I’m Mel from MelDidItHerself-- a social service worker turned furniture refinisher, DIYer, small business owner and content creator. I’ve learned everything I know about these industries thanks to people who shared their knowledge on the internet, so I’m paying it forward by bringing you my tips on upcycling and refinishing furniture, lessons learned from previous projects, and sharing my journey in business as a furniture refinisher with you. Join me if you're a lifelong learner and busybee like me that's interested in the world of furniture refinishing, upcycling, and doing it yourself
Links mentioned in this episode: Episode 17: Should I Lower The Price Of My Painted and Refinished Furniture? Episode 9: Tips for Selling Furniture Online Links you may be interested in: Want to snag some Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off?Click here! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Never miss a podcast episode and get furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox when you Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
Links mentioned in this episode: Episode 45: The Furniture Refinishers' Success Spectrum Journey Links you may be interested in: Want to snag some Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off?Click here! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Never miss a podcast episode and get furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox when you Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
Links mentioned in this episode: Grab your free Guide to Creating a Custom Project Intake Form here Links you may be interested in: Want to snag some Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off?Click here! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Never miss a podcast episode and get furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox when you Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
Links mentioned in this episode: 92: Eight Furniture Hardware Hacks You Need To Know! Kreg Cabinet Hardware Jig Links you may be interested in: Want to snag some Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off?Click here! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Never miss a podcast episode and get furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox when you Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
Links mentioned in this episode: 97: Don't Make These Mistakes- Paintwashing 96: Don't Make These Mistakes- Furniture Hardware 68: Topcoating 101- Different Options For Every Furniture Makeover Links you may be interested in: Want to snag some Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off?Click here! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Never miss a podcast episode and get furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox when you Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
Links mentioned in this episode: Want to snag some Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off?Click here! Links you may be interested in: Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Never miss a podcast episode and get furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox when you Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
Links you may be interested in: Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Never miss a podcast episode and get furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox when you Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
Links mentioned in this episode: Never miss a podcast episode and get furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox when you Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Links you may be interested in: Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
Links you may be interested in: Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to get more furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
Links you may be interested in: Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to get more furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
Links mentioned in the episode: 45: The Furniture Refinishers' Success Spectrum Journey Grab your free Guide to Creating a Custom Project Intake Form here Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! 40: Marketing Your Furniture Refinishing Business Links you may be interested in: Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to get more furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episode 92 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I bring you eight tips, hacks and things you may not know about furniture hardware. From measuring to sourcing to being a ✨resourceful queen✨, I share what I've learned over the years about the pièce de résistance for your furniture flips. Links you may be interested in: Grab your free Guide to Creating a Custom Project Intake Form here Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to get more furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
Links mentioned in this episode: Grab your free Guide to Creating a Custom Project Intake Form here 10: Community Over Competition In Business 12: Pricing Your Painted and Refinished Furniture 14: Keeping Supply Costs Down For Furniture Makeovers 17: Should I Lower The Price Of My Painted and Refinished Furniture? 9: Tips For Selling Furniture Online 56: Keeping Profit Margins Up In Your Furniture Refinishing Business - BusyBees in Business Strategy Session - Lindsey Other links you may be interested in: Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to get more furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
Looking for more motivation? Check out these episodes: 15: How I Stay Motivated 30: Finding The Time To Flip Your Furniture Pieces 32: Setting Expectations For You & Your Business 38: Stop Treating Your Business Like A Hobby- Taking Charge Of Your Furniture Painting & Refinishing Business 46: Lacking motivation To Makeover? Try These 6 Tips! 70: Progress Over Perfection- Ways To Improve Your Mindset Links you may be interested in: Grab your free Guide to Creating a Custom Project Intake Form here Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to get more furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
Links mentioned in this episode: Grab your free Guide to Creating a Custom Project Intake Form here Links you may be interested in: Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to get more furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episode #88 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I discuss that furniture in your home that looks like it's wood aesthetically, but feels like plastic to the touch... it's laminate, and it can be updated! I walk you through some inexpensive, simple upgrades you can do to these furniture pieces and walk you through step-by-step how to paint them to give them a glow up. Link mentioned in this episode: Click here to save 10% off all Fusion Mineral Paint products Links you may be interested in: Grab your free Guide to Creating a Custom Project Intake Form here Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to get more furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episode #87 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I discuss common online marketplace scams I have come across (primarily when selling my furniture flips on Facebook Marketplace). I walk you through some of the ways I vet buyers to ensure I'm interacting with a real person, some common red flags I have learned, and reminders for when dealing with these scammers. Links you may be interested in: Grab your free Guide to Creating a Custom Project Intake Form here Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to get more furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episode #86 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I cover a quick checklist of items for you to be adding to your To Do list for the new year - things that, if done now, will set you up for success and keep your ass covered for the rest of the year! Links mentioned in this episode: Episode 27: Setting Goals For The New Year- Part 1 Episode 28: Setting Goals For The New Year- Part 2 Links you may be interested in: Grab your free Guide to Creating a Custom Project Intake Form here Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to get more furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episode #85 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I compile the common threads and themes from the business, self-improvement, health and wellness podcasts, books and experts to bring you 8 life lessons that you can live by in 2024, and beyond! Links mentioned in this episode: Grab your free Guide to Creating a Custom Project Intake Form here Episode 84: Bring Your CEO Energy in 2024 Links you may be interested in: Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to get more furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episode #84 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I'm encouraging all of you to bring that ✨CEO energy✨ to your hobby, side hustle or business selling your painted and refinished furniture in 2024. We talk about the ways that you can bring the mindset, decision making, and strategy in that a CEO would and I'll remind you why this is important-- this year, and moving forward! Links mentioned in this episode: Grab your free Guide to Creating a Custom Project Intake Form here Episode 78: The Importance of Providing Good Client Service & How To Do It Episode 56: Keeping Profit Margins Up In Your Furniture Refinishing Business - BusyBees in Business Strategy Session with Lindsey Links you may be interested in: Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to get more furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episode #83 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I take a beat to look back on the year that was 2023– one that flew by way too quickly! In the spirit of transparency, I dive into the analytics to give you an idea of the back end of my business and data that I track including social media following, my email list, and milestones of things I started and accomplished throughout the year. Links mentioned in this episode: Want to get more furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Listen to my 2022 Year in Review episode here! Links you may be interested in: Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episode #82 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I bring you the tips and tricks I have picked up over the years for how to get the best finish for your topcoat on your furniture makeover. We talk tools, ways to correct errors, and my preferred products to use. Links you may be interested in: Want to get more furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episode #80 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I bring you the first installment of the Furniture Refinisher's Guide to The Home Depot where I walk you through services, offerings, and tips about how to get the most out of my second home, Home Depot. Links mentioned in the episode: 8: Thinking About Offering Custom Work Doing Furniture Transformations? Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Links you may be interested in: Want to get more furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episode #79 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I'm bringing you 6 new furniture flipping tips and tricks to whip out when you're in the workshop! We'll discuss how to remove thick, layered latex paint from pieces with ease, fixing swirl marks that may accidentally end up in your wood when sanding, and much more! Links mentioned in the episode: Want to get more furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Lapping fluid* 300 steel credit card sharpener* Liquid mask and peel* Links you may be interested in: Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episode 78 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I deep dive into why you need to be providing good, professional, courteous client service at all times as a service provider. As the business owner, your business relies on the reputation you have-- and I'm here to provide strategies to ensure it remains positive. We'll discuss how to approach potential negative encounters, reviews online, and more! Links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Use this link* for 30% off your first 6 months using QuickBooks software to track your income, expenses, mileage and more! -Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episode 77 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I'm answering YOUR questions all about running a furniture refinishing business. Timestamps: What can you share about registering your business? Have you thought about expanding your workspace? Rental space/storage, she shed, etc.? 08:33.0 How do you keep track of spending/receipts for taxes? 12:13.5 Do you have anything that doesn't sell? 16:48.5 How do you care for your back? Refinishing furniture is hard work! 20:12.0 Links mentioned in this episode: Use this link* for 30% off your first 6 months using QuickBooks software to track your income, expenses, mileage and more! Episode 36: Tackling Tax Time In Your Furniture Painting and Refinishing Business Links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episode 76 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I'm answering YOUR questions all about furniture flipping and how to execute furniture makeovers. Stay tuned for next week's epispde answering your questions about running a furniture refinishing business, and make sure to submit your questions!! Timestamps: What is your favourite furniture makeover? 01:03.0 Have you ever had a piece of haunted furniture? 06:27.0 What primer do you use under Fusion Mineral Paint? 08:05.0 What is the safest way to remove rust from a metal table frame? 13:36.0 Can you paint vinyl cabinets? If so, what prep would need to be done and which paint should I use? 15:25.5 What is a piece of advice you would give to yourself when you first started flipping furniture? 22:13.5 Links mentioned in this episode: Use this link* to get 10% off any products on the Fusion Mineral Paint site Zinsser Bin Primer* Kilz Original Primer Fusion Ultra Grip Primer* The paint sprayer I use* Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Links you may be interested in: Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episode #75 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I answer a question I commonly get: "how do I know what material a piece of furniture is?". We cover the common types of material you may uncover in your furniture piece and what they're made of, the pros and cons of each, and how to spot it when looking over a piece of furniture. Links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episde 74 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I warn you of the dangers that drastic temperature changes can cause for your furniture refinishing supplies and tools, let you know how I organize my supplies and provide some motivation to re-organize and declutter your furniture painting and upcycling supplies, materials and tools. Links mentioned in this episode: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Try Fusion Mineral Paint (the one built winter tough!) and save 10% off their site when you use this link. Label maker* Other links you may be interested in: Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episde 73 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I discuss different strategies for removing stenches and odours from your furniture-- whether it's a piece you inherited from someone, have sitting around your house already that has picked up an unideal scent, or is a piece you're looking to flip for profit. Products mentioned in this episode: Shop towels* Howard's Feed and Wax* Dixie Belle Big Mama's Butta* Links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episode 72 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I bring you a beginner's guide to the supplies and tools you will need to tackle your first (few) furniture makeovers-- and it's probably less items than you would think! Tune in as I discuss the bare bones basics of how to accomplish effective furniture upcycling projects, and learn my process for determining whether or not a product is worth purchasing (and my hacks for saving $$$ when you do decide to invest). Links mentioned in this episode: Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Try out anything from Fusion Mineral Paint and use this link to save 10% Episode 18: Paint Brushes 101 for Furniture Makeovers & My Favourites Episode 47: Safety Equipment & Safety Gear To Wear When Painting & Refinishing Furniture Episode 63: Safety Equipment & Tools For Safely Upcycling Furniture Links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
Everyone makes mistakes--we're human! The important thing is to not let those mistakes ruin us and to ensure we are learning from the lessons the world is throwing at us. In episode 71 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I pull back the curtain and share anything *but* the highlight reel on my Instagram profile: the true tales of my flaws, fails and fuck ups doing furniture makeovers, custom work, and selling my pieces to interested clients. *facepalm* Links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In episode 70 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, we discuss one honest truth: it's so easy to play the comparison game. Keep your mindset in business and in your furniture refinishing in check with these strategies for focusing on how far you've come versus harping on what other people are doing. Links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In Episode #69 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I deinfluence some common furniture refinishing supplies and tools-- some that will surprise you. Tune in to hear me spill the tea! Linked mentioned: Try out Surf Prep Sanding products and use this link or use code MDIH10 to save 10% off all their products Links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In Episode #68 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I provide a high level overview all about your different topcoat options for your furniture makeover: what they are, what sets them apart from the rest, the pros and cons of each, and my product recommendations. If you have ever wondered: What topcoat do you use for a furniture makeover? Can you put a clear coat over furniture? What is the best topcoat for stained furniture? What topcoat should I use for chalk painted furniture? What are the best topcoat products to use? Links mentioned: Mineral Paint 101 Paint Brushes 101 Chalk Paint 101 Furniture Strippers 101 Behr Fast Drying Water Based Polyurethane General Finishes High Performance Water Based Polyurethane Annie Sloan Clear Wax Minwax Polycrylic Minwax Helmsman Spar Urethane Varathane Diamond Wood Finish Links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In Episode #67 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I talk about the different ways you can approach curating a supportive circle of people around you. Links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In Episode #66 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I help you to expand your mind and think creatively about different ways you can use (or market!) an upcycled dresser. If you have ever wondered: What are other uses for a dresser? What are great storage solutions? How can I get my refinished furniture pieces to sell? Then this episode is for you! Links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In Episode #65 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I walk you through my latest custom refinishing project for a client. This includes my step-by-step process, the products I used, and my tips and tricks for getting the best finish. If you have ever wondered: How do I refinish a dining room table? What products should I use on a table to make it durable when restoring it? What is the process when offering custom furniture refinishing to clients? Then this episode is for you! Products & tools used:: Carbide scraper* https://a.co/d/8MVNegy 3x4 Electric Ray Sander- Surf Prep Sanding* Ultra Grip Primer- Fusion Mineral Paint* Coal Black- Fusion Mineral Paint* Varathane Stain & Poly One Step Oil-Baed Stain & Polyurethane in Satin Classic Black Shop towels* Behr Fast Drying Water Based Polyurethane in Satin Other links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In Episode #64 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I walk you through five mistakes you might be making in your furniture painting and refinishing business. These mistakes may be holding you back from getting sales, being seen as a legitimate business, and wasting both your time and your money. I discuss what you can do if you find that you are making these mistakes in order to turn it around so you can ensure your side hustle or business is profitable, efficient, effective and looks legit! If you have ever wondered: How can I set up a furniture flipping business? What are tips for improving my furniture painting side hustle? How do I make sure I'm making enough money when selling my refinished furniture? What are ways to make more money on my furniture makeovers? Then this episode is for you! Links mentioned in this episode: Join the waitlist for the next cohort of Refinish Your Future: Two Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle Want help putting together a strategy for your social media, or get some support and accountability for completing your action plan and crushing your goals? Check out my coaching/consultation services and let's get you heading in the right direction today. Other links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In Episode #63 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I walk you through the safety equipment you should have on hand in your workshop to keep you and your body safe and in good health while painting and refinishing furniture. If you have ever wondered: How can I keep myself safe during furniture refinishing? What tools can help my body from being affected while carrying heavy furniture? What items should I have on hand to help me stay safe while upcycling furniture? Then this episode is for you! Links mentioned in this episode: Episode 47: Safety Equipment & Gear To Wear When Painting & Refinishing Furniture Lead paint test kit* Hydraulic lift table* Shop vac* First aid kit* Other links you may be interested in: Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business, or find out how to start a podcast of your own! Provides support and accountability to help you make and complete a plan of action to reach your goals. Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In Episode #62 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I discuss 7 streams of income you could integrate into your furniture painting and refinishing business using social media. If you have ever wondered: How can I make money on social media? What are online passive income streams I could integrate into my business? How do I make more money in my furniture refinishing business? Are there ways to make money on social media as a furniture flipper? Then this episode is for you! Links you may be interested in: Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business, or find out how to start a podcast of your own! Provides support and accountability to help you make and complete a plan of action to reach your goals. Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In Episode #61 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I bring you another BusyBees in Business Strategy Session! Today I'm talking to Jen from Made With Her Hands about ways to bring additional streams of revenue into her furniture refinishing business through affiliate partnerships and collaborations with brands. We discuss what affiliate programs are and how to get involved with them, creating a media kit, and getting yourself seen by brands. I also caution against some common email scam tells that you may receive in your inbox looking for collaborations, and legal jargon to familiarize yourself with in sponsorship contracts. If you have ever wondered: How do I partner with brands as a furniture refinisher? How can I become an affiliate with my favourite brands? What do I do to get a brand collaboration? How do I put together a media kit to get sponsorships? Which brands have affiliate programs? What are tips for figuring out if inbound collaborations are scams? Then this episode is for you! Links mentioned in this episode: Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Other links you may be interested in: Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business, or find out how to start a podcast of your own! Provides support and accountability to help you make and complete a plan of action to reach your goals. Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In Episode #60 of Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I bring you another episode in the Social Media Series, discussing ways that you can work smarter and not harder to make your content work for you, your business, and your brand with less effort but more intentionality and strategy. If you have ever wondered: What are some social media strategies I should know for my furniture refinishing business? How do I grow my social media account showing off my furniture makeovers? What are easy ways to show up on social media when I'm busy running my small business? Then this episode is for you! Links mentioned in this episode: Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business, or find out how to start a podcast of your own! Provides support and accountability to help you make and complete a plan of action to reach your goals. Other links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In Episode #59 of Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I walk you through five strategies for tackling social media for your furniture painting and refinishing business and how to find growth. If you have ever wondered: What are some social media strategies? How do I grow my social media? What are easy ways to show up on social media when I'm busy? How do I reach other furniture refinishers on social media? How do I get my social media to grow? Then this episode is for you! Links mentioned in this episode: Check out Adam Mosseri's blog post here Other links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business, or find out how to start a podcast of your own! Provides support and accountability to help you make and complete a plan of action to reach your goals. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In Episode #58 of Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I discuss five different ways you can use social media for your furniture painting and refinishing business. More than just a place to post updates and pretty pictures, the social media platform(s) you choose to show up on (and how you show up on them) can make a big difference for your side hustle or business in more ways than one. Join me in this week's episode to find out how! Links mentioned in this episode: Make sure to secure your spot in the NEW course, Refinish Your Future: Four Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle! Door is now open for enrollments for the August 2023 cohort: www.MelDidItHerself.ca/course Other links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business, or find out how to start a podcast of your own! Provides support and accountability to help you make and complete a plan of action to reach your goals. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In Episode #57 of Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I outline how it's easier than you think to have a profitable furniture refinishing side hustle– with some upfront work and intentionality. We discuss some of the things that may be holding us back from attaining the ease of a smooth-running side hustle, and I give some insight into my Before and After when I got intentional with my side biz. There's also a VERY exciting announcement that you will NOT want to miss! If you have wondered: What do I need to do when starting a furniture flipping side hustle? What do you wish you did differently when you started your business selling painted furniture? What do I need to know when starting a furniture refinishing side hustle? How do I figure out what to price my furniture makeovers at? How can I keep profit margins high in my furniture refinishing business? Am I the right fit to own a business selling upcycled furniture? How do I find the time to work on (and not always just IN) my furniture refinishing business to help it grow and make my life easier? Then this episode is for you! Links mentioned in this episode: Make sure to secure your spot in the NEW course, Refinish Your Future: Four Weeks To A Profitable Furniture Flipping Side Hustle! Door is now open for enrollments for the August 2023 cohort: www.MelDidItHerself.ca/course Other links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business, or find out how to start a podcast of your own! Provides support and accountability to help you make and complete a plan of action to reach your goals. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In Episode #56 of Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I'm bringing you another session of the BusyBees in Business Strategy Session series! Today I'm sitting down with Lindsey, a recent graduate from the Side Hustler to the All In-er in the Furniture Refinishers Success Spectrum, to discuss her furniture refinishing business. We discuss ways she can increase her profit margins in her business to ensure she is making enough profit and getting paid what her time, skillset and efforts are worth. We also talk about how to figure out what to price your upcycled pieces at, and how leaning in to the mentality of being a furniture refinisher will help you to charge your worth. We also discuss having a business owner mindset and how, regardless of the career you're coming from when entering furniture refinishing, you have transferable skills that will make you excel in business (even if you don't have a business background!). If you have ever wondered: How do I figure out what to price my furniture makeovers at? How can I keep profit margins high in my furniture refinishing business? Am I the right fit to own a business selling upcycled furniture? How do I know what to charge for custom furniture refinishing services in my business? How do I find the time to work on (and not always just IN) my furniture refinishing business to help it grow and make my life easier? Then this episode is for you! Links mentioned in this episode: Episode 45: The Furniture Refinishers' Success Spectrum Journey Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Other links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business if you need some support and accountability to make and complete a plan of action. Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In Episode #55 of Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I walk you through things I wish I did sooner in my furniture refinishing side hustle/business. When you first start out selling your refinished pieces and you're trying to prioritize your To Do list, it can be hard to know what is worth investing time, effort and money in from the beginning. I walk you through five things that, in retrospect, I really wish I had prioritized sooner! If you have wondered: What do I need to do first when starting a furniture flipping side hustle? What is worth spending money on in the beginning of a furniture refinishing business? What do you wish you did differently when you started your business selling painted furniture? What do I need to know when starting a furniture refinishing side hustle? Then this episode is for you! Links mentioned in this episode: Ready to stop daydreaming out it and start taking action towards finally starting your side biz selling painted and refinished furniture? Save your spot at my free Furniture Refinisher's Bootcamp: Two Weeks To Launch Your Side Hustle here! Episode 36: Tackling Tax Time In Your Furniture Painting and Refinishing Business To check out QuickBooks Self-Employed (the tax software I use for my furniture refinishing business) and to save 30% off the first 6 months of your subscription, use this link! Other links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business, or find out how to start a podcast of your own! Provides support and accountability to help you make and complete a plan of action to reach your goals. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
In Episode #54 of Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I explore some of the limiting beliefs or objections you may have for why you shouldn't start up a side hustle selling your painted and refinished furniture, or why now is not the “right time”. We explore the fear of failure, putting yourself out there publicly and being vulnerable, not having adept business knowledge, setting expectations for ourselves and our businesses and quitting. If you have wondered: How do I start a furniture refinishing business? What do I do to start a furniture refurbishing business? How can I start a side hustle selling furniture makeovers without a background in business? What do I do to start an upcycled furniture side hustle? How do I maintain a positive mindset as a business owner? Then this episode is for you! Links mentioned in this episode: Episode 54: The Furniture Refinisher's Success Spectrum Journey https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/kfwoMa5X3zb Ready to stop daydreaming out it and start taking action towards finally starting your side biz selling painted and refinished furniture? Save your spot at my free Furniture Refinisher's Bootcamp: Two Weeks To Launch Your Side Hustle here! www.meldiditherself.ca/bootcamp Other links you may be interested in: Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business, or find out how to start a podcast of your own! Provides support and accountability to help you make and complete a plan of action to reach your goals. Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you've been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture! Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time! Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here! Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don't forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey! Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you're listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you're loving, or what you've learned that you're going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing. Can't get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week's episode. Email Mel@MelDidItHerself.ca for sponsorships, or just to say hey! *this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It's a great way to support me and my small business when you're buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
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