In this episode of The Makers Way podcast, Shawna and her BFF Nicole spill the real tea on selling your handmade work without selling your soul. From battling booth-day nerves to shifting out of "please-buy-this" energy, they dive into the emotional rollercoaster of market life. You’ll hear laughs, some deep mindset shifts, and tips on pricing, storytelling, and setting up a booth that actually sells (not just looks cute). Bonus: shame, identity, and why making someone feel beautiful is part of the job.

00:00 The Journey of Entrepreneurship

04:18 The Art of Selling: Storytelling and Connection

06:35 Overcoming Shyness in Sales

10:39 Creating Authentic Connections with Customers

14:46 Navigating Market Energy and Customer Engagement

19:00 Shifting Mindset: From Desperation to Abundance

22:45 The Impact of Identity on Selling

30:15 Understanding and Overcoming Shame in Business

35:09 Emotional Awareness and Market Dynamics

39:13 Sales Reference Points and Market Performance

41:41 Market Strategy: Quality, Niche, and Authenticity

44:47 Building Connections: Authenticity in Sales

48:09 Practical Booth Tips: Standing vs. Sitting

51:54 Display Strategies: Enhancing Product Visibility

56:59 The Importance of Pricing and Customer Engagement

01:00:34 The Value of Art and Emotional Connection

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