In this episode, Jim Haviland and Kris Snyder discuss their upcoming events and dive into the conversation with Taylor Evans about Rust Belt Recruiting. They talk about the importance of having a strong brand name, the challenges of expanding into new areas of business, and the significance of having a consistent operating system. They also touch on the gaps in the current workforce and the potential of robotics in manufacturing. The conversation highlights the importance of intentionality, finding focus, and surrounding yourself with the right people.TakeawaysHaving a strong brand name can make a significant impact on the perception of your business.Expanding into new areas of business requires careful consideration and a clear understanding of the market.Implementing a consistent operating system can greatly contribute to the success of a business.There are significant gaps in the current workforce, particularly in skilled labor.Robotics has the potential to revolutionize manufacturing and create new job opportunities.Intentionality, finding focus, and surrounding yourself with the right people are key factors in entrepreneurial success.This week's Lay of the Land episode reviewed:https://www.layoftheland.fm/180-taylor-evans-rust-belt-recruiting-talent-reindustrialization-and-manufacturing-recruitin/Other Lay of the Land Episodes mentioned:https://www.layoftheland.fm/177-joshua-edmonds-digitalc-bridging-the-digital-divide-in-cleveland-internet-as-a-human-rig/https://www.layoftheland.fm/137-adam-rakestraw-mediview/https://www.layoftheland.fm/134-andrew-wolfe-bloomfilter/Other References:https://ohiovcfest.com/speakers/https://rustbeltrecruiting.com/https://greatercle.com/events/2024/09/24/tech/best-of-tech-day/

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