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Welcome to the PrintFam Podcast, where we talk real business, no fluff. I’m Daron, joined by Daniel Pentecost, and together we dive into the ups, downs, and in-betweens of running print, promo, and laser businesses. We share what’s actually working for us (and what isn’t), have honest conversations with other shop owners, and pull back the curtain on what it really takes to build something that lasts. If you’re growing a shop, starting one, or just trying to make sense of this wild industry, you’ll fit right in.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    0013 - Outsourcing, Equipment, and Long-Term Growth

    In this episode, I sit down with David from B5 Creative to talk through something almost everyone in print and promotional products wrestles with at some point: equipment. When to buy it, when to outsource, and how those decisions actually affect the business long term. We get into what it’s really like balancing a full-time job while running a print business, why owning every machine isn’t always the answer, and how our thinking around equipment has changed over time.We also talk about education, relationships, and why being a problem-solver for your customers matters more than having the latest gear. A lot of this conversation comes back to playing the long game, building trust, and focusing on sustainable growth instead of chasing every new opportunity or shiny machine. It’s not a sales pitch or a highlight reel, just an honest conversation between people actually in it.Video Sponsor: FireSprintNeed a wholesale supplier for yard signs, stickers, or foamcore? FireSprint.com offers free shipping on their most popular products. Join their nationwide network of resellers at https://dtnay.com/firesprint. Use my coupon code DNSCURE to get 10% off your first order up to $500. FireSprint.com is a trade-only supplier.✨Helpful Links:Patreon: https://dtnay.com/supportFacebook group: https://dtnay.com/fbgroupWebsite: https://timetomakesomething.comPayment Processor: https://dtnay.com/paymentsMy CRM: https://dtnay.com/ghlAmazon Store: https://dtnay.com/amazonSome links are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    58 min

  2. 7 JAN

    0012 - Answer the Phone: The Simplest Business Lesson I Ignored Too Long

    Phones are one of the most overlooked parts of running a small business, and for a long time, mine was a problem. In this episode of the PrintFam Podcast, Daniel from CLT Geek and I talk through why I hate answering the phone, how spam calls and interruptions kill focus, and why not answering calls absolutely costs you real business.We break down a simple, affordable phone setup using GoHighLevel, a cordless analog phone, and an ATA adapter, plus when it makes sense to use a live answering service instead of hiring in-house. The takeaway is simple: just answering the phone can win you business you never expected. We also talk about automation, text options, and how to stop the owner from being the bottleneck.GoHighLevel (CRM + phone system) - https://dtnay.com/ghlATA adapter (analog telephone adapter) - https://dtnay.com/ataCLT Geek (Daniel’s company) - https://www.cltgeek.com/#7✨Helpful Links:Website: https://timetomakesomething.comPayment Processor: https://dtnay.com/paymentsMy CRM: https://dtnay.com/ghlAmazon Store: https://dtnay.com/amazonSome links are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    42 min

  3. 31/12/2025

    0011 - Profit, People, and Simplifying Everything

    In this end-of-year episode of the PrintFam Podcast, I’m joined by my co-host Daniel Pentecost for an honest wrap-up of the year. We talk about exiting a business arrangement, resetting goals, what it really means to be profitable, and why paying yourself actually matters. Revenue didn’t hit a million, but the business stayed in the black, the team got stronger, and the direction is clearer than ever.We also dig into simplifying operations, selling equipment, building a team that cares, launching fulfillment services, growing the Time to Make Something community, and navigating the mental side of running a business in public. If you’re building something, struggling through a transition, or trying to figure out what “success” actually looks like, this one’s for you.✨Helpful Links:Website: https://timetomakesomething.comPayment Processor: https://dtnay.com/paymentsMy CRM: https://dtnay.com/ghlAmazon Store: https://dtnay.com/amazonSome links are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    44 min

  4. 24/12/2025

    0010 - How Small Promo Shops Beat Big Online Sellers

    Big online promo companies can afford loss leaders, massive marketing budgets, and misleading “starting at” pricing. Small businesses can’t, and shouldn’t try to compete that way.In this episode of the PrintFam Podcast, I’m joined by Daniel Pentecost from CLT Geek to break down how small promo businesses actually win: selling value instead of price, educating customers, saying no to bad-fit jobs, and becoming a trusted advisor instead of an order taker. We also talk about using buying groups like WePromo, leveraging online competitors to your advantage, and why cheap promo often does more harm than good.Join WePromo for Free - https://dtnay.com/wepromo✨Helpful Links:Website: https://timetomakesomething.comPayment Processor: https://dtnay.com/paymentsMy CRM: https://dtnay.com/ghlAmazon Store: https://dtnay.com/amazonSome links are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    40 min

  5. 17/12/2025

    0009 - Stop Chasing Shiny Objects

    In this episode, Gene from FireSprint breaks down the real side of web-to-print, why most shops don’t need it, and how chasing new equipment can quietly kill profitability. We talk bottlenecks, their vector feeder setup, shutting down screen print, and why doubling down on what already works matters more than the “next big thing.” The Goal by E Goldratt - https://dtnay.com/thegoal✨Helpful Links:Website: https://timetomakesomething.comPayment Processor: https://dtnay.com/paymentsMy CRM: https://dtnay.com/ghlAmazon Store: https://dtnay.com/amazonSome links are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    50 min

  6. 10/12/2025

    0008 - Koozie Group Deep Dive: Mergers, Made In USA, And Better Promo Gear

    In this episode of the Print Fam podcast, Daron sits down with Harold Wood, Director of Sales Operations at Koozie Group, along with co-host Daniel Pentecost from CLTGeek, to unpack what is actually happening inside Koozie Group right now and what it means for distributors.Harold explains how Norwood, Bic Graphic, Garyline, Imagine Brands, Skinner & Kennedy, and Garyline are coming together under the Koozie Group banner, what changes on January 2, 2026, and what will stay the same for existing customers. They talk about Koozie’s US manufacturing footprint, on-time performance, and why tariffs are pushing more buyers toward lower priced, but still smart, promo items.Sign up for WePromo - https://dtnay.com/wepromo✨Helpful Links:Website: https://timetomakesomething.comPayment Processor: https://dtnay.com/paymentsMy CRM: https://dtnay.com/ghlAmazon Store: https://dtnay.com/amazonSome links are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    37 min

  7. 03/12/2025

    0007 - Add Promo Without New Equipment With WePromo

    Sign up for WePromo - https://dtnay.com/wepromoJoin me, Daniel Pentecost from CLTGeek, and Marty Hartman from WePromo / Universal Unilink as we talk about how a free buying group can help small printers and promo distributors compete with the big players without buying more equipment.Marty breaks down exactly how WePromo works, why it is free to join, and how they negotiate EQP or better pricing with top suppliers, so you can keep more margin on the same jobs. We also dig into how they vet suppliers, when they step in as your advocate, and why reputation matters so much in promo.If you are a print shop, sign shop, or small promotional products distributor who wants to grow promo sales without a big capital spend, this is a good place to start.Download “50 Questions To Ask For More Business”: https://wepromo.net/50✨Helpful Links:Website: https://timetomakesomething.comPayment Processor: https://dtnay.com/paymentsMy CRM: https://dtnay.com/ghlAmazon Store: https://dtnay.com/amazonSome links are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    44 min

  8. 26/11/2025

    0006 - Practical Accounting Advice For Print Shops

    In this Print Fam podcast I talk with my accountant, Josh Pyne from Paramount Tax and Accounting. We walk through when it makes sense to stop doing your own books and hand them to a pro.We cover the difference between a bookkeeper, accountant, CPA, and EA, what they actually do, and who you really need. We also talk about being behind on reconciliations, using your books to make decisions, and how to avoid expensive cleanup work at tax time.We also get into receipts, mileage, home office, mixing personal and business, sales tax, and when someone should be a W2 employee versus a 1099 contractor.Get a free consultation to see if Josh and his team can help you.Josh Pyne385-529-0814jpyne@paramount.tax✨Helpful Links:Website: https://timetomakesomething.comPayment Processor: https://dtnay.com/paymentsMy CRM: https://dtnay.com/ghlAmazon Store: https://dtnay.com/amazonSome links are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    1h 7m
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Welcome to the PrintFam Podcast, where we talk real business, no fluff. I’m Daron, joined by Daniel Pentecost, and together we dive into the ups, downs, and in-betweens of running print, promo, and laser businesses. We share what’s actually working for us (and what isn’t), have honest conversations with other shop owners, and pull back the curtain on what it really takes to build something that lasts. If you’re growing a shop, starting one, or just trying to make sense of this wild industry, you’ll fit right in.

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  • Creator
    TTMS
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © TTMS
  • Show Website
    PrintFam