Welcome, John! We're thrilled to have you join the community! It's exciting to be part of a group where we can all learn, grow, and collaborate together. Looking forward to seeing your contributions and helping each other along the way. Let’s see where this journey takes us! Feel free to ask any questions or share your ideas!

That's awesome! It sounds like the ShopBot PRT 4x8 has been a great tool for your work, and it's fantastic that you've already made some upgrades like the spindle conversion. The fact that you've also purchased a patent for your turkey box calls and are using the CNC for production shows how well it's working for your business. It’s great to hear such positive feedback about ShopBot’s customer support—definitely a big selling point for anyone considering a CNC purchase. I’ll be sure to check out your website, 4PlayTurkeyCall.com—excited to see your creations! 4o mini

It sounds like you're making great progress with your CNC journey! Even though you're still learning, the potential for CNC in woodworking is huge—imagine creating everything from custom desks to unique live edge pieces and even countertops! It’s awesome that you're aiming for $10k and have a potential inlay project with a large company—exciting opportunities ahead. Good luck dialing in your Genmitsu and getting that 4x4 setup ready on your scrap pieces before working with the ash slab. Keep us posted on your progress!

@Chris Campbell Welcome, Chris! Tackling CNC on a Mac definitely presents some unique challenges, especially when much of the software guidance leans towards Windows. Easel by Inventables is a solid start, but I totally get the frustration when resources feel limited. Our community here is all about finding creative solutions, so you’re in the right place to get insights that work for your setup. Let's work together to get that CNC collecting woodchips, not dust, and help you reach that side hustle income goal!

@Juergen Kunzmann Hi Jürgen, great to have you here! It sounds like you're off to a strong start with your Onefinity Journeyman CNC and custom cutting boards. Transitioning into a full-time B2B business is definitely an exciting next step. Many of us can relate to the challenge of finding a niche that resonates both personally and commercially. One approach to generating ideas might be to look at the intersection of your skills and what industries are currently underserved or looking for innovative solutions. You mentioned parametric wall art, which is a solid niche, but you could also explore areas like home organization, furniture, or even products for the commercial sector, such as custom signage, displays, or even small-batch prototypes. Have you thought about surveying potential customers or businesses in your area to see what they might need? Sometimes the best ideas come from conversations with the people you're aiming to serve. Also, feel free to share any ideas you're considering, and I'm sure we can brainstorm more. You're not alone in this journey, and it's all about experimenting and adapting

Welcome to the community! It's inspiring to see someone with your extensive experience in sign-making embracing a new phase with CNC work—your machines sound fantastic. Your daily goal to leave others "better off than you found them" resonates deeply; it’s a great mindset for life and work. We're excited to have you here, and I'm sure your wealth of knowledge and faith-driven approach will be a blessing to others in the group. Looking forward to learning from you and seeing the contributions you bring to the table.