From Art Teacher to Entrepreneur: The Mary Maker Studio Story Part 1 Guest Series

Send us a text Unleashing Creative Business Success with Brydie Stewart from Mary Maker Studio  In this episode I chat with Brydie from Mary Maker Studio about the intricacies of turning creative passion into a profitable business. They discuss Brydie"s journey from being an art teacher to founding Mary Maker Studio, a leading supplier of fiber arts materials.  Brydie shares how she left teaching to align with her creative purpose following a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, and how she managed to establish her business globally. The conversation covers the importance of knowing your market, the impact of social media and email marketing, the balance between creativity and business acumen, and the logistical challenges. Brydie also touches on potential new endeavors such as online workshops and mentorship programs aimed at helping other creatives build successful businesses.  This episode is a must-listen for creative entrepreneurs seeking practical advice and inspiration. 00:00 Introduction to the Lotco Business Podcast 00:40 Guest Introduction: Bridie from Merry Maker Studio 02:09 The Origin Story of Merry Maker Studio 03:00 Challenges and Inspirations 06:52 The Creative Process and Product Development 10:06 Global Reach and Social Media Impact 12:44 Taking Risks and Business Growth 15:43 Human Design and Personal Routines 19:21 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 21:12 The Importance of Paying Yourself 21:30 Understanding Product Pricing 22:23 Enhancing Customer Experience 25:00 The Power of Email Marketing 27:17 Investing in Your Business 31:49 Overcoming Business Challenges 34:32 Future Plans and Innovations 38:57 Teaching and Mentorship 41:37 Conclusion and Final Thought She is a go getter and I absolutely loved talking with her more in this episode.  She shares so many gems of wisdom- I hope you enjoy as much as I did speaking with her!! You can find Brydie  @marymakerstudio Find your Human Design type at https://www.daylunalife.com/Big Talk About Small Business Empowering entrepreneurs with the insights to succeed in their ventures. Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show I"m Mel Robbins! from @thelotco Want a Roadmap to Building a Profitable Product Business head here for directions! Looking for ongoing support to grow your brand and sell more of your product? Join the Product Business Growth Club here. Find more details at https://www.thelotco.com.au/ Business Coach for product-based businesses. Teaching creative business women how to build a scalable and profitable million-dollar product business whether a physical Retail store or Brand. Over 25 years as a Retail and Wholesale Strategist (Sales and Marketing for Brands). Grab my 8 step checklist on building a profitable product business.