Running my machine while my wife is being threatened and then…

Craziest CNC Machine Shop Story Of All Time…
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[@marioavila4997]

It’s crazy. I had seen this video of you telling this story about 2 years ago now and I was inspired then. Well fast forward, I started up my own metal fabrication shop specializing in production welding and design, and a year in business now, bad deals and not budgeting correctly almost took me out of business as I’m starting. Then suddenly this video of you with the audio playing of the original video pops up and as I’m listening to it, I get happy because bills are due, rent is due, workers need to get paid, and I had no work coming in. A day after watching the video, a medium sized company that manufactures hydraulic pumps for oil rigs calls me and asks me to produce different custom metal frames for them that would literally be enough money to keep my shop going for another year meanwhile I get more clients. I closed the deal, and I’m almost done with the jobs only two months into the year. I don’t know how they got my number or how exactly the chose my company over hundreds here in Los Angeles, Ca. I can’t question it, I’m just being grateful and will continue to move forward 💪🏼

[@mr.universe740]

Been almost a year now since you commented. How are things going now??

[@brandonstennes4931]

Did your business take off finally?.

[@arsehole420]

he dead

[@thefreedomchopper4027]

Got my coffee and the tree is lit up. This was a perfect video to start the day with! So glad it worked out.

[@AlphaSierra375]

I thoroughly respect you Titan. Your legacy is an inspiration to millions. Stay well and stay free brother!

[@emc8564]

this guy is doing a greater job. he's not just making parts, he is an inspiration for all of us. he 's humble and always helping us to move forward. He's a blessed man.

[@TechToolsMichael]

Im at a very low period of my life. Thank you for telling your story. It has given me strength to keep fighting, keep going for myself and my family. Some may call it coincidence, I see it as divine intervention. THANK YOU 🙏

[@billdivine9501]

I can relate. I am at a real crossroads. Videos like this let me know I’m not alone.

[@naoyatakamasa2001]

You’re not alone!

[@razormazor6947]

You got this. 👍

[@wannabecarguy]

I'm fighting pneumonia currently. And I can't find the energy to get anything done. I think it's the end of my business

[@charlesdavis7940]

Hang in there. It takes grit. Tip: The answer won’t come to you when you are gnashing your teeth in pain. It will come when you are calm, at your wits end, and it speaks in a quiet voice. Listen to that voice. Then act on it. Do that, and it will work out.

[@cheater00]

Similar situation... Almost got evicted from home... Judge flouted my rights, faked my consent, faked legal documents. Mistrial, judge might lose job over this. Landlord doing the craziest stuff you can think of. Sending over thugs. Cutting off the water supply by cutting off the pipe! Turning off the lights so I slip and fall and get hurt which I did. Getting through this halfway thanks to my own wit and halfway with a good lawyer... Remember, if a judge calls you on your phone, always record all conversations, that's what bailed me out, never mind the right to privacy! People will lie, and when that comes out, you got 'em! The third lawyer I had to take... the previous two were a bust! Finally found a guy with 30 years of experience as a landlord himself and as a lawyer... Close to retiring similar to your lawyer... He knows all the tricks. He's helping me navigate everything and instead of me owing the landlord a paltry 2k, the landlord might owe me a good 50k now... due to a technicality... Great turnout against a monster landlord!

[@lambdaman3228]

Let me get this straight. The judge was so bad they might lose their job. Your landlord is part of a gang and has thugs working for him, lurking around your home turning lights on and off and literally severing your water pipe creating a need for an expensive repair rather than turning off the valve. Your first two lawyers both were garbage. This is the craziest story I have ever heard. A bit too crazy if you ask me. Are all these people out of line, or is there some other thread that connects them all together? Hmm...

[@cheater00]

@@lambdaman3228 ok buddy

[@lambdaman3228]

@@cheater00 I'm not your buddy friend.

[@kyleward4118]

Titan I don't think u completely understand how inspirational u really are, I thank u for ur powerful words, and for ur drive to teach, to open new doors to those who didn't have any door to open, and for that I owe graditude THANK U

[@nathanhood4800]

Your not over the top. You know what you want and you go after it. You are truly the man when it comes to this industry. The story of rising and falling and rising again is a inspiration. Some of us need to hear this story.

[@MrMamanDon]

Getting help from the big guy is underrated. He straight up helps out of thin air.

[@MissionaryInMexico]

Lower case big guy is Jotato Brandon. Upper Case Big Guy is the Lord Jesus Christ.

[@patriklindholm7576]

Which one?

[@patriklindholm7576]

@@MissionaryInMexico Or Mohammed. Or Krishna. Or Jupiter. Or Freya. Your call if you can tell the difference. But be sure to pick the right one, since you don't want a poor choice sending you to the hot place of some other worldview claiming to be as certain as you.

[@MissionaryInMexico]

@@patriklindholm7576 *No false goda allowed. Only the one True Living God, the Lord God Jesus Christ. Mythical deities are powerless because they don't exist.*

[@Mike-lt6sj]

@@MissionaryInMexico They say atheism is the belief in just one less God. I don't know about any of them, but I'm glad enjoy yours.

[@seanshomeshop325]

its always rough when the work stops, as well im in awe how the landlord would be so pigheaded in a situation he may not get rent for the next little bit in a crash. personally this is why ive spent a lot of my energy saving as much as i can because we've just seen so many little crashes over the years now

[@drew8642]

The crashes aren’t by accident

[@roylucas4414]

I'm in awe of this man's story. Thank you for making me aware how you overcame your adversity.

[@lschevyguy4865]

Thanks for this story. It is really strengthening my faith through my own tough time I am going through right now.

[@iamthepeterman54]

Great story! Goes to show that lawyers, bankers and distributors aren’t always the bad guys at all. There are good and bad people everywhere. Good people make such a difference!

[@aaronweatherson4379]

Titan's stories are not just stories...they are Parables...

[@robertprice2108]

The roller coaster of business is all to well known. I have been in the automotive business for over 20yrs an 2006 was the worst year with a fire from an adjacent building catching fire to my house flooding to the IRS audit but was not laying down for nothing. Went to Church every Sunday like always knowing God would put us in the right direction. The hard part was I never just thought of only myself but the guys an their family to. Then we get back up just to get knocked back down in 2009 an sure we all know when that happened but put one foot in front of the other an worked through that. The landlord well lets just say this he got what we call karma an we moved to were we are now 10 yrs ago an haven't looked back. The lord works in mysterious ways an just be willing to ride the wave when it comes. Thanks for sharing Titan.

[@rjung_ch]

Thanks for sharing your story, its very moving. Happy that you got the help needed. Keep it up man, you're on the right path.

[@cryptovegan8526]

Hey Titan, when I was in trade school the Machine shop teacher tried to convince me to get into machining parts. Now 55, watching your you tube videos makes me wonder…what if. You inspire my being in life!🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Tballance74]

Incredible story, Titan. Continue to pay it forward, brother, Also, that is an awesome chess set you milled out.

[@iroschembri9569]

Thanks for sharing the pain and then the uplifting emotions. Stay strong!

[@toyruss]

great story - thanks for sharing it. as an ex-CAD guy, i appreciate machinists & sometimes they help me out of a jam.

[@spezkay81]

The year of the recession was rough on our shop too. Everyone got laid off, except me. A few years later my boss/owner told me that I made more money than him that year. Was a crazy year. When you only make 40k a year and you out earn your millionaire boss who owns the shop. I am still thankful to this day. It can all go away in a blink of an eye guys. Be thankful if you’re working and bringing home the bacon!

[@charlesdavis7940]

The owner gets paid last. At least the honest ones.

[@september29ification]

Thanks for sharing! To all the people struggling seeing this, this is a familiar story to anyone trying to make something in life. I went through the same thing, Insurance agency, took years, hard work and faith. It's heartwarming to hear this guys passion and inspiration to everyone having a tough time. hang in there, it gets better!

[@jacksmith2617]

Titan, thanks for sharing, right now. I am going through a tough time. We are going through a tough time at our shop. We were praying for work at our shop, God answered, now we have more than enough and then we had 3 people quit. We are a small shop. I program, now run machines, and cut material, and do set ups. I am work 65+ hrs a week, and have been for the last 4 months. I know God has a plan, I am using the overtime to pay off bills. I used to love coming into the shop, but small town buddy buddy dynamics inside the shop, has put a hinder on that. I just need some rest. I will get through it. Thanks for sharing and please keep me in your prayers.

[@deathness13]

Thanks titan for sharing….ur stories always lift us up ….have a great day and everyone else at ur shop u have an amazing crew..

[@whiteknight6491]

I’m retired machinist you do great work god bless

[@AussieMikesBees]

Heart warming reminder to keep the faith in the ups and downs. In all my downs I’ve found that as soon as I stop whining and simply trust that something better is coming… something awesome happens. Thanks, Titan. Keep it up.

[@DannyUber]

Glad you guys made it through. Your workmanship is top notch. Keep it up!

[@paulkiefer5231]

Great story, BEAUTIFUL STORY. God bless Steve Johnson. Talk about divine providence! Thank you for being courageous enough to tell a very personal story. I’m an old man now and one of the most important life lessons I have learned is keep a fat emergency savings account. Because things can change in the twinkling of an eye. AND PRAY...

[@sebastianhamann9846]

Thank you from a small Manual shop owner. Very inspiring, God bless and Merry Christmas!

[@maxprocnc9052]

It's amazing story and any shop owner should watch and listen to this. There are always ups and downs and this story clearly build's up a hope in all of us. Keep up the great work Titan BOOM!

[@bearsrodshop7067]

Love this story back when I first started following you and company back in CA. I never will get tired of hearing it, and what a great testimony to re-share at the end of a year that we all wish to erase with so much negativity. Texas and us Texans must thank you and your team for moving here and giving us a chance to be on the top of the chain in manufacturing and teaching. My Our Father continue to Bless Titians of CNC, employees, students, vendors, and family. Best of the Holidays, and let's forget that Cold and icy January 2021 when you came :)> Bear.

[@jeffkeller1669]

Life is full of ups and downs (Peaks and valleys). If you're going through a valley Keep going forward no matter what happens.

[@Gkuljian]

I hesitated saying this, but every one of your videos is showing me what a bad person I've been. But at least I see a shining example to live up to. Thank you for who you are.

[@scbane]

Realizing and admitting to yourself that you have been a bad person is only bad if you do nothing about it. Make your wrongs right. I spent the time from 18-30, living off of women and occasionally stealing shit. Justified it for 12 years. Wasn't an alcoholic or do drugs, so I had zero excuses. Just lazy. It's taken me the last 12 years to make good on restitution, and get my backtrail cleaned up, finding the people I wronged or stole from and make it right, pay them what I owe.

[@jdeack]

I don't know what it is Titan, but I am glued to your videos. You are a passionate person, Keep it rolling!!

[@ebrahimgheewala963]

Hey man, just wanted to say. You're very inspirational to anyone who runs their own business. I get that your whole thing is about CNC's and it's brilliant how passionate you are about it. I do not understand any of it. We run a mid size fastener supply business and work with a large number of fabrication and machining shops, I feel like your channel does justice to all the hard work these people put in to make the world GO! Most people don't realise how many people worked overnight to make sure they get that product ready on time dor them to make that purchase. Much love my man, I hope to see you grow larger and larger ❤️

[@matthewnickolas7509]

Man titan you are absolutely amazing. Me an my dad own a metal fabrication company. We .machineing to not like you but hopefully one day.all I do know is after listening to you talk it just gave me such a stronger drive to be better.ty so much for what you an your team does.

[@hsmith3844]

the power of prayer has kept me sober and alive sos far for 30 yrs.

[@e2jw]

Awesome testimony! Thank you for sharing it! Love you brother!

[@jeffholstat378]

Yo man from Australia here. Not in manufacturing although I do love the ingenuity of CNC. Trying to start my own business and plugging along, keep getting set back in the business due to lockdown's and issues just in life in general. I have a one year old girl, I'm newly a single father as her mum got extremely sick and had to go sort it out so here I am. I'm not giving up on taking care of my girl or my business, just as that all happens my business starts to get some high profile jobs that can really set it off for me. Anyway what I really wanted to say is you know sometime's when I'm down and I need a little motivation, one your videos pop up and you talk about the problem's and how you kept faith in the business and overcome them. I've been getting pretty low and you always have something to say that I needed to hear that day. Thank you Titan I really appreciate having your words to help me get through man. Good to know that we all struggle, it's a struggle to hold on but if we do we can achieve our hearts desire.

[@steveveness3829]

G'day from West Australia, 😉 Thought I might share something my Father once told me before I started my first business as a boy. Dad said if you do what you love with all your heart and soul, feeling totally in service of others. Creating there dreams, and being rewarded for it. You are practicing Good Only Done Be humble and enjoy the journey regardless of the highs or lows, speed bumps, etc. Your service to others will be rewarded 10 fold. Peace be with You.😉🙂👍👍

[@Eatadikcommiepig]

Good for you bud. Always good to be in the favor of the big man up above

[@OtherSide..]

I have a really small lawn business for 22 years this video really helps me thank you

[@nicholasjheinz7461]

You have great courage and stamina facing adversity. Thanks for sharing!

[@goldenmath4091]

Keep being a good person Titan, very inspiring, I hope you reap what you sow, I can see how hard you work

[@dobber812]

A story of inspiration that rocked me. Bravo. Just what I needed to hear today. Be blessed!

[@tinker3962]

You are doing your mission. Very inspiring. It all starts with truth multiplied by talent.

[@johndose1379]

This is an amazing story. Thk u for sharing. It’s very uplifting

[@jasonmichaels6660]

I could listen to you speaking about your business all day!

[@unaffected_covid]

We overcome by the blood of the Lamb and the word of our testimony. What an awesome journey, and there's still so much that will be done through you all with the innovations and schooling projects. You guys truly enhance the industry... the world... through your selflessness and passion for the craft. I am inspired. Thank you for sharing. Long live Titans of CNC Machining!! Sincerely.

[@ericwoll]

Every once in a while I check out your channel. You gotta give yourself more credit.

[@flowleopard893]

This was such an emotion video for me. I had goodebumps, I had tears. And I ended with hope.

[@metalextras]

Thank your for sharing Titan!

[@SupraBdub]

Your stories are enjoyable, thanks for sharing Titan.

[@Double_Vision]

Titan is the definition of what a man is. His efforts are to provide and protect. He's not flawless, and he can fail. The difference is that he betters himself to try again harder and better the next time. I run a business of one, and the last two years have seen me lose two thirds of my work. I've had to train and work and try in order to grow what was a small part of my income to being my entire income. Now I'm branching that out into other fields, building a differentiated client base. It's been hard, and I've been unlucky and lucky all at once. The lessons Titan gives here are beyond invaluable. This is what our society needs to teach more of! Work hard, be resilient, fail and start again, *LEARN*

[@agreenwood3478]

Thank you for the much needed encouragement.

[@chauvinemmons]

Thank you Titan I needed that.

[@MechanicalMentor]

Amazing man. Don't know who you are or about the show. But helping people make a positive difference and change in people's lives is the ultimate success

[@shanemorton4587]

Awesome story.needed this today with my own business and my health not allowing me to keep running it.appreciate it very much

[@scottcook4216]

Thanks for sharing your story Titan, as a fellow business owner...we have all been through the peaks and valleys over the years, and it is tough. The struggle and the fight to stay in business is what makes us stronger, not only in business but in every other facet of life. I love your work and your openness, you are sincerely appreciated.

[@TheBmco99]

I respect this man for the good he has done I wish I had a chance to grow a company that big

[@krisphigh5690]

God bless you. Thank you for sharing that story. It's something I needed to hear right now

[@peterkwofie]

Uh, this story almost get me to cry, thanks very much daddy,I really admire ur lessons

[@travisshell8358]

GOD bless you brother. Don't ever give up. Am a machinist to. Thank you for ur story

[@rexmericle5068]

What an inspiring story. I really enjoy your videos. I am a retired quality engineer, with an additional background in programming portable CMMs in my early years. Man oh man, how I'd love to work with your company because of your passion. I'm 70 now and have many fond memories of my years, when I was performing the function of supplier quality engineering, of working with some great companies to overcome production and quality hurdles. I protected them when appropriate (large companies can be heavy handed you know) but chastised them when they were at fault. Always with respect. The company I'm retired from is one of America's oldest and largest manufacturing corporations. I loved what I did and even after almost 5 years of retirement, I'm still friends with many of my former suppliers people. Prayer is important. God works in mysterious ways!

[@netim38]

Hi from Brazil. Thanks a lot for sharing your history, really inspires me!!

[@benthurber5363]

First time I heard this solidified quite a few business principles for me. I ain't rich at the moment (not that I care, money is just a tool to fulfill my purpose,) but. I'm debt-free. The land is paid for. The shop is paid for. My tools and equipment are paid for. Making decisions every day to increase productivity and grow over time. I may not grow as fast as if I leveraged... but my worst-case scenario is to just turn the power off and do something else until I can get back on the horse. It will take time to get where I want to be, but I'm already at where I need to be.

[@charlesdavis7940]

Every shop and other small business owner should see this. When you start , and when things are going well, it’s great. You will go through a very dark time. Non-entrepreneurs don’t get this. They all think it was easy, or only see the upside. They don’t see the stress, the pain, the taxes you paid, etc. is it worth it? Absolutely. But it isn’t easy. It’s the hardest thing you will ever do. It will make you a better person. Entrepreneurs made America. Still do. Thanks for the honesty of this video. 👍

[@ccengineer5902]

"God please give me a sign" Go finds a lawyer. Lmao

[@bigblockmaro1]

Awesome story! Had no idea you guys were super close to me. Keep kicking ass!

[@drew8642]

I thought Titan has moved to Texas from California.

[@MarkWesley]

Thanks for the inspiration Titan! Boom!

[@slice40]

Nice!!! Glad to hear things are looking up bud

[@MarkSeve]

Thank you for sharing your story brother.

[@Thegrizful]

Thank you. This story is so inspirational. I’m currently in a low point in my life and I just happen to have come across your channel. I’m not a very religious person but God can be good. There is also a lot of attorneys who are good people. Your story is exactly what I needed to hear today. Thank you.

[@fredbeyl3616]

Titan, this an incredible story. I am in South Africa, I have been following this channel for about a month now. Our economy is also way down, corruption here has increased 10 fold, and spirits are way down. Today, you have encouraged me to trust, and I thank The Lord for you. Many blessings, Fred.

[@toranacar]

Love your stories mate. Very educational. Talking about your experiences is worth gold. It crossed my mind to go over to Texas and work for you or some kind of machine shop in Texas depending how bad things get here in Sydney Australia.

[@paulodeoliveira3368]

Oh no, are things also strained there?

[@dylangarrett4836]

I love you, man. I don't know you, but know I love you. Keep the faith.

[@MrScienceMaths]

Titan your inspiration to all, Love you!

[@iceman1982one]

It is beautyful . You are tought is they get . Great job Man

[@brianpaul8572]

God bless your stead fast work and tenacity.

[@MrBrutalMachinee]

This needs way more attention than it has now. People would really benefit from it, it's god damn fight for a life and you and your company were successful on it.

[@Chris-ox7qx]

Thank you Father. You provide.

[@dukie1616]

Needed to hear this! Thank you Titan, God bless American made.

[@salomond8897]

Wow .... always forward. Simply marvelous bruh! 👏 😮 👏

[@rc8rsracer1]

Amen brother! And merry Christmas!

[@mokolocomadafaka]

Thanks for sharing the great experience.

[@MrDtoll2002]

wow bro, wow. Awesome, Thank You. Love the Channel

[@kevcrowther4435]

God bless you Titan. I really enjoyed your story.

[@nunyabiz4460]

Damn dude! I'm sorry that you're going through all of this.

[@dadlifegarage2292]

Imagine a tenant not paying rent for months and somehow it's your fault. This is reason I got out of renting houses.

[@dialdude]

I just want you to know that even one year later, you are making a impact for so many business owners, that are struggling and looking for the way out and up. Like you, we cannot control what is happening in the economy, but we are willing to do whatever it takes to fix it. I have been in business for nearly 30 years. I adjusted every time the markets changed. I learned new techniques and processes. I worked harder than before. And we kept going. Now, I dont know what is gonna happen next. But...... I believe God has control, and he WILL help me make it. And just maybe...... he sent you and your video as a tool for me. Thank you. So much. Thank you.

[@scottpitner4298]

YOU and crew are titans 🤘

[@nathanthomas8184]

Optimistic is true to the believer not being pessimistic, I live down under & Titan I've seen your work A1 quality, Resources are scarce this is the new reality. Sir U R getting 1k subs a week that says alot, Titan Xmas to your family and friends & Just KEEP on KEEPING on

[@customsolutionsinc]

crazy and inspiring, I'm looking to take my automotive shop in a more custom parts direction, little nervous about bringing in the work. But I'm inspired.

[@johnspathonis1078]

Truly inspiring stuff !!

[@adampark5768]

Sick chess set. Also very insperational story. Thanks for sharing.

[@josecolom6061]

When you swim so far, and it seems like it will not end, for you are struggling , it is telling you don't give up, for if you have come this far, you can go the rest of the way, all these sacrifices you and your wife have made, are for both of you, so when you start making it back to the top, you never take it for granted and you also bring along those that have struggled with you, for it means those people have had faith in you , even when you were losing that faith,. So never give up any dreams, for it is up to you to make those dreams true ! best wishes !

[@robertwhitright9816]

Man! Praise God! Your testimony helps lift my spirit. My God richly bless you in all that you do.

[@chuckyoneill9029]

Your a man of faith GOD BLESS!

[@Sculptoroid]

Titan, can you show more how you do preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance?

[@billclark5943]

Seeing God undeniably working your life is absolutely amazingly beyond belief. Nothing compares. I burst into tears listening to your testimony. Been there myself

[@thefeet]

Oct. 24, 2022 - just watched this .... amazing story. So inspiring! Thank you for sharing.