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Join us as we explore the tasty tests of ATC forks, pre-qualification Typeforms, and NC programs! Get ready for a new segment, "Something you love," featuring the Probe Halo. We'll also dive into augmented reality products on Shopify, like the Duct Tower example. Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. Pre-Qual Typeform ATC Forks NC Programs New Segment: Something you love Probe Halo - @pat_at_old_boys Vivid Works AR Products Shopify - Duct Tower Example SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Discuss on Show Subreddit Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

In this episode, LB catches Le Rona, plasterboard goes boom, and a new baby pallet is born. Plus, we discuss our 5-axis lust and the risk of burnout. Watch out for trolls! In GPT Corner, we explore GPT Add-to-Cart Links, GPT 4 with a $100 budget, and Textexpander. Jem is obsessed with Linear.app, and we dive into March with GPT 4's Bing summary. Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. LB is struck down by Le Rona Old plasterboard goes bang bang Baby Pallet Born 5-axis lust (again) Burnout risk Trolls GPT Corner GPT Add-to-Cart Links GPT 4 - Bing Summary GPT 4 - $100 budget Textexpander - Jem is obsesssssed ++++ Linear.app March SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Discuss on Show Subreddit Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

In this episode, we cover a range of topics including new fixturing, sales performance, digital advertising, brand guidelines, and success metrics. We also discuss the concept of fight, flight, and freeze, as well as access to Bing's Sydney AI, and an interesting new product called KittaPlanta. Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. Mother Pallet Born Series 9 Clamps Sales 📈 sorta Digital ad cliff jumping Traffic drops off, CR up. Brand guidelines? Proof of Success (kWh) PDX Not paying for power with the LB solar system Fight, Flight and Freeze Sydney ❤️ AKA Bing Chat AI KittaPlanta SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Discuss on Show Subreddit Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

In this episode of Parts Department, we have new hires, robot vacuums, and how we're handling delays and power issues. We'll also discuss Software Corner, where we'll talk about the newest Lastpass breach. Additionally, we'll touch on some interesting details about the Pencil Sharpener & ShopSabre power problems and foamy surprises. Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. PC - We made a hire Justin's Robot Vacuum Video New Robot Vacuum at PDX CNC - (Amazon) Big Bad Boi - Makita Robot Vacuum (Amazon) (Zoro) LB - New hire started Flanges We turned off ads Delays for Days Art frontage Lastpass new massive breach Pencil Sharpener Power Issues ShopSabre Power Foamy Schedule Quarterly Hangout for Patrons at ($10/$15 or above) - Join Now SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Discuss on Show Subreddit Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

In this episode of Parts Department, we dive into the world of productivity and business tools. From the power of open book management and the importance of keeping a well-stocked pencil case, to the latest updates on Shopify and the benefits of using AI-powered tools like Autowrite. We also explore the value of ChatGPT Plus and Notion, and discuss insider lingo like "Mother Pallet" and "Rod Polishing". So grab a notepad and get ready to optimize your workflow and boost your success! Oh, Chappy, you write like a robot... Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. Mother Pallet Hot Laps Open Books ✔︎ Pencil Case Rod Polishing Shopify AI - Autowrite Shopify Updates ChatGPT Plus Notion Conversion Rate Optim SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Discuss on Show Subreddit Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

In the second Secret Show of Parts Department, Justin & Jem talk about saying "No."Get the full episode - only $5/month SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Discuss on Show Subreddit Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

In this episode, we talk about a range of topics including blown dry Haas chip fans, architects declaring, physical mailers for repeat customers, and tool room tools for R&D. We also discuss our new Jet combo jointer planer, take a tour of the PDX CNC shop, and learn about multi-axis fixtures. Plus, we share our thoughts on being held accountable and the importance of hide glue. Don't miss out on our bonus game and our upcoming quarterly hangout on Patreon. So get in a Zoom room and join us for a hot lap of energy! Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Blown Dry - Haas Chip Fan Switching Marketing Architects Declare Physical Mailers for Repeat customers? Being held to account Hide Glue Jet Combo Jointer Planer Acquired PDX CNC 2022 Shop Tour Multi-Axis Fixtures Tool room tools for R&D Airtable Upload to Existing RFQ Inquiry :) Split shifts Default Dairy upgrades Bonus - Game Hot lap energy Apple Podcast Reviews - Write us a Review! ⭐️ Get in a Zoom Room - upcoming Quarterly Hangout (Patreon) SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Discuss on Show Subreddit Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

In this episode of Parts Department, hosts Jem and Justin explore the intricacies of new mill parts. Get ready to learn about deburring operations and the ins and outs of Fusion 360. They also delve into the topic of rethinking stationary tools and provide a comparison of combo planer jointers from top brands like Jet, Hammer, and Grizzly. They discuss a new project for the month, "Template Day." Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. Sooooo much education in new mill parts. Deburr Operation 👌 Fusion 360 - Change is hard Rethinking Stationary Tools Combo Planer Jointers Jet, Hammer, Grizzly On-the-House Project/Month? - "Template day" SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Discuss on Show Subreddit Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

Jem & Justin cover Software Corner – using an iPhone as a camera for a Mac and review a video on geometry features in Fusion 360. Productivity tools such as Workflowy and Text Sniper are also covered. The importance of ethical business practices and having a strong team is discussed, and a new sales and support role is introduced. The episode ends with a discussion on optimizing sheets for Fusion 360 post-processor edits. Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. Days off in the shop, smiles Software Corner Use iPhone as Camera for Mac Fusion 360 Geometry Features Video - Portland CNC Workflowy Text Sniper Shottr - Screenshots + Text Sniper Kitta Parter - Configurator Details on Secret Show FU Alaska - "Do the right thing" - from Rob regarding pricing exceptions Great timing, culture doc on my 6 monthly goal list Snow plow Strong interviews, hard to decide, gut vs paper Workflowy rebuild, everything linking back to the business plan Dream team, just gotta build sales New Sales & Support Role Optimized Sheets - Post Processor Edits SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Discuss on Show Subreddit Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

In this podcast, we discuss the YCM NXV purring, the Kitta config update, Re: a meeting with VividWorks, being back in Compost Land, streamlining shop at PDX CNC, how to turn down work that's too small, qualifying minimum jobs, Software Corner meow, an LB wiki update, upsell app results, and the new Mac Mini M2 Pro. Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. YCM Humming Parabolic Drills Kitta Config update? Meeting with VividWorks Drag n drop example Compost Land Streamlining Shop at PDX CNC How do you turn down work that’s “too small?” Qualification - minimum jobs Back on my tubes - Compost update Software Corner - meow LB wiki update Upsell app Results New Mac Mini M2 Pro SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Discuss on Show Subreddit Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

Jem's on a farm but we still delve software and the Katz-Moses ripoff product?! and Portland CNC's experience with imitators. Also, welding! Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. Farm Importance of Creative Exploration Ranch dressing Welding, that box of parts. Game development distractions Stealing IP - Katz-Moses accused by Lee Valley and Union MFG PDX CNC experience with Stolen IP Justin found a potential Freshdesk successor 🤦‍♂️ SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Discuss on Show Subreddit Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

A longer chat covering how to deal with negativity on Meta, customer forms, business mentors, and the power of photography for small businesses. Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. FB is yuck Delete the neg comments Inquiry Forms (Airtable) - Bypass Tedium for Repeat Customers Typeform - Tinkering Monkey great use Google Forms If no one has a problem with your pricing you're too cheap New Mentor - P&L Review ✔︎ Shopify Landing Pages Ads going well for Justin Influencer marketing - Laguna clickbait Photography is critical to being a maker Grand Tour of Photography Questions? We'll answer on Secret Show Stuff Made Here – Link to interview Balance Positive and Negative Feedback SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Discuss on Show Subreddit Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

Justin and Jem discuss starting the year off strong in sales. They talk about the benefits of taking a break from work and deleting social media. They mention using Airtable to build interfaces and emphasize the importance of a clear desk and headspace. They also share their frustration with end of year financial tasks and discuss optimizing their shipping areas. Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Discuss on Show Subreddit Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. Great Sales to Start Year Switching off from work Deleting social media - Solutions? Building Airtable interfaces, first week back headspace, clean desk Hating End of Year Financial Crap Optimizing Shipping Area SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

Jem is sick with a fever and stuck in the car at home so please excuse the poor audio this week! Justin and Jem chat about ChatGPT, the final week of the production for the year and PDX's credit in a major motion picture. Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Discuss on Show Subreddit Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. How much does Chat GPT cost per day? Plywood milling machine enclosures Project reporting in Airtable Microvellum software demo RhinoCAM better than Fusion 360? Moments of frustration. PDX is Credited in Pinocchio SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

Chat GPT makes a strong (musical) impression. Bambu X1C is ordered, and the Holidays are stressful – Happy Stressmas Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Discuss on Show Subreddit Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. Chat GPT Bambu X1C 📦 - AMS, Carbon Fiber, speed, quality Free Shipping to Australia Holiday Time Always Stressful SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

Bad Ball-screws, 3D printing two ways, training yourself for breakthroughs, and safewords for Lean Peace. Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Discuss on Show Subreddit Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. PS ball screwed - grease monkey break thru 3D printer saves the day Bambu X1C Beautiful PETG Baby Pants Test Beta noodle Fusion crash? Breakthrus! Train the muscle. There's no difficult conversations, there's just conversations. Product Packaging Lean code words for Peace SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

The guys talk get into note-taking, Zettelkasten, Obsidian. Normal stuff too like Fusion 360, 3D Printing and CNC's. Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Discuss on Show Subreddit Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. World Cup Fusion 360 Apocalyptic Prepping - Project Archiver Benchmarking Fusion 360 Journaling Experience Zettelkasten.de / Obsidian.md Prusa Layer Shifts are Back ☹️ Just Make Parts FB Ad Success SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

Dealing with Bad Vendors, Presented Awards, Stellar Hiring Ideas, and Secret Menu Face Mills Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Discuss on Show Subreddit Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. ATC Pedestals Black Friday Sales? - All Birds increased prices for BF (donations) Three people out on Tuesday - Jem in his happy place LB Awards Bad Vendor Experience - 16 weeks late Providing Files? Hiring Tidbit - Within Tolerance 167 - Jamie Underwood - What's something you fucked up and how did it affect other people? Emotional amnesia theory vs just being in the moment Journaling / Justin's version - BTWS - Be Thankful, Write or Sketch Printer Ink | Face Mill Inserts $411 ASX FM ($776 list) SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

The ATC Pedestals Launch which sends Justin into Shopify Variant Hell. The guys talk cameras and videos, and if products can be reviewed like employees? Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Discuss on Show Subreddit Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. ATC Pedestal Launch Imminent 🚀 Video, Product Shopify Variant Hell Full = 320 vs Simple = 80 variations Simple Bundles Plugin Loving the Sony A7iii Justin's Camera Monitor Something you never thought you could delegate Product Reviews like Employee Reviews? SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links

Big November Start for Like Butter, New Shop Nav, New Aluminum CNC Routing, & Help Needed. Watch on Youtube DISCUSSED: ✍️ Send Comments on this Episode Discuss on Show Subreddit Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links. Nov kicks off New Shop Nav Worked for LB? CRO bash Aluminum Routing - Customer Reaction Lead times ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Short staffed LB Hiring 👈 SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show Review on Apple Podcast Share with a Friend Show Info Show Website Contact Jem & Justin Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube HOSTS Jem Freeman Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia Like Butter More Links Justin Brouillette Portland, Oregon, USA PDX CNC Nack More Links