# Episode 215: iCharcoal pad pro computer

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2019-06-07
- Length: 59m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-06-07-episode-215-icharcoal-pad-pro-computer
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/episode-215-icharcoal-pad-pro-computer

## Summary

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss their evolving approaches to content creation, focusing on Jimmy's decision to prioritize long-term sponsorships over one-off deals and the hosts' strategies for managing their time and creative energy. They debate the validity of digital fabrication, with Jimmy defending 3D printing as 'mindmade' creation and Bob comparing it to historical shifts in sawing technology. The group also identifies specific tasks they avoid, such as home renovation and accounting, to focus on their core strengths, while recommending creators like The Steady Craftsman and Carolyn Hins.

## Chapters

- [0:01](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-06-07-episode-215-icharcoal-pad-pro-computer#t=1) Introduction and Computer Troubleshooting
- [6:24](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-06-07-episode-215-icharcoal-pad-pro-computer#t=384) Sponsorship Strategy and Long-Term Deals
- [17:14](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-06-07-episode-215-icharcoal-pad-pro-computer#t=1034) Projects the Hosts Refuse to Do
- [33:47](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-06-07-episode-215-icharcoal-pad-pro-computer#t=2027) Innovation: The Scissor Lift Barbecue
- [39:47](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-06-07-episode-215-icharcoal-pad-pro-computer#t=2387) The Debate on 3D Printing and Digital Fabrication
- [53:29](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-06-07-episode-215-icharcoal-pad-pro-computer#t=3209) Creator Recommendations and Patreon Support

## Topics

- [Direct-to-consumer & e-commerce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/direct-to-consumer)
- [AI & machine learning](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/ai-and-machine-learning)
- [Creator business](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/creator-business)
- [Marketing & brand](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/marketing-and-brand)
- [Hiring & workforce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/hiring-and-workforce)

## Most relevant to

established companies

## Mentioned

- iMac Pro (product)
- iPad Pro (product)
- Arduino (product)
- Raspberry Pi (product)
- Lincoln (company)
- DeWalt (company)
- Lowe's (company)
- Squarespace (company)
- Fusion (tool)
- The Steady Craftsman (other)
- JSK Kubo (other)
- Carolyn Hins (other)

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