Handmade & Beyond Podcast

Let's talk about managing your Etsy business, working to grow that business, but also being able to find a work-life balance.  This is not always easy when you're very ambitious and understand that in order to grow an Etsy business you will have to find extra time.  I talk about mindset, how to carve out some extra time each day for your business, and my own personal experiences with growing my bu...

In this video you'll learn how to price your products to make the most profit and leave room on the table for marketing strategies. You'll also learn about Etsy fees and see a demo of a free fee calculator to make your life much easier! Get the Alura Etsy Fee Calculator here & then go to the resources tab:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY Become an Etsy Entrepreneur Member! Enroll here for a free...

I have another awesome Etsy Q & A to share with you! These are some of the BEST questions I received on one of my recent live group coaching calls. Here is what's covered: -Etsy Ads/Offsite Ads -Multiple Shops/Vacation Mode -Listing Variations -POD (print on demand) -Coupons/Deals & More!   Do you want to join me on our next live group coaching call? Become an Etsy Entrepreneur member and get a 30...

This is an awesome new feature that you can use to make your listings pop. This is a great way to showcase features and demonstrable products to attract more buyers. You may or may not be able to do this as a beta member before it officially launches out to everyone. It's not yet live to buyers yet but will be soon. Free 30 Day Trial: Etsy Traffic & Sales Master Class, Live Member Only Coaching Ca...

Ever want to learn what factors impact your Etsy "rank" which in return impacts your SEO and shop performance?  Look no further. I go over the main factors that impact your rank on Etsy and what to do to ensure your shop is set up for success!   Are you in the master class yet?  Let's get going.  Free 30 Day Trial: Etsy Traffic & Sales Master Class, Live Member Only Coaching Calls & Help Forum - E...

In this episode I focus on the top SEO tips to help your Etsy shop get sales much quicker.  I go over why setting up your shop sections is important, tips to do that, and listing SEO tips.   Great stuff for you in this one even if you're not a beginner! Need help growing your Etsy business much faster? Get a Free 30 Day Trial: Etsy Traffic & Sales Master Class, Live Member Only Group Coaching Call...

Researching new product demand, keywords, and improving your own listings has never been easier. Get Alura here: https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY Alura does offer a free trial to test it out, but I know you'll love it. Use this tool for: Product research - You can see if there is a demand for something you want to sell or already selling.   Keyword research - Get keyword ideas for your products fr...

I'm pulling back the curtain for you guys in this episode.  I talk about my typical day running my Etsy business.   I also throw in some tips along the way as I walk you through my day.  I have a lot of freedom but that doesn't mean it's always easy.  I still have to be disciplined and focused to continue to grow my business.   Don't miss this one!   Free 30 Day Trial: Etsy Traffic & Sales Master...

Hey everyone!  Welcome back.  I have another great podcast for you.  This episode is from a recent Q & A I did with other Etsy sellers.  I gave them a chance to ask questions.   In this episode I answer questions related to listing photos, Etsy shop names, and SEO tips/best practices, and much more! Don't miss this episode and get the extra tips you need to help your Etsy shop improve.   Free 30 D...

I haven't gone crazy.  In this episode I do talk about selling my car, but as a way to invest in my business.  I talk about why it's important to make sacrifices to invest in your business so it can grow.  You don't want to miss this! If you want to make an investment in your Etsy business you can join my Etsy Traffic & Sales Master Class & Help Forum for a 30 day free trial here: https://www.etsy...

I have another great episode for you! This episode is all about answering real questions from Etsy sellers.   I talk about shop logo tips, marketing, competition, website options, and conversion. Don't miss out on this one and get the extra tips you need to improve. Free 30 Day Trial: Etsy Traffic & Sales Master Class & Help Forum - Enroll here: https://www.etsyentrepreneur.com/freetrial

This is a super helpful episode.  I talk about why you should still be selling and why e-commerce will be exploding. Most important I talk about what's still selling and selling a lot right now. Medical worker appreciation stuff and masks Learning tools, kits, games What you can't stop, i.e. birthdays, holidays, births, friendship, Mothers Day Motivational/positive stuff Thoughtful/thinking of you...

There is a lot of talk about the recent stimulus package that was rolled out.  While I'm not an expert on this topic, I've spent a lot of time listening to the details from people who are.  I wanted to hopefully give you some clarity on this topic.  Keep in mind that this package is still subject to many changes. I talk about: -Stimulus checks -Paycheck protection loan -EIDLEA loan/grant Still not...

The dreaded 1-star review!   I talk about how I handled this review and what I did to get it changed to a 5-star review in minutes!  While I was upset at first, I didn't let impact my judgment and went into solution mode.  Still not in my 4-Week Etsy Challenge?!  Come hang out with me and grow your shop.   Enrollment ends soon!  Get in here: https://www.etsyentrepreneur.com/offers/8c8E3piz/checkou...

Times a tough, and scary.  Now is the time to put that nervous energy into action and put the pedal to the metal.  In this episode I talk about why you should be selling more now than ever and why you should be motivated. I also talk about 3 things you should be doing now to help your Etsy business.   To sign up for the 4-Week Challenge & Etsy Traffic & Sales Master Class 30 Day FREE Trial Click H...

This is a special episode where I'm interviewed by Keith from the Diversified Income Podcast.  I talk about my Etsy journey from beginning to now.  I talk about how I built my business and give tips for other people who want to sell on Etsy.   You can check out the Diversified Income Podcast Here: https://apple.co/2Ub5A68 Snag your FREE 30 day trial to the Etsy Traffic & Sales Master Class & Help...

The coronavirus is stressful and scary.  It's important to remember that we're all in this together and we can get through it together as well.  Don't let fear control you, be prepared, and stay positive.  I wanted to do a special episode sharing my thoughts and some business tips to help you during this troublesome time.   Free 30 Trial Day Master Class & Help Forum: https://www.etsyentrepreneur....

Whether you're thinking about starting an Etsy shop or have one already, it's important that your shop is set up in the correct way.  Setting up your shop and shop sections using the best practices I talk about in this podcast can help you accelerate your sales.  None of these tips are earth-shattering, but many sellers overlook the importance of their brand and shop sections.   Don't miss this la...

Have you thought about or actually sold in person at a craft show or vendor market?  In this episode I break down my strategies for making your in person sales venture a success.  I share my own experiences and give you my top tips!  You don't want to miss this episode! Also, I am giving you access to my Etsy Traffic & Sales Master Class, along with the help forum for 40% off!!!  Work with me one...

You're ready to start or have started an Etsy shop, but have no idea what to focus on.  No worries, I can help!  This podcast talks about the top areas to focus on early on so you can create momentum for future success. Start!  Don't keep putting off opening your shop for whatever reason.  Start so you can begin to learn. Don't go overboard with product inventory Have a schedule to list new produc...

Today's episode features a topic that is known to all of us but is constantly being missed.  I'm sure you've experienced both bad and good customer service.  You know how that's made you feel either way. With that in mind, I want to discuss customer service specific to Etsy and how to ensure that it is an area of strength, not a weakness for your shop. Tune in to learn best practices and strategie...

I wanted to share some lessons I learned from my Etsy journey in 2019, as well as some areas of focus for 2020.  Hopefully, this will help give you some insight and ideas to help you going forward. Lessons Learned Topics: -Don't remain idle -Free shipping -Advertising -Inventory -Seasonal Shipping 2020 Focus Topics: -Do more of what's working -More products -Different variations -YOY Growth 

In this podcast, I go over some third party resources I've used to help grow my own Etsy shops.  These resources will help you increase performance and efficiency in your shop.     Join the Etsy Sales & Traffic Master Class for $19!  Click the link below to enroll.  Offer ends 1/15/20. https://www.etsyentrepreneur.com/offers/aJoqkvkz?coupon_code=NEWYEAR

This episode I talk about 5 Etsy SEO tips to help your shop get more sales! Here is what's covered: consider your audience broad keywords seasonal keywords title SEO tips tag SEO tips  

Everyone has made a lot of mistakes in life and In business.  Often, you only hear about all the good, not the bad.  This isn't realistic.  That's why in this episode I wanted to show you that even with a successful Etsy business, I make a lot of mistakes. In this episode, I go through some of those mistakes to hopefully help you avoid making them as well.   Just know that mistakes happen, and as...