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June 24, 2025 โ€ข 55 mins

Discover how Mike Frick, co-founder of Bear Iron Works, transformed his welding and construction background into a thriving global brand. In this inspiring conversation with Simply Be Found, Mike shares his entrepreneurial journeyโ€”from building his first rock screen to shipping mining equipment around the world. Learn how digital marketing, innovation, and grit fueled the companyโ€™s rise.

๐ŸŽฏ Key Takeaways:

โ€” How Bear Iron Works started from a side project

โ€” Leveraging college skills to launch a business

โ€” Building custom construction equipment for global industries

โ€” Transitioning from traditional sales to digital marketing

โ€” The power of family in building a business legacy

โ€” Why YouTube and customer videos are game changers

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๐ŸŒ Website: https://bearironworks.net/

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๐Ÿ™ Special thanks to Mike Frick of Bear Iron Works for sharing his inspiring story and insight with us.

๐Ÿ”‘ Key Points:

โ€” Building a welding side hustle into a business

โ€” Family-powered marketing success

โ€” Custom equipment for mining, farming, and more

โ€” The story behind the "Cub" and "Growler" rock screens

โ€” Challenges & victories of small business growth

โ€” How YouTube & customer feedback fuel visibility

โ€” Pivoting during downturns & economic changes

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