How This Print Shop Sold Its Presses and Got More Profitable
In this episode of the Print Hustlers Podcast, we sit down with Kevin Watson of Good Ink and Michigan Awesome to talk about one of the boldest moves a shop can make — scaling down to grow smarter.
49m Aug 13, 2025
49m
From Merger to Mayhem: How a Print Shop Unmerged and Came Out Stronger| 918 Design Co.
What happens when a dream merger turns into a business nightmare? In this episode of the Print Hustlers Podcast, Leeah Calvert of 918 Design Co. shares her incredible story of merging with another print shop — only to discover that their CFO wasn't telling the full story!
56m Aug 06, 2025
56m
Lee Stuart on Mental Health, Scaling Rogue Transfers, and Building a Dream Shop
In this episode of Behind the Signs, we’re joined once again by Lee Stuart — screen printer, content creator, and now the founder of Rogue Transfers. Lee opens up about the mental health struggles he’s faced while growing his business, how he’s building systems to run his shop without him, and why he changed his mind about Direct-to-Film printing.
59m Jul 30, 2025
59m
Printing for the Thunder Finals | How Oklahoma Shirt Co. Scaled With Heart
In this Print Hustlers Podcast episode, Justin Lawrence of Oklahoma Shirt Company reveals the human-first systems that helped grow his shop. From humble beginnings printing in a hallway to running a massive operation, Justin shares how emotional intelligence, team empathy, and dialed-in systems were the real growth levers—not just marketing or machinery.
59m Jul 23, 2025
59m
Barrel Maker Diving into Live Printing - How to, Scaling, and Lessons Learned with Justin Moore
In this episode of the Print Hustlers Podcast, we sit down with Justin Moore of Barrel Maker Printing and LivePrinting.com. Justin shares the raw, behind-the-scenes journey of building a powerhouse print shop—including how live printing became a massive revenue stream, why Profit First has guided his daily financial habits for 8 years, and the reality of launching side projects like Second Chan...
1hr 15m Jul 16, 2025
1hr 15m
DGI Apparel Shutdown: Lessons & Starting a Screen Print Shop for $10K
DGI Apparel—the “Expedia of blanks”—just got shut down. So what happened… and what does it mean for your shop? In this solo Print Hustlers Podcast, Bruce and Steven break down the surprising shutdown of DGI Apparel, a software that allowed decorators to compare prices across major garment manufacturers. The platform had to close its doors—leaving shops with fewer sourcing tools and big questio...
45m Jul 09, 2025
45m
What I Learned at ThreadX: Stoicism, Sustainability, and the Future of Printing
ThreadX just wrapped—and Steven’s back with a full recap of what went down. Hosted at Robert Redford’s Sundance Resort, ThreadX 2025 brought together shop owners, CEOs, and thought leaders for an intimate and powerful weekend.
31m Jul 02, 2025
31m
Can EOS Fix Your Shop? How to Build Systems, Reduce Burnout, and Actually Grow
Is your screen printing shop running you… or are you running it? In this episode, we sit down with Michael Richman, certified EOS implementer and Fabric.Ink coach, to talk about why so many shop owners feel stuck—and how the right systems can help them get unstuck. Michael shares lessons from building and selling a custom manufacturing business, the real-world application of EOS (Entrepreneuri...
55m Jun 25, 2025
55m
Why Calm Companies Win: Hard Truths from 16 Years in Print with Andy Rudman
What if the secret to business success isn’t hustle—but calm? In Part 2 of our conversation with Andy Rudman of Shirt Kong, we dive deep into the emotional and practical evolution of running a shop for 16+ years. From legacy and burnout to customer service as marketing, Andy shares raw, honest lessons that every print shop owner needs to hear. 🎧 Topics Covered: • What Andy wishes he knew on d...
59m Jun 18, 2025
59m
Employee Limits and Time Invesments with Andy Rudman of ShirtKong
What’s holding your shop back from the next level? In this episode of the Print Hustlers Podcast, we sit down with Andy Rudman, owner of Shirt Kong, to talk candidly about the real challenges screen print shops face when trying to grow—from leadership mindset to hiring strategies and building sustainable systems. Andy shares: • Why most owners wait too long to let go • What he learned from ...
56m Jun 11, 2025
56m
How to Run a Profitable Print Shop | Nick G of Print Profit on KPIs, Cash Flow & Smart Growth
If you don’t know your shop’s profitability until it’s too late… you’re not alone. In this episode of the Print Hustlers Podcast, we sit down with Nick Gowerluck, founder of PrintProfit.com, to break down the exact numbers every print shop owner needs to track—no fluff, just real data that can change your business. Nick shares: • The “contribution margin” method for real-time profit tracking...
42m Jun 04, 2025
42m
How Logo Daddy Built a $3M Print Shop | John Gibbs on Profit, Freedom & Growth
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 about what it takes to scale and step back.
50m May 28, 2025
50m
How 1% of Your Time Can Change Your Business | Print Hustlers Podcast
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 want your business — and your life — to go. He ...
10m May 21, 2025
10m
Why Most Shops Stay Stuck | Strategy, Scaling, and Busy Season Survival
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 avoid burning cash during busy season • ...
29m May 14, 2025
29m
The Mecca of Shop Ownership: How to Reach Peak Performance as a Print Shop Owner
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 owners This is an honest, tactical look at how to stop gri...
13m May 07, 2025
13m
How I Finally Hired the Right Production Manager | Billy McDevitt Returns
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 production manager — changed everything. From trial ...
53m Apr 30, 2025
53m
DTF Doomsday, Printavo Upgrades & The Truth About Owning a Machine
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 also share what they’ve learned running Fabr...
40m Apr 23, 2025
40m
Building a High-Performing Sales Team in Print | Zach Corn of Barrel Maker
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 Groupon, managing massive live printing gigs, and ...
1hr 6m Apr 16, 2025
1hr 6m
Dream Big, Lead Bigger: Clive Ormerod, CEO of AS Colour
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 globally, Clive’s journey is packed with real, practi...
58m Apr 09, 2025
58m
How a Full-Time Firefighter Runs a $1.5M Print Shop | Jared Gavard of JG Graphics
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.
53m Apr 02, 2025
53m
Business, Burnout & Anti-Goals: Redefining Success with Andy Rudman!
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 lessons and personal growth, this episode is packed...
52m Mar 26, 2025
52m
The Legal Side of a Screen Printing Entities
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.
1hr 2m Mar 19, 2025
1hr 2m
Game-Changing Sales Strategies for Screen Printers w/ Kevin Baumgart
🚀 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 Lines That Get Replies 📧 ✅ Cutting-Edge Tools...
1hr 1m Mar 12, 2025
1hr 1m
How Commonwealth Print Shop Had Its Most Profitable Year—Working LESS!
How Commonwealth Print Shop Had Its Most Profitable Year—Working LESS! by Printavo
57m Mar 05, 2025
57m
Visiting Honduras and 2025 Shop Planning
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!
48m Feb 18, 2025
48m
Workhorse + Lawson Merging? What’s Next…
Workhorse + Lawson Merging? What’s Next… by Printavo
44m Feb 11, 2025
44m
Running an INKclusive shop with Jed Seifert of Stakes MFG
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/
51m Feb 04, 2025
51m
THE Riley Hopkins!
THE Riley Hopkins! by Printavo
1hr 1m Jan 29, 2025
1hr 1m
Mastering Delegation & Leadership with Sarah Silverman
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 owner or scaling your operation, Sarah’s expertise...
1hr 5m Jan 21, 2025
1hr 5m
Getting Screen Printers Into Promo With Snugz
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!
1hr 2m Jan 15, 2025
1hr 2m
Don't Join Fabric. Who Needs Accountability
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 talk about why they've started this new compan...
28m Jan 08, 2025
28m
The 2024 Shirtee Awards with Shirt Show!
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!
1hr 15m Dec 30, 2024
1hr 15m
What roles to use VAs as in a screen printing shop
What roles to use VAs as in a screen printing shop by Printavo
48m Dec 25, 2024
48m
A 2025 Screen Printing Industry Preview with Alex Chausovsky
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 - alex@bundygroup.com
1hr 6m Dec 18, 2024
1hr 6m
Customer Service Red Flags For Your Shop
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: https://inkkitchen.com/industry-specific-cu...
41m Dec 11, 2024
41m
Inside S&S Activewear: CEO Discusses AlphaBroder and Bold Future Plans
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!
1hr 15m Dec 04, 2024
1hr 15m
Scaling Your Business: Lessons from Growing from 15 to 30 Employees | Justin Rip
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 focused on finances, sales, and operations.
50m Nov 27, 2024
50m
Commission Structures and Growth Strategies with Sales Ink
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 how to fix them ✔️ The right time to hire...
59m Nov 20, 2024
59m
Print Hustlers Conf 2024 Recap - What did you miss?!
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!
1hr 8m Nov 13, 2024
1hr 8m
Creating a Calmer Shop w/Justin Lawrence
*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.
55m Nov 06, 2024
55m
Manufacturing DTF Equipment with BMAC Industries
Manufacturing DTF Equipment with BMAC Industries by Printavo
55m Oct 30, 2024
55m
Diversifying Your Screen Printing Shop...Or Not?
Diversifying Your Screen Printing Shop...Or Not? by Printavo
43m Oct 23, 2024
43m
Print Hustlers Conf 2024…Should You Go?!
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/PrintHustlersConference2024
22m Oct 16, 2024
22m
Better New Hire Onboarding from MrBeast + Screen Printing Sales Growth
Better New Hire Onboarding from MrBeast + Screen Printing Sales Growth by Printavo
45m Oct 09, 2024
45m
Print Hustlers Conf 2024 is Coming!
Print Hustlers Conf 2024 is Coming! by Printavo
38m Oct 02, 2024
38m
Financial Planning for Screen Printing Shops
Financial Planning for Screen Printing Shops by Printavo
53m Sep 25, 2024
53m
$500k to $1m in Screen Printing Sales - Masterclass Part 2
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!
1hr 9m Sep 18, 2024
1hr 9m
Business Metrics And HR V1 Audio Only
Business Metrics And HR V1 Audio Only by Printavo
43m Sep 11, 2024
43m
Finding Your Shop's Focus with Gorilla Joe Printing
Finding Your Shop's Focus with Gorilla Joe Printing by Printavo
56m Sep 04, 2024
56m
Politics in the Workplace or Not? With Anthony at StickerMule
Politics in the Workplace or Not? With Anthony at StickerMule by Printavo
58m Aug 28, 2024
58m