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1 Why We Bought It, Sold It, or Never Should Have Owned It | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E107 43:32
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJay and Andrew swap stories about the constant balancing act between buying, making, renting, borrowing, and outsourcing. From renting camera lenses for product shoots to resisting the emotional pull of a first CNC machine, they dig into the real-life decision-making that keeps a shop lean (or clutters it up). You’ll hear about scissor lift negotiations, the pain and payoff of liquidating unused gear, the “what if” trap that fills shelves with obsolete parts, and the unexpected warranty calls that arrive the day after you throw something away. Along the way, they share practical takeaways on optioning machines, standardizing tools, leveraging smart plugs, and even giving unused hardware back to suppliers.…
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1 Actually Learning From Mistakes | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E106 37:12
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAndrew and Jay unpack a thought-provoking article from The Systems Thinker on the tension between learning and performance. How do you actually learn from failure? Is it a given that you will? The conversation ranges from morning meeting rituals and positive failure culture to the dangers of over-relying on data. Along the way, they talk chipped tools, misordered pipe, customized packaging, AI-assisted KPI dashboards, Harbor Freight, and more.…
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1 Firing Bad Customers | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E105 41:21
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJay and Andrew discuss the true cost of doing business with “big name” clients who act like bullies. You know the ones. They demand unfair terms, they're slow to pay, they're quick to add red tape. Jay shares a personal story about walking away from a prestige customer that wasn’t worth the stress, cost, or collection headaches. Andrew adds cautionary tales, including lessons from a fellow shop owner who took the bait on a massive PO and paid the price in blood, sweat, and sleepless nights. They also talk about the power of peer advisory groups like Vistage and Convene. How do you avoid flying blind in your business? Get in a room with people who’ve already made your mistakes, and who won’t let you keep making them. Plus: hear about their strategies for preventative maintenance, visual controls (including genius 3D-printed “No Touchy” signs), and the delicate balance between food trucks, team morale, and post-lunch productivity crashes.…
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1 Red Tag Everything | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E104 35:00
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJay and Andrew dig into the difference between organization and orderliness, unpack how simply arranging clutter isn't true organization, and how failing to eliminate what’s unnecessary leads to inefficiency, wasted time, and blocked flow. From red-tagging unused bandsaws to preserving museum-worthy prototypes, the conversation explores the emotional and practical side of decluttering. Jay shares a maintenance wake-up call involving a long-forgotten gearbox and walks through how proactive systems (like Trello and SOPs) can prevent downtime disasters. Then the duo touch on their favorite tools, ranging from $20 Japanese nippers to precision CMMs. You can get those amazing Fujiya pliers Andrew mentioned here and here .…
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1 Why We Don’t Baby Our Machines | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E103 40:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAs this episode begins, Andrew shares the lessons learned from a recent Matsuura mishap—how a forgotten chip fan caused an unexpected repairs and expensel—and how these bumps in the road are part of owning the machine, not just using it. This leads to Andrew and Jay digging into the balance between pushing limits and preventing crashes, using real-life examples of breaking tools (sometimes on purpose) to discover the edge of performance. The conversation also touches on company culture and the psychology of failure in machine shops, including the value of giving employees permission to experiment—and even fail—in healthy ways. Later in the episode, the discussion pivots into leadership philosophy. Drawing inspiration from Perry Maughme's The Relentless Few podcast and Simon Sinek’s thoughts on measuring success, they challenge the traditional obsession with long-term goals. Instead, they advocate for direction, momentum, and principle-driven decision-making. The episode ends with a preview of a future conversation on healthy workplace conflict—and the importance of “normalizing awkwardness.”…
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1 Taking the Right Risks | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E102 40:25
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAndrew and Jay trade stories and strategies around one of the most pivotal parts of entrepreneurship: risk. Jay recounts signing the papers for a commercial building just weeks before the world shut down in 2020—and how faith, clarity, and conviction helped him stay the course. Andrew reflects on leaving his teaching job, taking out his first major equipment loan, and learning to distinguish between high-stakes risks and small, reversible bets. Together, they explore: How to tell if a risk is worth it—and when it’s not The difference between existential bets and strategic discomfort Why every major leap should be built on a bedrock of small, disciplined moves Learning from others’ scars instead of earning your own How lean thinking shapes their approach to change, investment, and uncertainty…
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1 Inbox Zero is a Trap (+ Vacuum Workholding Deep Dive) | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E101 45:51
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe first half of this episode is all about Inbox Zero (riffing on this blog post ): what it really means, why it might not matter, and how to manage information overload without wasting time or energy. From there, Jay and Andrew dig into tool change times, Matsuura automation quirks, solenoid-driven air savings, and the oft-overlooked cost of compressed air. They also get nerdy about vacuum workholding—explaining the science behind efficient setups, the inevitability of leaks, and why not all vacuum systems are created equal.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn our 100th episode special, we take listener questions including: How to retain capital and make smart reinvestment decisions Life expectancy of CNC machines and why not to be a machine collector The blessing (and curse) of early adoption What really sparked our motivation to make our own products How we each implemented Lean without killing morale Raising kids while running a shop—and how to inspire the next generation of makers A look behind the curtain at our most game-changing lean hacks, and what we’ve “borrowed” from each other Why you don’t need a business plan to start—and what matters more Whether you’re new to the Lean Built community or you’ve been with us from episode 1, thank you for listening. Here’s to 100 more episodes of building freedom—one lean improvement at a time. Book mentioned: The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber…
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1 Yellow Tags and Micro Frustrations | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E99 43:20
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJay walks listeners through how Trello has become the backbone of Pierson's documentation and digital workflow system—replacing binders, Dropbox links, and scattered storage with an integrated, accessible, and collaborative project management setup. Andrew offers a comparison with Asana and how they track product development through value/difficulty filters. Then the episode shifts toward lean factory layout, as Andrew details a recent consultation that helped him rethink mold storage, tool access, and workspace flow. The episode wraps with a conversation about leadership—highlighting how small process frustrations, when voiced and owned by proactive team members, can lead to high-impact improvements. Next up is episode 100! Got a question? Send it to the Lean Built Podcast on Instagram. Book mentioned: Getting Things Done by David Allen (Amazon)…
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1 Your Lean Is Not My Lean | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E98 47:35
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIs high-density workholding incompatible with single-piece flow? In this episode of Lean Built , Andrew and Jay talk about the intersection of lean manufacturing theory and real-world machining. From palletized workflows to red-tagging clutter, they cover the trade-offs between quality, speed, density, and cost. They also explore the nuanced relationship between SMED, economic lot size, and high-density fixtures—plus why your shop's application of lean principles might be a lot different from my shop. Books mentioned: 5 Pillars of the Visual Workplace: The Sourcebook for 5S Implementation by Hiroyuki Hirano…
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1 Constraints Give You More Freedom | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E97 51:52
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAndrew and Jay cover everything from the real meaning of 5S (and why people forget “shine”) to the subtle art of good UI/UX—both in software and hardware. Along the way, they share lessons learned from designing better shop tools, organizing workspaces, and reducing friction in daily tasks. Andrew recounts how a Memorial Day spent reorganizing led to a color-coded system for trash bins, while Jay explains how constraints—not extra time—often lead to better results. They also discuss bringing on high school interns, building culture through curiosity, and how thoughtful design—like a volume knob that just feels right—makes work smoother and more human.…
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1 What a Tornado Taught Us About Manufacturing Risk | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E96 36:09
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA recent EF2 tornado brushes past Andrew’s church and shop, prompting a frank conversation with Jay about what it takes to run a manufacturing business when the weather—and the insurance coverage—is uncertain. They compare real experiences with unexpected policy gaps, weak agents, and the slow process of building a trustworthy support network. The conversation then moves to leveraging lights-out machining and pallet pool workarounds. Andrew also shares how his team is adapting to new production challenges and experimenting with lean hardware fixes.…
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1 The Cut Didn’t Sound Right | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E95 55:55
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSound in a shop is more important than you might think, as Andrew and Jay discuss in this episode. They swap stories about soundproofing strategies, and why one bad cut can be heard across the room. Along the way, they compare notes on how tools like Plaud, ChatGPT, and Zapier are actually being used in the shop—not just as shiny toys, but as part of daily workflows that save time and reduce mental clutter. They also get into air system upgrades, why machine noise wears you down more than you think, and what it means when your team can stop a cycle just because “it doesn’t sound right.” Whether you’re chasing better processes or just trying to make your shop a little less chaotic, there’s something here for you.…
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1 Remote Work That Works: Tools, Culture & Communication Tactics | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E94 51:39
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJay and Andrew dig into the evolving landscape of remote work—what’s working, what’s not, and how their companies have adapted with distributed teams. From time zone headaches and culture-building tactics to tool stacks like Trello, Asana, Signal, and Loom, they discuss the real-life challenges of managing modern manufacturing and design teams remotely. The guys explore the balance between asynchronous freedom and real-time collaboration, debate Airbnb and tiny homes for remote worker lodging, and share their philosophies on deadlines, productivity, and internal documentation. You’ll also hear practical tips for automating daily updates, managing hybrid workflows, and creating a high-trust culture.…
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1 Why We’re Not Typing SOPs Anymore | Lean Built - Manufacturing Freedom E93 54:16
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedToday we talk practical applications of lean manufacturing, including smarter air management for CNC machines, efficient shipping workflows, and the role of AI in documenting standard operating procedures. Andrew shares the highs and lows of integrating his new Matsuura—complete with GoPro hacks, networking woes, and the importance of psychological design tweaks like turning keys into knobs. Book Mentioned: The Amateur’s Mind: Turning Chess Misconceptions Into Chess Mastery by Jeremy Silman…
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