The Handcrafted Podcast: The Business of making things
Paul Mencel
39 episodes
5 days ago
Make 2026 your year!!! : Join the Community Summary: In this short, personal holiday episode, Paul checks in with listeners to talk about the importance of consistency—showing up even when life is full, tiring, or uncertain. Recorded just days after the birth of his first son, the episode reflects on commitment, accountability, and why doing the hard things is often what leads to the most meaningful outcomes. Paul also looks ahead to the new year, encouraging listeners who want re...
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Make 2026 your year!!! : Join the Community Summary: In this short, personal holiday episode, Paul checks in with listeners to talk about the importance of consistency—showing up even when life is full, tiring, or uncertain. Recorded just days after the birth of his first son, the episode reflects on commitment, accountability, and why doing the hard things is often what leads to the most meaningful outcomes. Paul also looks ahead to the new year, encouraging listeners who want re...
Eight Free Ways to Get Customers When Your Phone Isn’t Ringing
The Handcrafted Podcast: The Business of making things
18 minutes
1 month ago
Eight Free Ways to Get Customers When Your Phone Isn’t Ringing
Join The Network! In this episode, Paul tackles a challenge many makers face as the holidays approach: the seasonal dip in incoming work. Drawing from real conversations inside the Handcrafted Network and years of experience growing Philadelphia Table Company, Paul outlines eight proven, entirely free strategies to generate new leads, strengthen relationships, and keep your pipeline full. These approaches work for makers at every stage—whether you’re getting your first few clients or rounding...
The Handcrafted Podcast: The Business of making things
Make 2026 your year!!! : Join the Community Summary: In this short, personal holiday episode, Paul checks in with listeners to talk about the importance of consistency—showing up even when life is full, tiring, or uncertain. Recorded just days after the birth of his first son, the episode reflects on commitment, accountability, and why doing the hard things is often what leads to the most meaningful outcomes. Paul also looks ahead to the new year, encouraging listeners who want re...
