Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchMakingSparks: Expanding and Transitioning a Family Business in Manufacturing with Joe Patterson
Episode 393
Every family business that's growing and expanding runs into some challenges. From navigating tough conversations with family to determining a centra…
2 years, 8 months ago
MakingSparks: Embracing the Family Aspect of Business with Tad Dickel Part 2
Episode 392
communication with your family? How do you foster open communication in difficult conversations?
Running a family business is full of unique challen…
2 years, 8 months ago
MakingSparks: Navigating a Family Business in Manufacturing with Tad Dickel Part 1
Episode 391
Nix Companies is a fifth-generation family business in an industry that's predominantly privately held and family-owned. Family-owned businesses are …
2 years, 8 months ago
SZN1: Manufacturing Fuels Grit with Drew Crowe and Andy Mueller Part 2
Episode 390
Cutting tool manufacturers have to remain on the cutting edge. If you do so, it's possible to stay competitive. We know that a solid education and tr…
2 years, 8 months ago
SZN1: Manufacturing Fuels Grit with Drew Crowe and Andy Mueller Part 1
Episode 389
Andy Mueller is a seasoned vet in manufacturing, one of the real OGs. I've leaned on him for advice and support throughout the years because he's bee…
2 years, 9 months ago
SZN1: Manufacturing Fuels Gratitude with Drew Crowe and Kyle Stoff
Episode 388
Kyle Stoff spent his high school years doing parkour and making butterfly knives by hand. By the end of his Junior Year in high school, he'd decided …
2 years, 9 months ago
SZN1: Manufacturing Fuels Greatness with Drew Crowe and Dan Borders Part II
Episode 387
Do you express gratitude for your team members? Do they know their work is appreciated? Do you help guide them through their career so they can conti…
2 years, 9 months ago
SZN1: Manufacturing Fuels Greatness with Drew Crowe and Dan Borders
Episode 386
How can we attract the next generation to machining? How can small shops attract and retain talent? How can we fuel greatness? In this episode of Mak…
2 years, 9 months ago
How Can the Golden Rule be Applied in Business? with Mike Ruge
Episode 385
What separates successful shops from unsuccessful ones? The people. As a leader, taking care of your people is paramount. So how do you manage and le…
2 years, 9 months ago
BOTCHED! How Manufacturing Leaders can Avoid the Horror Story of a Failed ERP Implementation
Episode 384
How do you select the right ERP for your business? What should the implementation process look like? What are some mistakes you must absolutely avoid…
2 years, 10 months ago