Makers' Hustle Podcast

Episode 59 - Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss where the heck they've been for the past few weeks.

This week, Amy, Jeff, and Bill are joined by Cris of Skeletal Dropkick to discuss the ins and outs of making ceramic monster mugs while also working a full time job on the night shift. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy and Bill are joined by Michele Banks of Artologica to discuss making a living as an artist and finding "your people." Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

This week: everyone is depressed. Jeff is getting married next week. Summer won't end. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

This is why we have to edit the show. See you all next week!

Amy, Jeff, and Bill are joined by Minni, creator of the Minimalist Maker on YouTube, to talk about design, aesthetics, the value of education in today's world, and the power of the Internet. Full show notes available at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill talk to Glen Scott of DIYCreators on YouTube about where he's been, where he's going, and how he plans to get there.

Amy, Jeff, and Bill are joined by Becky Stern (of Instructables, Adafruit, and Make: Magazine fame) to discuss content creation and what it's like to be a woman online.

This week, North Star Glitters founder April Helliwell joins the show to talk about developing a product and taking it to market.

In this episode, Amy, Jeff, and Bill thank their Patreon supporters for the love and discuss the secret to Patreon success. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss the expectations placed on us by our culture and how they can stop you from being your best and doing great things. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

This week, Amy, Jeff, and Bill talk about the maker community's diversity problem. Yes, it exists. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

This week, Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss obstacles to getting stuff done -- and how to solve those problems. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

This week, Amy, Jeff, and Bill talk about labels (Maker, artist, craftsperson, etc) and how they can affect your hustle. This one gets deep. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

This week, Jeff, Amy, and Bill discuss skills -- especially the ones you might not know you have. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

This week, Bill talks to Amy between two conventions. Jeff updates us on his STEAM program. And special guest Patti Gilstrap tells us how her business is doing after closing her retail location. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

This week, Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss what would happen if they woke up tomorrow and their business model no longer made sense. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

This week, Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss making hard choices. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

This week, Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss what to do when it all goes wrong. Feeling overwhelmed, slammed, crashing, getting snowed under -- whatever you call it, here's how to get out of it. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss the balance between quality and quantity. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss emotions -- both positive and negative -- and how they can impact your business. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

It's just an hour about Bill's hair. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss what to do before you start any business venture (hint: it’s research). Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss simplicity and how to get it. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill tackle two topics this week: how to deal with jealousy and envy, and the difference between desktop manufacturing and traditional tools. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

This week, we're joined by Rebecca Watson, founder of Skepchick and creator of YouTube and Twitch videos, to talk about building an audience across multiple platforms. Full show notes are available at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill talk about money -- specifically taxes, but also investment both in your business and in the wider market. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

This week, Amy, Jeff, and Bill talk about taking care of yourself -- how to do it, why it's important, and how it'll help you avoid problems and do your best work. Full show notes available at http://makershustlepodcast.com

This week, Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss a letter from listener B. R. Delaney of Fieldstone Artistry about what to do when you're stuck in a rut. Full show notes available at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss the form and function divide, and when each deserves attention. Full show notes available at http://makershustlepodcast.com

This week, Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss a letter from Pat Oblak about perfectionism and how harmful it can be to a Maker's mindset and business. Full show notes available at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill respond to a letter from listener Patti Gilstrap, who has been forced to close her retail store after 17 years in business. The hosts discuss ideas on how to keep a store open. Full notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss the idea of having a "comfort zone" and the value of occasionally getting outside it. Full show notes available at http://makershustlepodcast.com

This week, Amy, Jeff, and Bill talk to guest Marc Spagnuolo about creating online woodworking videos when no one else was doing it - and how things have changed over time. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

On this episode of Makers' Hustle: Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss their goals for the new year and how to achieve them. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill talk about Why - as in why we do what we do, or why we get out of bed in the morning. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill are joined by Curtis Gardner of CurtCustomz to discuss his start in the world of custom clothing and how to grow your business. Full show notes available at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss the ins and outs of sponsorship from both sides of the coin. What makes a good sponsorship? How do you find sponsors? And is it okay to just walk away?

Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss how their careers have changed over time, why it's important to be patient, and what a difference a year makes. Full show notes available at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss how to protect yourself in business by reducing your liability and taking steps to prevent problems before they occur. Also features the triumphant return of AMY'S LIST! Full show notes available at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Episode 20 - Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss what to do when reality doesn't follow your plans. The answer: iterate, adapt, and roll with it. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Episode 19 - Amy, Jeff, and Bill talk about working IN the business versus working ON the business. Yes, there's a difference. Yes, they are both important. Full show notes available at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Episode 18 - Amy, Jeff, and Bill are joined by author Bonnie Burton to discuss the difference between high art, low art, and craft -- and what each of those terms really mean to begin with. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Episode 17: Amy, Jeff, and Bill talk with guest Laura Kampf about the idea that communication, not creativity, is the most important aspect of a creative business venture. For full show notes, check out http://makershustlepodcast.com

Episode 16: Amy, Jeff, and Bill talk about the connection between current events and the world of making. Full show notes are available at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Episode 15: Jeff schools all of us on how to be a Maker who is smart with money. Amy and Bill are also present. Full show notes available at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss the concept of being busy. Is it good? Bad? An excuse? All of the above? Features contributions from Marc Spagnuolo, Andy Birkey, and Carlos of Cactus! Workshop. Full show notes are available at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Jeff, and Bill are joined by Sean Mapp of The Avenue Code to discuss partnerships, delegating, entrepreneurship, and drinking games. Full show notes available at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Episode 12 - Amy, Jeff, and Bill discuss tools and techniques that help them get the job done. Full show notes are available at http://makershustlepodcast.com

This week, Amy, Bill, and Jeff talk about how to balance the competing demands of building a business and maintaining a life and family. Full show notes at http://makershustlepodcast.com

Amy, Bill, and Jeff are joined by Jimmy DiResta to discuss branding and developing a style that speaks for itself. Full show notes are available at http://makershustlepodcast.com