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  • 118 - Heavy Couch Work

    118 - Heavy Couch Work
    Nov 18 2024

    Jem and Justin cover a lot in this episode! Justin’s been working on Zapier SMS magic for show notes, while Jem dives into pricing blocks for the upcoming ThreadBoard launch. They also chat about using Easy CSV Editor and dynamic HTML configurators. Will Justin fire as Jem tunes out the BOM, and they discuss after-hours work and gift-giving—with Justin making custom gift boxes for a special carbide gift. They wrap up by comparing web chat vs. text chat, exploring custom pop-ups, and finishing their thoughts on Extreme Ownership.

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    • Justin made Zapier SMS magic for show notes
    • CSV - What use this junk for!? Easy CSV Editor
    • ThreadBoard Launch Product launch accountability ThreadBoard ꘎
    • Making pricing blocks in Rhino for ThreadBoard and more products
    • Is Nack back?
    • Making HTML configurators - dynamic wall size
    • I love Cody for VS Code
    • Will Justin fire me!?!?!? Jem has stopped listening to the BOM
    • How much after hours work do you do? ꘎
    • Giftgiving - Justin making gift boxes for that special carbide gift
    • Podium SMS
    • Web chat vs text chat - direct contact experiment
    • Custom pop up for chat box
    • Labels, CSV, data merging with Dymo app - PDX CNC Video
    • Debrief field ꘎
    • Product revision tracking
    • Finishing up: Extreme Ownership
    • Leading up the chain

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    Jem Freeman

    Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia

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    59 mins
  • 117 - No time for tracking

    117 - No time for tracking
    Nov 12 2024
    Jem and Justin explore custom configurator development, shop equipment decisions, and tool inspection methods. They answer a bunch of listener questions, discuss transitioning from premium software to DIY solutions, debate the value of time-tracking systems, and share insights on KPI tracking for small manufacturing businesses. Side conversations cover Google Voice limitations and the merits of microscopes for tool inspection.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on EpisodeKPIsDXF for Laser Fusion PluginOpendeskCodyKittaParts config $$$Comment to DM - KP?Hammock-ingJet 712 👎Kicked off PS2Blackhole issue, not an issue 😒Debriefing ProjectsGet a MicroscopeQuestionsjktableco - Separate phone line for the business? Whole phone or just an app to add it to your phone.jktableco - Hiring help or professionals, CPA, marketing, website, etc.debrisbrooms - What is Justin going to buy to one up Jem’s fryer? Any other non-trad tools in the shops?marc_demontigny - How much looking back at how long things actually took to CAM or cut do you do, and if you do, how do you do it?marc_demontigny - You incorporate that into future projects?CNCcut.Melbourne - Any tips to check if a used tool is sharp or blunt? Do you track tool usage in any way? - Lee---Profit First PlaylistClassic Episodes Playlist---SUPPORT THE SHOWBecome a Patreon - Get the Secret ShowReview on Apple Podcast Share with a FriendDiscuss on Show SubredditShow InfoShow WebsiteContact Jem & JustinInstagram | Tiktok | Facebook | YoutubePlease note: Show notes contains affiliate...
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    53 mins
  • 116 - Broken Blackholes

    116 - Broken Blackholes
    Oct 29 2024

    Kids causing chaos this week as Justin and Jem tackle their small businesses amongst parenting. Conundrums of product fulfilment, shipping efficiency and laser engravers.

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    DISCUSSED:

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    • Kids!
    • Product options and fulfilment
    • Shipping via courier vs in-house delivery van
    • Couriers are great!
    • Laser engraving with auto conveyor
    • Good cash week = good mood?
    • New TTT and TT options

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    HOSTS

    Jem Freeman

    Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia

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    Justin Brouillette

    Portland, Oregon, USA

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    37 mins
  • 115 - Pour one out for Pi

    115 - Pour one out for Pi
    Oct 22 2024
    Jem and Justin chat Fusion training, a rampant payroll tool, online guide improvements, AI eco impacts, and frustration with horizontal bandsaws. Is Jem ready to ditch Fusion?Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on EpisodeOne-on-one Fusion trainingSuper scareFusion 2D outputting - MapBoards to Export 2D Files from FusionDuplicate with Joints 🚨 Gusto - Easy PayrollQR BlasterATC Pedestal Guide - How better?Checklist ManifestoBandsaw Issues - Jet 712 broken part after 3rd use? Binding upBetter ways to make online guides?NotionJust make it better, JustinCamera off, can't be bothered making content right nowMoving away from Fusion modelling I didn't get to say goodbye, to Pi - Desktop app?macWhisperImpact of AIVoice morphingThese number crunchersFirst 1 milliGrounding - why?Philip: GtP is new and good, and yall should enbrace the change. Maybe you don't want the first component by drfault, but it far exceeds the old ground (now called pin) which is/was a timeline feature, not like ground. It does away with all of the rigid grouping, and as-build joints to origin, and it also lets you edit the inital 'free move' that we got when inserting a component.---Profit First PlaylistClassic Episodes Playlist---SUPPORT THE SHOWBecome a Patreon - Get the Secret ShowReview on Apple Podcast Share with a FriendDiscuss on Show SubredditShow InfoShow WebsiteContact Jem & JustinInstagram | Tiktok |
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    49 mins
  • 114 - Lazy pull lean

    114 - Lazy pull lean
    Oct 15 2024
    Jem and Justin chat about 3D-printed vacuum workholding, crazy insurance lumps, a $420k robot cell, and fun with QR codes. Plus, a peek into Profit First and hitting Q3 revenue goals like butter!Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on Episodemmmmmmmachining, distracted fun3D printed vacuum workholdingPatreon longer 3D fixture walkthroughFlyback DiodesVeritasium QR CodeBarcode scannerLittle things job swapinsurance lumps (my lovely lady lumps)Airtable, Fusion, Insurance, Multicam support group - Join here$420,000 robot cellTwig and BotProfit FirstQ3 Distribution - 96% of AIM PDXQ3 Rev 16% over target - Like Butter---Profit First PlaylistClassic Episodes Playlist---SUPPORT THE SHOWBecome a Patreon - Get the Secret ShowReview on Apple Podcast Share with a FriendDiscuss on Show SubredditShow InfoShow WebsiteContact Jem & JustinInstagram | Tiktok | Facebook | YoutubePlease note: Show notes contains affiliate links.HOSTSJem FreemanCastlemaine, Victoria, AustraliaLike Butter | Instagram | More LinksJustin BrouillettePortland, Oregon, USA
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    33 mins
  • 113 - Hands-on wetting device

    113 - Hands-on wetting device
    Oct 8 2024
    Jem and Justin discuss hacking CNC machines, wild AI camera tech, and share insights on Profit First, new tape vendors, and AI voice cloning. And they both start insourcing/outsourcing products where they didn't prior.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on this EpisodeMachine Hacks, Networking, and YCM (Fanuc) Auto Door Releaseseconds since epochMulticam backtrackingMulticam owners/support group - sign up hereMulticam backtrackingWild $70 Pi AI CameraProfit FirstTiming Account - Insurance lumpsCapital & Repairs AccountNew Tape VendorBattery weekForkHome systemShell Game - AI Voice Clone PodcastStill local curious, local docs functionalityInsourcing partsOutsourcing partsPDX CNC On-site CAD/CNC Training---Profit First PlaylistClassic Episodes Playlist---SUPPORT THE SHOWBecome a Patreon - Get the Secret ShowReview on Apple Podcast Share with a FriendDiscuss on Show SubredditShow InfoShow WebsiteContact Jem & JustinInstagram | Tiktok | Facebook | YoutubePlease note: Show notes contains affiliate links.HOSTSJem FreemanCastlemaine, Victoria, AustraliaLike Butter | Instagram | More LinksJustin BrouillettePortland, Oregon, USAPDX CNC |
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    54 mins
  • 112 - Wax Dipper Script Job

    112 - Wax Dipper Script Job
    Oct 1 2024

    Jem and Justin chat about Rhino AI scripting, packaging, CNC maintenance, and business analysis. They discuss machine troubles, vibration reduction, and new tools. The duo ponders business growth and laments missing IMTS.

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    • GPT-4o Rhino script, 🤡 Claude Sonnet 3.5
    • Vevor Creaser
    • Packaging talk, making our own packaging
    • Masso CNC conversions
    • Loose wires
    • Machine servicing
    • Preventative maintenance
    • IT manager Jem, fixing all the things
    • Main CNC PC down
    • Hydraulic holder much less vibration
    • Uncomfortable sense when things are going well
    • SWOT analysis of our businesses
    • How to take the next steps?
    • IMTS FOMO
    • New O Flute Tools - Aluminum

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    HOSTS

    Jem Freeman

    Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia

    Like Butter | Instagram | More Links


    Justin Brouillette

    Portland, Oregon, USA

    PDX CNC | Instagram | More Links
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    54 mins
  • 111 - Dreaming of Automation

    111 - Dreaming of Automation
    Sep 24 2024
    Justin and Jem talk shop every week, discussing their small manufacturing businesses, automation opportunities, AI coding tools and what might be wrong with Jem's machinist rabbit.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on this EpisodeHydraulic HolderAmazing automation video (send us more)UR Cobot Woodshop integrationTalking Robots hereJustin IMTS 2024 Recap videoFusion scripting successAI InceptionCursor AIDall-E two years on, Sep '22 to Sep '24KittaParts 2D Configurator now with musak01-preview coding trials60 second reasoningChatGPT 01-mini most impressive single shot responseAll failedGPT4o multi-shot refinement worked---Profit First PlaylistClassic Episodes Playlist---SUPPORT THE SHOWBecome a Patreon - Get the Secret ShowReview on Apple Podcast Share with a FriendDiscuss on Show SubredditShow InfoShow WebsiteContact Jem & JustinInstagram | Tiktok | Facebook | YoutubePlease note: Show notes contains affiliate links.HOSTSJem FreemanCastlemaine, Victoria, AustraliaLike Butter | Instagram | More LinksJustin BrouillettePortland, Oregon, USAPDX CNC | Instagram | More Links
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    35 mins