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4 Common Mistakes Holding You Back From Success in Your Handmade Business

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You might be making one of these four mistakes in your handmade business, and they could hold you back from having the business of your dreams. 

Don’t worry, I made these mistakes too, so you’re not alone and when mistakes happen, we can actually learn from them and get better, right? 

So stay tuned for the four most common mistakes I see my fellow creatives make in their business, so you can avoid it!

Hi! My name is Mei Pak, and I help artists, designers, and makers create a full-time living selling their handmade products online.

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Pricing and Money Mindset

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Are you ready to start getting paid more for your work? Read this article.

The way we think about money and how we price our products is easily one of the most complicated parts of starting and growing a business.

Some of you may not even want to face the truth that a huge part of your success is hinged on your mindset, because it’s scary to think the only thing getting in your own way is yourself, right?

You can’t blame anyone else anymore.

I’ve been there myself and it’s an ongoing journey, and I’ve learned over the years how important it is to address your money mindset if you want to build the business of your dreams.

The moment I realized how much value I bring to people through my products, my business reached a whole new level, and I want to share some ways that I shifted my money mindset to get to that point.

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10 Places To Sell Your Handmade Products Online

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So you have some handmade products that you’re ready to sell, but if you’re watching this then you’re probably a bit unsure about where to actually sell them.

And I completely understand that—with so many options nowadays, how do you know which online marketplace is best for you and your products?
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Introvert? Here’s How to SELL Your Products (Selling Skills & Tips)

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If you clicked on this article, chances are you
identify as an introvert.

We tend to be quiet creatives with big ideas but our shyness often holds us back from sharing our gifts with other people.

You probably have an awesome business and amazing products to sell, yet it’s really hard to reach out to people who may be interested in buying them, right? 

Does this sound like you? If so, you’re part of the 40 percent of the world’s population of introverts.

The good news is, some of us have learned how to harness our introversion and use it as an advantage to make even more sales in business.

Keep reading to find out how.
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I'm Mei ('may') from Minneapolis. I want to help you build a sustainable, profitable handmade business that makes you consistent income and sales. I only ever teach or recommend marketing, social media, pricing, production and branding tips that I've personally used in my own handmade business and that I know work.
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