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...
From Hello to Handshake: My Sales Process for Makers
The Handcrafted Podcast: The Business of making things
27 minutes
4 months ago
From Hello to Handshake: My Sales Process for Makers
In this episode of The Handcrafted Podcast, Paul shares the exact sales process he uses at Philadelphia Table Company to consistently close custom furniture projects. From building trust fast through in-person meetings, Zoom calls, and Loom videos, to listening for personal details that create genuine connections, Paul breaks down how to move a lead from initial inquiry to final sale without high-pressure tactics. You’ll learn how he talks pricing, presents value, follows up effectively, and ...
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...
