Makers Mean Business with Damon Oates and Parker Stelly of DecoExchange

Episode 040: Living a creative life filled with intention and purpose with Nicole Stevenson Oct 28, 2021

This week, Parker gets to sit down with Nicole Stevenson of Dear Handmade Life for an interview of intimate stories and practical advice for living a creative life filled with intention and purpose.

For more info on all the amazing things Nicole and Dear Handmade Life are working on, check it out at their website: https://dearhandmadelife.com/

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Get Business Coaching from Damon: https://damonsbusinesscoaching.safechkout.net/

Shop DecoExchange: https://www.decoexchange.com/

Parker's Scaling Your Business with Assistants e-book: https://www.decoexchange.com/products/scaling-your-business-with-assistants-by-parker-stelly

Don't forget that you can text Damon directly at 504-553-3451

Episode 039: Hosting In-Person Classes and Events with Melissa Morrow aka Mellie Mel Oct 21, 2021

This week we are catching up with Melissa Morrow (otherwise known at Mellie Mel) about her experience at Wreath Makers Live 2021.

For more info on the conference and all the speakers and sponsors, you can check out https://wreathmakerslive.com/

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Parker's Scaling Your Business with Assistants e-book: https://www.decoexchange.com/products/scaling-your-business-with-assistants-by-parker-stelly

Don't forget that you can text Damon directly at 504-553-3451

Episode 038: The Best Pinterest Tips for Your Creative Business with Allie DeMoss Oct 14, 2021

Today's episode is a recap and overview of Allie DeMoss's talk at Wreath Makers Live, all about using Pinterest for your creative business!

For more info on the conference and all the speakers and sponsors, you can check out https://wreathmakerslive.com/

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Get Business Coaching from Damon: https://damonsbusinesscoaching.safechkout.net/

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Parker's Scaling Your Business with Assistants e-book: https://www.decoexchange.com/products/scaling-your-business-with-assistants-by-parker-stelly

Don't forget that you can text Damon directly at 504-553-3451

Episode 037: Editing Video, the Content Graveyard, and Mental Health Aug 19, 2021

Today's episode is all about Parker's talk (and experience speaking on stage) at Wreath Makers Live.

For more info on the conference and all the speakers and sponsors, you can check out https://wreathmakerslive.com/

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Get Business Coaching from Damon: https://damonsbusinesscoaching.safechkout.net/

Shop DecoExchange: https://www.decoexchange.com/

Parker's Scaling Your Business with Assistants e-book: https://www.decoexchange.com/products/scaling-your-business-with-assistants-by-parker-stelly

Don't forget that you can text Damon directly at 504-553-3451

Episode 036: Don't Do Business Alone with Roberto Candelaria Aug 12, 2021

This week, Roberto is back and dropping some wisdom all about collaborating and NOT doing business alone, inspired by his talk and experience at Wreath Makers Live.

For more info on the conference and all the speakers and sponsors, you can check out https://wreathmakerslive.com/

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Get Business Coaching from Damon: https://damonsbusinesscoaching.safechkout.net/

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Parker's Scaling Your Business with Assistants e-book: https://www.decoexchange.com/products/scaling-your-business-with-assistants-by-parker-stelly

Don't forget that you can text Damon directly at 504-553-3451

Episode 035: Heard at Wreath Makers Live 2021 Aug 04, 2021

Okay, okay, we heard you - you miss the podcast! Thank you so much for the love and support. We're not sure if Damon is going to keep going with this whole podcasting thing, but Parker is back by popular demand with a few more episodes in the pipeline.

It was SO much fun getting to see everyone at Wreath Makers Live. In fact, it was such a high energy, high impact event that we wanted to spend some time recapping some of the amazing speakers and their topics. We were so thrilled to host speakers like Roberto Candelaria, Warren Carlyle, Christine Jerry, Allie DeMoss, Julie Siomacco, Marissa Sayers, and of course... Damon and Parker themselves.

For more info on the conference and all the speakers and sponsors, you can check out https://wreathmakerslive.com/

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Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/Decoexchange/_shop/

Get Business Coaching from Damon: https://damonsbusinesscoaching.safechkout.net/

Shop DecoExchange: https://www.decoexchange.com/

Parker's Scaling Your Business with Assistants e-book: https://www.decoexchange.com/products/scaling-your-business-with-assistants-by-parker-stelly

Don't forget that you can text Damon directly at 504-553-3451

Episode 034: Optimize Your Etsy Listings Using Keywords | SEO Basics for Creative Entrepreneurs with Physical Product Businesses with Damon Oates of DecoExchange Mar 01, 2021

This week we are talking to all of you selling on Etsy! It's important that you understand how to use SEO (Search Engine Optimization) to help your customers find your products.

So what is SEO, anyway? It's how customers are searching for you online!

Here are the main tips that Damon covers in this episode:

1. Understand who you're selling to! You need to identify your "perfect person" or ideal customer. If you need some help with this, check out our training at WIMPPS.com (WIMPPS stands for Who is My Perfect Person)

2. Identify how your customer speaks and searches. You want to use the same words and phrases they do! (For example, would they call it "rustic" or "farmhouse?")

3. Brainstorm how they would describe your product to determine your title. Keep it simple! They don't know the technical details of all your materials. What are they looking for?

4. The big kahuna: Damon is breaking down all the Etsy lingo... from categories, to attributes, to titles, tags, and more! You don't want to miss this.

In order to start with step 1: knowing your ideal customer, we've created an awesome training just for you called Who is My Perfect Person. Check it out at WIMPPS.com!

You can also text the word "resources" to 504-553-3451 to get our free Getting Started checklist!

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Get Business Coaching from Damon: https://damonsbusinesscoaching.safechkout.net/

Shop DecoExchange: https://www.decoexchange.com/

Parker's Scaling Your Business with Assistants e-book: https://www.decoexchange.com/products/scaling-your-business-with-assistants-by-parker-stelly

Don't forget that you can text Damon directly at 504-553-3451

Episode 033: Authenticity in Business | No Bullshit with Damon Oates of DecoExchange Feb 22, 2021

We're back with Episode 33... and an explanation of where we've been.

Have you ever felt inauthentic in your business? That's how Damon felt about his podcast presence. So, for season 2, he's back with a new fervor for authenticity. And, in this first episode, he is giving you his 5 best tips for authenticity in YOUR business!

1. Love what you do - passion trumps skills every time

2. Hire authentic people - surround yourself with a team as passionate about your community and value as you are

3. Acknowledge your weaknesses - list them out and be honest about the fact that YOU don't have to do EVERYTHING in your business yourself

4. Talk to everyone - your entire business matters at all levels, so you need to be in touch with every person who works in your business

5. Make customer connections - show up where your customers are, talk to them, hear their concerns, and build your own reputation

Most importantly: Be Yourself. Stop trying to be a cookie cutter business. The key to being successful is to just be yourself.

If you liked this episode, we want to hear from you. Text Damon directly at 504-553-3451.

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Get Business Coaching from Damon: https://damonsbusinesscoaching.safechkout.net/

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Parker's Scaling Your Business with Assistants e-book: https://www.decoexchange.com/products/scaling-your-business-with-assistants-by-parker-stelly

Don't forget that you can text Damon directly at 504-553-3451

Episode 032: Let's RECAP the Makers Mean Business Podcast | A Check-In with Parker Stelly Oct 05, 2020

Can you believe this is already EPISODE 32?! Y'all, time flies when you're having fun.

Parker sat down to recap all the amazing content that has been covered so far in the podcast. Here's a quick reference in case there's an episode you want to go back and check out (or listen again!):

Episode 001 - 6 Tips to Battle Impostor Syndrome

Episode 002 - Getting Started, Failure, and the BIGGEST Myth about Business that NEEDS to be Busted!

Episode 003 - Introduction to Subscription Boxes (Sarah Williams)

Episode 004 - Story of a Maker (Kari Gustafson)

Episode 005 - Story of a Maker (Clara-Nicole)

Episode 006 - Intro to Facebook Ads (Gretchen Wheeler)

Episode 007 - How to Sell More on Etsy (Lauren Kilgore)

Episode 008 - Who is my Perfect Person? (WIMPPs)

Episode 009 - Let Making Bring You Joy (Andrea Brown)

Episode 010 - Building a Community on Instagram (Warren Carlyle)

Episode 011 - Story of a Maker (Rhonda Nickerson)

Episode 012 - Scaling Your Business with Assistants

Episode 013 - Story of a Maker (Christine Jerry)

Episode 014 - Intro to SEO (Christine Jerry)

Episode 015 - Story of a Maker (Mellie Mel)

Episode 016 - Creating Quality Video Content

Episode 017 - Community over Competition (Tamara Bennett)

Episode 018 - Quick Win Weekend

Episode 019 - Story of a Maker (Amy Smith)

Episode 020 - SIO (Simplify, Implement, Optimize)

Episode 021 - Story of a Maker (Zach Hufnagel)

Episode 022 - 3 Keys to Selling Online

Episode 023 - Parker's Tips for Youtube Success

Episode 024 - Community of Customers

Episode 025 - Create with Your Customers (Jillian Leslie)

Episode 026 - Making Content for the Platform (Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, TikTok, Pinterest, Blogging)

Episode 027 - Using Live Video & Embracing Imperfection (Brooke Riley)

Episode 028 - Makers and Trademarks (Emily D. Baker)

Episode 029 - All Things MLM (Marissa Sayers)

Episode 030 - Maximize the Power of Relationships (Roberto Candelaria)

Episode 031 - Selling Digital Products (Joy)

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Get Business Coaching from Damon: https://damonsbusinesscoaching.safechkout.net/

Shop DecoExchange: https://www.decoexchange.com/

Parker's Scaling Your Business with Assistants e-book: https://www.decoexchange.com/products/scaling-your-business-with-assistants-by-parker-stelly

Episode 031: Story of a Maker | Selling Digital Products | Running a Multi 6-Figure Business | Interview with Joy from Alphalicious Designs Oct 01, 2020

Today's interview is with Joy from Alphalicious Designs. She's a maker with a completely digital business... which means NO SHIPPING! She designs embroidery and cut files and sells them as digital downloads on both Etsy and Shopify, and even though her designs are small items for less than $5 apiece, she still maintains a 6-figure online business!

Tune in to hear about the resources she used to get started, how she overcame no natural drawing ability to become a 6-figure designer, and her tips for other online business-owners.

You can check out Joy's website here: https://alphaliciousdesigns.com/

Her Etsy here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AlphaliciousApplique?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=606763247

Her Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/alphaliciousdesigns/

And join her Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alphaliciousdesignsclub/

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Get Business Coaching from Damon: https://damonsbusinesscoaching.safechkout.net/

Shop DecoExchange: https://www.decoexchange.com/

Parker's Scaling Your Business with Assistants e-book: https://www.decoexchange.com/products/scaling-your-business-with-assistants-by-parker-stelly

Episode 030: Maximize the Power of Relationships and Build Community with Roberto Candelaria Sep 28, 2020

On this week's episode, Parker and Roberto Candelaria are talking all about maximizing relationships in order to network and grow your business!

Everyone needs relationships to succeed in business - whether that's building a network for sponsors, affiliates, or building your own community... it's essential to build authentic relationships with the people around you.

There are tons of people around you, and you are building relationships with them - either intentionally or unintentionally - all the time. So it is critical to consider what you want to be known as - or known for. Who do you want to be?

Roberto believes you need to be asking yourself a few other important questions, as well. What do you bring to the table? And what do you hope to get from the table? It's not just about making sales, it's about finding more people you can serve, and also about making connections with people who can serve you.

You can learn more about Roberto on his website: https://robertocandelaria.com/

He also has a Facebook group called Community Growth & Profits! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propelyourprofits

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Parker's Scaling Your Business with Assistants e-book: https://www.decoexchange.com/products/scaling-your-business-with-assistants-by-parker-stelly

Episode 029: What is MLM? How Multilevel Marketing Can Help You Grow as an Entrepreneur and Diversify Your Income with Marissa Sayers Sep 24, 2020

This episode is all about MLM! What is MLM, you might be asking? It stands for Multi-Level Marketing... and Marissa Sayers has both a successful creative Etsy shop in addition to her own MLM business!

In this episode, Marissa and Parker break down several myths about MLM, the major mistakes some MLM entrepreneurs make, and what to look for in an MLM.

An MLM is a business! Not a hobby. It's a great opportunity for Makers because you already have an audience and are used to selling physical products online. When entrepreneurs treat MLMs like hobbies instead of businesses, they tend to rely on their friends and family and personal networks, instead of building their own online community with their ideal customers!

Plus, Marissa recommends entrepreneurs consider MLMs because it's another opportunity to diversify your income! The more revenue streams, the better.

When considering an MLM, some things to think about and explore include:

1) Who you might want to sign up under and what they can offer you in terms of support and coaching

2) What outside coaching and training influences you can pursue to support your MLM business

3) Finding a company that aligns with who you are and how you like to spend your time

4) Consider how you will get paid as part of a particular organization and make sure you understand all the ins and outs of any contracts

Marissa is a passionate entrepreneur with multiple businesses, a mom and wife, and is planner and stationery obsessed! She loves to help people figure out how to monetize their gifts and make their dreams come true.

You can learn more about Marissa and her various business endeavors here: http://www.marissamaesayers.com/

You can follow her on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/MarissaMaeSayers

Follow her on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/marissamaesayers/?hl=en & here: https://www.instagram.com/sayersandco/?hl=en

And check out her Etsy shop here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/sayersandco/

Episode 028: Makers and Trademarks - Can I Make Disney Stuff for Re-Sale? Interview with Emily D Baker Sep 21, 2020

Today's episode features the Emily D. Baker, former Deputy District Attorney now helping clients navigate the wild world of online business! She loves to talk about trademarks, terms of use, and other important legal issues for online business owners.

We are covering two major topics today:

1) Can you make stuff inspired by other brands (like Disney, Louis Vuitton, Coach, sports teams, universities, etc)? (The answer is no.) What happens if you do? What kind of action can they take? Will they sue you and take all your money? Will they have your website taken down? (The answer is: they can!)

2) What do I do if someone is stealing my designs? What kind of action can I take?

You can follow Emily all over the internet:

Her podcast, Get Legit Law & Shit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-legit-law-sh-t/id1486229281

Her website: https://emilydbaker.com/

Her legal shop (for legal documents, terms of use, etc, to protect your business): https://getlegitshop.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theemilydbaker/

Facebook (she goes live on Fridays, don't miss it!): https://www.facebook.com/TheEmilyDBaker/

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Parker's Scaling Your Business with Assistants e-book: https://www.decoexchange.com/products/scaling-your-business-with-assistants-by-parker-stelly

Episode 027: Using Live Video and Embracing Imperfection to Build a Community - Interview with Brooke Riley of Re-fabbed Sep 14, 2020

This week Damon interviewed Brooke Riley of Re-fabbed. Brooke started her blog and her Facebook community at the same time, and she's setting the record straight that blogging is not dead and that it can still be profitable! As long as we are consistent and strategic.

Damon and Brooke discuss the importance of building a community, using live video - even when it's not perfect, and how to get around that fear of imperfection... and even to embrace it!

And, as usual, let's get clear on one thing: collaboration over competition, y'all! There's enough room for all of us to have success on the internet, Brooke says, because there are billions of people out there! You only have to target a group of them in order to have massive success online.

So what's coming next for Brooke and Re-fabbed? A kids' clothing line, perhaps a doggie clothing line (thanks to Damon's pressure - err.... suggestion!), more live events (post pandemic!), and more. Check out the Re-fabbed blog, boutique, and subscription box below!

Blog: https://www.re-fabbed.com/

Boutique: https://www.re-fabbedboutique.com/

Join the Re-fabbed VIP Text Club: 270-200-5848

Join the waitlist for the Re-fabbed subscription box: https://re-fabulousbox.pages.ontraport.net/waitlist

Episode 026: Making Content for the Platform - Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Pinterest, Blogging Sep 07, 2020

Parker is dropping some serious knowledge today about not only what content works best on each platform to reach customers, but also how to repurpose one piece of content to use on multiple platforms!

He's talking about:

1. Facebook

2. Instagram

3. Pinterest

4. YouTube

5. TikTok

6. Blogging

Join the course with Parker featuring SEO Queen Christine Jerry all about creating effective content and repurposing it here: RecycleYourContent.com

Follow DecoExchange on all the platforms so you don't miss a thing!:

https://www.facebook.com/decoexchange/

https://www.instagram.com/decoexchange/

https://www.pinterest.com/Decoexchange/

https://howtomakewreaths.com/blog

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJAN_9Npn3LIbe2klovUbUA

Episode 025: Create with Your Customers with Jillian Leslie Sep 03, 2020

Jillian Leslie, of the Blogger Genius Podcast, MiloTree, and Catch My Party, joins us today for a deep dive into the evolution of her online business and everything she's learned. Spoiler alert: it hasn't all been easy!

You can check out her podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blogger-genius-podcast-with-jillian-leslie/id1327139513

Join the Blog Start program here: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/12718/187465

Episode 024: Community of Customers Aug 31, 2020

This week, Damon is giving you 6 Tips to grow your Community of Customers!

1. Listen to your community! They will point blank tell you what they want and need, and what their pain points are.

2. Keep the content engaging! Use your platforms wisely.

3. Be SEARCHABLE. Make sure you are using SEO terms in titles, posts, and SEO fields!

4. Make it PERSONAL. People want to do business with other PEOPLE.

5. Don't just build a community on borrowed ground - make sure you're building an e-mail list and pushing your community to your own website.

6. Turn your best customers into BRAND ADVOCATES!

For more information on the 4-Day Challenge to help raise funds for those impacted by Hurricane Laura, check out: damonsbowchallenge.com

Or, text Damon directly at 504-553-3451 and include the word BOW.

Episode 023: Parker's Tips for YouTube Success Aug 27, 2020

You are going to LOVE today's episode with Parker's top 10 tips for YouTube Success!

YouTube is a real thing, y'all, people are searching on there and sales are happening and extra money can be made! So tune in to learn about how to create high impact titles, effective descriptions, intro videos, cards, tags, and more!

Oh! And you are definitely going to want to check out https://www.tubebuddy.com/decoexchange - they have an awesome system to help you optimize your YouTube Tags, Titles, & Descriptions!

Episode 022: 3 Keys to Selling Online Aug 24, 2020

What does it take to have a successful online shop for your handmade goods? In this episode, Parker is breaking down the three main keys it takes every maker - regardless of what platform- to sell online.

1. Traffic

2. Photos

3. SEO

If you like this kind of training, you're going to love Damon's business coaching! Check it out here:

https://www.damonsbusinesscoaching.com/

Episode 021: Zack Hufnagel from Wreaths of Joy Aug 20, 2020

On today's episode, Damon sits down with Zack Hufnagel of Wreaths of Joy to talk about scaling from 0 to 7 figures! Listen in to hear about scaling from a spare room, to taking over the whole house, to converting a barn; shipping strategies and order picking techniques; and more.

You can find Zack Hufnagel on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/zackhufnagel/?hl=en

Also follow Wreaths of Joy on Facebook...

https://www.facebook.com/wreathsofjoyllc/

On Instagram...

https://www.instagram.com/wreathsofjoy/

& Shop for Supplies Now at:

https://wreathsupplyoutlet.com/

Episode 020: SIO - Simplify, Implement, Optimize Aug 17, 2020

Parker is giving away all his secrets today about implementation and operations! We all know that sometimes business - even coaching - can be really overwhelming, but Parker has refined a three step process that you can start using immediately:

1. Simplify

2. Implement

3. Optimize

Episode 019: Interview with Amy Smith from Ba Bam Wreaths Aug 13, 2020

Today's episode features Amy from Ba Bam Wreaths! Find out how her business has grown, how her personal story and message motivates her dreams, her tips for other Makers, and what being a Maker means to her!

Here's Amy's website: https://www.babamwreaths.com/

Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/babamwreaths1

Or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/babamwreaths

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Your ticket includes: ~ 3 PROFESSIONALLY RECORDED TUTORIALS ~ 3 LIVE TUTORIALS ~ 3 QUICK WIN BUSINESS TIP TUTORIALS

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Episode 018: Quick Win Weekend Aug 10, 2020

This episode is sponsored by QUICK WIN WEEKEND - get your tickets at www.quickwinweekend.com

Tammy (Polka Dot Wreath Co), Mellie Mel (Sincerely Creative), & Jacquelyn (the Fancy Front Door) have joined forces to bring you the QUICK WIN WEEKEND!!! Join this dream team trio of BFF's as we make SHOW STOPPERS, QUICK SHOP FILLERS, and drop some QUICK WIN business bombs to make sure you're on track to have a FABULOUS FALL!!!

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**UNLIMITED ACCESS to the Facebook group and its content for 12 MONTHS

Episode 017: Community over Competition with Tamara Bennett Aug 06, 2020

Damon and Tamara Bennett (Southern A-door-nments Decor) are breaking down everything about her business from A-Z!

Tamara shares all about her core principle of community over competition, details about her membership group and what she offers, the journey of her business from when she started it to how it's grown and evolved, what running a Maker business has done for her life and her family, and more.

Listen in as she shares her top tips for those starting their own business and what she would do differently if she were to do it all over:

1. Start your list!

2. Show your face.

3. Be authentically yourself.

4. Find accountability groups!

Follow her on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/southernadoornmentsdecor

Check out her website here: https://southernadoornmentsdecor.com/

Shop door hangers here: https://shopdoorhangers.com/

Get on the waiting list for her membership, reopening again soon, here: https://southernadoornmentsdecor.com/painters-clubhouse/

Don't forget to leave a review if you found this helpful, and make sure to hit subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

Episode 016: Creating Quality Video Content Aug 03, 2020

Want to see what Quality Content and a good social strategy can achieve?

In this episode, Parker is breaking down just the beginning of our strategy around creating good content - especially video content!

1) Check your lighting & sound quality - and don't be afraid to record a test video to make sure you sound okay, detect any of your bad habits, and to make sure there are no weird shadows or bright spots!

2) Make sure you have good "actual" content in your video - speak with a purpose and know your Perfect Person! Don't forget a clear call to action!

3) Know the data - what platform are you using and what does your audience look for on that platform?

4) Watch yourself improve - when you watch your own content (even when it's painful!) you will get better! You'll notice your areas of opportunity to improve and then you can work on them.

5) Repurpose content. As long as you know how to use content effectively on each platform, there's no reason you can't do a little editing here and there to re-use the same content across multiple platforms!

WANT MORE? JOIN THE CHALLENGE! Create Quality Content: 5-Day Challenge By Parker Stelly

What will you learn? You will learn how to create high quality video content that can be repurposed and reused for multiple platforms. Whether it be Facebook lives or recorded videos - we will walk you through the tools, guide you through the steps, and teach you the important metrics to keep an eye on.

When is the challenge? August 24-28th at 6pm CST each day.

How much is the challenge? The 5 day challenge is a one time payment of $20.

http://createqualitycontent.com/

Episode 015: Interview with Mellie Mel from Sincerely Creative Mom Jul 30, 2020

Today Damon is getting the whole story from Melissa AKA Mellie Mel of Sincerely Creative Mom about tips for starting out, selling online compared to selling in brick and mortar, how to partner with local boutiques, imposter syndrome, and what being a maker has done for Melissa's life.

Follow Melissa here (and make sure you follow her so you don't miss her e-book about selling your products at local boutiques!): https://www.facebook.com/SincerelyCreativebyMom

Episode 014: How Your Customers Find You Online - Introduction to SEO with Christine Jerry Jul 27, 2020

What the heck is SEO?

Today we are giving you a crash course to Search Engine Optimization... that means, how your customers find you on the internet!

SEO can be pretty complex, but don't worry, we kept it simple and actionable for you today!

We teamed up with Christine to give you all things SEO in a convenient handbook... so if you want to dig in to this stuff, check out this resource we put together just for you:

https://www.decoexchange.com/products/the-comprehensive-seo-handbook

Episode 013: Interview with Christine Jerry Jul 23, 2020

Today Parker sits down with a different kind of maker! Meet Christine Jerry of the Virtual Collab, a specialist in blogging, website development, and SEO. She even helped Parker & Damon with their book about SEO, which you can find here: https://www.decoexchange.com/products/the-comprehensive-seo-handbook

Check out the Virtual Collab Hub: https://virtualcollabhub.com/

Follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/virtualcollabhub

And stay tuned for Christine's upcoming course all about Scalable Blogging, for folks who have websites but want help with direction and strategy!

Episode 012: Scaling Your Business with Assistants Jul 20, 2020

Parker is here to drop some knowledge based on his new eBook (available now at www.decoexchange.com!) all about Scaling Your Business... with assistants!

1. Examine and Control Your Budget

2. Invest in Yourself & Your Business

If you are interested in working with us, check out our coaching options at https://www.damonsbusinesscoaching.com/

3. Hire Help When Needed - did you know you don't have to do everything yourself? You do not have to be a solo-preneur!

What is your time worth? And how to calculate it!
How are you spending your time? And how to track it!
What do you like to do, and what do you *hate* to do, that you might be able to hire out?

Buy Parker's eBook here: https://www.decoexchange.com/products/scaling-your-business-with-assistants-by-parker-stelly

Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you are notified when we drop a new episode!

Episode 011: Interview with Rhonda Nickerson from Rhonda's Creative Corner Jul 16, 2020

Today Damon and Rhonda Nickerson from Rhonda's Creative Corner sit down to talk about her journey, from Etsy to Youtube and everything in between! She breaks down how her business has helped her feel closer to her family, how she juggles the demands of being a Maker while also maintaining her "9 to 5," and tips for new business owners who are just starting out!

Follow Rhonda's Creative Corner on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/rhondascreativecorner/

Check out her website here: https://rhondascreativecorner.com

And make sure to check out her Youtube where some of her videos have over 80,000 views and her channel has over 30,000 subscribers!: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCYzZHqF1poUyOhFBlQzS5Q

Episode 010: Building a Community on Instagram with Warren Carlyle Jul 13, 2020

Our friend Warren is good at a lot of things - but one thing in particular he has really mastered is building a community on Instagram! His tips today don't only apply to Instagram - so wherever you've built your community, sit back and enjoy the ride because this episode has got lots of great suggestions for your business!

Get Warren's free download (Want to find & attract your SUPER FANS on Instagram?) here: http://octowarren.com

Check out his Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/octonation/

Episode 009: Let Making Bring You Joy with Andrea Brown Jul 09, 2020

On today's episode, Damon sits down with Andrea Brown, AKA the Queen of Joy!

Andrea shares her top 3 tips for those just starting out, the biggest obstacles she's faced in her business and how she overcomes them, and some insight into what exciting things are coming up in her business...

Make sure to get on her wait list for her e-book How to Choose Joy here: https://howtochoosejoy.com/

You can also follow her on Facebook (don't miss Coffee with Drea!) at: https://www.facebook.com/ranchhousewreathsandmore/

Check out her craft supply website here: https://ranchhousecraftsupplies.com/

Episode 008: Using Your Perfect Person To Increase Traffic and Sales Jul 06, 2020

Make sure your page is talking to ONE perfect person.

Your IDEAL customer is the FOUNDATION of your business!

Did you know we have an awesome training for you to figure out who that person is?

Go to: findmywimpps.com AND podcast listeners can use the code "MMB8" for $10 off!

In this episode, we also talk about the THREE pillars of content to engage with your ideal customer:

1. Event Based Content

2. Engaging Content

3. Educational Content

Was this episode helpful? Make sure to leave a review and let us know! And, don't forget to share this episode with anyone you know who might benefit!

Episode 007: How to Sell More on Etsy with Lauren Kilgore Jul 02, 2020

This week our girl Lauren Kilgore is breaking down how to sell more on Etsy. She talks about the biggest lessons she's learned along the way in her own business and gives plenty of advice and tips for those just starting out.

Plus, she is offering a giveaway for help with keywords for Etsy sellers listening to this podcast! Check it out at www.mmblauren.com

Learn more about Lauren: https://www.laurenkilgore.com/

BONUS Episode 006.5: 3 Action Items for FB Ads You Can Take Today! Jun 29, 2020

If you liked our interview with Gretchen in Episode 006, you're going to LOVE this bonus episode from Parker! We want to make sure that each episode lights a fire for you to take action in your own business - so today, we are bringing you some ideas for ways to run ads relevant to your own business, and also challenging you with three ways to take action right now!

Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and even YouTube by searching for DecoExchange! We are all over the place and we can't wait to see you there.

Also, don't forget to hit subscribe so you get notified whenever we have a new episode!

Episode 006: Intro to Facebook Ads with Gretchen Wheeler Jun 29, 2020

Does spending money on Facebook ads feel like a big black box of unknown for you? Do you feel like you're gambling? What amount of money is the right amount for ad spend, depending on where you are in your business?

Today, Parker debriefs with our friend Gretchen Wheeler - the brains behind DecoExchange's Facebook ads strategy - on how to tackle this topic, even if you're just starting out!

Hire Gretchen: https://gretchenwheeler101.com/

Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decoexchange/

Don't forget to hit subscribe so you get notified whenever we drop a new podcast episode! And, if this is helpful for you, take a moment to leave us a review and to share this episode with someone else who might benefit from it :)

Episode 005: Interview with Clara-Nicole of She's Crafty Too Jun 25, 2020

Today Damon chats with Clara-Nicole of She's Crafty Too. Listen in to hear all about her journey from a corporate 9-5 to craftypreneurship!

Today we cover topics like:

How to push through the struggles of selling - it hasn't always been easy!
What's up next for Clara-Nicole
3 Tips for those who are just starting out
What being a maker means to Clara-Nicole

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Episode 004: Interview with Kari Gustafson of Hot Mesh Mom Jun 22, 2020

Today Damon got a chance to catch up with our long time friend and the poster child for Makers Mean Business, Kari Gustafson of Hot Mesh Mom.

Today we cover topics like:

What Kari knows now that she wishes she knew when she first started
Who has helped Kari push through when this business gets hard
3 Tips for those who are just starting out
Where Kari's business is headed in the future

Make sure to follow Kari and check out her monthly subscription here:

wreathrailclub.com

https://www.hotmeshmom.com/

Episode 002: Getting Started, Failure, and the BIGGEST Myth About Business that Needs to be Busted! Jun 15, 2020

Get Started with these 4 tips:

Collecting payment
Find New Customers
Repeat Sales
Upselling

In this episode we also talk about our biggest business failure to date!

Finally, 5 tips to find a mentor online:

Have a common purpose
Core Values
Transparency
Positive attitude
Street Cred

Episode 003: Introduction to Subscription Boxes with Sarah Williams Jun 15, 2020

In this episode, Parker sits down with Sarah Williams to talk all things subscription boxes. Hear both our story, and Sarah's story, and learn more about services Sarah offers if you want to start your own subscription box!

Join Sarah's Waiting List:

https://framedbysarah.com/launch-your-box/

Episode 001: 6 Tips to Battle Impostor Syndrome Jun 15, 2020

Welcome to the Makers Mean Business Podcast!

In this episode, we are talking all about:

Who is a Maker
Ever doubt your ability?
Who encouraged you to make it possible?
Something I wish I knew when I started: Impostor Syndrome
6 Tips to Battle Impostor Syndrome

Catch up with us on Facebook and Instagram @decoexchange and join us next time to hear the biggest failure I've experienced to date in our business, my best advice on how to get started, a myth that needs to be busted, and to find out what being a Maker means to me!

If you found this episode helpful, don't forget to hit subscribe, leave us a review, and share with someone else who might need to hear it, too!

Episode 000: COMING SOON: Makers Mean Business | A Podcast by Damon Oates & Parker Stelly for Craftpreneurs who want to turn their handmade crafts into a thriving online business! May 18, 2020

Do you make your own handmade crafts, have your own small business, or even consider yourself a craftpreneur?

If so then HIT SUBSCRIBE because starting June 15, every Monday we will be releasing a new episode of MAKERS MEAN BUSINESS - a podcast about all the challenges, struggles, rewards and benefits of running your own online business.

Each week, Damon Oates & Parker Stelly are going to be talking about overcoming obstacles, what we've learned along the way, and even interview friends of ours who have built their own thriving crafty business.

Make sure and subscribe on your favorite app for listening to podcasts!

Next time someone tells you your DIY passion is just a hobby... Let them know that you are a maker and you mean business.

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