The College Myth
The myth of the great value of a college degree is fading rapidly as the cost of school loans becomes more onerous, especially for degrees in philosophy, political science, and sociology. Meanwhile jobs go begging across America for medical instrument sterilizers and aircraft repainters. Such jobs without a degree will
Should I Buy the Expensive or Cheaper CNC Machine? With Justin Tauber–Ep. 159
When you’re shopping for machines do you find yourself wondering if the more expensive option for a machine is the better one? Does a taiwanese
How to Sell a Commodity with Soul, with Mike Pelham–EP 241
I met today’s guest, Mike Pelham, completely by chance — over breakfast at the hotel bar during PMTS in Cleveland. He knew who I was
A Letter to My Granddaughter About College
My middle granddaughter, Chava, left on a college exploration trip today with my daughter, Sarah. They will check out Washington University in St. Louis, where
Escaping Your Comfort Zone with Lean Manufacturing, Matthew Rassi-EP 216
Working in the machining industry I hear the term “lean manufacturing” mentioned a lot. But what does the word “lean” really mean in this context?
Why I’m a Machinery Dealing Matchmaker
I get fulfillment from being a yenta. Aka a matchmaker. Or “a dot connector as I like to say” in my serendipity speak.😀 I’m the
Tai Chi, Machine Tools, and ALS, with Greg Knight-EP 240
Born with no intention of becoming a machinist, Greg Knight says he was drafted into “indentured servitude” at age 16 when his father started a