The Thriving Maker

Sarah Kavanagh
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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.

  1. 4 HR. AGO

    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’t just for the start of the year. It's a flexible process that evolves with life's shifts and turns. Whether you’re planning for the coming year or the coming weeks, this episode offers a treasure trove of strategies and encouragement to transform your creative passion into a thriving busine...

    16 min

  2. 12/05/2024

    #19: 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, balancing business and personal commitments, and avoiding burnout during the festive period. Learn how to strategically plan your schedule, use time-blocking techniques, set non-negotiable priorities, and most importantly—master the art of saying "no" to preserve your energy and joy.&nbs...

    12 min

  3. 11/21/2024

    #18: 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 celebrate your creativity, unique designs, your skills and personal touch and look for alternative Christmas shopping events such as Colour Friday the campaign run by Holly Tucker MBE of Holly & Co to celebrate brilliant small businesses and bring joy to meaningful gift giving and uplift the th...

    9 min

  4. 10/31/2024

    #17: 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 Thriving Maker podcast will help you make those key decisions such as:What do you actually want your website to do? What platform is best for your business? What do you need to include and where do you even start?Join me as I share insights on nailing down the essentials...

    17 min

  5. 10/22/2024

    #16: 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 guide you through practical strategies designed to elevate your customer service especially during peak selling seasons like Christmas and the holiday season. From using personal touches to crafting a memorable unpacking moment, every detail matters to create joy and satisfaction every ...

    15 min

  6. 10/15/2024

    #15: 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 promise you’ll gain practical strategies to sharpen your decision-making skills. How being able to make confident decisions and embracing imperfection can liberate your creative potential, drive your business forward, and bring a sense of calm. This episode sheds light on the art of embracing d...

    16 min

  7. 09/17/2024

    #14: 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 Maker I unpack what having a success mindset means, from defining your personal benchmarks of achievement to embracing feedback and continuous improvement. You'll understand how resilience, growth, and continuous learning are vital to building a thriving and profitable craft business. I share...

    8 min

  8. 09/10/2024

    #13: 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 productivity and creative output. I know because I've been susceptible to chasing all the shiny new and exciting things in the past and fallen into the trap of multitasking. I'll debunk the multitasking myth and introduce the concept of deep work, which can be a game changer for achieving your ...

    21 min
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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.

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  • Creator
    Sarah Kavanagh
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 The Thriving Maker
  • Show Website
    The Thriving Maker

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