Like most jobs, you are supplied "on the job training", but what do you do when you are the boss?
There really are no rights or wrongs to how you want to run your business,
it's just sometimes you might not know where to start.
Making the decision to start a handmade business and be taken seriously.. well it can be scary.
I know that I LOVE to google everything, I would rather google then to ask someone.
But who says asking is all that bad? In fact we are a community of Indie Business owners
that should be holding eachothers' hands every step of the way hoping we all succeed right?
Well in a happy world, yes. But that's not always the case.
If you are looking for answers and don't know where to start,
how about you step away from the computer and do it the old fashioned way.
READ A BOOK.
Most of you know the story of Gussy Sews and how Maggie basically checked out
30 books from the library and taught herself to sew just 3 short years ago.
Now look at how successful her brand has become!
One thing is for sure, if you don't know where to look and all you do is look at the success
of others around you.. well you will get no where!
(all sources are linked to www.amazon.com)
I've compiled a small list of 8 books that I would love to recommend to you!
How to sell your crafts locally, globally and online.
The rise of DIY, arts, craft and design
A step-by-step guide to successful selling on etsy and beyon
This is the one book that will show readers how to create a
successful and fulfilling venture they can be proud of
This action-oriented take-along planner is packed with advice and worksheets
that guide creative entrepreneurs in their hot pursuit of profit
A guide to the online market place for crafts and handmade products
A guide to co-working for indie workers, small business and non-profits.
An indie authors advertising plan
(great brand tools for business too)
If any of you have read these, or decided on ordering
one I would love to hear about your experience!