Transforming a Family Business into a Welding Powerhouse with Brian Baer

30/05/2025 36 min Episodio 201

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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 projectsImplementing automation to reduce errors and improve efficiencyImportance and impact of company culture and social mediaStrategies for bidding projects accurately and profitablyTraining new employees on specialized alloy weldingMemorable 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/ Save 20% On American Welding Program Courses With WELD20Find the course thats right for you here - https://foxly.link/t8aJ0M 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: [email protected] WELD App: @beaudiditDownload the WELD App:https://foxly.link/b7xDzp 

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