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Handmade Business Secrets Podcast

Handmade Business Secrets Podcast

Zach Vaught 509 episodes Nov 10, 2026

Host Zach Vaught helps woodworkers start and scale their businesses from their garages, aiming for six-figure revenue without excessive work hours. The podcast focuses on the business side of woodworking, including practical strategies and advice. Episodes cover topics like building a woodworking business, avoiding burnout, and growing revenue.

Episodes

BONUS ROUND - Army Officer Sold $15K in Furniture His FIRST Month (Part-Time)
BONUS ROUND - Army Officer Sold $15K in Furniture His FIRST Month (Part-Time) Nov 10, 2026 40:55 What does it take to generate $15,000 in furniture sales during your very first month while still working a full-time job? In this episode, we sit down with an Army officer who did exactly that, building a custom furniture business on the side. We'll unpack how he got started, found customers, landed his first projects, and proved that you don't have to quit your job to start building a profitable
#513 - Why Better Woodworkers Don't Always Make Better Businesses
#513 - Why Better Woodworkers Don't Always Make Better Businesses Nov 9, 2026 12:30 Being an incredible woodworker doesn't automatically make you a successful business owner. In this episode, we'll explore why craftsmanship alone isn't enough to build a profitable custom furniture business. Learn why business skills, marketing, pricing, and systems often matter just as much as what you can build, and how to turn your woodworking talent into a business that actually grows. 📘 Downl
#512 - The Customers You WANT Are Probably Not The Customers You NEED
#512 - The Customers You WANT Are Probably Not The Customers You NEED Nov 5, 2026 13:02 Not every customer is the right customer for your woodworking business. In this episode, we'll explore why the clients you think you want might actually be holding your business back, and how to identify the customers you truly need to build a profitable, sustainable business. Learn how to focus on the right projects, attract better clients, and grow a business that works for you. 📘 Download Zach'
#511 - The First 5 Business Systems Every Woodworker NEEDS
#511 - The First 5 Business Systems Every Woodworker NEEDS Nov 2, 2026 12:13 Running a successful woodworking business requires more than building beautiful projects. In this episode, we'll cover the first five business systems every woodworker needs to stay organized, save time, and operate more efficiently. Learn how to put the right processes in place so you can spend less time managing the business and more time growing it! 📘 Download Zach's FREE eBook "Handmade Busine
#510 - 3 Hills I'll DIE On In Order To Build A PROFITABLE & SCALABLE Custom Furniture Business
#510 - 3 Hills I'll DIE On In Order To Build A PROFITABLE & SCALABLE Custom Furniture Business Oct 29, 2026 14:06 Building a profitable and scalable custom furniture business takes more than great craftsmanship. In this episode, I'm sharing three hills I'll die on when it comes to growing a successful woodworking business. These are the principles I believe you need to stand by if you want to increase profits, build a business that can grow, and stop creating a job that depends entirely on you. 📘 Download Zac
#509 - How To KNOW You're Ready To Quit Your Job & Go FULL-TIME In Custom Furniture
#509 - How To KNOW You're Ready To Quit Your Job & Go FULL-TIME In Custom Furniture Oct 26, 2026 10:20 Ready to turn your custom furniture business from a side hustle into a full-time career? In this episode, we'll break down how to know when it's the right time to quit your job, what financial and business milestones to hit first, and how to make the transition with confidence. Learn how to recognize the signs that your woodworking business is ready to support you full-time. 📘 Download Zach's FREE
#508 - Lots Of Conversations & NO SALES As A Furniture Maker? Here's How To Fix It
#508 - Lots Of Conversations & NO SALES As A Furniture Maker? Here's How To Fix It Oct 22, 2026 12:04 Getting plenty of inquiries but struggling to turn conversations into paying customers? In this episode, we'll break down why potential clients aren't committing and how to turn more conversations into actual sales. Learn how to communicate your value, build trust, and guide prospects toward saying yes to your custom furniture projects. 📘 Download Zach's FREE eBook "Handmade Business Secrets" - yo
#507 - Feast Or Famine? How To Get Customers CONSISTENTLY As A Woodworker
#507 - Feast Or Famine? How To Get Customers CONSISTENTLY As A Woodworker Oct 19, 2026 08:53 Tired of the feast-or-famine cycle in your woodworking business? In this episode, we'll explore how to build a consistent flow of customers instead of constantly worrying about where your next project will come from. Learn how to strengthen your marketing, build lasting client relationships, and create a more predictable business that keeps you building and growing year-round. 📘 Download Zach's FR
#506 - No Product Portfolio? How To Launch As A Custom Furniture Maker
#506 - No Product Portfolio? How To Launch As A Custom Furniture Maker Oct 15, 2026 09:34 Don't have a product portfolio yet? No problem! In this episode, we'll break down how to launch your custom furniture business without a catalog of finished pieces. Learn how to showcase your skills, build client trust, and land your first projects while developing a portfolio that grows with your business. 📘 Download Zach's FREE eBook "Handmade Business Secrets" - your step-by-step guide to growi
#505 - Overcoming Objections When Selling Custom Furniture
#505 - Overcoming Objections When Selling Custom Furniture Oct 12, 2026 11:30 Selling custom furniture isn't always as simple as showing someone what you built. Customers will have questions, concerns, and objections before they're ready to buy. In this episode, I'm breaking down how to handle the most common objections, build confidence with potential customers, and turn more conversations into sales. 📘 Download Zach's FREE eBook "Handmade Business Secrets" - your step-by-
#504 - What's The Best WOOD For Building Custom Tables?
#504 - What's The Best WOOD For Building Custom Tables? Oct 8, 2026 10:44 Choosing the right wood can make a huge difference when building a custom table. In this episode, I'm breaking down the best types of wood for custom tables, the pros and cons of each, and what I would recommend depending on the look, durability, and budget you're working with. 📘 Download Zach's FREE eBook "Handmade Business Secrets" - your step-by-step guide to growing a profitable woodworking bu
#503 - The Path To Your First $100K As A Woodworker
#503 - The Path To Your First $100K As A Woodworker Oct 5, 2026 09:53 Reaching your first $100,000 as a woodworker can seem like a massive goal, but it doesn't happen all at once. In this episode, I'm breaking down the path to your first $100K, the steps you need to take along the way, and how to turn your woodworking skills into a business that can actually grow. 📘 Download Zach's FREE eBook "Handmade Business Secrets" - your step-by-step guide to growing a profita

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