Dreaming that you are making a profit shows that the dreamer is thinking hard about ways to make money, and can often come up with smart ideas.

Dreaming that others are making a profit means that the dreamer has a goal to pursue and needs to work hard.

The businessman dreamed of making a profit, indicating that his business has made good recent profits.

The salesperson dreamed of making a profit, implying that his efforts were not in vain and that he could be appreciated by his superiors.