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From Quote to Completion: Streamlining Shop Workflow
Season 1 Episode 47
In this episode, we break down how to keep jobs moving efficiently from the moment a quote is issued to final delivery. We discuss ways to tighten scheduling, align team priorities, and ensure execut…
Published on 10 hours ago
The Middle Game: Adapting Systems for the Next Stage of Growth
Season 1 Episode 46
In this episode of the Manufacturing Automation Podcast, Michael and Matt explore the often-overlooked “middle game” of business growth—the stage where old systems start to break, but the new ones ar…
Published on 1 week ago
Defining the Line: Protecting Focus from Customer Distraction
Season 1 Episode 45
In this episode of the Manufacturing Automation Podcast, Michael and Matt unpack the hidden cost of trying to be too helpful. They talk through how well-meaning customer interactions can quickly spir…
Published on 2 weeks ago
Signal or Noise: Leading Through Communication Overload
Season 1 Episode 44
In this episode of the Manufacturing Automation Podcast, Michael and Matt explore what happens when communication volume becomes its own problem. From flooded Slack threads to endless requests for cl…
Published on 3 weeks ago
Breaking the Cycle: Clarity, Ownership, and Team Coordination
Season 1 Episode 43
In this episode of the Manufacturing Automation Podcast, Michael and Matt talk through the kinds of breakdowns that happen when decisions are delayed and responsibilities aren't clearly owned. They e…
Published on 4 weeks ago
Knowing When to Say No: Delegation, Focus, and Operational Discipline
Season 1 Episode 42
In this episode of the Manufacturing Automation Podcast, Michael and Matt unpack the leadership tension between saying yes to opportunities and staying focused on what actually moves the business for…
Published on 1 month ago
Scaling Smart Quoting: Visibility, Rework Reduction, and Better Communication
Season 1 Episode 41
In this episode of the Manufacturing Automation Podcast, Michael and Matt dive into the nitty-gritty of improving quoting workflows as the team grows. They talk about reducing rework, creating better…
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
Staying Ready: Quoting Discipline, Systems Thinking, and Operational Resilience
Season 1 Episode 40
In this episode of the Manufacturing Automation Podcast, Michael and Matt discuss how to lead through uncertainty without overreacting. They dive into improving quoting workflows, building systems th…
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Treating Marketing Like a Product: Systems, Iteration, and Long-Term Strategy
Season 1 Episode 39
In this episode of the Manufacturing Automation Podcast, Michael and Matt shift gears to talk about building marketing infrastructure with the same rigor and iteration as product development. They co…
Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Building the Muscle: Habits, Systems, and Leadership Mindset in Scaling Teams
Season 1 Episode 38
In this episode of the Manufacturing Automation Podcast, Michael and Matt reflect on what it takes to build a company that doesn’t rely on daily firefighting. They explore how developing repeatable h…
Published on 2 months ago