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Travis Smith of Custom Works in Paso Robles California

Travis Smith of Custom Works in Paso Robles California

FromThe Gearbox Podcast


Travis Smith of Custom Works in Paso Robles California

FromThe Gearbox Podcast

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Length:
79 minutes
Released:
Jun 15, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Jimmy sits down with Travis Smith of Custom Works in Paso Robles, California.Topics Discussed:Introductions. (0:00)It’s like watching paint dry. (3:50)Do it for one reason or another. (5:10)Why is it hard to find welders? (9:38)School of hard knocks and learning. (13:30)The target market of the auto industry. (20:54)Managing time and productivity. (26:34)The problem with the car industry. (34:05)Why don’t you buy someone else’s project? (37:43)The generational gap in the industry. (43:28)When you don’t know something. (47:39)The importance of keeping up to date with new technology. (51:59)How do you calculate the cost of service? (56:58)Paying for skilled labor. (1:01:02)Every job has to be badass. (1:07:06)Advice for people looking to get into the industry. (1:11:42)
Released:
Jun 15, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (34)

The Gearbox Podcast brings on industry professionals to explore the day-to-day operations of owning and operating a shop. From common frustrations to industry-wide shifts, this podcast covers it with fun and insightful conversations.