Talkin Shop with ShopSabre

Episode 158: Versatility - How to Find Success Through Challenging Times

Welcome to the Official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon Bombardo and Nick Peters from ShopSabre. In this episode, they discuss the versatility of CNC machines and how they can expand your capabilities and open up new revenue streams. This weeks segments include Internet is Broken, Customer Questions, Motivational Quote of the Week and Question for the Audience. Question for the Audience: What would you consider the biggest hurdle when getting into business for yourself?  Learn Mo...

Episode 157: Sliver of Time

Welcome to the Official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon Bombardo and Nick Peters from ShopSabre. In this episode, they explore how making the right choice at the right moment can be a game changer. They also discuss the benefits of investing in yourself for future growth and development. This weeks segments include Internet is Broken, Customer Questions, Motivational Quote of the Week and Question for the Audience. Question for the Audience: What would you consider the biggest hurd...

Episode 156: Mindset Reset

Welcome to the Official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon Bombardo and Nick Peters from ShopSabre. In this episode, they discuss breaking free from the entitlement mentality and how resetting your mindset can lead to achieving more goals. This weeks segments include Internet is Broken, Customer Questions, Motivational Quote of the Week and Question for the Audience. Question for the Audience: Would you rather own a product that is very cheap with no support or warranty, or a product ...

Episode 155: SabreNation University

Welcome to the Official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon Bombardo and Nick Peters from ShopSabre. In this episode, they discuss SabreNation University, exploring what it is and the valuable benefits it offers. This weeks segments include Internet is Broken, Customer Questions, Motivational Quote of the Week and Question for the Audience. Question for the Audience: What event/holiday/gathering, etc. each year do you look forward to most?  Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.inst...

Episode 154: Talkin Shop w/ Guest Shane Glen

Welcome to the Official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon Bombardo and Nick Peters from ShopSabre. In this episode, they sit down with guest Shane Glen to discuss his past work experience, his time at ShopSabre, and his forward-thinking perspective on industry growth. This weeks segments include Internet is Broken, Customer Questions, Question for the Audience, and the Motivational Quote of the Week. Question for the Audience: When you research a new product, where do you go first to...

Episode 153: Support

Welcome to the Official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon Bombardo and Nick Peters from ShopSabre. In this episode, they discuss the difference between really good support & perceived good support. This weeks segments include Internet is Broken, Customer Questions, Question for the Audience, and the Motivational Quote of the Week. Question for the Audience: Would you rather have a long commute to work or a long day at work?  Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/sho...

Episode 152: Talkin Shop w/ Guest Shawn Morley

Welcome to the Official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon Bombardo and Nick Peters from ShopSabre. In this episode, they sit down with guest Shawn Morley for a conversation around cabinetry and the woodworking industry. This weeks segments include Internet is Broken, Customer Questions, Question for the Audience, and the Motivational Quote of the Week. Question for the Audience: When buying a product, what one thing will make you decide to make the purchase every time? Learn More ...

Episode 151: Powering Through Challenging Times

Welcome to the Official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon Bombardo and Nick Peters from ShopSabre. In this episode, they talk about how easy it is to lose focus during tough times, and how keeping your composure is quite often the variable that produces the win. This weeks segments include Internet is Broken, Customer Questions, Question for the Audience, and the Motivational Quote of the Week. Question for the Audience: Do you prefer to be busy with mandatory overtime, or do you wan...

Episode 150: Mental Warfare

Welcome to the Official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon Bombardo and Nick Peters from ShopSabre. In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of mental warfare, exploring the psychological aspects of owning and managing a business. This weeks segments include Internet is Broken, Customer Questions, Question for the Audience, and the Motivational Quote of the Week. Question for the Audience: What have you worked on this week to improve your 2024? Whether business or personal? ...

Episode 149: Finding the Motivation

Welcome to the Official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre, covering  all things CNC and business. In today's episode, he explores the significance of discovering enthusiasm in one's profession, emphasizing the need to consistently anticipate something positive. This anticipation acts as a guiding light of motivation, especially during challenging moments.   Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre/  https://www.facebook.com/shopsabre

Episode 148: Talkin Shop w/ guests Twin Cities CNC

Welcome to the official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre, covering all things CNC and business. In today's episode, he sits down with Tommy and Andrew from Twin Cities CNC for an in-depth exploration of the challenges and victories that come with being your own boss.    Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre/  https://www.facebook.com/shopsabre

Episode 148: Talkin Shop w/ Guests Twin Cities CNC

Welcome to the official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre, covering all things CNC and business. In today's episode, he sits down with Tommy and Andrew from Twin Cities CNC for an in-depth exploration of the challenges and victories that come with being your own boss.    Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre/  https://www.facebook.com/shopsabre

Episode 147: Successful Business Planning

Welcome to the official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre, covering all things CNC and business. In this episode, they speak on the importance of proper planning and delegation in alleviating common worries for business owners. Touching on topics like labor costs and product margins, they emphasize the need for periodic reevaluation to ensure sustained profitability amidst changing economic landscapes.     Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/shopsa...

Episode 146: Aftermarket vs OEM Purchases

Welcome to the official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre, covering all things CNC and business. In this episode, we talk about the vast differences between aftermarket and oem purchases and weighing the advantages and disadvantages of each option.   Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre/  https://www.facebook.com/shopsabre

Episode 145: Sometimes You Have to Go Slower to Go Faster

Welcome to the official Talkin Shop podcast, hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre, covering all things CNC and business. In this episode, we talk about how expanding a business isn't an overnight process. While many desire evenings and weekends off, sometimes you have to put in the extra effort. It's unrealistic to begin as a sizable operation; instead, embrace being a solo entrepreneur with necessary tools and equipment.   Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre/  h...

Episode 144: Moving Forward Against The Odds

  Welcome to the official Talkin Shop podcast, hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre, covering all things CNC and business. In this episode, we talk about the profound influence of challenging times on both personal and business mindsets, shedding light on effective strategies to overcome obstacles. Join us as we discuss the transformation of adversity into opportunities, particularly in the face of skepticism, and advocate for the adoption of an underdog mentality. Learn More and Follow Us:...

Episode 143: Following Up / Following Through

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this edition, Brandon and Nick engage in a discussion about commitments and their significance. They explore the advantages of genuinely being a USA-made product as opposed to merely making claims without putting in the necessary effort. Tune in on our website, YouTube, or anywhere you get your podcasts.

Episode 142: Just Roll With It

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In our latest episode, Brandon & Nick discuss rolling with the punching in your business. Problems can be big or small, but they're never too difficult to tackle. Brandon & Nick discuss the ways in which we approach plans from a unique perspective. 

Episode 141: The Little Things That Go Unnoticed

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. Brandon & Nick delve into the minute decisions a company can make to better themselves. Comparing & contrasting outsider companies with ShopSabre's own business practices, we discuss the little changes that can make or break a business. 

Episode 141: The Little Things that go Unnoticed

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. Brandon & Nick delve into the minute decisions a company can make to better themselves. Comparing & contrasting outsider companies with ShopSabre's own business practices, we discuss the little changes that can make or break a business. 

Episode 140: Ways to Make Money with a CNC

Brandon & Nick dive into the variety of projects and jobs you can easily take on with CNC technology. There are an endless amount of avenues that CNC can take you. Listen to today's episode for an inside perspective on what could work for your business!  Tune in on our website, YouTube, or anywhere you get your podcasts.

Episode 139: Auto Tool Changer

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business.

Episode 138: The Benefits of Automation

Episode 137: CNC Shawn

Episode 136: Efficiency & Mindset

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, Brandon, Nick, & Chad discuss the start to the new year and the ways in which businesses strategize for maximum profit & efficiency. 

Episode 135: Strategies Behind New Product & Service Launches

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, Brandon & Nick talk about the possible strategies and thoughts that coincide with new product releases and service launches in a large or small business. 

Strategies Behind New Product & Service Launches

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, Brandon & Nick talk about the possible strategies and thoughts that coincide with new product releases and service launches in a large or small business. 

Episode 134: New Year - New Opportunities?

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, Brandon & Nick reflect on the last year and discuss the opportunities that await us in 2024! Brand & Nick bounce off ideas about starting a business, motivation, and attitude heading into the new year. 

Episode 133: Success In Your Business Next Year

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, Brandon & Nick discuss the coming new year and how business owners can elevate their mindset and productivity with the help of CNC technology.

Episode 132: Effort & Attitude

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, Brandon & Nick discuss what sort of effort and attitudes go into building a strong business. They discuss the type of discipline it takes to succeed in the industry of metal & woodworking. They also talk about the brand new IS-A & TC Series machines ShopSabre revealed last week. 

Episode 132: Effort & Attitude

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, Brandon & Nick discuss what sort of effort and attitudes go into building a strong business. They discuss the type of discipline it takes to succeed in the industry of metal & woodworking. They also talk about the brand new IS-A & TC Series machines ShopSabre revealed last week. 

Episode 131: Death & Taxes

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, Brandon & Nick discuss death & taxes, two fundamental pillars of life. They also discuss last week's appearance at PRI, as well as ways to save money in your business with CNC and Section 179 year-end savings. 

Episode 130: PRI / Why Precision is Key

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, Brandon & Nick discuss the keys to precision and why it can be fundamental to the success of your business. They discuss the ways in which CNC can elevate your precision. Brandon & Nick also carve out some time to talk about the upcoming PRI convention, starting next Thursday.

Episode 129: Giving Thanks

Episode 128: Old School vs. New School: Fabrication

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, Brandon & Nick discuss the differences between old-school and new-school fabrication. They talk about CNC and the way new technology has paved the way for instrumental advancements in fabrication. 

Episode 127: Tribal Knowledge Kills the Village

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, Brandon & Nick discuss the concept known as "Tribal Knowledge" and how it can damage a business in the long run. They dive into the benefits of a CNC and how it can help deter this type of problem cropping up. 

Episode 126: Investing in Yourself

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon & Nick from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business.

Episode 125: Customer Reviews

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, Brandon & Nick shake things up. They bounce between topics, including customer reviews, adapting your shop, and investing in your business. 

Episode 124: Knowing Your Worth

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, the team discusses weighing your worth as a business owner to the advancements of CNC technology. Chad, Travis, Brandon, & Nick share their own experiences on the topic of worthiness in the industry of fabrication. 

Episode 123: The Road to Success

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, the team discusses the many roads to success and how CNC may be able to give you a "fast track" to a healthier business. 

Episode 122: Customer Service

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, the team takes on the ins and outs of customer service and addresses the many issues CNC shop owners can tackle when they have the proper support.  Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre/ https://www.facebook.com/Shopsabre/

Episode 122: Customer Service

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, the team takes on the ins and outs of customer service and addresses the many issues CNC shop owners can tackle when they have the proper support.  Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre/ https://www.facebook.com/Shopsabre/

Episode 121: Pricing & Structure

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, the crew discusses pricing, structure, and the ever-changing economy within the context of business ownership and investing in yourself.  Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre/ https://www.facebook.com/Shopsabre/

Episode 120: Trying Something New

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, the team dives into their own chosen topics today. We learn about different developments and hurdles shop owners can encounter when purchasing a CNC for their business. Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre/ https://www.facebook.com/Shopsabre/

Episode 119: AllStar CNC

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this special edition of Talkin Shop, we have a guest from AllStar CNC, Mike Murphy. Mike is joined by Brandon and Micah from the Sales Department to talk about the efficiency of AllStar CNC products and HiFlow vacuum technology.  Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre/ https://www.facebook.com/Shopsabre/

Episode 118: Ball Screw vs. Rack & Pinion

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, Brandon, Nick, Travis, & Chad discuss the differences between rack and pinion systems and what sets them apart from superior ball screw technology. Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre/ https://www.facebook.com/Shopsabre/

Episode 117: What Makes ShopSabre Different

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, the team shares their experiences and insights into what sets ShopSabre apart from the rest of the competition.  Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre/ https://www.facebook.com/Shopsabre/

Episode 116: Things That Make You Go "WOW!"

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, the team discusses the latest technology and features coming to the world of CNC. Brandon, Chad, Travis, & Nick talk about what excites them the most about innovation within ShopSabre and beyond.   Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre/ https://www.facebook.com/Shopsabre/

Episode 115: Back to the Future

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. In this episode, the team talks through the many changes cabinet shops have made in the past decade, moving closer to automation and fast-paced fabrication. Brandon, Chad, Travis, & Nick take us through the many benefits of CNC straight from customers they've interacted with.  Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre/ https://www.facebook.com/Shopsabre/

Episode 114: The Fav3

The official Talkin Shop podcast hosted by Brandon from ShopSabre covers all things CNC and business. We're back from AWFS 2023!  In this episode, the team talks about their time in Vegas and the new technology ShopSabre showcased on the convention floor! Learn More and Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre/ https://www.facebook.com/Shopsabre/