How To Be A Handmade Boss

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


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📱 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 your USP (unique selling point).

🚀 Steph illustrates how to identify the real benefits your products offers customers. Whether you're selling jewellery, art, or any handmade item, this we will help you redefine your marketing strategy and connect with your target audience on a more meaningful level.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • The impact of changing consumer behaviour post-pandemic
  • Why competing on price can actually hurt your business
  • Understanding what you are really selling and why
  • Practical examples to help you identify the emotional benefits of your products
  • Actionable homework to dig deeper into your target audience

🔗 Also mentioned in this podcast #22 Discover Your Target Audience: Tips for Online Handmade Business Owners 

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🎙 Welcome to the Handmade Bosses Podcast with Steph 👋

If you’re dreaming of starting your handmade business or knee-deep in Etsy listings and feeling stuck - you’re in the right place.

I’m Steph - handmade business coach, Etsy seller since 2016, and founder of Handmade Bosses. I help makers go from overwhelmed to consistent sales (yes, even if you’re just starting).

🛍 Learn how to:

• Start and grow on Etsy

• Turn browsers into buyers

• Master SEO, branding, pricing

• Find your niche and ideal customer

• Scale beyond Etsy to your own website

💸 I’ve helped thousands of makers build profitable 4 and 5-figure shops — and in this podcast, I’ll show you how too.

✨ Free starter resources: handmadebosses.com/freeresources

🎓 Deeper help? Explore the HBSA, the SMS & more: handmadebosses.com/paidresources

📅 Join our Facebook group for free workshops: facebook.com/groups/handmadebosses/events

📸 Follow us on Instagram for tips and inspo: instagram.com/handmadebosses


Hit follow, grab a brew, and let’s grow your handmade biz.

Love, Steph & Team HB xox

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