Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchScaling Smarter: Lessons from Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses
Episode 492
We're coming to you live from Washington, D.C., at the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Summit—the largest gathering of small business owners in…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
The Lean Advantage: Building Smarter Systems and Stronger Teams
Episode 491
In this powerful installment of the Machine Shop MBA series, we welcome two guests who embody the heart of continuous improvement: Noah Goellner, P…
10 months, 4 weeks ago
How to Manage Outside Processes Like a Pro
Episode 490
Every machine shop relies on outside processes—whether that's heat treating, plating, grinding, or coating. But every time a part leaves your buildin…
11 months ago
Maximizing Profitability with Advanced Financial Tools (The Financial Playbook Every Machine Shop Needs)
Episode 489
Finance doesn't have to be a mystery—it can be your greatest advantage. In this episode of the Machine Shop MBA series, we sit down with Jon Hughes, …
11 months, 1 week ago
Racing Toward Excellence: The Olson Brothers' Journey from the Track to the Shop Floor
Episode 488
What happens when two brothers with a racing background decide to start a machine shop—with zero machining experience? You get Olson Custom Designs, …
11 months, 2 weeks ago
Winning the Talent War: Recruitment, Retention, and Culture with Mike Tamasi
Episode 487
Recruiting and retaining great people is one of the biggest challenges in manufacturing today—but what if the solution isn't just about wages or bene…
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Leadership at the Core: Building Trust, Systems, and People with Kyra Tillman
Episode 486
Leadership is more than a buzzword—it's the backbone of every successful machine shop. In this episode of MakingChips—Machine Shop MBA, hosts Paul Va…
1 year ago
Strategic Growth & Vision: Building a High-Performing Machine Shop with Peter Doyle
In this special MakingChips Machine Shop MBA episode, we sit down with Peter Doyle—CEO of Hirsh Precision—to unpack what it takes to grow and transfo…
1 year ago
Requirements Review: How Paperless Parts' is Making Sure You Never Miss a Critical Detail, 484
Episode 484
If you've ever lost sleep wondering whether you missed a critical detail in a quote—or felt the adrenaline of winning a job only to realize you under…
1 year ago
Building a Winning Team: Matt Wardle's Blueprint for Machine Shop Success
Episode 483
Every machine shop leader knows you can buy the best equipment, implement cutting-edge automation, and have bulletproof processes—but without the rig…
1 year ago