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The Thriving Maker

If you're a craftsperson or maker and looking to sell your craft then this is for you! This podcast will help guide you to creating a joyful and thriving business for your craft.
The Thriving Maker podcast is hosted by me,  Sarah Kavanagh, with over 15 years experience as a fine jewellery maker and designer, entrepreneur and educator. 

Tune in to each weekly episode to get business tips and strategies for handmade businesses along with insights and inspirations for growing a joyful and thriving  business and a life you love.

Self-Improvement Business Leisure Entrepreneurship Crafts Education
Update frequency
every 6 days
Average duration
14 minutes
Episodes
23
Years Active
2024 - 2025
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Why Your Handmade Business Needs Its Own Website

Why Your Handmade Business Needs Its Own Website

Worried your creations are getting lost in the noise of social media and marketplaces? There's a better way to showcase your talent…

In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on why having your ow…

00:10:00  |   Tue 18 Feb 2025
Stability v's Creativity - Why Have Multiple Revenue Streams for Your Craft Business

Stability v's Creativity - Why Have Multiple Revenue Streams for Your Craft Business

Want to turn your creative passion into profit? Discover how mixing income sources can fund your craft business journey - starting with just a few hours a week!

If you're a creative soul juggling your…

00:15:06  |   Tue 11 Feb 2025
Finding The Perfect Place To Sell Your Work

Finding The Perfect Place To Sell Your Work

This episode focuses on where and how you as a maker and crafter can find the perfect place to sell your work by aligning your selling approaches with your personality and strengths. I share the stor…

00:12:20  |   Tue 21 Jan 2025
Choose Your Future & Achieve Your Goals in 2025

Choose Your Future & Achieve Your Goals in 2025

This episode centres around the art and importance of goal setting for your creative business, emphasising reflection on past achievements and understanding your future aspirations. 
Setting goals isn…

00:15:59  |   Tue 14 Jan 2025
Time Management Magic: Navigating the Holiday Season Without Overwhelm

Time Management Magic: Navigating the Holiday Season Without Overwhelm

The holiday season can sometimes  feel like a whirlwind for makers and small business owners. In this essential episode of the Thriving Maker podcast, I share my expert strategies for managing time, …

00:12:22  |   Thu 05 Dec 2024
Black Friday Alternatives For Makers - Celebrate Your Creativity and Uniqueness Rather Than Discounting

Black Friday Alternatives For Makers - Celebrate Your Creativity and Uniqueness Rather Than Discounting

As a small creative business the holiday season can be the time you make most of your sales - but how do you compete with large retailers offering all sorts of Black Friday discounts.
Instead celebra…

00:08:37  |   Thu 21 Nov 2024
The Key Decisions To Know When Starting Your Website

The Key Decisions To Know When Starting Your Website

If you're ready to take your handmade business online with it's own website then there's some key decisions you need to make.  Don't let not knowing where to start hold you back.  This episode of The…

00:16:36  |   Thu 31 Oct 2024
Exceptional Customer Experience and Building Customer Loyalty

Exceptional Customer Experience and Building Customer Loyalty

What if every element of your handmade business, from customer communication to the unboxing experience, could set you apart from others? That's what exceptional customer service does! Join me as I g…

00:14:41  |   Tue 22 Oct 2024
The Power of Decision Making For You and Your Business

The Power of Decision Making For You and Your Business

If you've ever struggled with decision paralysis in your creative business, you're not alone. In this episode of The Thriving Maker I talk all about the power of being able to make decisions and I pr…

00:15:31  |   Tue 15 Oct 2024
Planning for Success and Developing a Success Mindset

Planning for Success and Developing a Success Mindset

Your mindset plays a huge part in the growth and success of your business. Knowing and recognising your version of success and planning how you're going to get there. In this episode of The Thriving …

00:08:01  |   Tue 17 Sep 2024
The Power of Focus: Mastering One Project at a Time in Your Craft Business

The Power of Focus: Mastering One Project at a Time in Your Craft Business

Focusing on just one task at a time can really transform your craft business.  In this episode of The Thriving Maker podcast, I share how the power of sustained focus can dramatically elevate your pr…

00:20:49  |   Tue 10 Sep 2024
Your Craft Business Journey - The Possibilities & Opportunities Ahead

Your Craft Business Journey - The Possibilities & Opportunities Ahead

Ever wondered where you stand on your craft business journey and how to take it to the next level? This episode of the Thriving Maker podcast is a little more interactive as we explore the exciting t…

00:24:36  |   Tue 03 Sep 2024
Elevating Your Craft: The Power of Beautiful Product Photography

Elevating Your Craft: The Power of Beautiful Product Photography

Can top-notch product photos really transform your handmade business? Join me on The Thriving Maker podcast to uncover the secrets of product photography that can elevate your work and your brand. Le…

00:15:55  |   Tue 27 Aug 2024
Knowing when your design is truly done: The finishing touches!

Knowing when your design is truly done: The finishing touches!

How do you know when your creative piece is truly complete? 
In this episode of The Thriving Maker I discuss my insights and experiences behind the finishing stages of the production process.  How as …

00:13:49  |   Tue 20 Aug 2024
Design Production Tips and Strategies To Optimise Your Workflow

Design Production Tips and Strategies To Optimise Your Workflow

Ever find yourself stuck staring at your materials, unsure of how to bring your design to life? In this episode of The Thriving Maker podcast, I share my tried-and-true strategies to help you transfo…

00:15:04  |   Tue 13 Aug 2024
Kicking Off the August Design Challenge - Finding Inspiration & Pinning Down Your Design

Kicking Off the August Design Challenge - Finding Inspiration & Pinning Down Your Design

It's here! We're kicking off the first week of the August Design Challenge with a week of inspiration and nailing down your design. Step out of your usual workspace and get inspired? In this episode …

00:10:25  |   Tue 06 Aug 2024
Balancing Summer Holidays with Business Success

Balancing Summer Holidays with Business Success

Getting ready for summer and getting your business ready for the holidays so you can take time out and still have your business moving forward so you don't come back working harder than ever! In this…

00:12:16  |   Tue 30 Jul 2024
Transforming Your Craft Hobby: Is It Time to Start a Business?

Transforming Your Craft Hobby: Is It Time to Start a Business?

Could you and should you transform your craft hobby into a thriving business? This episode of The Thriving Maker podcast promises to provide you with the insights needed to make this crucial decision…

00:12:23  |   Tue 23 Jul 2024
Stepping Beyond Your Comfort Zone and the August Design Challenge

Stepping Beyond Your Comfort Zone and the August Design Challenge

Stepping outside your comfort zone isn't just a cliché; it's also a journey of growth that can spark your creativity and grow your skills. In this episode of the Thriving Maker podcast, I share my st…

00:17:14  |   Tue 16 Jul 2024
Crafting a Sustainable and Profitable Handmade Business

Crafting a Sustainable and Profitable Handmade Business

In this episode I share actionable strategies to make your handmade business more sustainable and profitable. From recycling materials to repurposing packaging, we'll explore practical methods to red…

00:12:35  |   Tue 09 Jul 2024
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