Starting a new Etsy shop or handmade business? Get ready to kickstart your entrepreneurial journey with our ultimate to-do list.

Tune in for essential tips and tasks to set up your shop for success from day one.

🎉 Join our podcast launch giveaway! 🎉
To enter:
1. Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.
2. Email a screenshot to support@handmadebosses.com.
3. Extra entry: Share the podcast on IG stories, tag @handmadebosses.

🎁 Prizes include a business success planner, a personalised shop critique, and a scholarship to the Handmade Bosses Success Academy! The giveaway ends on May 15th 2024, so don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to win big! Thank you for your support and good luck!

Struggling to list stuff that actually sells? Join our FREE Listathon challenge starting June 3rd at handmadebosses.com/listathon. Learn to list more + sell more!

🚀 Ready to supercharge your Etsy sales within 7 days? Join me in my free class by clicking here.

👀⁠ Looking for more tips and resources to grow your handmade business? Head over to handmadebosses.com and follow me on Instagram @handmadebosses for daily inspiration.

💙 Your feedback is invaluable! Take a moment to leave a rating and review. Your reviews help other creatives discover our community and learn alongside us.

In this episode we delve into Etsy's Q1 financial results and the implications for handmade businesses on the platform. You DEFO want to listen to this.

Dive in to the challenges faced by Etsy sellers, strategies being implemented by Etsy to reignite marketplace growth, the importance of differentiation in a crowded market, and the focus on improving customer experiences.

You DEFO want to listen to this.

🎉 Join our podcast launch giveaway! 🎉
To enter:
1. Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.
2. Email a screenshot to support@handmadebosses.com
3. Extra entry: Share the podcast on IG stories, tag @handmadebosses.

🎁 Prizes include a business success planner, a personalised shop critique, and a scholarship to the Handmade Bosses Success Academy! The giveaway ends on May 15th 2024, so don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to win big! Thank you for your support and good luck!

Struggling to list stuff that actually sells? Join our FREE Listathon challenge starting June 3rd at handmadebosses.com/listathon. Learn to list more + sell more!

🚀 Ready to supercharge your Etsy sales within 7 days? Join me in my free class by clicking here.

👀⁠ Looking for more tips and resources to grow your handmade business? Head over to handmadebosses.com and follow me on Instagram @handmadebosses for daily inspiration.

💙 Your feedback is invaluable! Take a moment to leave a rating and review. Your reviews help other creatives discover our community and learn alongside us.

Struggling to get your products noticed online? In this episode, we're diving into the nitty-gritty of getting your products to rank in search results.

Join me as we explore actionable strategies that will breathe new life into your handmade business, reigniting sales and paving the way for a brighter future.

🎉 Join our podcast launch giveaway! 🎉
To enter:
1. Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.
2. Email a screenshot to support@handmadebosses.com.
3. Extra entry: Share the podcast on IG stories, tag @handmadebosses.

🎁 Prizes include a business success planner, a personalised shop critique, and a scholarship to the Handmade Bosses Success Academy! The giveaway ends on May 15th 2024, so don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to win big! Thank you for your support and good luck!

Struggling to list stuff that actually sells? Join our FREE Listathon challenge starting June 3rd at handmadebosses.com/listathon. Learn to list more + sell more!

🚀 Ready to supercharge your Etsy sales within 7 days? Join me in my free class by clicking here.

👀⁠ Looking for more tips and resources to grow your handmade business? Head over to handmadebosses.com and follow me on Instagram @handmadebosses for daily inspiration.

💙 Your feedback is invaluable! Take a moment to leave a rating and review. Your reviews help other creatives discover our community and learn alongside us.

Is your shop feeling like it's stuck in a rut? Maybe it's been years since you last updated your listings, or maybe you're ready to dive back in and give things another shot.

Whatever the case, there's no need to despair. In this episode, I'm tackling the question: How do you resurrect a dead shop?

Join me as we explore actionable strategies that will breathe new life into your handmade business, reigniting sales and paving the way for a brighter future.

🎉 Join our podcast launch giveaway! 🎉
To enter:
1. Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.
2. Email a screenshot to support@handmadebosses.com with the subject line 'Podcast Competition'.
3. BONUS entry: Share the podcast on your IG stories, and tag @handmadebosses.

🎁 Prizes include a business success planner, a personalised shop critique, and a scholarship to the Handmade Bosses Success Academy! The giveaway ends on May 15th 2024, so don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to win big! Thank you for your support and good luck!

Struggling to list stuff that actually sells? Join our FREE Listathon challenge starting June 3rd at handmadebosses.com/listathon. Learn to list more + sell more!

🚀 Ready to supercharge your Etsy sales within 7 days? Join me in my free class by clicking here.

👀⁠ Looking for more tips and resources to grow your handmade business? Head over to handmadebosses.com and follow me on Instagram @handmadebosses for daily inspiration.

💙 Your feedback is invaluable! Take a moment to leave a rating and review. Your reviews help other creatives discover our community and learn alongside us.

Got a bunch of product ideas bouncing around, but unsure which one to pick for your handmade business? Don't worry, I've got your back! In this episode, I share with you how to choose what to sell, and why it's so important to infuse your creations with your passion and the unique story of your brand.

Are you tempted to create something that is currently trending? Wondering if you'll make more money by jumping on the trend? We'll talk about that too! While it's easy to get swept up in what's selling right now, it's crucial to check if it aligns with your brand's values.

Plus, we'll explore how profitable the products you're considering selling are, as I ask you some questions you need to consider before you pull out your tools ready to craft. So join me as we discuss practical steps for choosing the right products for your handmade business.

🎉 Join our podcast launch giveaway! 🎉
To enter:
1. Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.
2. Email a screenshot to support@handmadebosses.com with the subject line 'Podcast Competition'.
3. BONUS entry: Share the podcast on your IG stories, and tag @handmadebosses.

🎁 Prizes include a business success planner, a personalised shop critique, and a scholarship to the Handmade Bosses Success Academy! The giveaway ends on May 15th 2024, so don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to win big! Thank you for your support and good luck!

Struggling to list stuff that actually sells? Join our FREE Listathon challenge starting June 3rd at handmadebosses.com/listathon. Learn to list more + sell more!

🚀 Ready to supercharge your Etsy sales within 7 days? Join me in my free class by clicking here.

👀⁠ Looking for more tips and resources to grow your handmade business? Head over to handmadebosses.com and follow me on Instagram @handmadebosses for daily inspiration.

💙 Your feedback is invaluable! Take a moment to leave a rating and review. Your reviews help other creatives discover our community and learn alongside us.

I've been right where you are, ready to leap into the world of entrepreneurship. In this episode, I'm sharing my journey from a forensic science career to crafting my successful handmade jewellery business.

Ever felt like you're just not cut out for the 9-5 life? I've been there, wrestling with career choices and giving in to societal expectations. But let me tell you, the moment I embraced my passion for jewellery making, everything changed. In this episode, you'll hear the highs, the lows, and the messy in-between.

Did I face challenges? Absolutely! I learned the hard way that a creative passion doesn't mean you'll know everything about running a business. Budgeting, pricing, and fulfilment – these were new things I had to grapple with while still clinging to the security of my 9-5 job. I'm sharing how I prepared myself to make that leap from full-time employment to full-time entrepreneur and what I put in place before I could cut ties with my regular paycheck.

So, are you ready to transform your hobby into a profitable business? Hit that play button now!

🎉 Join our podcast launch giveaway! 🎉
To enter:
1. Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.
2. Email a screenshot to support@handmadebosses.com with the subject line 'Podcast Competition'.
3. BONUS entry: Share the podcast on your IG stories, and tag @handmadebosses.

🎁 Prizes include a business success planner, a personalised shop critique, and a scholarship to the Handmade Bosses Success Academy! The giveaway ends on May 15th 2024, so don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to win big! Thank you for your support and good luck!

Struggling to list stuff that actually sells? Join our FREE Listathon challenge starting June 3rd at handmadebosses.com/listathon. Learn to list more + sell more!

🚀 Ready to supercharge your Etsy sales within 7 days? Join me in my free class by clicking here.

👀⁠ Looking for more tips and resources to grow your handmade business? Head over to handmadebosses.com and follow me on Instagram @handmadebosses for daily inspiration.

💙 Your feedback is invaluable! Take a moment to leave a rating and review. Your reviews help other creatives discover our community and learn alongside us.

Are you tired of the guessing games when it comes to Etsy's search algorithm? Want to know what really moves the needle for your shop's visibility? In this episode, I dive deep into the mechanics of Etsy's search engine and share how you can optimise your listings for better exposure by understanding the 7 ranking factors.

Wondering how to make your products irresistible to Etsy's search algorithm? I'll break down the key factors that determine how your items rank in search results, and how you can leverage these to your advantage.

Do you feel like you're in the dark about how Etsy's search algorithm prioritises listings? Tune in as I shed light on the inner workings of the platform and provide you with actionable tips to help your shop stand out.

🎉 Join our podcast launch giveaway! 🎉
To enter:
1. Leave a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.
2. Email a screenshot to support@handmadebosses.com with the subject line 'Podcast Competition'.
3. BONUS entry: Share the podcast on your IG stories, and tag @handmadebosses.

🎁 Prizes include a business success planner, a personalised shop critique, and a scholarship to the Handmade Bosses Success Academy! The giveaway ends on May 15th 2024, so don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to win big! Thank you for your support and good luck!

Struggling to list stuff that actually sells? Join our FREE Listathon challenge starting June 3rd at handmadebosses.com/listathon. Learn to list more + sell more!

🚀 Ready to supercharge your Etsy sales within 7 days? Join me in my free class by clicking here.

👀⁠ Looking for more tips and resources to grow your handmade business? Head over to handmadebosses.com and follow me on Instagram @handmadebosses for daily inspiration.

💙 Your feedback is invaluable! Take a moment to leave a rating and review. Your reviews help other creatives discover our community and learn alongside us.

Whether you’re a complete beginner on Etsy, or want to scale your handmade business to multi-6 figures, the “How To Be A Handmade Boss” podcast gives you actionable advice and workshop style full length episodes to grow your handmade business on Etsy and beyond.

We get it. Starting or growing a handmade business can be really overwhelming, and sometimes you feel like you have an expensive hobby rather than a profitable business. If you have questions like “How can I make sales in my business?” “How do I start a handmade shop?” “How can I make this passion my full-time gig?” or “How do I sell my crafts online” then you’re in the right place boss!

I’m Steph, a multi 6-figure handmade business owner (in the top 0.1% of all shops on Etsy), bestselling author of “How to be a handmade boss”, visionary and coach behind Handmade Bosses.

However, It wasn’t always rainbows and unicorns though. Today, my business(es) are bustling, but way back in 2014 when I started, it was HARD. Favourites but no sales, slow sales and low profits seemed in the beginning, like the trajectory of my business. Luckily following the system I’ve now curated, All of that changed and I went full-time in my handmade business in 2016.

Let’s focus on turning your passion into profit, because the world really does need these special creations that you only bring to life.

🚀 Ready to supercharge your Etsy sales within 7 days? Join me in my free class by clicking here.

👀⁠ Looking for more tips and resources to grow your handmade business? Head over to handmadebosses.com and follow me on Instagram @handmadebosses for daily inspiration.

💙 Your feedback is invaluable! Take a moment to leave a rating and review. Your reviews help other creatives discover our community and learn alongside us.