Making Chips Podcast for Manufacturing Leaders
Episodes
MC121: The Spitfire Takes Control w/ Stacia Hobson
13 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! Today on MakingChips we welcome back Stacia Hobson for the second half of our two part interview. On this episode we'll h...
MC120: Under Fire in a Family Business w/ Stacia Hobson
06 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! On this two part episode of MakingChips, we welcome Stacia Hobson, Co-Owner of Image Industries, Inc to our remote studi...
MC119: Why Visionaries Need Integrators - Gaining “Traction” in Manufacturing
30 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! Two weeks ago we were joined by Patricia Miller and Will Scott of Matrix 4 as they introduced us to the roles of Vi...
MC118: Considerations for Marketing Planning
22 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! We are excited to bring you another episode in our #MarketingForMakers series with Red Caffeine Marketing + Technology. ...
MC117: Visionary and Integrator Relationships - One Model For Manufacturing Leaders
15 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! We are excited to bring back a former guest who’s incredible journey over the last few years has seen her go from an indu...
MC116: Shifting Into Overdrive with Nicole Wolter - Overcoming Adversity (Part 2)
07 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! On today’s episode, we bring you part two of our interview with Nicole Wolter, President of HM Manufacturing. Last week w...
MC115: Shifting Gears at HM Manufacturing - When Crisis Strikes On The Shop Floor (Part 1)
02 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation and greetings from our studio at the DMDII in Goose Island, Chicago. On this two part episode of MakingChips, we welcome b...
MC114: Identifying Your Marketing Technology Stack
25 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! We are happy to bring you another episode of our #MarketingForMakers Series with Red Caffeine Marketing + Technology. Today...
MC113: How Do You Judge Your Personal Success?
19 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Success is one of those concepts that we all understand, and yet, in reality it means something different to each individual. For some, it is financia...
MC112 - 7 Ways To Lead Like An Airline Executive (Satire)
06 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In business, we all know things don’t always go the way they’re supposed to. Shipments become delayed, orders aren’t finished on time, and plans...
MC111: Website Planning For Manufacturers
27 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! Today, we are bringing you another episode in our #MarketingForMakers Series with Red Caffeine. We are pleased to welcome ...
MC110: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone
06 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
"The more comfortable you get with trying new things, the more you're going to say yes to new challenges." Hello Metalworking Nation! Today, we are co...
MC109: What's Your Archetype? - Developing Your Brand Identity
30 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
There are 12 Master Brand Archetypes. Which one are you? Hello Metalworking Nation! We are thrilled to bring you another episode in our MakingChip...
MC108: Overtime - Privilege or Entitlement?
23 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! We are excited to be coming to you from our brand new studio at the DMDII in Goose Island, Chicago. On this episode of Maki...
MC107: MakingChips at DMG MORI USA Innovation Days in Chicago
16 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! Today we are coming to you from DMG MORI’s Innovation Days in Hoffman Estates, IL where we are pleased to welcome some ve...
MC106: A Prag'madik Way To Elevate Yourself and Your Manufacturing Company w/ Andrea Olson
10 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! We are thrilled to bring in a very special guest this week; someone who we truly believe can help elevate your leadership t...
MC105: Use Interviews to Discover Your Brand and Get More Business
03 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
How well do you know your customers and their needs? And, how well do you meet those needs? The only way to accurately pinpoint the most important exp...
MC104: How a Former Machinist is Seeking to Empower the Shop Floor: Machine Monitoring with MachineMetrics
26 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! Today we welcome Eric Fogg, Co-Founder and Partner of MachineMetrics, to the MakingChips Podcast. Eric started as a CNC m...
MC103: Pumping Your Heart Into It w/Tom Carmazzi
19 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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MC102 - When the Workforce Becomes a Life-force w/ Tom Carmazzi
13 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! We are coming to you from Burr Ridge, IL -- headquarters of the Tuthill Corporation where we welcome CEO Tom Carmazzi to th...
MC101: Using Competitive Analysis to Boost Your Content Marketing Strategy
06 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello, Metalworking Nation! We are excited to team up with Julie Poulos and Red Caffeine Marketing to bring you an exclusive MakingChips Marketing ep...
MC100: Navigating a Challenging Workforce: An Exclusive 100th Episode MakingChips Roundtable Discussion
23 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello, Metalworking Nation! Today is an exciting day in the history of MakingChips as we release the highly anticipated Episode 100! We are coming to ...
MC099: The Importance of New and Routine to Elevate Your Life and Work
18 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! After a short break, we are so excited to be back in the MakingChips studio. On today’s episode we’ll discuss the impor...
MC098: College in the Past, Chips in their Shoes, Coolant on their Clothes and Success in their Future w/ Paul Van Metre
15 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! Today we are excited to bring you another story that we hope will equip and inspire the younger generation of manufacturi...
MC097: Narrowing Down Your Core Values
07 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
"The way we run a business today is completely different than how my dad would run his business.” - Jim Carr Hello Metalworking Nation! We are exc...
MC096: A Robust Conversation about Digitally Connected Solutions Made Ready for Industry 4.0 w/Jeff Rizzie
01 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
"My first clue that we need to do something different is when I hear that we’ve done it this way for 20 years.” - Jeff Rizzie Hello Metalwork...
MC095: Start Here First To Begin Marketing A Manufacturing Company w/Julie Poulos
25 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! On today's episode of MakingChips, we reunite with two time guest and longtime fan of the show, Julie Poulos, Vice Preside...
MC094: Grow or Die.
18 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! We are thrilled and excited to be back on this brand new year as we get back into the swing of it. On this episode of Makin...
MC093: How to Stay Focused on What is Important and How to Get Things Done
14 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! We welcome you to another episode of MakingChips. On today's episode, we share some tips that will help you stay productive...
MC092: Trump, Seiri, Shitsuke and 3 Other "S" Words
07 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation, we are excited to be back in our MakingChips Studio! On this episode of MakingChips, we dive into the 5S Methodology and h...
MC091: Why We Combine CAD and CAM w/Paul Ricard
23 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! On this episode of MakingChips, we sit down with Paul Ricard, Co-Founder, Co-Owner and President of DP Technology Corp. ...
MC090: IMTS - An Industry Success Story w/Doug Woods
16 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of MakingChips, we are very pleased to welcome Doug Woods, President of AMT–the organization behind IMTS 2016. AMT (The Association...
MC089: A Culture of How-To with Haas Automation
10 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Metalworking Nation! Today on MakingChips, we speak with Scott Gasich, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Haas Automation. Haas Automa...
MC088: New Generation, New Ways w/Nicole Wolter
02 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of MakingChips, we welcome Nicole Wolter, Vice-President of H.M. Manufacturing to the show. H.M. Manufacturing is a family-owned, gea...
MC087: #IMTS_Orphans w/Ray Ziganto
26 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode of MakingChips, we welcome back our good friend Ray Ziganto, President of Bi-Link, to the show. Bi-Link is a global mechanical c...
MC086: How Edge Factor Inspires The Next Generation of Makers with Jeremy Bout
20 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of MakingChips, we welcome special guest Jeremy Bout, the Producer and Host of Edge Factor to our show. Edge Factor produces inspirin...
MC085: How your Company Story Leads to Relationship Building
11 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of MakingChips. On this episode, we welcome Julie Poulos of Red Caffeine back to our show. Julie talks with us about the im...
MC084: Software with Integrity: Leading the Way in Manufacturing CAM Software
05 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of MakingChips, we welcome two very special guests to the show. Meghan West and Ben Mund of CNC Software Inc., the developers of Ma...
MC083: The Resurgence of the Maker Movement w/ Elena Valentine
29 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first mini episode of MakingChips. In this special MakingChips mini episode, we welcome back Elena Valentine of Skill Scout to the sh...
MC082: MC082: What's Your Strategy To Eliminate Time? MakingChips explains QRM. w/ Nick and Noah Goellner
23 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another special edition of MakingChips! On this episode, we meet with Nick Goellner and his brother Noah at the IMTS 2016 TV studio. Nick w...
MC081: MakingChips and Making Melodies: Jason Harrelson and His Trumpet Business
14 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
This week: We are coming to you live from IMTS 2016! On this special episode of MakingChips, we welcome Jason Harrelson, founder of Harrelson Trumpets...
MC080: ASK MAKINGCHIPS: Promoting a Positive Culture in your Work Environment
08 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today on MakingChips, we answer a question from a listener and aspiring manufacturing leader named Doug. Doug asks the question: "Not being a manager ...
MC079: Preparing for the IMTS Hangover
28 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today on MakingChips we give you an inside look at what you can expect to see at IMTS 2016. We tell you what you need to be prepared, where you can ...
MC078: Do's and Don'ts of a Machinist Resume
17 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of MakingChips, we welcome back Karla Dobbeck to the show. Karla is a certified professional in Human Resource Management with over 2...
MC077: 3 Questions - Your Corporate Vision on a Post It Note
11 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Where are you going? Knowing why you’re doing what you’re doing (your mission), where you’re trying to go (your vision), and how you’re goi...
MC076: Agile Automation - The Compass Way with Bill Angsten
09 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of MakingChips, we welcome to the show Bill Angsten, co-founder of Compass Automation. Compass Automation designs and builds custom eq...
MC075: 7 Different Ways to Avoid Nepotism
20 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
It is not unusual for multiple members of a family to work at the same business. However, such situations can be troublesome if the relationships g...
MC074: How Digitization Will Affect Manufacturing with Jeff Rizzie
07 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
How is digital manufacturing going to affect the modern machine shop? On this episode of MakingChips, we are joined by Jeff Rizzie, Senior Manager ...
MC073: Manufacturing Culture with Cassie Haupers
28 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
We are happy to announce that this is the first episode of MakingChips shot entirely with video. We want to thank Chuck Shroeder and IMTS for coming ...
MC072: Analyzing the Performance of the Manufacturing Sector with Senior Economist Bill Strauss (Part 2)
22 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On part 2 of this episode of MakingChips, we continue our discussion with Bill Strauss, Senior Economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. Topic...
MC071: Analyzing the Performance of the Manufacturing Sector with Senior Economist Bill Strauss (Part 1)
15 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On part 1 of this 2 part episode, we have a conversation with Bill Strauss. Bill is a senior economist and economic advisor in the economic research d...
MC070: Leadership, Action, and a British Accent - with Sean Holt
08 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today on MakingChips: We welcome a very special VIP guest to our show, Sean Holt - President for the Americas at Sandvik Coromant. Sean has more t...
MC069: ASK MAKINGCHIPS: Do You Have the Right Classification? with Marc Alberico and Steve Lorenzini
01 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
We're all familiar with Murphy's Law; "Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong". We've talked about this extensively in a previous MakingChips epi...
MC068: Innovation, Technology, and Milling Expertise with Troy Stashi
26 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today on MakingChips: We are coming to you from the Sandvik Coromant Headquarters located in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. On this episode, we have a conve...
MC067: Doing Business with Friends
18 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
There is an old adage that has been floating around the business world for ages; “you should never do business with friends". If you’ve never work...
MC066: A Community of Makers - The Catalyst for Catalyze with Bill Fienup
11 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to starting up your own business, it isn’t always easy finding the the right space for exploring, creating, and developing your new id...
MC065: Creating a Successful eBay Campaign for your Machine Tool
20 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
There are several options when it comes to selling one of your old machines. Some are more convenient than others, but might offer you less money tha...
MC064: Inspiring the Next Generation of Makers - The Shop Rat Foundation with Kelly Burr
14 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The Manufacturing Industry of today looks a lot different than it did 20 or 30 years ago. Modern machine shops are safe, clean working environments;...
MC063: Manage & Mitigate - Developing a Crisis Plan for your Manufacturing Company with Scott McPherson
05 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
There is an old saying: “Expect the best, prepare for the worst.” It’s not something we want to think about, and it can be a difficult topic to ...
MC062: Manufacturing a Community - Accelerating Success with a Mastermind Group
29 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Throughout history, successful individuals such as Andrew Carnegie, Henry Ford, and Thomas Edison all met with groups of like-minded people on a regul...
MC061: Riches in the Niches
17 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
We come to you from two separate locations (Dallas & Chicago) on this remote episode of MakingChips. Today we talk about establishing and exploring yo...
MC060: An Industry of Makers - 2016 Crain's Manufacturers Summit with Special Guests
09 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this special episode of MakingChips, we recap the 2016 Crain's Manufacturers Summit with interviews from several VIP guests. First, we speak with ...
MC059: Women in Manufacturing - Stamping Out a New Vision with Erica Wiegel
24 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Women are the future of manufacturing industry leaders and essential to the success of the industry. However, many women in manufacturing have experi...
MC058: "Life is Great!" - Developing Your Core Values
17 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A few months ago, we met with Craig Zoberis of Fusion OEM to talk about his company's Core Values. In that episode, we covered the importance of...
MC057: Creating a Future Workforce - How a Council of Manufacturing Leaders Takes a High School Metals Program to the Next Level - with Rob Stuebing
10 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, we talked with Frank Holthouse about East Leyden High School’s Metals Program, and how they are providing an environment for students to ...
MC056: From World War II to Today: The Metals Program at Leyden High School
03 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Just a few years ago there were stories of mass layoffs in the manufacturing industry. Now, that is no longer the case. In 2015, Forbes listed Machini...
MC055: Hands-On Skill Demonstrations: Beyond the Resume with Elena Valentine
27 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
An important part of what makes a manufacturing leader successful is their ability to think outside of the box. This line of thinking should also exte...
MC054 - Human-Centric Hiring with Elena Valentine
20 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Finding the right person for your company is crucial for building a thriving business. When recruiting for open positions, employers look for candidat...
MC053: Effective Delegation for Manufacturing Leaders
14 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
For many manufacturing leaders, the idea of delegating tasks can cause a feeling of uneasiness. Maybe you think you’ve got everything under control,...
MC052 - Goal Setting for Manufacturing Leaders
08 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the beginning of a new year, which for many is a time to start following through with resolutions and goals. Unfortunately, many people come to...
MC051 - Additive Manufacturing
23 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Some people think additive manufacturing will radically change the face of manufacturing. Although it is still a relatively new technology, additive ...
MC050 - A Year in Review
16 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
This is MakingChips Episode 50! In this episode of MakingChips, Jim and Jason recap some of their favorite episodes and interviews from the last year...
MC049 - Characteristics of a Manufacturing Leader
09 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
What makes a good leader? Leadership is the single most important factor in the success or failure of any business. Great leaders use their leadership...
MC048 - Growing a Machining Business While Living 1,400 Miles Away
02 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
The thought of leaving your machine shop for even a few hours can be enough to cause anxiety for many manufacturing leaders, so it may seem impossible...
MC047 - The Ecosystem of a Manufacturing Leader
25 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Last week on MakingChips, we sat down with Craig Zoberis of Fusion OEM for the first half of a two part interview. This week, we cover a range of ...
MC046 - What Makes Fusion OEM Unique
18 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In the modern business era, we consistently hear the terms “core values” and “company culture”. Among many other business terms, we have integ...
MC045 - Millennials in Manufacturing
11 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of MakingChips, hosts Jim and Jason talk about millennials, the future of manufacturing, and 7 millennial traits that baby boomers nee...
MC044 - Task Management For Manufacturing Leaders
04 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 44 of MakingChips is inspired by Matthew Feight of Miller Welding. He writes: I should start by saying that I am a Plant Manager for contra...
MC043 - How to implement ERP (Enterprise Resource Management) in your manufacturing shop wisely
14 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Get out your scuba gear, we’re taking a deep dive today! In this episode of Making Chips Jason and Jim are with a guest, John Berard who has a ton o...
The benefit of associations and chambers for your manufacturing company
07 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Chambers of commerce have been around for a very long time. The very first recorded mention of a chamber of commerce was in Marseille, .France in 1599...
MC041: Why you should advertise your machine shop on Facebook
30 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Word of mouth advertising still works. It’s wonderful when a satisfied customer tells someone else about their experience with your company. But the...
MC040: Demystifying the National Network for Manufacturing Innovation (NNMI)
23 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
The world has changed since the days of your grandfather’s old, dusty, dingy manufacturing shop. Technology and a global economy are forcing these c...
MC039: A Young Woman with Manufacturing Dreams: A conversation with Michelle Mabry
16 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
MC039: A Young Woman with Manufacturing Dreams: A conversation with Michelle Mabry Traditionally the manufacturing industry has been dominated by...
MC038: Growing your Manufacturing Business Through Acquisitions with Tom Hilaris
09 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Business growth what we all want to see. More customers, more jobs, and more revenue. But there are other ways to grow your company, including the pur...
MC037: Innovation in the Manufacturing Industry - Part 2, with Sarah Calidcott
02 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this great part-two episode, Jason and Jim continue their conversation with Sarah Caldicott. Besides being an extremely intelligent student of busi...
MC036: Innovation in the Manufacturing Industry, with Sarah Calidcott
26 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Thomas Edison was an undeniable genius. His processes and inventions still influence the way we live our lives today. Today’s conversation is on...
MC035: Rebuilding Manufacturing One Veteran At a Time - Workshops for Warriors - part 2 [PODCAST]
19 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
The last episode of Making Chips featured a conversation with Hernán Luis y Prado, U.S. veteran and founder of Workshops for Warriors. This episode i...
MC034: Rebuilding Manufacturing One Veteran At a Time - Workshops for Warriors - part 1 [PODCAST]
12 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
There is a problem in the United States among Veterans of the U.S. Military After sacrificing a great deal to protect their homeland, U.S. Vetera...
MC033: Business Management Tools for Manufacturing Leaders [PODCAST]
29 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
The nature of things in the manufacturing industry has changed. Gone are the days when a physical filing system will adequately contain all the docume...
MC032: How to Maximize your Employee Annual Reviews, with Karla Dobbeck [PODCAST]
22 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Why are employee annual reviews a bad idea? It’s not the idea of having a meeting with employees that’s a bad idea, it’s the verbiage we us...
MC031: Bringing Manufacturing Jobs Back to the U.S. - the Reshoring Initiative with Harry Moser [PODCAST]
15 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Outsourcing jobs to China and other countries used to be the most affordable option for many manufacturing companies. But changes to the global econom...
MC030: How to get rid of that “Bad Apple” in the shop - Human Resources management with Karla Dobbeck [PODCAST]
08 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Every employer has to deal with the complex issues that are a part of employment law in the modern age. But they also have to run a shop that is well-...
MC029: Job costing: What are the recommended ways to cost out a job? [PODCAST]
06 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode of Making Chips features a listener question. You can leave your question for Jim and Jason to answer by going to www.MakingChips.c...
MC028: Manufacturing Industry advice through the eyes of a newbie, with Patricia Miller [PODCAST]
17 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
We introduced you to Patricia Miller of Matrix IV back in episode 26 and in today’s episode we’re going to do a deeper dive into the challenges an...
MC027: Marketing tactics you should STOP right now! [PODCAST]
10 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Marketing is an important part of any business. It’s got to be because it’s how you let people know who you are and what you do. That’s somethin...
MC026: Moving an old-school manufacturing business into the modern age with Patricia Miller of Matrix IV [PODCAST]
04 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
That’s what Patricia Miller’s professional associates told her when she started investigating the possibility of taking over her family business a...
MC025: Why you should hire your next manufacturing leader from high school [PODCAST]
27 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a manufacturing renaissance Where do you typically find the best employees for your manufacturing company? How do you go about finding th...
MC024: 6 reasons why every manufacturing leader should be on LinkedIn [Podcast]
20 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you are a manufacturing leader and you are not on LinkedIn, you don’t exist. - Jim Carr That’s how strongly Jim feels about the power of h...
MC023: SFPM - Surface Feet Per Minute - a fundamental skill for every machinist [Podcast]
13 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you don’t know how to calculate SFPM, you’re losing money! Every now and then we like to go to square one to discuss some fundamental issu...
MC022: Taking your corporate snapshot
06 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
A corporate snapshot that has nothing to do with a camera! Shop owners know what they do because they do it every day. But how do you communi...