The Thriving Maker
If you're a craftsperson or maker and looking to sell your craft then this is for you! This podcast will help guide you to creating a joyful and thriving business for your craft.
The Thriving Maker podcast is hosted by me, Sarah Kavanagh, with over 15 years experience as a fine jewellery maker and designer, entrepreneur and educator.
Tune in to each weekly episode to get business tips and strategies for handmade businesses along with insights and inspirations for growing a joyful and thriving business and a life you love.
Podcasting since 2024 • 20 episodes
The Thriving Maker
Latest Episodes
Choose Your Future & Achieve Your Goals in 2025
This episode centres around the art and importance of goal setting for your creative business, emphasising reflection on past achievements and understanding your future aspirations. Setting goals isn’t just for the start of the year. I...
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Episode 20
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15:59
#19: Time Management Magic: Navigating the Holiday Season Without Overwhelm
The holiday season can sometimes feel like a whirlwind for makers and small business owners. In this essential episode of the Thriving Maker podcast, I share my expert strategies for managing time, balancing business and personal commitme...
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Episode 19
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12:22
#18: Black Friday Alternatives For Makers - Celebrate Your Creativity and Uniqueness Rather Than Discounting
As a small creative business the holiday season can be the time you make most of your sales - but how do you compete with large retailers offering all sorts of Black Friday discounts. Instead celebrate your creativity, unique designs, your ...
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Episode 18
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8:37
#17: The Key Decisions To Know When Starting Your Website
If you're ready to take your handmade business online with it's own website then there's some key decisions you need to make. Don't let not knowing where to start hold you back. This episode of The Thriving Maker podcast will help y...
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Episode 17
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16:36
#16: Exceptional Customer Experience and Building Customer Loyalty
What if every element of your handmade business, from customer communication to the unboxing experience, could set you apart from others? That's what exceptional customer service does! Join me as I guide you through practical strategies designe...
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Episode 16
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14:41