In this episode I chat to creator, Mairi from Mairi Makes, about developing her artistic style during furlough, starting an Etsy shop during lockdown & building an audience of over 24k on TikTok. 🔗 LINKS: FOLLOW MAIRI ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/mairimakes/ FOLLOW MAIRI ON TIKTOK: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZS375QBN/ If you enjoyed this week's episode then please consider sharing it on your social media, with your small business friends or leaving us a review within your...

In this episode I share 3 of my top tips for introverts who struggle to use social media to promote their Etsy shop &/or handmade products. Social media is an active marketing channel it requires you to consistently post new content so it can quickly burn you out or drain your energy as an introvert. But… there are lots of ways you can save energy & post content without showing your face or using video. 🔗 LINKS: JOIN THE THE CONFIDENT CREATORS CLUB. Want to make notes or read...

In this episode I chat to creator, Emily Harvey from Emily Harvey Art, about juggling being a new Mum & starting her illustration business & content platforms.  🔗 LINKS: FOLLOW EMILY ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/eharveyart/ FOLLOW EMILY'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmilyHarveyArt If you enjoyed this week's episode then please consider sharing it on your social media, with your small business friends or leaving us a review within your podcast listening...

In this episode I share a quick introduction to Reels & the short form video content trend (in case you’ve been living under a rock! lol), why you should create your first Reel ASAP! Plus a few examples of easy Reels to get you started. 🔗 LINKS: JOIN THE THE CONFIDENT CREATORS CLUB.  Want to make notes or read through the contents of this episode again? Then check out the accompanying blog post: THE KEY TO INSTAGRAM GROWTH IN 2021 - A GUIDE TO INSTAGRAM REELS If you enjoyed this...

In this episode I share the top 5 most popular & downloaded podcast episodes from the last year. 🔗 LINKS: Want to make notes or read through the contents of this episode again? Then check out the accompanying blog post: How to Start an Etsy Shop & Get Sales Quickly in 2021 Free Trial of Canva Pro - Create awesome graphics for your Etsy shop & social media DOWNLOAD THE HANDMADE BUSINESS HANDBOOK [FREE GUIDE]  DOWNLOAD THE ETSY SEO - YOUR FIRST 1000 ETSY SALES ROADMAP [FREE...

In this episode I share the top 5 most popular & downloaded podcast episodes from the last year. 🔗 LINKS: Want to make notes or read through the contents of this episode again? Then check out the accompanying blog post: Etsy Shop Update Checklist for the New Year JOIN OR FIND MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE CONFIDENT CREATORS CLUB.  DOWNLOAD THE HANDMADE BUSINESS HANDBOOK [FREE GUIDE] If you enjoyed this week's episode then please consider sharing it on your social media, with your...

In this episode I share the top 5 most popular & downloaded podcast episodes from the last year. 🔗 LINKS: JOIN OR FIND MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE CONFIDENT CREATORS CLUB.  DOWNLOAD THE HANDMADE BUSINESS HANDBOOK [FREE GUIDE] If you enjoyed this week's episode then please consider sharing it on your social media, with your small business friends or leaving us a review within your podcast listening app. This helps me know which episodes you enjoy so that I can keep creating more of...

In this episode I share the key factors to goal-setting, staying motivated & achieving your goals without feeling pressure or overwhelm. 🔗 LINKS: JOIN OR FIND MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE CONFIDENT CREATORS CLUB. If you enjoyed this week's episode then please consider sharing it on your social media, with your small business friends or leaving us a review within your podcast listening app. This helps me know which episodes you enjoy so that I can keep creating more of them. CONNECT...

In this episode I share 4 things to do before the end of the year in order to finish the year strong & get ready to smash it in the New Year. 🔗 LINKS: JOIN OR FIND MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE CONFIDENT CREATORS CLUB.  Explore all my courses for handmade makers: HANDMADE SUPERSTAR SELLER (Etsy SEO course) | SALES FROM SQUARES (Instagram course) If you enjoyed this week's episode then please consider sharing it on your social media, with your small business friends or leaving us a...

In this episode I share my new membership club, The Confident Creators Club & why you might be interested in joining. 🔗 LINKS: JOIN OR FIND MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE CONFIDENT CREATORS CLUB. If you enjoyed this week's episode then please consider sharing it on your social media, with your small business friends or leaving us a review within your podcast listening app. This helps me know which episodes you enjoy so that I can keep creating more of them. CONNECT WITH ME...

In this episode I share the best social media app to is best for your handmade business. 🔗 LINKS: Get your FREE GUIDE: THE HANDMADE BUSINESS HANDBOOK  Want to make notes or read through the contents of this episode again? Then check out the accompanying blog post: Which social media is best for selling handmade products? If you enjoyed this week's episode then please consider sharing it on your social media, with your small business friends or leaving us a review within your podcast...

In this episode I share the 3 biggest reasons why your handmade business isn't growing. 🔗 LINKS: Get your FREE GUIDE: THE HANDMADE BUSINESS HANDBOOK  Want to make notes or read through the contents of this episode again? Then check out the accompanying blog post: Why your Handmade Business is NOT Growing (3 Big Mistakes you’re Probably Making!) If you enjoyed this week's episode then please consider sharing it on your social media, with your small business friends or leaving us a...

In this episode I share the right & wrong way to use Christmas & holiday keywords on Etsy (it's also the same for Google too!).  🔗 LINKS: Get your FREE GUIDE: YOUR FIRST 1000 ETSY SALES - FREE ETSY SEO ROADMAP Want to make notes or read through the contents of this episode again? Then check out the accompanying blog post: Etsy Christmas keywords & tags that get sales (& those that don't!)  Want to learn how to master Etsy SEO & find the best buyer-focused keywords,...

In this episode I share Tips to Save Time & Avoid Overwhelm This Busy Holiday Sales Season. 🔗 LINKS: Schedule your social media content with Later.com. Use this link to get an extra 10 posts FREE - https://later.com/r/5b0053  Check out my Christmas Sales Success course to help you create your own holiday sales & marketing plan. Want to make notes or read through the contents of this episode again? Then check out the accompanying blog post: How to Save Time & Avoid Overwhelm...

In this episode I share everything you need to know to host a successful Instagram Giveaway in order to see follower growth. 🔗 LINKS: Check out my Sales From Squares course to help you create a profitable Instagram account to help you achieve shop sales. FREE GUIDE: Instagram Sales Guide - How to turn followers into customers. Want to make notes or read through the contents of this episode again? Then check out the accompanying blog post: How to Host a Successful Instagram...

In this episode I share 25 Christmas/holiday/festive marketing ideas for you to pick & choose which to add to your Holiday Sales & Marketing Plan. 🔗 LINKS: Check out my Christmas Sales Success course to help you create your own holiday sales & marketing plan. Follow my 2020 Holiday Sales Season on my YouTube Channel. Want to make notes or read through the contents of this episode again? Then check out the accompanying blog post: 25 Christmas Marketing Ideas for Handmade...

In this episode I talk about whether it’s the right decision for your business to create holiday-inspired or Christmas-specific products. Because it’s not a set ‘yes’ or ‘no’ for each business. There are a lot of factors to consider! So my aim for this podcast episode is to help you decide if it’s right for your business or not. 🔗 LINKS: Check out my Christmas Sales Success course to help you create your own holiday sales & marketing plan. Follow my 2020 Holiday Sales Season on my...

In this episode I share a simple outline as to how to create a holiday sales & marketing plan to help you achieve your holiday sales goals & success as well as avoid stress & burn-out! 🔗 LINKS: Check out my Christmas Sales Success course to help you create your own holiday sales & marketing plan. SPECIAL OFFER: 365 Days of Content Mini-Course - Create your Marketing Plan & Content Calendar in only a few hours! Follow my 2020 Holiday Sales Season on my YouTube...

In this episode I share when to start creating a holiday sales & marketing plan because not only is creating a plan important but it also important to start thinking about it & creating it early enough to avoid stress & burnt-out! 🔗 LINKS: Check out my Christmas Sales Success course to help you create your own holiday sales & marketing plan. Want to hear my review of my Christmas 2019 holiday season period: Listen to episode 5 of the Squeak & Shout Show. Want to...

In this episode I share the 3 tasks that your photos must do in order to get more orders & stand out from your competition on Etsy (because 99% of Etsy sellers aren’t doing them!) 🔗 LINKS: Sign up for the Handmade Superstar Seller Course Waitlist to learn how to master Etsy SEO. Doors open again soon. Want to make notes or read through the contents of this episode again? Then check out the accompanying blog post: What your Etsy Listing Photos Need to Showcase to Get More Sales - Etsy...

In this episode I share the 5 amazing (& free!) Etsy SEO Keyword Tools to help you find the best keywords for within your Etsy Shop & Etsy Listings. 🔗 LINKS: Sign up for the Handmade Superstar Seller Course Waitlist to learn how to master Etsy SEO. Doors open again soon. Want to make notes or read through the contents of this episode again? Then check out the accompanying blog post: Etsy SEO Secrets - Get Better Results in Less Time! Get your FREE GUIDE: YOUR FIRST 1000 ETSY...

In this episode I share the 5 amazing (& free!) Etsy SEO Keyword Tools to help you find the best keywords for within your Etsy Shop & Etsy Listings. 🔗 LINKS: Get your FREE GUIDE: YOUR FIRST 1000 ETSY SALES - FREE ETSY SEO ROADMAP Sign up for the Handmade Superstar Seller Course Waitlist to learn how to master Etsy SEO. Doors open again soon. Want to make notes or read through the contents of this episode again? Then check out the accompanying blog post: Why Etsy SEO isn’t just...

In this episode I share the 5 amazing (& free!) Etsy SEO Keyword Tools to help you find the best keywords for within your Etsy Shop & Etsy Listings. 🔗 LINKS: Get your FREE GUIDE: YOUR FIRST 1000 ETSY SALES - FREE ETSY SEO ROADMAP Sign up for the Handmade Superstar Seller Course Waitlist to learn how to master Etsy SEO. Doors open again soon. Want to make notes or read through the contents of this episode again? Then check out the accompanying blog post: 5 Etsy SEO Keyword Tools...

In this episode I share the 6 steps involved in setting up International Shipping within your Etsy Shop. 🔗 LINKS: Want to make notes or read through the contents of this episode again? Then check out the accompanying blog post: How to Set-up International Shipping in your Etsy Shop in 6 Steps (UK to the Rest of the World) Need more help setting effort-based goals? Check out Podcast Episode 21: 3 Reasons Why Offering ‘Free Shipping’ will get you more Etsy sales & orders. If you...

In this episode I share my 3 phase mid-year review process so that you can remember & celebrate everything you’ve already achieved in the first 6 months as well as get back on track if you’ve not had a great year so far so that you don’t waste the whole year & have any regrets. 🔗 LINKS: Want to make notes or read through the contents of this episode again? Then check out the accompanying blog post: How to Get Back on Track & Motivated Again - Mid-Year Review & Refresh ...