In this episode of the Manufacturing Automation Podcast, Michael and Matt unpack the real-world stressors of running a growing automation business—from late payments and supplier delays to team accountability and CRM systems. They share lessons from urgent hiring, optimizing sales workflows in HubSpot, and integrating video tools like Loom to close deals faster. The discussion also explores product page improvements, trade show planning, and how to handle customer expectations when things don’t go as planned. This is a candid, behind-the-scenes look at the messy but rewarding process of building smarter systems in automation.