Episode #5: Where Growth Starts

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Big question for shop owners: Where does growth actually start?

In this value-packed episode, we bring together our full leadership team—Mike, Kirk, Steve, and Hank—for a high-impact discussion on what it really takes to grow a machine shop.

From the shop floor to your inbox, growth opportunities are everywhere… but most owners feel overwhelmed about where to begin. Should you focus on sales? Marketing? Throughput? A new hire? A new machine?

We break down the confusion and share a clear framework for identifying your starting point.

✅ Learn why “quality and on-time delivery” won’t win you new work
✅ Discover how to uncover your real competitive differentiator
✅ Hear why a simple, clear website can be your #1 marketing tool
✅ Get practical SOPs that boost profit—and increase company value
✅ Learn how to shift your team’s mindset from day-to-day to growth-driven

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to scale efficiently, this episode will help you move forward with clarity.

This is one of our most practical, no-fluff episodes to date—don’t miss it.