Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchSZN1: What's Going on With the Manufacturing Economy?
Episode 373
What is going on with the economy? We're all feeling a slowdown in the manufacturing industry. So what gives? What happens in the economy can be dire…
3 years, 1 month ago
SZN1: What is a Woman Manufacturing Leader? with Nicole Wolter
Episode 372
Today's controversial topic: What is a woman…in manufacturing? We need to inspire the next generation of women to pursue a career path in manufacturi…
3 years, 1 month ago
SZN1: Taking a Lean Leap of Faith Toward Digital Transformation
Episode 371
Many companies strive to move toward digital transformation. Some struggle with the process. Others—like JJR Fabrication—see remarkable results. They…
3 years, 1 month ago
Married to Each Other and the Business Part 2 with Lindsey Nix, 370
Episode 370
How do you grow a business while raising a family? When you and your spouse are business partners, how do you choose what to prioritize and when? Mat…
3 years, 2 months ago
Married to Each Other and the Business with Matthew Nix Part 1
Episode 369
What is it like to be married to your business partner? Especially when both people are very involved in the business. The metalworking industry is d…
3 years, 2 months ago
LIGHTS OUT: How a Prototyping Shop is Shattering the Status Quo with Automation
Episode 368
Are you embracing automation in your shop? Or are you hesitating because you're unsure how to implement it so that you're making the best use of your…
3 years, 2 months ago
SZN1: #ThankAMachinist, 367
Episode 367
I created a campaign to build awareness for machinists. Why? Because, sadly, the general public knows very little about manufacturing. They don't loo…
3 years, 2 months ago
How a Passion for the Manufacturing Community Caused This Shop to Transform into a Software Company
Episode 366
Paul Van Metre is no stranger to MakingChips, and we've shared his story before. But this time, we're looking at it through a whole new lens. Paul an…
3 years, 3 months ago
Keys to Maintaining a Manufacturing Leadership Mindset
Episode 365
How do you create and cultivate a manufacturing leadership mindset? What can you do to recharge? How do you take care of yourself so you can take car…
3 years, 3 months ago
What Really Sells Machine Tools? 364
Episode 364
What is the most impactful factor that helps machine tool distributors sell tools? Is it the quality of the tools themselves? Is it the skill of the …
3 years, 3 months ago