#19 The HBSA "helped us get set up properly right off the bat... it's a really nice community that makes it a little bit easier to not just be stuck in business by yourself" Diversifying Your Handmade Business with Erik

How To Be A Handmade Boss

💙 In this episode of the Handmade Bosses podcast, Steph catches up with Erik from Mountain River Life.
🪵 Erik is a wood craftsman, who has a 6-figure business specialising in handmade mountain-inspired, premium quality wood gifts, as well as his new clothing and apparel line.
🔎 He shares his experience of pivoting his handmade woodwork business to include clothing, the importance of diversifying products whilst maintaining a consistent brand true to his target audience.
💪 An honest account of the challenges he faced due to economic changes and Etsy's platform adjustments.
🚀 From leveraging corporate clients to navigating the complexities of running a handmade business, Erik provides valuable advice for fellow entrepreneurs.
Links to Mountain River
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mtnriverlife/?hl=en
Website https://mtnriverlife.com/
Etsy shop https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/MountainRiverWoodCo
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