In this episode, we wanted to talk about how we got started. It begins with a discussion about our woodworking journey, followed by insights on overcoming intimidation and comparison, and concludes with a focus on influential woodworking brands. The conversation covers the early woodworking journey, experiences with building and selling on Etsy, the transition to full-time woodworking, and insights into pricing and customer relations. It delves into the challenges and learning experiences encountered in the woodworking business, providing valuable insights for aspiring woodworkers. The conversation delves into various aspects of customer interactions, including miscommunication, expectations, feedback, preferences, consultation, engagement, satisfaction, collaboration, trust, influence, challenges, decision-making, expertise, and loyalty.

Takeaways

• Start woodworking with passion, not just for profit
• Comparison can be detrimental to progress
• Influential woodworking brands can inspire and influence woodworking enthusiasts Transitioning to full-time woodworking requires strategic planning and a clear understanding of business operations.
• Pricing strategies and customer relations play a crucial role in the success of a woodworking business. Effective communication with customers is crucial for understanding their needs and expectations.
• Building trust and satisfying customer preferences are essential for long-term customer loyalty.

Chapters

• 00:00 Starting the Woodworking Journey
• 06:00 Overcoming Intimidation and Comparison
• 19:20 Influential Woodworking Brands
• 22:40 Early Woodworking Journey
• 23:57 Building and Selling on Etsy
• 29:51 Transition to Full-Time Woodworking
• 46:54 Pricing and Customer Relations
• 51:44 Customer Interactions
• 53:28 Customer Miscommunication
• 54:24 Customer Expectations
• 55:22 Customer Feedback
• 56:09 Customer Preferences
• 57:00 Customer Consultation
• 59:36 Customer Engagement
• 01:01:24 Customer Satisfaction
• 01:02:25 Customer Collaboration
• 01:04:02 Customer Trust
• 01:05:36 Customer Influence
• 01:06:06 Customer Challenges
• 01:07:30 Customer Decision-Making
• 01:09:09 Customer Expertise
• 01:10:09 Customer Preferences
• 01:11:06 Customer Feedback
• 01:12:09 Customer Expectations
• 01:13:01 Customer Engagement
• 01:14:17 Customer Satisfaction
• 01:15:48 Customer Loyalty

In this episode, Travis and Jason talk about fictional blends of their favorite rap artists and tools in the shop. The guys get a bit carried away with AI and have some hilarious renditions that you have to see. This one was definitely a knee slapper for sure. Get ready to laugh your butt off, and thank you so much for tuning in!

Chapters

• 00:00 Navigating Social Media Pressures
• 00:58 The Impact of Social Media Relationships
• 01:35 The Frailty of Humanity and Social Media
• 01:51 Self-Reflection and Self-Criticism
• 02:13 Sponsorship and Unboxing
• 03:02 Safety and Humor
• 04:35 Rap Music and Influences
• 06:13 Influencer Charades and Social Media Challenges
• 06:40 TikTok and Burner Numbers
• 07:00 Rap Music and Influential Locations
• 07:19 Rap Music and Influential Locations (Contd.)
• 24:03 The World of Cutting Boards
• 26:33 Sponsorship Shenanigans
• 29:32 Rapper-Inspired Sponsorship
• 30:01 The Notorious J.I.G.
• 32:06 Pusha Stick T and Virginia Beach
• 32:39 Missy Elliot and The Neptunes
• 33:39 Rap Lyrics and Woodworking Mishaps
• 36:50 Serious Grit and Glue Troubles
• 45:21 Ice Cream Truck and Lactose Intolerance
• 47:37 Remembering Mac Miller
• 50:50 Gucci Mane and Christmas Albums
• 51:43 Music Preferences and Dislikes
• 54:36 Meek Mill and Nostalgic Songs
• 01:00:38 Rick Ross and Grass Art
• 01:06:04 Patreon Exclusive Content

Travis is back with the recap from day two in Maine — and this one's got a little bit of everything. Travis and Jason talk through some potential partnerships that came out of the event, the new faces he met along the way, and (because of course) somehow end up on a long tangent about underwear. It's a mix of real business talk and total nonsense, which is basically the whole point of this show.

Nothing toughens you up quite like the comment section. In this episode, Travis and Jason dig into some of the meanest, most unhinged comments they've gotten online — plus a few in-person zingers that hit even harder. Then it's a shift in gears as Travis recaps his first day at the Maine Woodworking Event, sharing what it was like meeting people face-to-face after months of hiding behind a screen. Equal parts thick skin and good stories — this one's got a little bit of everything.

Full-time job. Full-time dad. Full-time husband. And somehow also running a woodworking business and cranking out content on the side. In this episode, Travis and Jason get real about what it actually looks like to juggle it all — the late nights in the shop, the missed dinners, the "just one more video" moments, and the constant guilt of never feeling like enough in any one lane. No polished advice here, just two guys figuring it out in real time and laughing about it along the way.

In this episode, we introduce ourselves, what we do, and who we are. We want everyone to be able to relate to two normal dudes trying to make it through life and be the best dads, husbands, employees, and people that we can be. Take a peek behind the curtain at our lives, and laugh a little along the way!