Gift Biz Unwrapped podcast

Gift Biz Unwrapped

Have you thought about turning your hobby into a profitable small business? This podcast shows you how to do just that. Whether you want a side gig for some extra cash or to get out of your 9-5, the handmade products you make for fun can hold the key! In each episode you'll hear steps and actions to take to start and grow a profitable business. It's created specifically for the handmade product business entrepreneur; a group I lovingly call Gifters, Bakers, Crafters, and Makers. You're a fabulous unique creative person and I'm here to help you get on the right path to making your vision a reality. There's a lot out there about building a service based business, some about building a product business, but handmade is different. There are specific nuances to handmade that we cover here. Have you thought about starting a business but not sure what the first steps should be and you're afraid to do it "wrong?" Have you started your business but it's not progressing as you had envisioned? Are you confused about Etsy, Amazon Handmade and Shopify platforms? What about email marketing and Facebook or Instagram ads for attracting sales? There is so much to know it can be overwhelming and confusing. I'm your host, Sue Monhait, and I interview business owners who have been where you are. This is combined with over 30 years of experience consulting hundreds of boutique and big brands along with opening two profitable product based business of my own, I'm here to help you realize your dream. At the end of each episode, you'll walk away with new ideas, tools, or processes that you can apply immediately to get results. Decide on your business. Learn how to get started. Hear what others do to get customers and increase their sales. A great first step is to subscribe to the show. Then you'll automatically get each new episode as it releases - ready and waiting for you when it's convenient to listen. The main show becomes available on Saturday morning with a short Tips & Talk episode on Wednesday. I want you to know that you don't have to do this alone. Find more free resources over at GiftBizUnwrapped.com and if you're looking for a community of handmade makers just like you, join us over in my private Facebook Group - Gift Biz Breeze.

Have you thought about turning your hobby into a profitable small business? This podcast shows you how to do just that. Whether you want a side gig for some extra cash or to get out of your 9-5, the handmade products you make for fun can hold the key! In each episode you'll hear steps and actions to take to start and grow a profitable business. It's created specifically for the handmade product business entrepreneur; a group I lovingly call Gifters, Bakers, Crafters, and Makers. You're a fabulous unique creative person and I'm here to help you get on the right path to making your vision a reality. There's a lot out there about building a service based business, some about building a product business, but handmade is different. There are specific nuances to handmade that we cover here. Have you thought about starting a business but not sure what the first steps should be and you're afraid to do it "wrong?" Have you started your business but it's not progressing as you had envisioned? Are you confused about Etsy, Amazon Handmade and Shopify platforms? What about email marketing and Facebook or Instagram ads for attracting sales? There is so much to know it can be overwhelming and confusing. I'm your host, Sue Monhait, and I interview business owners who have been where you are. This is combined with over 30 years of experience consulting hundreds of boutique and big brands along with opening two profitable product based business of my own, I'm here to help you realize your dream. At the end of each episode, you'll walk away with new ideas, tools, or processes that you can apply immediately to get results. Decide on your business. Learn how to get started. Hear what others do to get customers and increase their sales. A great first step is to subscribe to the show. Then you'll automatically get each new episode as it releases - ready and waiting for you when it's convenient to listen. The main show becomes available on Saturday morning with a short Tips & Talk episode on Wednesday. I want you to know that you don't have to do this alone. Find more free resources over at GiftBizUnwrapped.com and if you're looking for a community of handmade makers just like you, join us over in my private Facebook Group - Gift Biz Breeze.

 

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418 – Managing Through Life Changes and Updates to Continually Serve You!

There are times for change. It happens in business and life overall and opens the path for... more

15 Apr 2023

14 MINS

14:29

15 Apr 2023


#545

Tips & Talk 110 – 32 Questions

I’ve heard it said that the answers you seek in life are only as good as the questions you... more

12 Apr 2023

09 MINS

09:48

12 Apr 2023


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417 – The Role of Your Website in Your Handmade Product Business

What is the role of your website in your handmade product business? Let's talk about this,... more

08 Apr 2023

26 MINS

26:50

08 Apr 2023


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Tips & Talk 109 – The BEST Thing You Can Do to Increase Your Sales

There are lots of ways to increase your sales but today I’m going to tell you what I belie... more

05 Apr 2023

08 MINS

08:05

05 Apr 2023


#542

416 – Raise Your Radiance to Raise Your Revenue with Angela Jia Kim

Today's episode is guaranteed to bring more beauty and richness into your life. This show ... more

01 Apr 2023

58 MINS

58:06

01 Apr 2023


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Tips & Talk 108 – Do You Have the Next Big Idea?

I wish I would have thought of that! Or maybe you did, but now someone else has actually t... more

29 Mar 2023

12 MINS

12:16

29 Mar 2023


#540

415 – Lighten Up Your Email Copy for More Opens and Sales with Liz Wilcox

Today’s show might just be the game changer you’ve been hoping for if you know you should ... more

25 Mar 2023

1 HR 03 MINS

1:03:54

25 Mar 2023


#539

Tips & Talk 107 – The Truth (Illusion) About Growing Your Business

This desire to stretch for more and more has been ingrained in us over the decades. The th... more

22 Mar 2023

11 MINS

11:30

22 Mar 2023


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414 – A New Look at User Generated Content with Lauren Schwartz

Do you know what user-generated content is and how can it help you in your handmade busine... more

18 Mar 2023

49 MINS

49:14

18 Mar 2023


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Tips & Talk 106 – A Different Way to Look at Your Competition

Competition is not something you need to fear. There are actually advantages to being in a... more

15 Mar 2023

09 MINS

09:15

15 Mar 2023


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413 – Email Marketing Strategies to Increase Sales with Laura and Adam of Pink Leopard

By now, you've probably noticed the uptick in people talking about the importance of email... more

11 Mar 2023

54 MINS

54:48

11 Mar 2023


#535

Tips & Talk 105 – The Power of Being Likeable

Being likeable. Sometimes that’s all you need to make a sale. And if you describe yourself... more

08 Mar 2023

08 MINS

08:28

08 Mar 2023


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412 – Looking for an Upgraded Alternative to Etsy? with Jon Lincoln of goimagine

If you're looking for your first (or new) home for your eCommerce website - you need to tu... more

04 Mar 2023

58 MINS

58:14

04 Mar 2023


#533

Tips & Talk 104 – A Discussion on Large versus Small Craft Shows

We are so lucky in our industry of handmade to have what feels like endless options for fa... more

01 Mar 2023

10 MINS

10:31

01 Mar 2023


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411 – 150 Craft Shows in 3 Years! with Grant and Jennifer Anderson

This week's show is pretty exciting. As you saw from the title, my guests have participate... more

25 Feb 2023

1 HR 00 MINS

1:00:00

25 Feb 2023


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Tips & Talk 103 – Increase Your Confidence and Enthusiasm

Do you underestimate confidence and enthusiasm? I realize these are two entirely separate ... more

22 Feb 2023

11 MINS

11:55

22 Feb 2023


#530

410 – Start Your Handmade Business from Scratch with Robin Lee Adams

I met Robin at the Chicago One of a Kind Show. She captured my attention for a couple of r... more

18 Feb 2023

50 MINS

50:06

18 Feb 2023


#529

Tips & Talk 102 – Are You Doing This Backwards?

It makes sense that for most things in life it’s best if you start at the very beginning, ... more

15 Feb 2023

09 MINS

09:56

15 Feb 2023


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409 – Bath Bombs and a Million Dollar Amazon Business with Ashley Kinkead

Today we're talking about how to start an Amazon business - or maybe collaborate with one ... more

11 Feb 2023

41 MINS

41:24

11 Feb 2023


#527

Tips & Talk 101 – Stop Posing!

What do you do when a camera points your way? Probably the same as most people. Do you fin... more

08 Feb 2023

08 MINS

08:42

08 Feb 2023


#526

408 – Yes! You Can Be Successful Opening a Retail Shop Today with Jessie Williams

Maybe you're heard that [brick-and-mortar] (https://giftbizunwrapped.com/episodes/summercl... more

04 Feb 2023

51 MINS

51:26

04 Feb 2023


#525

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... more

01 Feb 2023

09 MINS

09:17

01 Feb 2023


#524

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. ... more

28 Jan 2023

1 HR 05 MINS

1:05:57

28 Jan 2023


#523

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 busi... more

25 Jan 2023

05 MINS

05:57

25 Jan 2023


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406 – It’s National Bakers Crafters Makers Day!

Today (January 21) is National Bakers Crafters Makers Day. A time to recognize, uplift, an... more

21 Jan 2023

18 MINS

18:13

21 Jan 2023


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Tips & Talk 98 – How to Celebrate National Bakers Crafters Makers Day

National Bakers-Crafters-Makers Day celebrates ALL handmade creators of the world! Being a... more

18 Jan 2023

06 MINS

06:37

18 Jan 2023