Episodes
143
Latest episode
Nov 2025
Language
EN-US
Welcome to Making Business Profitable with EBITDA Growth Systems , the podcast where business owners, leaders, and operators in manufacturing come to sharpen their edge, scale smarter, and build highly profitable companies. Hosted by Mike Watkins and Dave McKeown, co-founders of EBITDA Growth Systems, each episode delivers battle-tested insights, real-world stories, and step-by-step strategies on topics like sales and marketing pitfalls, workforce retention, ERP systems, turnaround culture, onboarding best practices, quality control, strategic planning, and leadership development. Whether tackling common blind spots or diving into cutting-edge tools and operational efficiencies, Mike and Dave equip you with everything you need to solve the right problems, hire and retain the right people, and ultimately, build a business that thrives. Whether you're a CNC machine-shop owner, executive, or operations leader, you'll walk away with practical tools you can implement immediately. From leadership and sales to operations and culture, Making Business Profitable cuts through the noise and brings you the conversations that matter most to your bottom line. Join thousands of listeners who are transforming their manufacturing businesses by tuning in bi-weekly. It's time to make your business not just bigger, but better. 🎧 New episodes Bi-weekly — visit ebitdagrowthsystems.com for tools, coaching, and additional insights. 🔗 Follow us on LinkedIn: Making Business Profitable Podcast https://www.linkedin.com/company/making-business-profitable-podcast
Join Mike & Dave as they discuss a vital topic while owning your own shop - cash flow.This episode will help you prepare for 2026 and allow you to see what exactly where your money is going.
Join Mike and Dave as they discuss a gap they see in all shops - issues with management.
Join Mike & Dave as they discuss something all shop owners need to know about - the magic silver bullet.The guys also remind you of our Double Your Value event coming up in November - register today and walk away with your 2026 business plan -Don't wait - we will fill up. https://tinyurl.com/5t5288ad
Join Mike & Dave as they discuss a question they often receive - why should I outsource accounting? If you are a shop owner - you MUST listen to this episode!The guys also remind you of our Double Your Value event coming up in November - register today and walk away with your 2026 business plan -Don't wait - we will fill up. https://tinyurl.com/5t5288ad
Season 5, Episode 9: "How Do I Fire Someone?"A tough decision, but sometimes necessary to strengthen your shop and protect your team's future.
Season 5, Episode 8 of Making Business Profitable is here! Join Mike and Dave as they dive deep into today's topic -"Whats Negotiating Worth To You." How can negotiating properly help you make the most money you can?A huge part of your business you need to focus on!
Season 5, Episode 7 of Making Business Profitable is here! Join Mike and Dave as they dive deep into today's topic -"Radical Transparency." How can being transparent help you, your business and your success?This is an overlooked aspect that can help your business!
Season 5, Episode 5 of Making Business Profitable is here! Join Mike and Dave as they dive deep into today's topic -"Walk a mile in my boots for a great customer experience." How can you improve your customer experience for your customers?A very imporant aspect that will help your business!
Season 5, Episode 5 of Making Business Profitable is here! Join Mike and Dave as they dive deep into "Maximizing Your Value." Learn actionable strategies to increase your worth in the marketplace and boost your bottom line. Don't miss out on this crucial episode!
Join Mike & Dave on Episode 4 of Season 5!Today, the guys talk about Sales & Marketing and how they are the achilles heel of many companies.
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