EP 201: Transforming a Family Business into a Welding Powerhouse with Brian Baer

In this week’s episode, Beau Wigington chats with Brian Baer, owner of Baer Welding in Providence, Utah. Brian shares insights on transforming Baer Welding from a small residential-focused business into a company handling major corporate projects and high-end ornamental fabrication. Brian discusses the importance of company culture, strategic business transitions, and integrating automation to enhance efficiency.

Key Topics Covered:

• Shifting business focus from residential to large-scale commercial and ornamental projects

• Implementing automation to reduce errors and improve efficiency

• Importance and impact of company culture and social media

• Strategies for bidding projects accurately and profitably

• Training new employees on specialized alloy welding

Memorable Quotes:

• “Quality, quality, quality, and efficiency. Always thinking the next step ahead.”

• “Social media has improved our company culture and helped recruit the next generation of fabricators.”

• “Automation didn't get rid of people, it got rid of the mistakes.”

Resources Mentioned:

• Automated Layout Technologies: Manufacturer of automated layout and fabrication tables - https://www.automatedlayout.com/ 

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Guest's Content & Contact:

• Instagram: @baerwelding https://www.instagram.com/baerwelding/ 

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/baer-welding-co/ 

• Website: https://baerwelding.com/ 

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BaerWelding 

Connect with Beau Wigington:

• Instagram: @beaudiditwelding https://www.instagram.com/beaudiditwelding/ 

• Email: [e-mail] 

• WELD App: @beaudidit

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