Podcast appearances and mentions of jess van den

Does the economy have you worried? I know that the words inflation and recession have been hot topics in several small business groups that I'm in, and I know that people are worried. Today, Jess Van Den of Create and Thrive joins me to talk about how small businesses, particularly in the handmade space, can prepare for and survive through these types of economic downturns.  Jess is the founder of Create and Thrive, a community for handmade product makers where she teaches them how to craft the business they've dreamed of. Since 2013, Jess has helped 1000's of makers to create a thriving and profitable handmade business. Jess teaches what she knows. She owns and operates a successful jewelry business selling online and wholesale to shops.  On today's episode, Jess shares how she accidentally started two businesses with a startup story that is oddly similar to my own! Then we dove into talking about recession, inflation, and what business owners can do to adapt during these times. We specifically talk about ways to diversify your revenue streams, why you need to be auditing your expenses, and the importance of surrounding yourself with a trusted community.  Today's episode is brought to you by our Proof to Product LABS program. If you are looking to strengthen your business foundation and are looking for coaching and a trusted community for support, come join Proof to Product LABS. Our vault of on-demand trainings run deep, but the incredible community, the connections, and the collaborations are like no other. If you sell physical products, come join us! This is a space that was intentionally built just for you. ENROLL NOW You can view full show notes and more at prooftoproduct.com/287.  

Do the pros of selling on Etsy outweigh the fees they charge? In this episode, Jess Van Den discusses the recent fee increase for Etsy sellers, and she explains why she still recommends the platform. Jess is the owner of Epheriell Jewellery and also helps other creative business owners as the founder of Create & Thrive, so she has so much valuable expertise to share. She discusses her best tips for setting your prices, optimizing your Etsy shop, and managing your time as a new business owner.    Episode Description: In this episode, we'll discuss the pros and cons of selling on Etsy with Jess Van Den (0:50) Why did you start selling jewellery on Etsy? (2:18) How has Etsy changed since you started? (5:45) Who is Etsy most beneficial for? (11:20) How do you set your prices? (14:58) Why do you recommend Etsy? (21:54) What tips do you have for selling on Etsy? (25:14) How do you balance making with admin tasks? (29:03) How to connect with Jess (38:38)   Resources Pricing Your Jewellery For Profit Webinar Follow Jess, Epheriell Jewellery, and Create and Thrive on Instagram Subscribe to Jess' YouTube Channel Create and Thrive Website Shop Epheriell on Etsy Jess' Website Jess Van Den is running a free 2-week challenge for Etsy sellers - the Etsy Shop Spring Clean Challenge - on YouTube this March, and it starts today (21st March 2022)! You can find out more and take part here: https://youtu.be/iw1asr7SGJ4 Find Jewellers Academy on Instagram and Facebook!

I'm super excited to bring this new podcast to you!  I recently had a really good conversation with Jess Van Den who is a fellow Etsy seller and handmade coach.   She's been selling jewelry on Etsy since 2008!  She's an OG of the Etsy world and is extremely knowledgeable about running an online handmade business.  She has also been a handmade coach for the last 8 years, sharing her extensive knowledge to help other handmade sellers with their businesses.   We talk about her journey from school teacher to full-time handmade seller.  This story alone is unique and inspiring... We talk about some of her struggles along the way and how she built her business.   We also dive into mindset, success tips, photography tips, and many struggles that she encounters with her students.  There are tons of gold nuggets in this interview!  You don't want to miss this awesome episode!  I really enjoyed talking to Jess and know you'll get a lot out of this podcast. You can find more about Jess below: Her coaching website:  https://www.createandthrive.com Her Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/jessvanden Her podcast:  https://www.createandthrive.com/ctpodcast

In this episode, I sit down with Jess Van Den of the Create & Thrive podcast, and Thriver Circle, a membership for handmade business owners.  Jess and I talk about her journey as an entrepreneur, how she went from science teacher to a jewelry maker, and then grew into a podcaster and handmade business coach through focus, hard work, sacrifice, and the unconditional support from her partner and husband. After being in this business for nearly a decade, Jess is FULL of wisdom and inspiration for creatives trying to make a go of it in business. This episode is definitely a must-listen!  

Jess Van Den is a self employed silversmith. She has been making jewellery since 2008 when she started selling jewellery as a hobby and then turned it into a full time business in 2010. She specialises in eco sterling silver wedding rings. She works out of her solar powered home in Australia and she has a lot to teach us about selling on Etsy.    EPISODE RECAP   Will you tell everyone a little about yourself and how you got started in jewellery? (2:29) Was Etsy a no-brainer? (3:50) Was your business immediately successful? Were you getting sales right away? (6:22) Let’s talk about Etsy - tell us about your recommendations for having a financially viable product (10:01) Your specialty is wedding rings, right? (14:16) Tell us about SEO and your advice (16:01) How did you do your shop - did you do it all yourself or did you outsource? (20:23) We know photographs are so important. What are your tips for photos on Etsy? (22:08) What else can we do to make our shop look as professional as possible? (26:41) How do reviews work on Etsy? (29:44) Why we shouldn’t neglect the boring parts of the site? (34:51) Tell us about where people can get more information on your guides and support (36:43)   RESOURCES Epheriell Create & Thrive Jess Van Den Instagram Epheriell Instagram Create & Thrive Resources Set Up Shop Course     Find Jewellers Academy on Instagram and Facebook! 

Jess Van Den, the powerhouse behind Epheriel jewelry and the Thriver Circle, shares her insights about running a creative business vs. having a creative hobby, about the emotional bumps in the Creative Process, and about focusing on customer needs and wants.

The post LOE 061 | Successful Community Building w/ Jess Van Den appeared first on Creative Possibility.

Today's guest, Jess Van Den, followed her dream and stepped out of her corporate job to pursue what she's passionate about, crafting jewelry and DIY accessories. Jess is the founder of Create & Thrive, a website that helps turn your handmade hobby into a thriving business, and Epheriell which specializes in crafting sterling silver wedding rings for couples all over the world. In this episode, you will... Hear about Jess's background on starting her own business Discover what inspired her to pursue her passion Find out how Jess overcome the challenges when she was just starting Learn about how Jess manage both her business Tune in and find out more about Jess and why she calls herself an accidental entrepreneur!  Insights "I think you make life what you believe it is. I don't believe it's the purpose you discover but you decide what your purpose is and you work towards it." "One thing that is so important is to have a website of your own." Resources http://www.createandthrive.com/ @createandthrive (IG) https://epheriell.com/

Many creatives dream of turning the items they make into a profitable business that can support their lifestyles so they are free to do work they love from wherever they desire. For one lady, this dream is an ongoing reality and she strives to help other makers profit from their talents and live a life that’s true to them too. Jess Van Den is a silversmith from Australia who makes beautiful jewellery from her solar powered studio north of Brisbane. She’s the founder and editor of Create & Thrive & the Thriver Circle, supporting creatives turning their handmade hobby into a full-time business and together with her husband Nick, she has built a life for themselves centred around freedom and flexibility. Key Moments: [3m 15s] How Jess came to discover the heart and soul behind her business and understand her ‘why’ in business [6m 0s] The moment Jess decided to make her hobby her business [10m 30s] What Jess’s day to day life looks like, her creative routine and how she balances business + life commitments [13m 40s] Why Jess lets go of business priorities at weekends to create headspace [15m 20s] Jess + Beth’s thoughts on managing social media as a small business owner – and the importance of showing up as your whole self [not to fill gaps in your social schedule] [17m 0s] How Jess balances time, finances and energy for 2 businesses [21m 0s] Jess explains the different revenue streams that come from her businesses and how they support her [23m 05s] The challenges Jess is currently facing and how she differentiates urgent vs. important tasks [26m 15s] Jess highlights the common challenges creative business owners face and how to overcome them [29m 30s] Overcoming confidence issues and fear when you’re starting a creative business [31m 0s] The power of finding a community to support you [32m 20s] What Jess has learned in interviewing lots of entrepreneurs and changemakers for her podcast [35m 10s] Jess explains her very own definition of Freedom Where to find Jess: Website: www.createandthrive.com Thriver Circle: https://thrivercircle.com/ Shop: www.epheriell.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/JessVanDen FB: www.facebook.com/createandthrive IG: www.instagram.com/createandthrive People, books + concepts mentioned: Book: The Fortune Cookie Principle by Bernadette Jiwa (http://hyperurl.co/ynizr7) The Urgent and Important Matrix (explained well in this link: http://www.artofmanliness.com/2013/10/23/eisenhower-decision-matrix/) Satisfied mind by Jeff Buckley (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iCU3HXNGaAw)

Jess Van Den of Create and Thrive and I visit about her jewelry line, the Thriver Circle, and all that Create and Thrive offers. She offers various courses to help you build your creative business, such as running your mailing list, getting started with social media, and product photography. Stop by http://mebeingcrafty.com and let me know how you were creative today.