Parts Department Justin Brouillette & Jem Freeman

Join us for our 100th episode! We get a bit nostalgic, discuss the challenges of product launches, reflect on lessons learned from business coaching, and explore the art of video content creation. Plus, we have a software corner, customer interactions, and potential SEO impacts of archiving products. Also, balancing custom projects with product focus.
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Product Launch - pop n flopVariant cull SEOGoogle search algoTorn between quotes and product focus ➕1100 EP - Insta QuestionsEnd of business coachingForced to reflectSoftware CornerRhino slowdownDesktop AppGPT memoriesBoomer AIVideos on ToolingWhy does 8mm compression cutter squeal?What do you want to see?Patreon Changes - Screen Captures, Live Videos?
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Jem Freeman
Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia
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Justin Brouillette
Portland, Oregon, USA
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Jem & Justin have both been up too late again, fixing website code and struggling with CNC nesting labels.
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Both up too late againConfigurator updatesCSS fails at 1amNesting labelsMapBoards Pro - $25 👍ChatGPT4o productivity workflowTranscription is kingIG wave has crashedDon't be so damn sloppy JemAirtable got the goodsKitting the KitsSelling products in kits
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Jem Freeman
Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia
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Justin Brouillette
Portland, Oregon, USA
PDX CNC | Instagram | More Links

Justin and Jem try to remember how this works almost 100 episodes in. New ChatGPT is Jem's design assistant and Justin has launched a new range of CNC tooling! If only Siri would whip us into shape, we'd get so much more done.
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Bleeding out over dinner ChatGPT 4o accessAll of the knowledge, what to ask?Australian Standards design helpAlexei Sayle Clip800 Loom videos later... now with AISpark MailThree month productivity cycle - note taking attritionWhere do you do product pricing?Numi AppPDX CNC Tooling looking greatSmall White Box / Better White BoxJustin's Camera / LensToolpathWithin Tolerance - Al Whatmough RE: Toolpath.comPricing sensitivity chatter on IGRule 34Alarmed iOS App
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Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia
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Jem and Justin weigh in on the Drake vs Kendrick's rap beef and start their own beef with Fusion's Nesting Extension. They explore using Rhino with Python, tackle an overwhelming number of tasks, and manage browser tab overload. They also cover ongoing Instagram updates, resolve engraving issues, and tease exciting plans for the 100th episode!
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Aubrey vs Duckworth (Drake vs Kendrick)Fusion Nesting Extension MapboardsFusion Nifty Corners! Suggest Classic EpisodesFavorites / Styles FlodeskLlama 3 AdvertiserOffline super quickTesting it with Rhino .pyToo many todosChasing browser tabs Dunny phone 2 factor shit test failcakesInsta Still goingEngraving IssuesSecret Show plannings - yas100 ep plan?
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HOSTS
Jem Freeman
Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia
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Justin Brouillette
Portland, Oregon, USA
PDX CNC | Instagram | More Links

Jem and Justin discuss the latest Instagram algorithm change that has exploded Jem's account, are split on re-marketing mechanics, and recap old and new Profit First practices. Also, an Airtable ERP class? Plus Llama 3 is out.
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Mr. InfluencerRe-marketing mechanicsInstagram off chopsKiller MonthIdeal workConfigurator landing page top 3PF CultWhen things go bad? PrepareHow important is net profit AFTER owner drawSplit OpEx to "reduce slush fund effect"Opex insurance - Timing AccountMaterial balanceSoftwareLlama 3Hugging FaceAirtable ERP class?
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HOSTS
Jem Freeman
Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia
Like Butter | Instagram | More Links
Justin Brouillette
Portland, Oregon, USA
PDX CNC | Instagram | More Links

Start your morning with a discussion on GPT memories, beachside podcasting, and LB's first configuration-based Kitta Parts sale. We’ve reached 600 new faces on IG, maintained low-stress levels, and managed those pesky bills. Alba also makes a cameo.
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GPT news: MemoryBeach-castingFirst Kitta Parts configuration saleIG reach 600 fresh facesPF low stress levelsPaid bills and rent again WTF
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HOSTS
Jem Freeman
Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia
Like Butter | Instagram | More Links
Justin Brouillette
Portland, Oregon, USA
PDX CNC | Instagram | More Links