Best clips! 1 year podcast anniversary
In this special anniversary episode, we're celebrating one year of insightful conversations with millwork industry experts. Join us as we revisit some of the top moments from the past year, featuring engaging discussions on engineering, project management, new technologies, recruiting challenges, and more.
We'll dive into the role of engineering as the de facto IT department in smaller workshops, where engineers navigate a wide range of software and drive change within the industry. You'll also hear about the challenges of change management, the impact of software and CNCs on the barrier of entry, and the importance of understanding market pricing for profitability.
Our guests will share their experiences and insights, including discussions on attracting new talent to the industry, the importance of cultural integration in knowledge transfer, and the value of mentorship and leadership in shaping careers. They'll also touch on the path to leadership and management in the millwork industry, highlighting the need for better leadership development and positive role models.
Don't miss the opportunity to gain valuable industry knowledge and perspectives from our guests, including tips on effective communication, project management, and growth leadership teams.
So, join us as we celebrate this milestone and dive into these enriching conversations. And remember to subscribe for more engaging episodes in the coming weeks. Let's explore the dynamic world of millwork together!
What You’ll Learn
1. The crucial role of engineering in smaller workshops, where engineers often serve as the de facto IT department due to the absence of dedicated IT staff.
2. Common pain points in engineering, including bottlenecks, untapped capacity, key individual dependency, and resistance to change, with change management often proving more challenging than updating software or machinery.
3. The challenge faced by larger shops in adapting and changing compared to smaller, more agile shops, and the impact of competition from smaller, low-bidding operations.
4. The significance of younger individuals bringing fresh perspectives to the millwork industry, challenging old thinking and resistance to change.
5. The industry's reliance on time and material pricing by smaller shops instead of market value pricing and the impact of software and CNCs on the barrier of entry.
6. The importance of developing a culture that allows individuals to move on after gaining experience, attracting new talent to the company within the millwork industry.
7. The unexpected challenges and complexities of entering the woodworking industry, and the significance of learning and leveraging industry resources and relationships for success.
8. The value of being an industry outsider with a fresh perspective and humbleness in learning and problem-solving, and the influence of software, engineering, and change management in individuals' industry journeys.
9. The lack of formal career paths for leadership and management roles in the millwork industry, with many leaders being promoted from the manufacturing side without adequate training or mentoring.
10. The high capital expenditure in the millwork industry, the challenge of attracting new talent due to financial demands and increasing technology needs, and insights into income opportunities in millwork and the importance of education and interest in trade professions for future prospects.
Links to the full episodes featured:
Beyond Quality: Unraveling the True Value of Woodworking with Josh Sharp
Jonah Coleman Part 1 of 2: Millwork Engineering Department Structures
Adapting to Change and Finding Success: Nic Frost's Millwork and CNC Tooling Odyssey
The Power of Smartsheet: Streamlining Project Management with Paul Koetke
Empowering Teams, Cultivating Culture: Lessons from David Stasiukaitis in Millwork
Breaking Molds, Building Futures: Jim Mayer's Manufacturing Vision
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