Biz/Build by Diamondback

Scalability: Custom vs Customizable vs Production Pt 1

Growing a business can be a challenge especially if you haven't decided exactly how you want to present your product. Do you want to make everything to order? Do you want to have predetermined options for the consumer to choose from? Or is you product a one-size-fits-all operation? We discuss the pros and cons of the ways you can scale up.

Textiles in America...and on Youtube

As the textile industry continues to move production overseas we discuss why it is difficult starting, growing and maintaining a textile company in the United States. We begin the conversation when Connor first purchased Diamondback and end with the myriad of possibilities about where the company can go. And who knows, Connor might streak the Super Bowl somewhere along the way.

I'm a Business, Man: Business Entities Pt. III

Part three of this conversation brings everything to a close. As a business owner or a person looking to start a business be sure you do further research into the advantages and disadvantages of each business entity type. You might find there are better ways to protect yourself...and make more money!

I'm a Business, Man: Business Entities Pt. II

In part two of this conversation we dig deeper into LLC's and Corporations. Learn how to best protect you and your business in liability cases. Also, get a deeper understanding of how you are taxed based off what business entity you choose.

I'm a Business, Man: Business Entities Pt. 1

So you want to go from being a businessman to a business, man. Well, deciding which type of business designation you should have for yourself can be tricky. It helps to know the pros and cons of them before making a decision. Should you be a Sole Proprietor? How do you form a successful Partnership? When should you form an LLC or Corporation? We cover all these topics and a more. 

The Atlas Effect Pt. 2: Red Seas, Blue Seas and Your Business

As a business owner it is important that you identify competition and determine whether you want to directly compete with them or forge your own lane. We discuss ways you can exit the fray and create your own destiny.

The Atlas Effect: The Changing Face of the Trades

A business trip to Atlas Tools and Machinery in Toronto, Canada leads to so many conclusions about the state of the trades and the changing face of those spending money in the tool industry.

Correction: The Atlas Tool Show started as a kickoff sales event when the company moved into it's new facility. Social media did help boost the profile of the event but the Grand Opening Sales event was already planned by Atlas.

Perils of Today - Pt. 3

In the finale of the Perils of Today conversation we look toward the future and what it will take to expand the labor force, understand the division of labor among employees and better serve the growing demand for Diamondback Tool Belts. It's a crazy ride and it has only just begun. Thanks for joining us...and tune in for more in future episodes.

Perils of Today - Pt. 2

In part two of our Perils of Today conversation we tackle company re-branding and how Diamondback is moving away from Trade Specific Tool Belt Systems to a more modular structure for their products. We also discuss interactions with customers and how to have effective customer service. 

Perils of Today - Pt. 1

Diamondback Toolbelts is in the midst of a huge transition from a small mom and pop company to a globally distributed company. This has happened in the short span of three years. In this 3-part episode we look at the challenges we have faced during this time and the solutions we have come up with to deal with those challenges. This is your inside look at the business of building Diamondback.