408 – Yes! You Can Be Successful Opening a Retail Shop Today with Jessie Williams
Maybe you’re heard that brick-and-mortar retail shopping is dead. Don’t believe it! Retail is still an option. The dream is not lost. Today you’ll hear from Jessie, a very successful owner of three shops. She started scrappy and took advantage of growth opportunities as they presented themselves. You’ll learn about the behind-the-scenes things a store…
Tips & Talk 100 – I Had No Idea …
Regardless of what you make, there’s a skill that you’ve had to perfect. There are certain critical production points or special additions you include that make your creations extra special. There are cooling times, temperature levels, material quality specs, and interesting tools of the trade. Showing these things to your customers, things they’d never have…
407 – A Brave and Unconventional Path To An Award Winning Tea Company With Jenny Tse
The way Jenny got into her business is fascinating … not a traditional path by any means. As you listen to her story, notice how she encounters decision points along the way and leaps into the opportunities that present themselves. Scary? Yes, by her own admission. But also, exciting and with each win, she gains…
Tips & Talk 99 – How Will It Fail? And I’m Not Talking About Your Business …
How will it fail? At first glance, you may think I’m referring to the success of your business. Actually, I’m not. I’m talking about your product. And now you’re saying, “Not MY product!” I make it myself with quality materials not to mention my top-notch professional creation skills. Hold tight. I know all this is…
406 – It’s National Bakers Crafters Makers Day!
Today (January 21) is National Bakers Crafters Makers Day. A time to recognize, uplift, and celebrate YOU! (And, by the way, that means ALL handmade makers whether it’s a hobby or you’ve turned what you make into a small business.) It’s been 3 years since I established this official national day. Each year, we do…