How To Be A Handmade Boss

Steph Cole-Lewis
  • 5.0 (8)
  • MARKETING
  • UPDATED WEEKLY
How To Be A Handmade Boss

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.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    #47 - Your 7-Day Affirmations Challenge

    👋 Welcome to the How To Be A Handmade Boss podcast! In this episode, we're diving into the transformative power of affirmations for your handmade business. If you've been feeling stuck or unmotivated, this episode is for you! Don't worry it's not too woo-woo. 🙂‍↕️ Join us as we guide you through a series of affirmations created to boost your creativity, confidence, and resilience. Whether you're starting your day or working on your craft, these affirmations can help you shift your mindset and...

    12 min

  2. FEB 19

    #46 - Learn how HBSA student Laura turned her passion into a business

    👋 Welcome back to another episode of the How To Be A Handmade Boss podcast! 🎨 In this episode, I chat with HBSA student and fantasy artist Laura, from The Daydream Emporium, who draws inspiration from the beauty of nature and the quirky creatures that inhabit it. We discuss Laura's creative journey, her unique approach to art, and how she turned her passion into a business after gaining her degree in Technical Arts and Special Effects and a masters degree in Children's Book Illustration. 🎙️ T...

    29 min

  3. FEB 12

    #45 - Marketing has changed since 2020. Here's what's working now (backed by research)

    📱 Marketing as we used to know it has changed! If you've noticed a decline in sales or you're struggling to connect with your audience, this episode is for you! 🛍️ Steph discusses how the pandemic has change the shopping habits of our customers and why understanding your target audience is more crucial than ever. She highlights the importance of not competing solely on price and encourages handmade business owners to explore what they are truly selling beyond the physical product... dig into ...

    15 min

  4. FEB 5

    #44 - The Communication Game: Should You Speak with 'We' or 'I'?

    🩵 In this episode Handmade Bosses founder, Steph, dives into the great "I vs. We" debate that many handmade business owners face. ❓ Should you present your brand as a solo handmade business or as a team? Steph shares talks about the pros and cons of using "I" versus "we," helping you decide which approach aligns best with your business. Join Steph as she discusses: The importance of being authentic and building personal connections through your branding How using "I" can build tru...

    20 min

  5. JAN 29

    #43 - Unlock Effortless Social Media Growth: Proven Strategies that Work

    💙 Your feedback is invaluable! Please take a moment to leave a review to help other creatives discover our community & learn alongside us. 🧲🧲🧲🧲🧲🧲🧲🧲🧲🧲 Does your branding suck? The NEW, FREE Brandathon challenge is our 1-week to a brand that makes your business magnetic 🧲 A brand is just a logo & pretty fonts... WRONG! ❌ When people sell businesses, they aren't selling the email list, the inventory or the customer base it's built up. Your business' worth & value is all in the b...

    20 min

  6. JAN 22

    #42 - Here's how to have a calm marketing strategy for your handmade business

    🩵 Does social media feel heavy and something you just don't need piled on your to-do list? 😤 Do you feel like you're not doing your best, you don't know what to do on social media and it's all a bit too much? 🥰 Today I'm going to teach you how to grow your handmade business all whilst keeping your social media serene AF. 📋 I'll help you find your right people, what content to make, why going viral isn't the key to success, clickbait isn't the answer and so much more to help you boss your s...

    22 min

  7. JAN 15

    #41 - Unlock Peak Sales After Christmas: Tips to Thrive in the New Year

    🩵 Join me in this episode of "How to Be a Handmade Boss," as I talk about a common challenge faced by many handmade business owners: the post-Christmas sales slump. 🎄 As the holiday season winds down, many entrepreneurs notice a significant dip in sales, you're not alone in this experience. I share valuable insights and actionable strategies to combat this slump. From the importance of maintaining momentum in sales and practical tips to keep businesses thriving even after the holiday rush....

    34 min

  8. JAN 8

    #40 - Unlock Extraordinary Business and Personal Growth with My Proven Dream Board Method

    🎉 Kick off the New Year with an inspiring episode of the How to Be a Handmade Boss podcast! ⚡️ In this electrifying episode, "Unlock Extraordinary Business and Personal Growth with My Proven Dream Board Method," Steph reveals how dream boarding can be a game-changer for achieving your business goals. 🤫 Join her as she shares the secrets behind her impressive success, having accomplished 85-90% of her dream board goals. Discover the psychology of visualisation, including insights into ...

    32 min
See All (48)

Trailer

5
out of 5
8 Ratings

About

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.

Information

  • Creator
    Steph Cole-Lewis
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    48
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 How To Be A Handmade Boss
  • Show Website
    How To Be A Handmade Boss

You Might Also Like

To listen to explicit episodes, sign in.

Stay up to date with this show

Sign in or sign up to follow shows, save episodes, and get the latest updates.
Select a country or region

Africa, Middle East, and India

Asia Pacific

Europe

Latin America and the Caribbean

The United States and Canada