Business of Machining - Episode 45

Is this real life?   Entrepreneurship is filled with surreal moments that  leave your head spinning in a good way--and sometimes they come full circle.   Grimsmo's secured downtime for projects pushed to the wayside during Norseman production.  Stay tuned for a new video detailing Erik's tumbler tweaks.    "It's on like Donkey Kong!" Grimsmo addresses rumors about his absence from YouTube.   The drought is over!   University Study on GK   Speaking of YouTube: DON'T FEED THE TROLLS.  The guys discuss riding the social media roller coaster, the conscious decision to avoid negativity, and the fine line between pandering vs. creating genuine content.  Having a community that has your back makes all the difference.    Imperializer Video   Shop Update Video   iPad Time Machine Video   Clarifying the SCOPE of your business is an on-going process.  So, what's your tagline? Saunders has one but he doesn't love it just yet. Takeaway = You've got to start somewhere.     Has Saunders finally discovered lathe love? HAH.  Love of 5th axis? Definitely. There might be a new goal for IMTS 2018.  One thing is certain: A recent visit from HAAS brings MACRO gains.     First 5th Axis Part Video   If your machines have tool changers but haven't heard of OPTIONAL STOP, get in on this pro-tip!   ON TAP TODAY:    Rasks, a refurbish, and improving processes. The dino-digging knife is getting some TLC.     Pre-historic Post   Saunders works with new intern (Alex) to demystify thread milling with information  straight from The Machinery's Handbook.