MARKETING
This short read "The First Minute" by Chris Fenning dives into the importance of the initial moments of any professional interaction, whether it's a presentation, a meeting, or a pitch. Fenning's approach is built around a straightforward and powerful framework that focuses on preparing
Guest Articles
Once again, our friend Nicole Bedard, a creative brand photographer from Connecticut, USA, has written a standout article for you, the modern maker, on brand photography. She explains the 3 key types of imagery you can use to communicate your business.
MARKETING
A quick review of a book I read this week and some of the key takeaways from it. Noah Kagans Million Dollar Weekend is as practical as it is insightful and unlike many books in its niche is not a labour to read.
MINDSET
I LEARNT A NEW WORD: MERAKI I want to introduce you to a word I stumbled on a couple of weeks ago. It has sat as a note on my desktop since then to remind me to write a newsletter about it. The word in question: Meraki. I have tracked
Guest Articles
Will writes for us a little about his journey, but more importantly about how starting is the most important thing you can do in your making journey, irrespective of all the doubts, worry, and uncertainty. Just. Start. Making.
MARKETING
Our friend and brand photographer Nicole Bedard has worked with some big name brands before pivoting to helping small creative businesses just like yours tell their brand story. Here she has wrote for you what you should watch out for when looking for a brand photographer yourself.
Guest Articles
Brandon dropped into our DM's with a story to tell. He is a leather worker and has been for some time. With many hours of his own craft and teaching under his belt Brandon had some advice he wanted to share and we are all to happy to be sharing it.
MINDSET
Every experience has molded you, and no effort you've made has ever been in vain. The failures, obstacles, and challenges you've encountered have all contributed to your growth and strength. I recently wrote a letter to myself, a practice aimed at acknowledging my accomplishments and extending
MINDSET
The crucial trio of mindsets every business owner needs: Technician, Manager, and Entrepreneur. Balancing these roles is key to thriving in the ever-changing landscape of entrepreneurship.
RAGS TO RICHES
Explore Thomas Gojkovich's journey from woodworking hobbyist to successful entrepreneur, leveraging social media to build a community and sell digital plans. Discover his valuable tips for a thriving woodworking business.
Guest Articles
Explore the transformative journey of embracing personal branding, breaking free from overthinking, and connecting authentically online. Uncover valuable insights and practical tips for building a genuine, engaging online presence."
NEWS
Kate and I have been thinking hard over the past years since starting We Are Makers. What will its final form be? Over the coming weeks and months I will be writing a multi part series. Our journey so far, The Questions we have asked ourselves and the answers we give.
Guest Articles
We Invited Nicole Bedard, the brand photographer who prides herself in aiding creative businesses in achieving their full potential when it comes to telling their brand story to give us her insight into the 5 social media posts every creative buisness needs.
MINDSET
Are you going in circles? If you answered yes, you are wrong. and here is why:
PRODUCTIVITY
Discover the transformative 'Jar of Done' challenge inspired by Nathalie at The Mill, France. Embrace a unique practice to celebrate achievements, big and small, throughout 2024. Learn how this simple yet effective method can shift your focus and foster positive reflections.
MINDSET
DO LESS. But do it better. Consistency wins. Pick your anyTHING and nail it. Be relentless, get better, and shout it from the rooftops about how much better you are at it today than yesterday.
Guest Articles
Our good friend Tim Cullen has a unique approach to his social media. Over the years he has built a close group of customers in an open messaging group on Facebook who he communicates with daily, brining them in on what it is to be a maker. he writes about this experience and why it works for him.
PODCAST
Welcome to Episode 42 of the We Are Makers Podcast! In this episode, we had the incredible opportunity to spend an entire day with Alisha Koppert, a talented ceramicist hailing from Waco, TX. Alisha's journey with clay began in her early memories, as she and her brother would
PODCAST
Get ready for Episode 39 of We Are Makers podcast with the BBQ maestros, Mike and Matt from M&M BBQ Company! Join them in their cutting-edge workshop in Tool, Texas for an inspiring journey into the world of barbeque and fabrication. With over 30 years of revolutionizing the