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.
Episodes
20 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
#15: The Power of Decision Making For You and Your Business
If you've ever struggled with decision paralysis in your creative business, you're not alone. In this episode of The Thriving Maker I talk all about the power of being able to make decisions and I promise you’ll gain practical strategies to sha...
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Episode 15
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15:31
#14: Planning for Success and Developing a Success Mindset
Your mindset plays a huge part in the growth and success of your business. Knowing and recognising your version of success and planning how you're going to get there. In this episode of The Thriving Maker I unpack what having a success mindset ...
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Episode 14
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8:01
#13: The Power of Focus: Mastering One Project at a Time in Your Craft Business
Focusing on just one task at a time can really transform your craft business. In this episode of The Thriving Maker podcast, I share how the power of sustained focus can dramatically elevate your productivity and creative output. I know b...
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Episode 13
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20:49
#12: Your Craft Business Journey - The Possibilities & Opportunities Ahead
Ever wondered where you stand on your craft business journey and how to take it to the next level? This episode of the Thriving Maker podcast is a little more interactive as we explore the exciting transition from having a craft hobby to becomi...
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Episode 12
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24:36
#11: Elevating Your Craft: The Power of Beautiful Product Photography
Can top-notch product photos really transform your handmade business? Join me on The Thriving Maker podcast to uncover the secrets of product photography that can elevate your work and your brand. Learn to craft images that not only showcase th...
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Episode 11
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15:55
#10: Knowing when your design is truly done: The finishing touches!
How do you know when your creative piece is truly complete? In this episode of The Thriving Maker I discuss my insights and experiences behind the finishing stages of the production process. How as a maker you need to instinctive...
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Episode 10
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13:49
#9: Design Production Tips and Strategies To Optimise Your Workflow
Ever find yourself stuck staring at your materials, unsure of how to bring your design to life? In this episode of The Thriving Maker podcast, I share my tried-and-true strategies to help you transform your designs into tangible pieces. From&nb...
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Episode 9
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15:04
#8: Kicking Off the August Design Challenge - Finding Inspiration & Pinning Down Your Design
It's here! We're kicking off the first week of the August Design Challenge with a week of inspiration and nailing down your design. Step out of your usual workspace and get inspired? In this episode of the Thriving Maker podcast, hosted by me, ...
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Episode 8
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10:25
#7: Balancing Summer Holidays with Business Success
Getting ready for summer and getting your business ready for the holidays so you can take time out and still have your business moving forward so you don't come back working harder than ever! In this episode of the Thriving Maker podcast, we ta...
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Episode 7
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12:16
#6: Transforming Your Craft Hobby: Is It Time to Start a Business?
Could you and should you transform your craft hobby into a thriving business? This episode of The Thriving Maker podcast promises to provide you with the insights needed to make this crucial decision. I'll break down the allure and practicaliti...
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Episode 6
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12:23
#5: Stepping Beyond Your Comfort Zone and the August Design Challenge
Stepping outside your comfort zone isn't just a cliché; it's also a journey of growth that can spark your creativity and grow your skills. In this episode of the Thriving Maker podcast, I share my stories of taking bold steps and how these expe...
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Episode 5
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17:14
#4: Crafting a Sustainable and Profitable Handmade Business
In this episode I share actionable strategies to make your handmade business more sustainable and profitable. From recycling materials to repurposing packaging, we'll explore practical methods to reduce your environmental footprint. Find out mo...
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Episode 4
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12:35
#3: Achieve More by Building Effective Creative Routines
Ever wondered how small habits can make a big difference in your creative business? Join me, as I share insights from my journey and explain how understanding and forming effective habits can transform your life and work. This episode will help...
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Episode 3
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16:54
#2: Overcoming the Challenges of a Handmade Craft Business
Can transforming a creative hobby into a thriving handmade business really be as simple as mastering a few key skills? In this episode of the Thriving Maker podcast, I tackle this head-on, breaking down the often overwhelming leap from ho...
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Episode 2
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20:53
#1: From Hobby to Business: Launching the Thriving Maker Journey
What if turning your creative passion into a thriving business was simpler than you thought? Join me as I recount my journey from crafting beaded jewellery at a dining room table to mastering fine jewellery and building a successful...
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Episode 1
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18:09