainin…

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Scaling Up: Kevin Fassnacht's Leap from Solo Shop to Big Leagues 36:20

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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify Infield, host Jacob Edmond sits down with returning guest Kevin Fassnacht, owner of Fine Point Cabinetry, to explore what it really looks like to level up from a successful one-man shop to running a growing business. Kevin shares the story of acquiring another millwork shop, taking on …

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[HBP#18] - Mats Almlof - Rediscovering Heritage Woodwork 1:37:15

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I never take a day off- so what? with Fyfe Barraclough 47:37

4M ago47:37

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In this episode of Cabinet Maker Profit System, Dominic Rubino sits down with Fyfe Barraclough—entrepreneur, coach, and former painting contractor—to explore the truth behind overwork in the trades. Too many contractors wear busyness like a badge. But behind the hustle is often fear, poor delegation, and lack of systems. 🔍 In this episode: 👉 Why "I…

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From $1.8M to $5M The Case Study Every Contractor Needs to Hear 34:41

4M ago34:41

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How do you grow your business from $1.8M to $5M — and get your life back in the process? In this episode of the Profit Tool Belt show, Dominic Rubino breaks down a real case study of a kitchen renovator who transformed his business using smart systems, job tracking, and a new mindset. It's practical. It's doable. And it could be you next. 🎯 What Yo…

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How a $4M Cabinet Shop Owner Thinks: Real Coaching Insights to Unlock Growth & Profitability 40:37

4M ago40:37

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In this episode of the Cabinet Maker Profit System, Dominic Rubino shares insights from coaching $3–10M cabinet and millwork shop owners. If you're stuck at $4M, wearing too many hats, or unsure how to scale without burning out — this episode is for you. 📌 You'll learn: ▶️ What top-performing owners do differently (hint: it's not tools) ▶️ The 11 k…

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Shaping the Industry: James Drury on Training Tomorrow's Craftsmen 45:30

4M ago45:30

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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify Infield, host Jacob Edmond sits down with James Drury, Director of Training and Development at Master Millwork, to talk about the mindset, methods, and mission behind developing new talent in the millwork industry. From humble beginnings building concierge desks during hotel off-season…

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[HBP#17] - Doug Evans - A Journey In Architecture 1:56:56

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How I built and sold my company- to my employees! with Carroll Fitzgerald 49:14

4M ago49:14

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From banker to landscaper, Carroll Fitzgerald built a 70+ person business with 35 trucks — and then sold it to his own management team. In this episode, Carroll shares the full story of how he scaled Fitzgerald's Landscaping and structured a successful employee buyout. What you'll learn: How Carroll grew his company from a weekend side hustle to a …

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Your Dream Foreman with Andrea Hoffer 49:38

4M ago49:38

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Are you hiring on instinct — and paying for it later? In this episode, Dominic Rubino talks with recruiting expert Andrea Hoffer from AHA! Business Consulting about her D.R.E.A.M. system — a step-by-step approach to hire and keep great foremen in your cabinetry, millwork, or construction business. What you'll learn: ➡️ How to define what your ideal…

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If the Math Ain’t Mathing Part 2: High-Profit Habits 46:21

4M ago46:21

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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In Part 2 of this Verify Infield conversation, host Jacob Edmond and guest John Van Erem, Executive VP at Adams Group, dive deeper into the real-world strategies that separate high-profit millwork companies from the rest. This episode goes beyond definitions and digs into plant vs. non-plant produced work, inst…

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[HBP#16] - Martin Bridge - Dendrochronology: The Science of Tree Ring Dating 1:40:32

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Windshield Time Sucks! with James Hatfield 49:40

5M ago49:40

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In this Cabinet Maker Profit System episode, Dominic Rubino sits down with James Hatfield, Chief Revenue Officer at LiveSwitch Inc., to dig into why wasted drive time is killing contractor profits — and how to fix it. James shares his journey from painter and pressure washer to Inc. 500 tech entrepreneur, and what every construction business owner …

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If the Math Ain't Mathing Part 1 - Revenue, Cost and Margin 57:02

5M ago57:02

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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify Infield, host Jacob Edmond sits down with returning guest John VanErem, Executive VP at Adams Group, to break down the financial fundamentals every millwork company should understand, but many overlook. This isn’t just another chat about spreadsheets. John brings real-world clarity to …

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Atomic Habits for Trades: What James Clear Would Say About Your Shop 5:35

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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% impro…

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[HBP#15] - Lee Prosser - The Privilage of Working in a Royal Palace 1:43:04

5M ago1:43:04

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I don't need marketing we're already busy with Katie Smith 36:24

5M ago36:24

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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 …

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HOW-TO Scale Your Contracting Business Transforming Challenges into Opportunities with Robert Whittaker 54:31

5M ago54:31

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In this inspiring episode, Dominic Rubino talks with Robert Whittaker, owner of Magnolia Fence and Patio and Purple Coaching, about what it really takes to grow a contracting business to $15M and beyond. 🔍 Here's what we cover: 🔹 Robert's journey from humble beginnings to leading an 8-figure business. 🔹Why an abundance mindset and servant leadershi…

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Simplifying the trades: Dave Doran's Seven Degree Solution 23:29

5M ago23:29

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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify Infield, host Jacob Edmond talks with Dave Doran, the inventor of a game-changing Z clip system and the founder of Seven Degree Solutions. After more than 25 years in high-end millwork installation, Dave saw firsthand how much time and effort was wasted shimming wall panels by hand—and…

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[HBP#14] - Liz Smith - Through the Lens of a Conservation Architect 1:45:33

5M ago1:45:33

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