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Making Business Profitable with EBITDA Growth Systems

EBITDA Growth Systemswww.ebitdagrowthsystems.com

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.


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Episodes

Episode 51- Lots of Good to focus on

Join Mike & Dave for Episode 51 as they discuss some great, exciting happenings in the world right now! Things are slowly returning to normal (dare we say it!). This is not only good news for business, but also our mental and physical health, family lives and our well-being! For more info, please visit EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Mar 16, 202116 minSeason 2Ep. 23

Episode 50 - How to Manage Extroverts

Join Mike & Dave on Episode 50 as they share ideas on how you can manage Extroverts. Everyone is different, so it is important to adapt your management style to each, individual employee! For more info, please visit us at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Mar 11, 202116 minSeason 2Ep. 22

Episode 49 - How to leverage each others strengths

Join Mike & Dave as they discuss how your business can use each individual team members strengths to grow and reach your full potential! For more info, visit us at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Mar 10, 202117 minSeason 2Ep. 21

Episode 48 - 5 Myths around Strategy

Join Mike & Dave as they discuss a topic at the center of all business and marketing...Strategy. This discussion isn't just about basic strategy, this episode touches on myths you need to look out for within your strategy! For more info, visit us online at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Mar 09, 202116 minSeason 2Ep. 21

Episode 46 - Managing Conflict in the Workplace

Join Mike & Dave as they discuss how to manage conflict in the workplace. Contrary to popular belief, not all conflict is bad! For more info, please visit us at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Mar 03, 202115 minSeason 2Ep. 20

Episode 45 - 6 hour Workday

Join Mike & Dave for Episode 45 as they discuss how the workday differs amongst generations and why that is a good, positive thing! For more info, visit us online at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Mar 02, 202115 minSeason 2Ep. 19

Episode 44 - The Art of giving Recognition

Join Mike & Dave as they show how important it is to show gratitude and recognition to your employees. A simple, THANK YOU, can go a long, long way! For more info, please visit us at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Feb 25, 202124 minSeason 2Ep. 19

Episode 43 - How to Grow your Business

Join Mike & Dave on Episode 43 as they discuss how YOU can GROW YOUR BUSINESS!! This is a HUGE episode for you business owners! For more info, please visit us at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com.

Feb 24, 202123 minSeason 2Ep. 18

Episode 42 - How much should you Spend on Marketing

Mike and Dave discuss how much you should spend on marketing your business! It is imperative you invest in your own business and tell your story through strategic marketing! For more info, please visit us at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Feb 23, 202117 minSeason 2Ep. 18

Episode 41 - Blind Spots

Dave & Mike discuss the Blind Spots Business Owners need to be aware of on Episode 41 of the Making Business Profitable Podcast! For more info, visit us at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Feb 19, 202127 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Episode 40 - You have to Sell to Scale

Mike & Dave are joined by a special guest to discuss today's topic - Sell to Scale. Does you company have a dedicated sales position? If not, what is holding you back? For more info, please visit us at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Feb 18, 202127 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Episode 39 - The Good, Bad and Ugly of HR with Marnie Urbach

Mike & Dave welcome 2 special guests to the studio for Episode 39! Marnie Urbach is back to discuss Human Relations, and Jax joins us for the first time! A big THANK YOU to Marnie for returning to share some knowledge for our listeners! For more info, visit us at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Feb 17, 202125 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Episode 38 - Why public relations matters

Join Mike & Dave as they discuss how important Public Relations is for your business! For more info, please visit us online at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Feb 10, 202120 minSeason 2Ep. 16

Episode 36 - How to Manage Introverts

Join Mike & Dave for Episode 36 as they discuss how you as a manager can manage an employee that is an introvert! A different management style is needed, and we discuss how you can help them become successful! For more info, please visit us at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Feb 08, 202118 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Episode 35 - Getting Stuff Done - Remotely or not

Join Mike & Dave for Episode 35 as they discuss how you can get stuff done....whether you are at the office or working remotely. The way we do business has changed, possibly forever, so take a listen and hear how you can be productive regardless of where you are working! For more info, please visit us at EBTIDAGrowthSystems.com

Feb 05, 202119 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Episode 33 - Emotional Intelligence - We all need some

Join Mike & Dave as they discuss Emotional Intelligence and how important it is for each of us! The boys also share a way you can help those in need! For more info, visit us online at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Feb 03, 202119 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Episode 31 - The Importance of Onboarding Well

Join Mike & Dave for Episode 31 as they discuss the Importance of Onboarding. It is crucial in your employees success and in turn, your success! Visit us online for more info - EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Jan 28, 202114 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Episode 30 - Should I Buy a piece of Capitol Equipment

Join Mike and Dave for Episode 30 as they discuss if it is a good idea for you to buy a piece of Capitol Equipment! For more info, please visit us online at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Jan 27, 202126 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Episode 28 - Getting to know Focused on Machining Part 2

Mike & Dave are joined by a special guest - Justin Quinn from Focused on Machining! Join the team and hear Part 2 of Justin and Focused on Machining's story! For more info, you can visit them online at focusedonmachining.com

Jan 20, 202140 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Episode 27 - Focused on Machining with Justin Quinn - PART 1

Mike & Dave are joined by a special guest - Justin Quinn from Focused on Machining! Join the team and hear Part 1 of Justin and Focused on Machining's story! For more info, you can visit them online at focusedonmachining.com

Jan 19, 202136 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Episode 26 - Are you a survivor?

Join Mike and Dave on Episode 26 as they discuss what it takes to be a survivor! Also, Dave share some thoughts on how his Pittsburg Steelers did not do what they needed to do to survive the NFL Playoffs!! Visit us online at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Jan 13, 202118 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Episode 24 - HR Pitfalls for Business

Join Mike & Dave on Episode 24 as they discuss HR Pitfalls with a dear friend - Marnie Urlacher! For more info, please visit us at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Jan 11, 202120 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Episode 22 - Culture - to be or not to be

Join Mike & Dave on Episode 22 as they discuss Culture, which is a BIG, BIG part of every business! For more info, visit us at EBITDAGrowthSystems.com

Jan 07, 202117 min
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