Business of Machining - Business of Machining - Episode 43

Business of Machining - Episode 43

12/01/17 • 50 min

"Everything you do is a representation of who you are, even down to how you wash the dishes." - Grimsmo Saunders returns from his 3rd round of AutoDesk University feeling refreshed. His perception of AU has evolved from one of pomp and circumstance to one of understanding and appreciation. Plus, if your're a FUSION ULTIMATE customer, GENERATIVE DESIGN access has been granted. If you didn't make it this year don't fret. Catch the keynotes, livestreams, and more for free here! Stop! Hey! What's that sound? Production and quality are full steam ahead at Grimsmo Knives but the earsplitting sound of the tumbler is driving everyone nuts. With new equipment on the way and a media person to tackle branding and YouTube, John's bursting at the seams with ideas! Check out the CMTS Video to see the Vibra Tumbler here. Vibra Website Leica A60 Microscope Insize Microscope Growing, Growing, Gone? Adding people means increasing payroll. An accountant can show you the numbers but what story does it tell? According to a U.S. Bank study, 82% of businesses fail because of cash flow problems. Budgeting Video Machine Shop ROI Generalized Business Assessment NYCCNC struggles with demand while Grimsmo Knives struggles with supply. The guys discuss a direction for the podcast and desire to allow people to connect in a more personal way. How many circles the parking lot does it take to finish a Saunders and Grimsmo podcast? The fact that people tune in leave both Johns awestruck--even after all this time.

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"It's a good time to be alive." - Grimsmo It doesn't get any better than having the world of information at your fingertips. SAYONARA lag time! The guys record using ZenCaster to lean out the podcasts and close the gap between life and release date. What happens in Vegas...is AUTODESK UNIVERSITY. Saunders attends to speak about Social Media and Modern Manufacturing. One step back, two steps forward. While gathering information about the intricacies of an ERP system, Saunders realizes the first step starts with streamlining processes in the shop. The only thing harder than saying "no" is following through with a begrudged "yes." Grimsmo finds that being honest and upfront gets easier with practice. It's a bird! It's a plane! It's Grimsmo and Erik? Not only are they literally flying high, this past few weeks of production have left them on cloud 9. Erik's Instagram Post Hiring employees is a lot like DATING. While the comparison might seem like a stretch, the similarities are striking. Although local schools and colleges have a pool of candidates, the protocol for reaching out seems ambiguous. In a world of immediacy, it's no surprise that finding uninterrupted time is like trying to find Sasquatch. Maybe it's not about finding it, it's about deciding what can wait. Calling all listeners! We want to hear from you. If this podcast has helped you, make a post on Instagram or Facebook.

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“The business is becoming its own entity, and we all work for that business” - Grimsmo quoting Pierson

Saunders and Grimsmo reunite after missing one of their weekly chats and they have much to discuss. As their businesses grow at a fast pace, having a great team and managing stress are becoming more important. The guys work to advance the skills of their teams as well as their own.

Jonathan Lewis is back to teach another Tig Welding class.

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“Find great people, get them on your team, and let them do great things” - Saunders

Both of them have taken on a new team member in the past week; Saunders hired an intern from an award winning high school robotics team with a passion for engineering. Over in Canada, Grimsmo’s new Media Producer (and first hire), Erin Kelly, is taking on full time duties and crushing it. Grimsmo can’t stop generating ideas for his team to accomplish together and getting more excited about his work. By the time the new machinist arrives in January, it will be as if he’s “split himself into four people”.

Anything else? Yeah, lots!

Saunders reminds Grimsmo to get excited about what you do, and John talks about how this can reduce stress levels.

Having trouble with thread mills? Saunders offers advice.

Engineering students from McMaster do a presentation on Grimsmo Knives. Stay tuned to Grimsmo’s YouTube channel to watch the presentation and the chat afterwards between the students, Grimsmo, and Erin. More videos coming soon!

Saunders talks about custom vacuum plates.

Grimsmo combats his supply problem by making Rasks instead of Norseman knives. He declares he will never run out of material again.

Review of new Vibra Tumbler (spoiler: it’s great!). Video of unboxing and review coming on Grimsmo’s YouTube channel soon!

There is a lot of power in communication, especially if you’re a supplier. As Grimsmo says, “the human empathizes with personal problems, but the business doesn’t’ care at all.”

Get ready to hear the podcast with less and less of a lag between taping and publication. With two media people, “The Business of Machining” will be much closer to real time.