Paul Downs
CEO of Paul Downs Cabinet Makers, a custom conference-table maker; longtime small-business owner who discusses operations, staffing decisions, backlog management, and marketing/SEO strategy for a craft-based business.
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Jul 1, 2025 • 57min
Something’s Happening in the Job Market
In this engaging discussion, Paul Downs, a custom furniture maker, shares his surprising spike in job applications and explores implications for hiring practices with Kate Morgan, an HR expert, and Liz Piccarazzi, who manufactures trash and package bins. They discuss the balance between what companies offer vs. expectations, the impact of AI on job security, and the emotional strain of rejecting qualified candidates. Additionally, Liz provides a cheerful update on her tariff situation, while they weigh the risks of starting a business in today's economy.
Nov 18, 2025 • 45min
She Still Packs Every Order as if It’s a Gift
Channon Kennedy, founder of Kiwi Vision and inventor of the Morgan Square tool, shares her journey of balancing a banking career with her growing hardware business. She discusses the excitement of fulfilling orders and her plans for international expansion. Paul Downs, CEO of a custom cabinet-making business, provides an update on his company's recent sales rebound after facing layoffs. He reveals how shifting military contracts have influenced demand while contemplating staffing decisions amid economic uncertainty. Both guests navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship with resilience.
