In this episode of the Print Hustlers Podcast, we’re joined by John Gibbs, founder of Logo Daddy Graphics, as he shares how he built a $3M+ print shop that doesn’t rely on him to operate day-to-day. From designing a business that supports his lifestyle to hiring the right team and maintaining profitability through market shifts, John gets real abou…

Most shop owners are buried in the day-to-day. Orders, emails, interviews, production — it never stops. But what if just 1% of your time could change everything?In this solo episode, Bruce Ackerman breaks down a tactical, three-part framework for using 1% of your time each month (just 2 hours!) to slow down, think, and define where you actually wan…

Bruce and Steven sit down to talk shop — literally. No guests, no fluff — just two print industry veterans breaking down the realities of running, growing, and surviving in the custom apparel world.They dig into: • Why most shop owners never make time to think strategically • The 5 stages of business growth (and where most shops get stuck) • How to…

In this solo episode, Bruce from Printavo breaks down what it really means to reach peak performance as a shop owner — and how to build a business that doesn’t run your life.After over a decade of running Printavo, helping thousands of shops, and reflecting on leadership at scale, Bruce shares his vision of the “Mecca” for print shop ownersThis is …

Hiring the right production manager can transform your shop — and hiring the wrong one can set you back months. In this episode, Billy McDevitt returns to the Print Hustlers Podcast for part 3 of his hiring journey.Billy opens up about what went wrong with the first candidate, how they revamped their hiring process, and how Josh — their new product…

In this episode of the Print Hustlers Podcast, Bruce and Steven go deep. From the long-awaited receiving feature launch in Printavo, to scaling with better tools like Zapier and Gusto, to what shops are getting totally wrong about buying DTF machines — this one’s full of sharp insights, hard truths, and software that actually saves your sanity.They…

What does it take to build a powerhouse sales and customer service team in the print industry? Zach Corn, VP of Sales & Customer Experience at Barrel Maker, breaks it all down — from managing live events across the world to crafting intentional hiring and training systems that actually work.Zach shares the lessons learned from cold-calling at Group…

In this episode of the Print Hustlers Podcast, we sit down with Clive Ormerod, CEO of AS Colour, one of the most respected premium apparel brands in the world. Clive shares his approach to leadership, brand building, innovation, and why obsession with detail separates good companies from great ones. From his time at Nike to growing AS Colour global…

How do you run a $1.5M screen printing shop while working 48-hour shifts as a full-time firefighter? Jared Gavard of JG Graphics in Northern California joins the Print Hustlers Podcast to break down how he scaled his print shop, delegated operations, and stayed focused on what matters.By Printavo

What happens when you turn the page on one chapter of your business and start another? 🌀 In this honest conversation, Andy Rudman of Shirt Kong joins Bruce and Steven to talk about his recent transition, what it means to grow a business, and how he’s setting anti-goals to stay focused and fulfilled.From printing industry trends to leadership lesson…

Whether you’re starting, scaling, or selling your print shop, having the right legal foundation is critical. In this episode, attorney James Bebawy breaks down business structures, legal protections, and exit strategies to ensure your print shop is set up for success.By Printavo

🚀 Boost Your Screen Printing Sales with Proven Strategies! In this episode of the Print Hustlers Podcast, we welcome back fan-favorite Kevin Baumgart, sales expert and owner of Set Sales. Kevin joins hosts Bruce and Steven, co-founders of Fabric.ink, to drop invaluable insights on:✅ Sales Tactics That Actually Work 🏆✅ Cold Email Secrets & Subject L…

How Commonwealth Print Shop Had Its Most Profitable Year—Working LESS! by PrintavoBy Printavo

We catch up with Bruce and Steven and discuss Steven's trip to Honduras to see GraphXSource's new operation. We then dive into helping shop owners build a leadership foundation and goal structure to help them grow toward the same goal. Metrics, leadership roles, and more discussed here on the latest Print Hustlers Podcast!…

Workhorse + Lawson Merging? What’s Next… by PrintavoBy Printavo

Jed Seifert of Stakes Manufacturing in Eastlake, OH joins us on the podcast to talk about their massive decorated apparel operation! Jed is an advocate for hiring people with disabilities in the print shop and educates us on the hiring process. Inkclusivity Website: https://www.inkclusivity.com/By Printavo

THE Riley Hopkins! by PrintavoBy Printavo

In this episode of the Print Hustlers Podcast, we dive deep into leadership, delegation, and team management with Sarah Silverman, Ph.D., Co-Founder and CEO of Outside Angle. Sarah shares insights into overcoming delegation challenges, building trust within teams, and fostering a culture of growth and innovation. Whether you’re a small business own…

Brittany David of Snugz joins us to tell us about the power of selling promotional products along with your decorated apparel. What's the sales structure like? Why do a lot of print shops hesitate to sell promotional products? We discuss this and more!By Printavo

Steven, Bruce & Kevin Baumgart are starting a new company and you won't want to miss this. The 3 of them announce a new endeavor: Fabric. Fabric is a vetted membership community for committed shop owners of all sized to help reach peak business performance. Coaching, monthly meetings, small group accountability, and expert speakers. The 3 of them t…

Shirt Show joins us for the annual Shirtee Awards where we give our picks for best shirt of the year, favorite episode, and our predictions for 2025!By Printavo

What roles to use VAs as in a screen printing shop by PrintavoBy Printavo

Alex the Economist is on the show today giving a few projections for 2025 and what the new presidential administration could mean for shop owners! Alex Chausovsky - [email protected] Printavo

Bruce and Steven discuss a great article on Customer Service in our industry by Ink Kitchen. They interviewed Zach Corn of Barrel Maker Printing and he shared some key insights in hiring and sustaining a successful customer service team. The pod duo also discuss planning for the slow months and what to look for in the next year!Ink Kitchen Article:…

S&S Activewear CEO Frank Myers joins us on another MEGAPOD with Shirt Show. Frank dives deep into S&S's monumental acquisition of AlphaBroder and what this means for shop owners across the industry. Don't miss this insider perspective! Share your thoughts in the comments!By Printavo

Justin Rip of RipPrint in South Florida shares his journey of growing his custom printing business from a spare bedroom to a thriving operation with 30 employees and multiple revenue streams. Justin dives into key lessons learned during growth milestones, the challenges of scaling, and how he transitioned from hands-on tasks to a leadership role fo…

In this episode of the Print Hustlers Podcast, we're diving deep into all things sales for print shops! Whether you're managing a $500K shop or aiming for $1M+, we’re covering:✔️ Sales commission structures that motivate and scale✔️ Hiring your first account manager vs. a sales rep✔️ Quotas, bonuses, and accelerators explained✔️ Common mistakes and…

Justin joins us again this week to go over Print Hustlers Conf and what we all thought about the full experience! Lots of nuggets of wisdom that we share!By Printavo

*this episode was recorded on 10/16/24 BPH (Before Print Hustlers.)*On todays episode we chat with Justin Lawrence who has taken a new approach to his management position. With a sense of calm, he explains his new humble outlook on OK Shirt Co and what being a seasoned manager and owner means to all of us.…

Manufacturing DTF Equipment with BMAC Industries by PrintavoBy Printavo

Diversifying Your Screen Printing Shop...Or Not? by PrintavoBy Printavo

Rodney and Elisa of DLH Screen Printing chat with us about Print Hustlers Conference 2024! What they love about going, who they're excited to see, and why you should be going too!Use Code HUSTLERS24 for a discount off your PH Conf tickets!https://madelab.io/event/PrintHustlersConference2024By Printavo

Better New Hire Onboarding from MrBeast + Screen Printing Sales Growth by PrintavoBy Printavo

Print Hustlers Conf 2024 is Coming! by PrintavoBy Printavo

Class is in session! You don't want to miss this awesome episode with Kevin Baumgart of SetSales. We cover what it's gonna take to push your shop from $500k to your first $1m. There's a few sales tricks and things to look out for that Kevin has laid out for you! Don't miss it!By Printavo

Business Metrics And HR V1 Audio Only by PrintavoBy Printavo

Finding Your Shop's Focus with Gorilla Joe Printing by PrintavoBy Printavo

Politics in the Workplace or Not? With Anthony at StickerMule by PrintavoBy Printavo

Selling Trust Printshop: Business With Intention | Matt Lucas by PrintavoBy Printavo

Should You Have an Exit Strategy? Feat. Shirt Show! by PrintavoBy Printavo

Empowering Women of Color in Screen Printing | Christine Geronimo of Midnight Supply Co. by PrintavoBy Printavo

Cole Lundstrom joins us on the show to talk about closing down his print shop. He chats with us about looking back at things he would have done differently, and looking forward to how he's using his experience now.By Printavo

How to Be Direct With Screen Printing Staff + StickerMule Constroversy by PrintavoBy Printavo

It's Bruce and Steven's De-classified Hiring Survival Guide! What should your team look like at certain revenue points? How many people should be on press at 500k in revenue? 1 million? Steven gives insight on how his shop grew at these different milestones.By Printavo

First Outbound Sales Hire & Digitizing With StitchEngine.IO by PrintavoBy Printavo

Realities of a Shop Owner (Burn Out, People Issues, and Growth) by PrintavoBy Printavo

Sales Masterclass | Kevin & Steven Special by PrintavoBy Printavo

Buying and Selling a Contract Screen Printing Shop + Their Growth Journey by PrintavoBy Printavo

Steven's Consulting Secrets to Screen Printing Success: Wins and Business Retreat Insights by PrintavoBy Printavo

How To Grow Your Screen Printing Shop With Less Effort w/Mark Coudray by PrintavoBy Printavo