Machine Shop Talk

Episode 37: Incentivizing New People to Join the Metalworking Industry

How are we incentivizing individuals to enter the trade? Ian shares his perspective as it pertains to wages in the…

1 year ago

Episode 36: Let's Talk About Soft Jaws

Common questions about soft jaws are answered. Check out some of the most practical applications of this highly versatile workholding…

1 year ago

Episode 35: Wages in the Metalworking Industry, Where Are We Headed?

Staff retention... What do we do about the fact that some restaurants are paying more than a machinist salary?...

1 year ago

Episode 34: Finding Jobs in the Metalworking Industry

The good news is it's a great time to get into the metalworking trade... Demand is going up and wages…

1 year ago

Episode 33: Who Proves out Programs | CAM vs Hand Coding

This shop talk discussion includes: who proves out programs in your shop, and is g-code...

1 year ago

Episode 32: The Ethics of Automation - Tips for Starting Your Own Shop

Dive into the ethics of automation and important tips for starting your own shop...

1 year ago

Episode 29: How Networking Can Help You Grow Your Machining Business

Ian shares his networking experience and tips to maximize your networking efforts...

1 year ago

Episode 27: A Day in the Life of A Machinist

How do machinists spend their time in the shop? Ian Sandusky walks us through his daily routine...

2 years ago

Episode 26: Things to Consider Before Quoting a Job

In this episode Ian Sandusky goes through the steps you should take before quoting a job.

2 years ago

Episode 25: Why Do Shops Fail?

Ian Sandusky discusses some of the reasons why machine shops fail and shares some valuable tips...

2 years ago

Episode 24: How to Approach Branding and Marketing

Ian talks about the importance of branding and marketing for machine shops...

2 years ago

Episode 23: Financial Tips for Machine Shop Owners

Managing shop finances is never an easy task. Ian Sandusky shares his experience and...

2 years ago

Episode 22: Why You Must Be Protective of Your Time

Here are some rules to help you protect your time as somebody who's running a machine shop...

2 years ago

Episode 21: Solutions to Quoting Mishaps

What can you do if your quotes don't work out? Why does that happen and are there solutions...

2 years ago

Episode 20: So You Messed Up... What Now?

Making mistakes in a machine shop is normal. The question is: how do you fix them?...

2 years ago

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