Drew Greenblatt is the President of Marlin Steel, a USA-based manufacturer of wire baskets and sheet metal fabrications. Marlin has grown 25% over the last three years and has record of 1,422 days without a safety problem.


How a Safer Workplace Can Lead to Happier Employees

Stop thinking of safety as an obligation. The rewards are greater than you think.  Read story

6 Ways Robots Create Jobs

Don't believe the hype about job-killing robots--robots helped our company increase hiring.  Read story

A Simple Spreadsheet for Motivation & Versatility

When an absent employee nearly brought operations to a halt, our company embarked on a mission to teach workers more skills. Here's how we did it.  Read story

The 6 Best Business Planning Tips I Ever Got

Your company will face weak links and unexpected turns. Don't get caught flat-footed.  Read story

Could Your Business Withstand a Superstorm?

Probably not. As the new year approaches, it's time to re-think your disaster plans.  Read story

I Can't Buy a Robot, My Friend Fired 4 People & Other Fallout From Washington

While lawmakers spar, business owners are taking action--and it isn't pretty.  Read story

Need to Create More Innovative Products? Invest in Your Staff

Your employees are the key to competing in a global market. If your rivals have more and better engineers, you will fall behind.  Read story

5 Ways Washington Can Help Innovation

Manufacturers know that making commodity products is not the key to success. Only innovation will distinguish us from our global competitors.  Read story

4 Things Obama Should Do Before Dinner

Obama's first priority should be helping entrepreneurs create jobs. Here's how he can get that done, fast.  Read story