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How to be a better business owner

How to be a better business owner

As makers we’re all good at making gorgeous things (yes, even you with the imposter syndrome) But when we start to try to build a business out of our work, there are a lot of new skills to learn.  The good news is that, just like we learned the practical skills that...
The ultimate guide to pricing art and handmade commissions

The ultimate guide to pricing art and handmade commissions

Pricing our work can be an artist’s biggest struggle, and it’s no surprise. We’ve often got complicated thoughts and feelings about our work, how to put a value on it, and whether we should be selling it at all. Is it really good enough?Can I really...
When should you start your holiday marketing?

When should you start your holiday marketing?

As an artist or maker, your relationship with the Christmas season is probably….layered?  On the one hand, it’s a huge opportunity for your business to not only make a lot of sales, but also to substantially grow your audience so that the next year is even...
The benefits of starting your holiday prep early

The benefits of starting your holiday prep early

  For most maker businesses the Christmas and holiday season is both a blessing and a curse. The stakes are high because a good Christmas season can help to cushion the quieter times that come in the beginning of the year and keep your bills paid until people are in a...
The secret to getting more done in your maker business

The secret to getting more done in your maker business

When I ask the members of Makers’ Momentum Club whether they would like more time or more money, there’s usually one clear winner. More time. We all want to have more time. More time with our friends and family. More time for creating. More time to do all of those...