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Candle Business PRO
Sabastian Garsnett
33 episodes
4 days ago
#032. Here is the free Goal Setting Template: https://www.candlebusinesspro.com/2026goalsetting We share a transparent look at our numbers, then guide a full 2026 planning workshop across seven life and business areas. The goal is a simple, focused plan you will actually follow, with three SMART goals, clear triggers, and real accountability. • seven goal areas that support each other • emotional targets and mindset you want • one skill that unlocks leverage • physical habits that protect en...
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#032. Here is the free Goal Setting Template: https://www.candlebusinesspro.com/2026goalsetting We share a transparent look at our numbers, then guide a full 2026 planning workshop across seven life and business areas. The goal is a simple, focused plan you will actually follow, with three SMART goals, clear triggers, and real accountability. • seven goal areas that support each other • emotional targets and mindset you want • one skill that unlocks leverage • physical habits that protect en...
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Candle Business PRO
2026 Candle Business Goal Setting That Actually Works
#032. Here is the free Goal Setting Template: https://www.candlebusinesspro.com/2026goalsetting We share a transparent look at our numbers, then guide a full 2026 planning workshop across seven life and business areas. The goal is a simple, focused plan you will actually follow, with three SMART goals, clear triggers, and real accountability. • seven goal areas that support each other • emotional targets and mindset you want • one skill that unlocks leverage • physical habits that protect en...
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4 days ago
1 hour 16 minutes

Candle Business PRO
5 Candle Business Questions Answered (LLC, Insurance, Pricing, Best Scents + More)
#031. Ready to turn your candle hobby into a business that pays for itself and then some? We tackle the maker questions that matter most: when to formalize your business with an LLC, how to register for sales tax so you can buy supplies tax‑exempt, and what kind of insurance protects you once you start selling at markets, online, or in a storefront. We share the practical steps we used, the providers we tried, and the costs that actually make sense for a young brand. From there, we get tacti...
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3 weeks ago
26 minutes

Candle Business PRO
The "Imperfect Launch" Strategy
#030 Are you stuck in the "testing phase" of your candle business? Do you feel like you can't launch until you have the perfect logo, a $5,000 website, and custom packaging? In this episode, we’re busting the myth of the "Perfect Launch." I’m sharing the story of how Garnet Beacon Candle Co. launched with a choppy, blocky Canva logo and still grew to over $550k/year in retail sales. Perfectionism is just procrastination in disguise, and it’s killing your momentum. We cover how to let the ma...
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1 month ago
21 minutes

Candle Business PRO
When To Hire Help For Your Candle Business
#029 The clearest sign your candle business needs help isn’t a feeling, it’s a pattern: you’re saying no to great markets, customer emails are slipping, or sales have flatlined because you’re out of hours. We break down a practical path to hire with confidence, protect your quality, and regain capacity to grow without jumping straight to a full-time payroll commitment. We start by separating working in your business from working on your business, then pinpoint the first tasks to delegate for...
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1 month ago
38 minutes

Candle Business PRO
15 Brutal Reasons Candle Businesses Fail (And How To Avoid Them)
We walk through the 15 real reasons candle businesses stall and how to fix them with clear actions. From niche and numbers to branding, email, and mindset, the aim is a repeatable plan that turns great candles into steady sales. • defining a niche you belong to and customer research • building systems for batching, production, budgeting, inventory • tracking analytics to spot trends and pivot • realistic effort in a saturated market • collecting emails and using content pillars • seeking edu...
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1 month ago
38 minutes

Candle Business PRO
Candle Business Q&A: Scaling, Email Lists, Markets, Etsy, And More
We answer real maker questions on scaling a candle business with practical tactics: diversify sales channels, build a quality email list, test wicks with confidence, and choose the right places to sell. Clear steps, real numbers, and tools you can use today. • diversifying beyond social into website, wholesale, private label, and fundraisers • using email as the primary promotional tool with quality list building • setting lucrative pop‑ups around 25% to convert site visitors • wick testing ...
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1 month ago
25 minutes

Candle Business PRO
Wholesale Candle Business for Beginners: Our Proven 6 Step Readiness Check
We map a clear path from retail maker to confident wholesaler with a six-part readiness framework, real pricing math, and a simple outreach system that lands reorders. The focus stays on consistent sourcing, fast fulfillment, and building fewer but better accounts. • shifting from retail mindset to a wholesale model • choosing stable jars, waxes and oils for consistency • pricing cleanly for true 50 percent margins • aligning packaging and branding to target stores • using a credible website...
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2 months ago
39 minutes

Candle Business PRO
Black Friday Game Plan For Candle Brands
#025. Shoppers are sprinting for 50% off electronics, but your candles can still win the weekend with one bold, simple offer, fast shipping, and a clear story. We break down the exact Black Friday-to-Cyber Monday system we use to spark action, reduce friction, and turn first-time buyers into repeat customers through December. We start with discount psychology and why 25% often blends into the noise while 30% creates a meaningful pause and 40% unlocks fence-sitters. From there, we desig...
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2 months ago
26 minutes

Candle Business PRO
What I Wish We Knew Before Starting Our Candle Business - Part 2
#024. This is Part 2 with tips 6-10. To get tips 1-5, check out episode #010. We share tips six through ten for building a real candle business, not just making candles. We break down niche selection, email-first marketing, market feedback, legal musts, and why social followers don’t equal sales, then wrap with a bonus mindset shift. • choosing a niche that creates superfans • defining target customers and price anchors • writing copy and designing packaging for one person • collecting...
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2 months ago
33 minutes

Candle Business PRO
How My Candle Business Sells Every Day | 10 Ways That Actually Works
#023 We map out every sales channel that keeps our candle business profitable, from storefronts and Shopify to Amazon, wholesale, markets, parties, fundraisers, subscriptions, private label, email, and press. Along the way we share pricing rules, calendar timing, and systems that turn interest into daily sales. • separating home and work to avoid burnout • setting up Shopify with strong photos and pop-ups • offering meaningful welcome discounts tied to margins • building email flows for welc...
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2 months ago
43 minutes

Candle Business PRO
From Trend Chasing to Timeless: Building a Candle Brand That Lasts
#022 We shift from making more to selling better and lay out a practical plan to build a timeless candle brand around a classic line. Trends fade, but focus, systems, and the right sales channels turn a small catalog into real growth. • why a classic year‑round line beats seasonal hype • letting customers decide your signature scent • the real costs of adding more products • supplier turnover risks on oils and vessels • focus, repetition and recognition in marketing • reusing content assets ...
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2 months ago
30 minutes

Candle Business PRO
Real Candle Business Startup Costs, Profit Timelines, and COGS Explained
#021 We answer real candle business questions from startup costs and profitability timelines to wicks, seasonal strategy, scaling beyond the kitchen, and cutting COGS, using hard numbers and simple steps. We share exactly what worked for us as we grew from $1.5k invested to $1.5M in sales. • startup budget realities and lean inventory planning • niching down, target customer clarity, and faster testing • when to move from home to warehouse or retail • retail vs wholesale vs private label tra...
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3 months ago
31 minutes

Candle Business PRO
Our Step-by-Step PR Strategies to Get Media
#019 and Part 9 of Build A Candle Business series. **This special series is brought to you by ToAuto Wax Melters. Our listeners will get a special deal at checkout when they use this link. ** A one-page press release can change your entire demand curve—if it’s written for real people on deadline. We walk through the exact PR playbook that took our candle brand from a spare-room studio to local TV, national write-ups, and wholesale calls, all without a PR firm or ad spend. The method is ...
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3 months ago
35 minutes

Candle Business PRO
From Maker to Merchant: Wholesale Strategies That Actually Work
#019 and Part 9 of Build A Candle Business series. **This special series is brought to you by ToAuto Wax Melters. Our listeners will get a special deal at checkout when they use this link. ** Wholesale strategies can transform a small candle business into a thriving enterprise, creating opportunities for expanded reach and increased sales without relying solely on direct-to-consumer channels. • Understanding the crucial difference between wholesale (selling at 50% of retail price with ...
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3 months ago
33 minutes

Candle Business PRO
How Far We Built a Candle Business in 8 Weeks (Step by Step Guide)
#018 and Part 8 of Build A Candle Business series. **This special series is brought to you by ToAuto Wax Melters. Our listeners will get a special deal at checkout when they use this link. ** This week's episode recaps the 8-week journey of building a candle business from scratch, covering everything from setting foundations to overcoming roadblocks with the new brand "wthout." • Setting your foundation with your "why" and identifying your first three products • Choosing a memorable br...
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3 months ago
34 minutes

Candle Business PRO
The Pre-Launch Marketing Roadmap: 8 Strategies for Your Candle Business
#017 and Part 7 of Build A Candle Business series. **This special series is brought to you by ToAuto Wax Melters. Our listeners will get a special deal at checkout when they use this link. ** This week I shares eight effective marketing strategies for candle entrepreneurs to implement before officially launching their businesses, drawing from his experience growing Garsnett Beacon Candle Company and now launching a completely new brand. • Start locally by telling everyone about your bu...
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4 months ago
28 minutes

Candle Business PRO
10 Essential Elements for a High-Converting Candle Website That Drives Sales
#016 and Part 6 of Build A Candle Business series. **This special series is brought to you by ToAuto Wax Melters. Our listeners will get a special deal at checkout when they use this link. ** Wondering why visitors browse your candle website but don't buy? The difference between attracting traffic and converting sales often comes down to specific website elements that build trust and create seamless shopping experiences. Sabastian Garsnett, who scaled his candle company to $1.4 million...
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4 months ago
26 minutes

Candle Business PRO
How to Price Right, Test Smart, and Sell Confidently
#015 and Part 5 of Build A Candle Business series. **This special series is brought to you by ToAuto Wax Melters. Our listeners will get a special deal at checkout when they use this link. ** Sabastian shares strategies for rapidly testing candles, selecting strategic sales channels for an elevated brand, and determining profitable pricing for the new gender-neutral "Without" candle line. • Testing three wick sizes simultaneously to speed up product development • Documenting every test...
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4 months ago
40 minutes

Candle Business PRO
Best Candle Vessels, Wax, Oils and Fragrances to Start With
#014 and Part 4 of Build A Candle Business series. **This special series is brought to you by ToAuto Wax Melters. Our listeners will get a special deal at checkout when they use this link. ** Today I'll share essential strategies for sourcing supplies when starting a new candle business, emphasizing the importance of building on reliable, long-term available products rather than trendy items that might be discontinued. • Keep your supply chain simple by using vessels and waxes that wil...
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4 months ago
36 minutes

Candle Business PRO
Build A Candle Brand: Week 3 - Candle Brand's Visual Identity
#013 and Part 3 of Build A Candle Business series. **This special series is brought to you by ToAuto Wax Melters. Our listeners will get a special deal at checkout when they use this link. ** Ready to transform your candle business from DIY to polished professional? This week we're diving deep into the art and science of visual branding—the key to creating instant trust with your ideal customers. After securing your business name and online presence, creating a cohesive visual identity...
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5 months ago
16 minutes

Candle Business PRO
#032. Here is the free Goal Setting Template: https://www.candlebusinesspro.com/2026goalsetting We share a transparent look at our numbers, then guide a full 2026 planning workshop across seven life and business areas. The goal is a simple, focused plan you will actually follow, with three SMART goals, clear triggers, and real accountability. • seven goal areas that support each other • emotional targets and mindset you want • one skill that unlocks leverage • physical habits that protect en...