by Jess | Etsy, Interviews, Podcasts
Today I talk to LL Divens – who has a similar story to mine! He began his Etsy store as a side hustle in 2014 while working full time in a corporate job. He’s been a handmade biz coach since 2019, and also has a podcast – Handmade & Beyond (you...
by Jess | Interviews, Podcasts
If you use Pinterest (or want to) do NOT miss this episode! Today, I’m talking with Kate Ahl, and she shares ALL the things you need to know to use Pinterest to market your handmade business in 2021 and beyond! The founder of Simple Pin Media, Kate Ahl has been...
by Jess | Interviews, Podcasts
Today I have the pleasure of chatting with Jenn Johnston – a long-term listener of the Create & Thrive Podcast, who has grown her business slowly to the point where she’s been able to go full-time! Jenn took the slow and steady approach to business...
by Jess | Interviews, Podcasts
How do your customers know whether your business is for them? Your branding, of course! This instantly tells folks if your work is going to fit their lifestyle and aesthetics, and if it resonates with them, you’re more likely to capture and keep their interest....
by Jess | Interviews, Podcasts
Dana Midkiff has done an amazing job of growing a small handmade wreath business into an empire – and surpassing 7 figures in sales thanks to her Amazon Handmade shop. Dana was a CPA who did the 9-5 corporate thing for many years. When her 2nd child was six...
by Jess | Interviews, Podcasts
Today I interview my English counterpart – we joked in the episode that we are the same person who took different paths! Award-winning entrepreneur and Jewellery business expert Jessica Rose is the founder and Director of the London Jewellery School and...