133 episodes

How do I start making candles? How do I grow my candle business? What's the secret to success?

Starting and growing a candle business is a journey. Join your host, Kirsty Allen, as she shares everything she's learned from her experience of starting and developing her candle business. You'll also hear from relevant guests, have your questions answered and learn about all things related to the craft of candle making.

Every Friday, you can expect actionable tips, strategies and mindset advice to help you with your candle journey. Whether you're a new candle maker or an experienced chandler, this is the show for you.

Candle Business Coach Kirsty Allen

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How do I start making candles? How do I grow my candle business? What's the secret to success?

Starting and growing a candle business is a journey. Join your host, Kirsty Allen, as she shares everything she's learned from her experience of starting and developing her candle business. You'll also hear from relevant guests, have your questions answered and learn about all things related to the craft of candle making.

Every Friday, you can expect actionable tips, strategies and mindset advice to help you with your candle journey. Whether you're a new candle maker or an experienced chandler, this is the show for you.

    Ep132: Simplified marketing with Allan Dib

    Ep132: Simplified marketing with Allan Dib

    Bestselling author and successful businessman Allan Dib joins me on the podcast to talk about his incredible book The 1-Page Marketing Plan. If you've ever been unsure who your target customer is, or struggled with your marketing, then this enlightening conversation will have you taking action in your business in no time.
     
    In this episode we chat about:
    - Why having extreme clarity about who your target market are, is central to your entire business.
    - How to determine whether your messaging is worth amplifying (via paid advertising).
    - The importance of sharing your journey of growth from humble beginnings.
     
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    ALLAN'S LINKS:
    Website: https://leanmarketing.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allandib/
     
    SHOW LINKS:
    Let’s connect: https://linktr.ee/candlebusinesscoach
     
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    • 44 min
    Ep131: Navigating your journey (with Kylie from Tiny Giraffe Art and Design) #2

    Ep131: Navigating your journey (with Kylie from Tiny Giraffe Art and Design) #2

    The lovely Kylie from Tiny Giraffe Art and Design joins me on the podcast for the second time, this time to discuss the balancing act of life's different responsibilities. We also talk about feeling like impostors in our businesses and managing feelings of guilt and shame.
     
    In this episode we chat about:
    - The importance of believing in yourself and your business' success.
    - Why journaling is an act of self-care.
    - How to recognise when to let go of the boosters from your rocket (listen to the episode for this to make sense) ;)
     
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    KYLIE'S LINKS:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tinygiraffe.co/
    Website: https://www.tinygiraffe.co/
     
    SHOW LINKS:
    Let’s connect: https://linktr.ee/candlebusinesscoach
     
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    • 39 min
    Ep130: Candle Maker Connections #4

    Ep130: Candle Maker Connections #4

    Welcome to the fourth episode in our "Candle Maker Connections" series. This time Jenni and Steph join me on the podcast to discuss all things websites - from choosing a website platform, to designing the various pages of your site, we deep dive into the realities of creating your own website and why the journey can be so challenging.
     
    In this episode we chat about:
    - The pros and cons of hiring a website developer vs doing it yourself.
    - Why you should celebrate when you launch your website.
    - How to navigate the emotional rollercoaster that often accompanies the website development journey.
     
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    LINKS:
    Jenni: https://www.instagram.com/hamptonbotanic/
    Steph: https://www.instagram.com/halt_homefragrancecompany/
     
    SHOW LINKS:
    Let’s connect: https://linktr.ee/candlebusinesscoach
     
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    • 37 min
    Ep129: Branding with intention and leading with intuition with Kat (Crafted Wild)

    Ep129: Branding with intention and leading with intuition with Kat (Crafted Wild)

    The beautiful Kat from Crafted Wild joins me on the podcast to talk about not only brand strategy, but to also contemplate female empowerment, soul nourishment, and connecting to ourselves and radiating our values and purpose out into the world through our business. This heart-warming conversation will leave you feeling inspired and connected.
     
    In this episode we chat about:
    - The beauty in giving yourself permission to desire more for your life.
    - Why your need to cultivate a healthy relationship with your business.
    - How to be both selfish and selfless in the pursuit of your goals and dreams.
     
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    KAT'S LINKS:
    Website: https://craftedwild.co.uk/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/craftedwildstudio/
     
    SHOW LINKS:
    Let’s connect: https://linktr.ee/candlebusinesscoach
     
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    • 52 min
    Ep128: Illuminate your journey with coaching, connection and community

    Ep128: Illuminate your journey with coaching, connection and community

    In today’s episode I’m sharing the various ways I can support you with your business. From private coaching or joining the membership for candle makers (The Candle Makers Collective), to participating in my free Facebook group (Candle Business Hub) there are several ways I can help guide you along your candle making journey.
     
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    SHOW LINKS:
    - The Candle Makers Collective (membership): https://candlebusinesscoach.com.au/the-candle-makers-collective/
    - Private coaching (via Zoom): https://candlebusinesscoach.com.au/private-coaching/
    - Discord Coaching Day: https://candlebusinesscoach.com.au/discord/
    - Free Facebook group for candle makers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/candlebusinesshub
    - Download the Candle Business Roadmap: https://candlebusinesscoach.com.au/candle-business-startup-guide/
    - Daily Motivation emails: https://www.candlebusinesscoach.com.au/dm-emails
    - Let’s be Instagram friends: https://www.instagram.com/candlebusinesscoach/
     
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    • 9 min
    Ep127: Candle maker conversation with Karen (PinkKatz)

    Ep127: Candle maker conversation with Karen (PinkKatz)

    Candle maker Karen from PinkKatz joins me on the podcast to discuss all things candles and her candle making journey.
     
    In this episode we chat about:
    - How having a business means constant evolution.
    - Why it's so important to be in love with your business and candle making journey.
    - The challenges that arise when you get stuck in research rabbit holes.
     
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    KAREN'S LINKS:
    Website: https://pinkkatz.com/candles
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092332181431
     

    SHOW LINKS:
    - Discord Coaching Day: https://candlebusinesscoach.com.au/discord/
    - The Candle Makers Collective (membership): https://candlebusinesscoach.com.au/the-candle-makers-collective/
    - Free Facebook group for candle makers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/candlebusinesshub
    - Download the Candle Business Roadmap: https://candlebusinesscoach.com.au/candle-business-startup-guide/
    - Daily Motivation emails: https://www.candlebusinesscoach.com.au/dm-emails
    - Let’s be Instagram friends: https://www.instagram.com/candlebusinesscoach/
     
    Make sure you SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss any future episodes. And if you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and a review ✨
     

    • 40 min

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