The Fab Lab

Drifters We all have a tendency to drift and when that happens, the result can be costly.  So what do you when you do drift?  Join us on this weeks episode of the Fab Lab podcast as we share how we have drifted and what to do to get back on track.    We enjoyed doing this episode and we hope you find it valuable.  If you did, please let us know and write a review.   Get Aaron Crowley's Book:  Less...

Drift Your company is growing, and that’s great! It’s because of the ideals and standards that you as the owner have upheld in your business. Question is how do you continue to uphold those ideals and standards, as you add employees? The answer is mission, vision, and values! Get Aaron Crowley's Book:  Less Chaos More Cash Connect with us!  Aaron Crowley - Instagram Visit  www. AaronCrowley.com  a...

"Saltwater Coffee" Get Aaron Crowley's Book:  Less Chaos More Cash Connect with us!  Aaron Crowley - Instagram Visit  www. AaronCrowley.com  and take the "Stone Shop Business Assesment" Fabricators Friend Facebook Page Fabricators Friend Instagram Page Fabricators Friend Youtube Page

"Ready for a change?" There are few things in life that are guaranteed, and change is one of them.  How do you handle change at your stone business? Do you welcome change or shy away from it?  In this episode, we discuss the topic of "change" in the stone industry and how you view it.  Great episode and we hope you enjoy it.   Get Aaron Crowley's Book:  Less Chaos More Cash Connect with us!  Aaron...

"What! You're quitting? " What do you when an employee quits?  How do you plan for it?  Can you plan for it? Join us on this weeks episode as we discuss the best way to navigate this often taboo subject.   Get Aaron Crowley's Book:  Less Chaos More Cash Connect with us!  Aaron Crowley - Instagram www. AaronCrowley.com   Fabricators Friend Facebook Page Fabricators Friend Instagram Page Fabricators...

"How did that happen?"   What do you do when an employee makes a costly mistake?  Do you fire them? Do you place guilt on them?  Join us as we go deeper on this topic and let us know your thoughts.   Get Aaron Crowley's Book:  Less Chaos More Cash Connect with us!  Aaron Crowley - Instagram www. AaronCrowley.com   Fabricators Friend Facebook Page Fabricators Friend Instagram Page Fabricators Frien...

It has been a hard couple of weeks.  Sometimes a little encouragement can make all the difference. Tune into our latest episode to find out what we have been working through as well as a special offer at the end of the podcast!  If you enjoy the the Fab Lab podcast, remember to subscribe, share, and give us a review.  Also, if you have a question or topic you would like us to talk about on the pod...

We interviewed Patrick Foley from Morawre on this weeks episode of the Fab Lab podcast. Moraware is the top software program for running a stone shop. We have used Morware for about 15 years and we love it. In this episode we talk with Patrick about running a stone shop more effectively. If you enjoy the the Fab Lab podcast, remember to subscribe, share, and give us a review.  Also, if you have a...

  Yes, defining expectations is a lot of work, but the alternative is worse! In this episode we talk about three costs that your stone shop will incur if you don't set expectations.  Enjoy!   If you enjoy the the Fab Lab podcast, remember to subscribe, share, and give us a review.  Also, if you have a question or topic you would like us to talk about on the podcast, send us a message on our facebo...

The Origins of Expectations In this episode of the Fab Lab podcast we talk about how do you begin setting expectations...it's probably different than you think so you better listen! If you enjoy the the Fab Lab podcast, remember to subscribe, share, and give us a review.  Also, if you have a question or topic you would like us to talk about on the podcast, send us a message on our facebook or inst...

 In this episode we go deeper on the topic of defining your expectations. We look at understanding the difference between technical work and intuitive work...they are very different.    If you enjoy the the Fab Lab podcast, remember to subscribe, share, and give us a review.  Also, if you have a question or topic you would like us to talk about on the podcast, send us a message on our facebook or...

Fab Lab Podcast Does staff performance meet your expectations?  If you’re like Wes and I, your initial response might be no and you may not think its even possible! But what if it is true?  The fact is you’re your employees can meet your expectations, but it requires you to communicate them effectively.  In this episode we show you how to communicate expectation by translating them into definable...

What comes after the Train Wreck and the Turnaround? The transformation. In this episode, we introduce the 3 C's for transformation: 1) Consciousness 2) Communicate 3) Coaching     Get Aaron Crowley's Book:  Less Chaos More Cash   Connect with us!  Fabricators Friend Facebook Page Fabricators Friend Instagram Page Fabricators Friend Youtube Page

4 Leadership Lessons on the 4th of July! We have so much to be thankful for here as we consider the 4th of July holiday. In this episode, we discuss an epic but not widely known battle that transformed the Revolutionary War and helped to attain our freedoms. There are many lessons, but 4 stand out: 1. We need good advice and a circle of advisors. 2. We need to take that good advice! 3. We need to...

Can you recover from a train wreck?  Can you get the train back on the tracks after things have gone off the rails? The answer is YES!  In this episode we discuss 3 decisions that resulted in a major turnaround in our stone business: 1) Returning to what you know works 2) 3D View 3) Cost Cutting.  If you need a turnaround in your company or even a department, you’ll enjoy this episode   Lean techn...

Have you ever seen a train wreck?  Have you ever been on a train that went off the rails? Well, climb aboard the Fab Lab express and take a ride down the most difficult year in our stone shop’s 20-year history. As we launch season 2 of the Fab Lab Podcast, we go full transparency with the goal of sharing EVERYTHING we’ve learned with our beloved audience to help make running a stone business easie...

Season 2 of the Fab Lab Podcast is coming!  New sponsors, interviews, and a co-host!  We have been busy behind the scenes and are excited to launch season 2 of the Fab Lab podcast. See you next week.   Remember to subscribe on iTunes or Google Play to never miss an episode of the Fab Lab Podcast.   Do you enjoy the Fab Lab Podcast?  Write a review and let us know.  

Daily Prioritizer Your time is valuable and limited. Make the most of it by managing it well! The tool we use is the "DP" - daily prioritizer and it works!

Dirty Rotten Tough What determines the difference between "world-class achievement" and "why don't I just give up and do something else"? Find out in this episode of the Fab Lab Podcast!

What about you? Part II Just a friendly check up fellow fabricator...how are you doing? How's the business and your relationship with it? We follow up and check in to remind you to keep pursuing change in your business in these 3 areas: 1. Results 2. Roles 3. Relationship Keep pushing and don't give up, change is hard but it's worth it! Enjoy!

How to Close on the Promise If you want to turn all your sales efforts into actual work on the calendar, then you've got to "Close" the sale... We talk about how in today's episode of the Fab Lab Podcast! Enjoy!

How to Convey the Promise. Optimizing the "Promise" for maximum benefit to your client and maximum profit for your company requires thought, care, and documentation. Learn how to convey the promise in this episode of the Fab Lab Podcast! Enjoy!

How to Make the Right Promise to the Right Customer: First, you have to understand the segments of the market so that you can align your company's strengths for maximum impact and profit. Check out how in today's episode. Enjoy!

How to NOT OverPromise If you've ever found yourself with more commitments than capacity, then you need to hear this: There is a simple way to make sure you don't suffer the negative effects of overpromising. It's all here in this episode of the Fab Lab Podcast. Enjoy!

Fab Lab - Ep 44 - How to NOT Keep a Promise. Customers have very low expectations...they don't expect us to show at all, much less on time. What differentiates the average from exceptional is the ability to communicate in advance when a commitment can't be kept. And companies that are PROcess dependent can pull that off and even wow their customers when they're unable to show as promised. Enjoy!