by Megan Eckman | Organisation, Time Management
As makers, we’re all pros at DIY when it comes to our product but that mindset of “I can do it all myself” needs to be altered when it comes to our business. You know how it’s better to be a master of one trade than a jack of all of them?...
by Jess | Etsy, Marketing, Money, Motivation, Organisation, Q&A, Set Up Shop, Time Management
{Comic Book Jess says ‘Hmmm…’ – photo by smilebooth Australia, edited by moi} This week’s question is from Grace, who writes: How do you take that first step from being a hobbyist to a business owner? i.e …How do you know when the time...
by Jess | Organisation, Q&A, Shop Design, Studio
This week’s question is from Karen, who writes: My question is how do people arrive at their business name? I love yours, Epheriell. It’s a beautiful word, but why not Jess Van Den Jewellery Design? Why and how do people choose what they choose? It’s...
by Katia Donohoe | Etsy, Marketing, Organisation, Shop Design, Time Management
{image by BlueBerry Ash textiles} With so many new websites appearing, it is very tempting to open online shop in each and one of them. More exposure, new customers and better promotions are promised to us. Moreover, a shiny new front, more functions and less fees...
by Liana Kabel | Health, Motivation, Organisation, Time Management
{image by Liana Kabel} Being able to make decisions quickly and confidently is a real bonus in running a business. Actually I’d say it is an essential skill. It is one that you can learn and get better at. I’ve been working on that one myself lately. Transitioning...
by Jess | Organisation, Products, Shop Design, Time Management
{image by the Pressing Pigeon} This post is written by Katia Donohoe. Didn’t have sales for a few weeks and wonder what’s happening? Are you asking yourself if it’s happening to your shop only or is it like this for other shops too? Most likely it is. There are at...