Craft Business

Forget about building a business - businesses fail and fade into oblivion. Start a revolution instead. James Watt started a rebellion against tasteless mass market beers by founding BrewDog, now one of the world’s best-known and fastest growing craft breweries, famous for beers, bars, and crowdfunding. In this smart, funny book, he shares his story and explains how you too can tear up the rule book and start a company on your own terms. It’s an anarchic, DIY guide to entrepreneurship - and a new manifesto for business.

You have to talk with a colleague about a fraught situation, but you're worried that they'll yell, or blame you, or shut down. You fear your emotions could block you from a resolution. But you can communicate in a way that's constructive—not combative.

Billionaire Blueprint: Crafting a Life of Wealth and Impact is a transformative guide for visionaries who aspire not only to build massive wealth but to leave a meaningful legacy. Blending practical financial strategies with principles of purpose-driven living, this book equips readers with the mindset, habits, and tools used by the world’s most successful entrepreneurs and investors. From uncovering the psychology of abundance to mastering the pillars of business scalability, investment acumen, and strategic influence, each chapter serves as a blueprint for intentional success. But this ...

Unlock the ancient craft of leatherworking and reignite your passion for hands-on creation with "Crafting Leather by Hand," the ultimate guide to transforming everyday hides into works of functional art. Ignite your imagination with this comprehensive manual steeped in the timeless tradition of shaping and stitching leather. Begin your journey in Chapter 1 by diving into the rich history and robust characteristics of leather as a material. Learn to distinguish between different types of leather, select the highest-quality hides, and grasp the importance of a well-equipped workspace and ...

Unlock the Secrets to Expanding Your Craft-Based Business with "Crafting Growth" Attention all artisans, crafters, and handmade business owners! Are you ready to scale up your passion project without losing the heart of your craft? "Crafting Growth" is the transformative guide that you've been searching for—a blueprint to take your craft from the studio to the marketplace, from a local gem to a flourishing brand. Imagine embarking on a journey that doesn't just grow your business, but elevates your entire craft. Through "Crafting Growth," you'll navigate through the versatile landscapes ...

Most entrepreneurs, even seasoned brand managers, launch first and then work on slowly transforming the new offering into a brand. A logical progression, I would agree. After all, how can you possibly launch as a brand if you don't have any customers or marketing outreach and - obviously, since you just launched a new offering - you have no legacy or advocates? The simple answer is by design. Design relates to the systematic process you have to adhere to, which is likely the primary reason you have sought to listen to this book.

The incredible true story of how a creative girl built a sustainable living doing all of the creative things she loves! And how you can too! Create your own journey as a skilled artisan, craftsperson selling wholesale and/or retail to owning your own boutique or retail store. Angela Catirina takes you on her own journey from starting as a child doing a craft show, to launching a successful wholesale artisan jewelry studio with $5 worth of beads and string from the clearance section of the craft store and television in the backseat of her car to pawn in case of emergencies. She made the ...

Dive into the world of leatherworking with "Impressions in Hide," a comprehensive guide that unveils the captivating art of leather stamping. Whether a fledgling hobbyist or an adept craftsman, this eBook nurtures your journey from rudimentary skills to becoming proficient in creating exquisitely stamped leather goods. Ignite a passion or perfect your craft; this trove of knowledge is your key to unlocking the full potential of leather stamping. The gateway to mastering this timeless craft begins with an indispensable recap of leather types and tool necessities, seamlessly transitioning you...

Today, even as so many of us spend hours in front of screens and in the virtual world, there is a growing movement that recognizes the power in the personal, the imperfect, the handmade. Eric Gorges, a metal shaper, taps into that hunger to get back to what's "real" through visits with the fellow artisans he has profiled for his popular public television program. In this book, he tells their stories and shares the collective wisdom of calligraphers, potters, stone carvers, glassblowers, engravers, wood workers, and more while celebrating the culture they've created.

HBR Guide to Crafting Your Purpose debunks three misconceptions about purpose at work: that purpose is found, that you have only one, and that it remains the same over time. Packed with tips and advice for how you can cultivate more meaning in your life and at work, this book teaches you how to endow everything you do with purpose each day.

Many entrepreneurs dream of the day their company is acquired and they secure a perfect exit. But information about the process of getting your business acquired usually comes from expensive investment bankers who typically advise late-stage startups. In Selling Your Startup, serial entrepreneur Alejandro Cremades delivers an accessible guide on how to sell your startup. With first-hand experience as a fully exited entrepreneur, investment banker, and lawyer, Cremades describes the tips and tricks startup founders need to sell their early-stage to growth-stage business.

Thinking of turning your passion for crafting delightful drinks into a thriving business? 'How to Start a Home-Based Bartending Service' is your go-to guide. This book walks you through setting up your business, perfecting your drink offerings, navigating legalities, and reaching clients—all from your home. With professional insights, practical steps, and creative tips, this guide will help you transform your bartending skills into a lucrative home business. Discover the potential of personal service packages, mobile events, and signature drinks with this all-encompassing resource.

Founder of The Boston Beer Company, brewer of Samuel Adams Boston Lager, and a key catalyst of the American craft beer revolution, Jim Koch offers his unique perspective when it comes to business, beer, and turning your passion into a successful company or career.

Want to grow herbs and give your family an enormous health head-start, but you don’t know how to begin? Looking for a cost-effective way to proactively promote health and wellness naturally, without relying on the pharmacy? Then learn to grow your own medicine in five easy steps.

You’re a maker, a creator, an expert at your craft. Building a profitable jewelry business doesn't have to be a dream any longer if you know how to connect with your audience and create desire for your brand. Whether you want to grow a six-figure lifestyle business or a multi-seven-figure empire, now more than ever, consumers want to support emerging talent and small businesses like yours. They just need to find you.

Discover the key to all your future success and achievement, and learn that what makes you different, makes you great. According to science, 99 percent of our DNA sequence is the same as other humans. Pastor Keith Craft believes that the one percent difference in each of us is a type of glory that God has given us. Within this motivational and inspirational self-help book, Your Divine Fingerprint: The Force that Makes You Unstoppable, are the tools to help you discover a unique fingerprint that you have been given.

Starting your own distillery can be a tremendously rewarding venture, allowing you to transform your passion for spirits into a thriving business. However, the path to becoming a successful distillery owner is riddled with challenges—complex regulations, significant startup costs, and mastering the art of distillation are just the beginning. Crafting Spirits from Scratch is a detailed guide designed to help aspiring distillery owners navigate these obstacles successfully.

Welcome to "Cultivating Community", your virtual guidebook tailored towards empowering your farm store dynamics and fostering valuable relationships with your customer base. Step into the first chapter, and unravel the critical elements that shape your farm store business. Uncover the importance of loyal customers and community integration in uplifting your business development. Learn to recognize the significance of community in your local environment, and how it can vitalize your business prospects! Proceed to our next chapter, dedicated to navigating you through the intricate process of ...

Step into the world where craft meets splendor, where tradition intertwines with contemporary style, and where every stitch carries the legacy of shoemaking artisans. "The Artisan's Guide to Footwear" is an exquisite journey tailored for those with a passion for the bespoke, an appreciation for elegance, and a desire for timeless quality that graces the foot. Embark on a voyage through the luxurious realm of custom shoes with an enlightening exploration of the bespoke footwear clientele. Delve into the history that underpins the significance of men's dress shoes and expertly stake your ...

Step into the timeless craft of leatherworking with "Crafting the Wild," a comprehensive guide that brings the age-old art of leather tooling into the palms of your hands. If you have ever yearned to transform raw leather into intricately decorated items, or to stitch and carve designs that endure through adventures and seasons, this eBook is your gateway to mastering the rugged beauty of leather crafts. "Crafting the Wild" is your all-encompassing companion in the realm of leathercraft. Starting with a deep dive into the intricacies of leather, it guides you through the rich history and ...