I keep finding it interesting that so many content creators are now pushing classes on how to make money woodworking. The reality is that it's probably one of the hardest businesses to make a living in, and I will tell you why. First of all it takes a lot of skill, experience, and tooling. Once, you get to that point now you are competing against someone in their garage that thinks they're a skilled craftsperson, when in reality they just work for cheap and do a terrible job that cheapens what skilled people do. Many people over the years have told me that I am lucky that I am a professional woodworker, and in some regards I am, But at the same Time I am aware that you will never get rich being a woodworker, people do not value your time and skill like they should.
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Adam, I completely agree here. But I do think you have to take the proper steps to help yourself, help yourself. I went from a garage and worked my way to where I am today, and in those 9 years I wanted to be able yo help others who also want to take that journey. It’s not easy, and requires a lot of skill as you said. I appreciate your input and your wisdom my friend!
@naptownplaya32
2 жыл бұрын
I think when people say this, they aren’t focusing enough on the business aspects of it. I used to say it, until I focused and marketed towards the people I wanted to work with. There are tons of people who are looking for quality and willing to pay. Also consider not limiting yourself to local markets. Being able to ship will open up the doors to more quality clients also.
@adamchesis7443
2 жыл бұрын
@@John_Malecki yes you do have to take the steps, and its good that you are willing to teach people, personally I haven't been, willing, since the pandemic there are a whole bunch of people that have been working out of their garage and thinking they're going to strike it rich gluing wood together and making cutting boards and other things that take no skill. You have the personality too succeed, I could teach you some better stack laminating techniques so your stuff stops breaking off when you carve it.
@adamchesis7443
2 жыл бұрын
@@naptownplaya32 I have plenty of quality clients, and make a fair living at what I do, I have sold in galleries and directly to home owners. You're right that they are tons of people that want quality but most don't understand the difference and will go with the guy down the street working for free that doesn't know what he's doing. I am just saying that there are so many that offer courses in how to make money doing this, when in reality the first thing you need to do is learn the skills of the craft and how to do it right. Then worry about the business end of it.
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
I see your point here, but and i dive into this in the course, but the intent is to help those who want to sell and grow a business period. I at no point say its easy, or going to make you rich. Quality craftsman ship is something i consider to be obvious, if you want a successful business. I only sell goods I think are built to the highest standard I am capable of. You mentioned others who offer courses about making money woodworking, I have seen 0 of these and would love to check them out if you could point me in the right direction . Also, really love your contribution to the comments here @Adam super grateful!
@naptownplaya32
2 жыл бұрын
The working in volume tip was something I had to learn the hard way. I did so many low cost farmhouse desk in the beginning, I got super burned out and almost quit. After I finally got fed up and tried to start doing things I actually liked and started to love it again. That’s the only way I’ll do it for now on. Plus if your passionate about the project you’re working on, it’ll show and the customer won’t regret paying you for it.
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more Brandon!
@jennieanddavis
2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Rising tides lift all ships for sure!! There is PLENTY of money out there for disciplined and hard-working Makers to build a business they can love!
@amwoodshopni
2 жыл бұрын
I’ve never written this under any of your videos before but You are literally the first person who inspired me to start the woodworking journey. I watched one of your videos 18months on my 32nd birthday. Went out that day and bought myself a 7 1/4” circular saw. The rest is history as they say!
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Man i absolutely love hearing this! Congrats on taking the leap and i hope you're loving the journey!
@markissarkis1
2 жыл бұрын
As someone quitting my 9-5 in 2 weeks to run my woodworking business full time...the timing of this video was perfect, thanks John!
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Hell ya Markis, congrats
@E1337Jerk
2 жыл бұрын
Living the dream I can't wait till my wife is done with school to open a hotrod shop with a few of my boys from high-school we always talked about it but 17 years later it's so close I can taste it.
@Tropicoboy
Жыл бұрын
Whats your insta or socials link?
@kevinbarrett3184
2 жыл бұрын
I've never wanted to work for anyone in my entire life, but I'd get freaking squirrelly to work for John
@FixItFrench
2 жыл бұрын
10/10 tips! #3 is such a professional tip
@countrywoodproducts
Ай бұрын
As a homesteader and full time KZitemr since 2013 my main channel tanked for some reason. People stopped getting notifications and income dropped to next to nothing in a short time. SO.... half a year ago I jumped into a sawmill and wood shop full time. Head first. This is my business now. I am making some videos and hoping to build this little channel as I work. Live edge furniture is my goal. I am working toward that goal now as slabs I sawed are now getting dry enough to use. I enjoy the work. It is always different. I decided to switch away from "smalls" as well. I started out making some small stuff and scrapped the idea. I value my time much more than that. I do network with local sawmills and wood shops. I pick their brains and see what they have. Talk about my place a bit. I believe it is a good thing.
@donnygrahambuilds
2 жыл бұрын
Super solid video man! Arguably the most value content hits at 16:18. Life is hard, get to work. Be the hero or your story, not the victim.
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Жыл бұрын
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Жыл бұрын
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Жыл бұрын
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Жыл бұрын
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Жыл бұрын
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Жыл бұрын
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@setphaserstofunn
2 жыл бұрын
I’ve been a furniture maker in England for 16 years, self employed for 6, and am now taking the plunge into starting my own business. I’m constantly watching videos looking to evolve and better myself, your videos have been a great help, and this video in party has been invaluable in helping me move foreword and progress. Thank you john
@thegrayjedi5202
Жыл бұрын
I know this is months late, but I’m about to be on my second year starting woodworking, pretty much year 1 has been spent building and learning the nuances of the craft and making some small sales as well as well as investing in tools. Would you say focusing on local community market and sales is easier or better than doing more online via social media? I just prefer local but I don’t know if the money can be had.
@setphaserstofunn
Жыл бұрын
@@thegrayjedi5202 I’d say social media and word of mouth are the mains ways to advertise these days, there’s plenty of ways to advertise locally, like specific Facebook groups and neighbourhood websites. Unfortunately with woodworking, the better money is in the fitted stuff, and you gotta travel to where the work is needed. Good luck with everything
@grahamredfern8969
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks John , your comments are true for any craft business
@Exoduse22
2 жыл бұрын
I was actually looking for ways to add value to my customers on my new brand focused on workstations and then I found a local company offering woodworking and metalworking courses and ended up here. It's rare you can find someone provide so much value and insight based on true mastery of their craft rather than just trying to get out content and get more views
@jeffshackleford3152
3 ай бұрын
Tip 6 : learn to price properly Having been a construction estimator for going on 5 years now, it is crazy how few people understand the working for 45 / hr thing in construction.
@swivvy3037
2 жыл бұрын
I'm finding it hard to just get started... Even just getting it to the hobby stage. I love joinery and the industrial style. I work as a CAD Technician so I've designed a few different styles of tables, desk, TV stands etc... Just general furniture but with a full time job and no clear path, I'm stuck Fantastic video though, really informative
@Borge782
Жыл бұрын
I blame John for the reason I have $10s of thousands of dollars of tools I purchased over the last 2 years for me to build free cool stuff for friends and family. 😂 jokes aside, he is correct. And his advice applies to everything and everywhere. The one thing he touched on but didn’t speak enough about, is building everyone around you. I’ve built up handfuls of individuals to either be their own business owner, or give them a chance at a career. And my effort of taking food off of my table, so they had food on there’s, has built me greater than imaginable in my successes. I have subcontractors that give me friend prices, and employees that beat me to work everyday, and seem to want to stay later than me by the end of the day as well. It’s a genuinely great feeling.
@RJamesBaphomet1988
2 жыл бұрын
I'm trying brother, just getting started, I normally build projects that I think are badass, but have had a few people reach out for custom pieces. The hardest part for me is the advertising and reaching more eyes in my area. Figuring out social media and doing craft shows/markets is something I'm also going to try. I have a full time job in masonry, but I sincerely love working with wood, metal, antlers, everything that isn't bricks, blocks and stones creating cool stuff that can furnish and decorate the house that I already know how to build😆
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Keep the passion going, i would suggest perhaps building things a little less specific to your eye, maybe a bit more towards the general public to start picking up clients. Also, share on social, its Free and easy. Showcase those bad ass projects and stay inspired!
@noregretsbowfishing4816
Жыл бұрын
Best tips I’ve heard anyone publicly say in the past 15years of being in business. Kudos! 🍻
@SEPTICWOUNDS
2 жыл бұрын
You know I love this, your so honest and give out genuinely great advice. In 2018 I pushed the reset button on my life and decided to move 5 hours away down country.. just quit and packed up shop overnight totally unsure as to what my next chapter in life was but I had an honest womens love and a few hundred In my back pocket... on the journey down south me and the Mrs was talking about what the hell I'm going to do for a job!? I didn't have a clue.. 28 years old worked in factory's all my life.. then she cracked a joke "you should become a woodworker then you can make us furniture" fast forward to 2022.. I'm now working for a yatch company making furniture. I had no clue that staying up all night watching carpentry videos would lead to a career with great pay, but I always believed even through the hard times.
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Love this Andrew! Thank you for sharing and keep crushing it my friend! This is awesome! Chase those dreams
@pmiller4421
2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Really enjoyed watching it. Keep up the awesome work!
@benjaminkline7301
Жыл бұрын
I wish the company that i used to work for would have actuly watched/ listended to this video(shared it to em). I did all the epoxy, metal work, millyard maintenance, and bout 75% of the design work at their company. I ended up quiting due to very low and inconsistent pay. A year after i left they shut down the furniture side of the business. Every point you brought up was stuff i tried to bring their attention to.
@dustinclark8946
Жыл бұрын
Love your work John.
@lillbobby
Жыл бұрын
Older video but I have to comment. I just started watching your videos and love them. I've been in the military for 17 years, just built 2 boats from scratch last 2 years, play with dead wood for outdoor furniture, and have to say that you have inspired me to try and take this up a notch. Do you mind if I use some of your ideas in building certain things and try to sell a couple? I want to build them just to do it, but will have no use for them myself.
@MyLifecraft
Жыл бұрын
This isn’t the video I wanted, but the video I needed! Thanks for your Tips!
@coolerman_13
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. I've found myself pivoting recently because I'm not 100% happy/engaged with where I've been at with woodworking.
@edwinb.140
Жыл бұрын
I’m really surprised this doesn’t have more views; good advice from a great craftsman. Thank you sir- bout to go punch today in the face! I come from an electrical background and have been recently finding my niche in LED signs and custom lighting to scratch my woodworking/creative itch while also hustling my electrical services to keep growing towards my business goals! Thanks for inspiring me to be profitable and authentic.
@RobDucharme
2 жыл бұрын
Ah man, this video comes at such a pivotal time for me.. And I'm happy to see I'm already on the right track. I'm in the process of selling the business I've been running for 6 years, and leaping headlong into ramping up the side hustle which is a wood shop/maker based business - and a VERY niche one at that: cat furniture (scratching posts, cat trees, wall-mounted perches, third party sh!tty cat tree repairs/upgrades, etc). Without even really trying, I attract new clients via word of mouth and a social media presence (virtual catalog). Adding value is definitely a MAJOR part of my process. My local competition is mostly casual semi-retired people, and they tend not to do custom work nor do they have the attention to detail that I seem to possess. AND I decided to start a KZitem channel inspired by the likes of John Malecki, Nick Zametti, Shop Nation, and Lincoln Street Woodworks channels out there. Love the content you all put out, and I've REALLY enjoyed plugging away at video editing (something I had experience with many years ago).
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Hell ya Rob, you arent kidding. That is super Niche, but i love it!
@RobDucharme
2 жыл бұрын
@@John_Malecki I forgot to mention the cat rooms. I've had one or two requests to do up a whole spare bedroom as a cat room. But the secret weapon will be the live edge coffee tables and end tables, where the base will be a cat feature (hideout). I'm not seeing anyone doing this, at least nowhere near where I live. And based on past sales of cat trees, my "territory" is hundreds of miles around me. When I properly market this business, I'm going to be damn busy. Shit's gonna get squirrely!
@wilsonroadwoodworks
2 жыл бұрын
I like the "quality over quantity" tip and that is where I want to be. That said, I am just getting started and plan on using the "quantity" of smaller items as a way of building my knowledge & skills so that when someone does hire me to build a large custom item I will be worthy of the task. I also have the advantage of a full-time job with a good salary so I have the luxury of working my way up to bigger and better things without worrying much about making larger margins right away with my woodworking side-hustle. Thank you for this video - They are all excellent tips!
@wilsonroadwoodworks
2 жыл бұрын
Long term I plan on building a solid side-hustle that will add income & enjoyment to my retirement eight or ten years from now. I figure if I start building toward that now I'll be in good shape when the time comes. :-)
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Love this my friend, i think trying to learn on your clients dime is a huge addition to a business in this regard too!
@dominikhill137
2 жыл бұрын
I've been watching you're videos for months now and learn a lot out of your videos. It's grown my passion towards woodworking. It's a bit difficult for me to actually start projects as I don't have any tools or materials or the money or space to start. It's been in my head for a long time to eventually start a local business. I've been looking for somewhere similar to your workshop in the UK but it's difficult to find somewhere close for someone who doesn't drive. Trying to get my foot in the door and hitting countless obstacles on the way but I will keep pushing with the motivation of your videos
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Dominik, i would try to see if there are any local clubs in your area you can maybe take some classes and start to learn some skills before diving into buying tools if thats an obstacle. You can uber , taxi, or get a ride from a friend. Keep pushing towards your dreams and they'll get closer!
@aeolisticwill
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, i'm trying to focus on doors and panels. I'm in the process of getting an approved hurricane rated core for entry doors from the county. People will spend a lot on an entry door but it has to up to the new hurricane codes in Florida. They won't even give people the option to put shutters on it. They're kinda of jerks.
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Yea man that sounds like a tough niche market, but keep trying to understand the marketplace the best you can and you'll start to see the dial move in the right direction.
@zlotaraczkaa
Жыл бұрын
Great movie! Greetings from Poland 🇵🇱 ❤
@WoodWorkTherapy
Жыл бұрын
Love the video, and the advice. We are trying to move from the social media "show how to do it" to the build and sell to do what you did, make some cash! LOL And that is an exciting journey, to say the least. So love all the advice I can get. I found that networking with people also out of your niche and talking to other makers also helps a lot. Kind of another aspect of your networking. We are looking at doing trade shows, and I have started learning what works and what doesn't at different shows from the vendors. I will tell you what has changed my concepts on what to build, when to build, and what makes these people successful. Would love to see you make more videos like this one. It great video, and a great channel!
@helimech0
2 жыл бұрын
Pepperdine MBA here. I am no longer in the workforce( long story) Excellent information. My doing business as was a failure. Part of my problem was my clientele was guitar players. Highly skilled, but poor as a church mouse. I couldn't even get cost of materials. They are as bad as helicopter pilots in that regard. Spend everything they ever make because they don't know how not to. I am very happy that you are a success and are willing to share your experience with others. Rock on John, and I am officially jealous of your shop. I was working out of my garage.
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
I worked out of garages for years, I have been there brother! Maybe widen your skills to adapt to a market with more expendable income. Custom guitars can be a good gig, but is hard to break into unless you can get your guitars into the hands of someone famous. If you have the time and ability, build someone who has a good social following a sick guitar, and gift it to them!
@helimech0
2 жыл бұрын
@@John_Malecki Hi John, My current situation is that I will be 70 years old in July, and I am currently in a motel in Sylmar CA. in Veterans Administration transitional housing. I thank God for that, because without the VA I would be in the back seat of my car on a side street somewhere in Los Angeles. I am waiting for a move in date for new construction built by the VA not to far from where I am right now. The woodworking I will be doing would be to accessorise the studio apartment I will be moving into, hopefully the last week of June. That date has been pushed back a couple of times, you know how the govt. works. Like my sister says, who would have thought that my 4 years in the Air Force in the 1970's would pay dividends at this late date. Anyway, good video, lots of excelent information, and best of luck in your business.
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Patrick, thank you for sharing and good luck in your transition. Thank you also for taking the time to check us out and support us!
@nemo4907
2 жыл бұрын
Tip #3 goes a long way in customer relations. Back home in Louisiana we call it Lagniappe.
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
I love that Nemo!
@jamesmosley7794
2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Those are great points for life in general and anyone in any job as an employee or the business owner. As a hobbyists wood worker the point about networking is a great idea, just so I will know who in my area can help me with some of my bigger projects.
@lptone9
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for putting the logo for "Craft to Career" on the video, because I definitely thought you said "Crap to Career" LMAO
@daveyio87
2 жыл бұрын
Good Advise. I'm a master auto tech, I used to take on side work and it burnt me out and people constantly would ask me to do one thing and when they dropped the car off there would be a list of can you also check this and that out. And after working all day and then working on these piles of junk i lost interest in the autmotive industry i just do it to pay the bills, i'm slowly getting into woodworking as a hobby and maybe one day ill expand and sell things that i make. for now it will be a hobby that ill enjoy.
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Yea Dave, I when you lost the passion and enthusiasm for what you're doing it makes it hard to to want to grind it out every day! keep crushing it and best of luck with your woodworking hobby!
@pathardage1880
8 ай бұрын
Damn. That was useful. Thank you.
@fernandoelhard3098
2 жыл бұрын
Does anyone else miss the one sheet one board challenge? Or the shop cooking?
@abbywoo5716
Жыл бұрын
Awesome vid!!…was really informative…love the passion and love it more you are passing it on.God bless!!
@jamesomania
2 жыл бұрын
I do enjoy all your videos, fun, and informative. But this one knocked it out of the park. I learnt quite a bit. Thank you. Best wishes!
@joeshmoe8912
2 жыл бұрын
John, great info brother. I appreciate the tips. Been in the contracting business for 11 years now locally to you, and have not used these strategies. Which has shown that I work in and not on my business. I am now starting another business doing leathercraft and will definitely take these items to heart and implement them. I also have never used any kind of social media to my benefit thus far. I don't know if I'm too afraid or what, but it's there for the taking. Thanks again buddy.
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to seeing you crush it Joe!
@HillyBillyWoodworks
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸
@Zamboni-0805
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, very informative. The one thing I think you forgot to mention is putting away a percentage of profits into a retirement acct. For me, I have a good pension and 401k, but most entrepreneurs do not.
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Yea, saving money early is great advice. I would say its hard early, I always look to re-invest when it comes to business's
@williamiv93
2 жыл бұрын
What are your thoughts on going small to start building funds to expand your tools/shop while keeping large projects in mind and trying to sprinkle those in to build expertise while making money cranking out small easy to make/ship items? Is there any history you’ve seen of people having trouble shifting away from small items?
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Billy, If you're building funds i dont hate the idea of building whatever you can to make some money, Just make sure you're doing it correctly and the business is actually making money. If you're not selling custom commissions, then i would focus on small goods to build funds and solicit the custom work. That way you're not holding large amounts of overhead and sinking money into potential over actual revenue generating products. You can always move away from small goods, but have a strategy to make sure those are profitable and dont lose your passion for your work because everything feels like groundhogs day
@williamiv93
2 жыл бұрын
Love it, thank you, you’re one of the first woodworkers I started following years ago and have learned/gained so much from your videos!
@jasonmartin7137
2 жыл бұрын
Tip 11: Get Squirrelly
@davemiller9141
Жыл бұрын
That Black Rifle Coffee Company table looks cool, is that spent brass in the epoxy?
@robintaylor-mockingeemill8223
Жыл бұрын
great tips
@mstev5956
Жыл бұрын
Love THIS video
@mrbeaudirt
10 ай бұрын
Thank you I was questioning my dream.
@jamesmoore6331
2 жыл бұрын
is it practical to try to set up a new business at this time?
@johnfinch4967
2 жыл бұрын
Everyone that shows any type of success lives in an metropolitan area. I am 45 minutes from a small town. Have access to all kinds of unique wood but marketing and shipping is a real issue. How will your course help?
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
The course focuses on helping you understand how to make your existing business profitable, and then theres modules with some exercises to help you get more traction and grow your sales funnel. First and foremost i would ask myself, what does your online presence look like ?
@johnfinch4967
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the heads up.
@garyhicks8666
2 жыл бұрын
Great stuff and spot on regarding business strategy. I have my own consulting practice for small- medium sized businesses and the topics you covered here a great starters for a fledgling business. I too, have a woodworking business which started as a hobby, but have turned into a good practice. I diversified a bit differently lol. Great stuff!
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Love it gary! Thats awesome
@mysticswordsman
2 жыл бұрын
I have been designing/3d modeling for 13 years that wants to own and run a woodworking business. What do you think might be the easiest thing/ hardest thing for me to start?
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Getting your products out there first and foremost, and finding clients. Its the hardest part for any business to start i would say. Fortunately theres platforms that allow you to use them for free (like social) to grow awareness !
@mysticswordsman
2 жыл бұрын
@@John_Malecki right on, I have Facebook, and Insta. Plus I have the wife sharing my stuff, she has a larger following then me. Thanks again!!!
@intelligentgluteus-maximus4720
2 жыл бұрын
Also, if we get in with the early bird, does the discount apply for the lifetime of the monthly subscription or is it just applied to the first month?
@TeamProsperity
Жыл бұрын
Not everyone has a 40’ x 50’ shop with $500,000 worth of equipment and just don’t have the facilities to make super large tables and fork lift to move em around with
@nickdoeslife9531
10 ай бұрын
When i heard you say “Yuns” i knew, This guy is a fellow Pennsylvanian. lol
@bryanharness1122
Жыл бұрын
How are you implementing these now that Sam and Jordan have moved on? Have u lost any business or are you headed down different road?
@Fly_Fishing_Fool
2 жыл бұрын
Hey! Why is Jocko's guitar still in your shop?
@jeremyhill5523
2 жыл бұрын
If you sign up for the Pro level, and cancel later, do you still have lifetime access to the materials or would you have to purchase the DIY package to gain access to the course?
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
As long as you are a member for 2 months prior to leaving then yes!
@intelligentgluteus-maximus4720
2 жыл бұрын
So with the craft to career, the diy level vs the pro level, you don’t get the new content that is added to the course or the bi - weekly group coaching?
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
DIY is lifetime access to just the course as it is today. The bonus section is for subscription members and your discount will apply for as long as you’re part of the community!
@jeremyhill5523
2 жыл бұрын
@@John_Malecki if you sign up for the Pro level, and cancel later, do you still have lifetime access to the materials or would you have to purchase the DIY package to gain access to the course?
@plutorootswoodworking
2 жыл бұрын
New sub! Spitting straight facts! Yuns…Pitt or penn state fan?
@mackenziemill
2 жыл бұрын
Great advice
@walkingconifer
Жыл бұрын
How do you get your first few leads?
@jozell0
Жыл бұрын
Great video! I can’t help but ask… are you wearing two wrist watches?
@dylanfeltz5587
2 жыл бұрын
I've been trying to find the video where you do an add for an invoice app that you like and for the life of me I can not find it.
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Invoice 2 go. its on a deck project video
@dylanfeltz5587
2 жыл бұрын
@@John_Malecki thank you
@outlawjjwales
2 жыл бұрын
Curious haven’t seen Sam on camera lately he still work with you? Nice video
@rickswordfire4774
2 жыл бұрын
15:19 Rob Cosman?
@kuchniebauformatstudiowork4922
2 жыл бұрын
I'm courious if you have polish roots? :)
@tylermccoy5517
Жыл бұрын
easy to say build a 10k table, when you have a million dollar shop full of equipment. for a guy working in his garage they may need to start small until they can afford bigger better tools
@brentg1550
2 жыл бұрын
John, how do you know when it’s time to go full time? I work a full time 9-5 in banking and lead worship at a church one Sunday. Woodworking started as a hobby but quickly turned into job #3. Now I am turning away business and have a wait list that is a few months deep. Thanks.
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Walking away from a full time gig is something that will never be easy, the comfort and consistency is hard to replicate. I would say, think of it this way. If you had all the time you spend on these "other jobs" back, how much money would you be able to produce in your woodworking business. From that, would you be able to make enough to sustain your current lifestyle ? If you could put a fraction of that time to growing the business, where do you think it would take you ?
@patrickomann3580
Жыл бұрын
Is it starting a KZitem channel
@mysticvalleywoodworks2777
2 жыл бұрын
How do you feel about financing tools? I'm looking at a drum sander. And I cant decide if I should try to save up for it or finance it. Im a one man full-time wood shop. Sobit takes me just a little longer to put the client work, then say a 2 or 3 man shop. But I can afford to finance a tool. Whats your thoughts on this? 🤔
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
I am a big fan of financing tools. With workshop assets you can get savy with the accounting benefits too. Make sure you can afford the payments, and also that interes is 0 or very low
@mysticvalleywoodworks2777
2 жыл бұрын
@@John_Malecki do you mean savy with the tax write offs?
@kellyb7321
2 жыл бұрын
It always seems like a balancing act. Most people say that you makes the best percentage profit on small items but like you say doing that for too long can you burn anyone out and drive you away. I'm just starting out so small is all I can do. Hopefully they turn some profit soon that I can invest in better machines and materials.
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
There is nothing wrong with that, just don't get caught in the trap that small goods will create a fulfilling business. The competition with small goods is at scale, which becomes a race to the bottom in price (unless you invent something new). But do what you feel you need to do to get off the ground!
@shannonm8202
9 ай бұрын
"I dumped a large sum of money into a coach, I think you should too. Oh by the way, I made a course that I think you should buy now that I've convinced you that dumping a large sum of money into a coach is a wise choice." .... and that, my friends, is how you make thousands as a woodworker.
@carmendaddona5525
2 жыл бұрын
Great video and love all of your content. I am brand new into this, still in the phase of building my shop. Does your course go over scaling? If not what do you suggest when it comes to starting to scale ones business?
@koreywilliams4570
2 жыл бұрын
I just need to get out and start trying stuff. I have some ideas and there's a idk swap meat? Not sure if that's what it's called but there's a spot near where I work that let's you set up a booth couple times a month and sell stuff.
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
I don’t like swap meets myself, but lots of people have lots of success doing them!
@ImranKhan-dr8bb
2 жыл бұрын
I have been watching your videos and find them so informative, I am curious as to how well ypu find the information translate to other countries? (From the UK)
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
I think business is business, no matter where you are. I would think growing a social following and focusing on building quality goods would be great in any country. I dont know the in's and outs of working in the UK, but general business practices should adapt to both
@ImranKhan-dr8bb
2 жыл бұрын
@@John_Malecki That makes logical sense. I plan to start this craft when I move into my own place. Channels like yourself, Matt Estelea, Mr. Build it, 3x3, etc are so entertaining and informative. And inspiring.
@vernonbuell3943
Жыл бұрын
No one in any trade gets rich from the money they make. They get rich by investing their money. If you don't charge enough to have money left to invest, you'll be doing your trade till you can't do it anymore, physically.
@daltonnc
2 жыл бұрын
Malecki I love your content and I took every single word you said as advice, but this question is simply out of curiosity. Shaq, with his line of shoes, targeted an audience that would spend less on goods but he makes it up in volume. I understand this is a completely different business, you stated quality over quantity, and manufacturing shoes is much different than hand making wood/metal goods. Do you think it is a viable business model to manufacture goods in a manner that will sell in volume but without a higher margin in this type of business? Love the work you have been putting out and I’m a big fan.
@daltonnc
2 жыл бұрын
To clarify, I’m not taking about making poor quality goods, but instead using materials that will stand up in time that may not be top shelf with lower margins and higher volume. Thanks!
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
You sort of answered the question for yourself. Manufacturing items and selling them, vs. making them yourself are two different things. I don't like the game of making products like this in volume because it becomes a numbers game and a race to the bottom in price.
@eatdrinkwineguy
Жыл бұрын
I’ve watched a few videos like this but this was definitely one of the best. Thanks for sharing.
@outofmind9222
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent work, just found your channel, where are y’all located?
@averagejoeshooting800
2 жыл бұрын
I found myself disagreeing with like half of his tips and realized we are in two different fields. He's giving these tips as a woodworker, but my business is in CNC. I happen to be starting with a CNC router, so my medium happens to be wood, but I'm not a woodworker. I'm a CNC machinist in my day job, and I'm applying my knowledge there to build my business in a different direction. Yes, selling many of the same thing is boring, because humans don't like to do that. If you're a craftsman, of course you don't want to make 100 of the same cutting board by hand. But my CNC router allows me to avoid doing the tedious things myself. It's really good at repeatability and speed, but if my machine isn't running, I'm not making money. Then it's a math problem. Time + material + expenses + profit = price. Again, I'm not a craftsman. It's not in my nature, and it's not what I know. If I'm only selling locally, then I've reduced my possible customer base to a couple hundred thousand people. If that's your target customer, then yeah, you have to sell elegant, high dollar, premium products. But if I can sell to anyone in the world, then it's all about getting my product in front of those potential customers. It helps if I have a product that fills a need, but doesn't currently have a market. You don't need to be creative in the traditional sense, you need to have the mind of a problem solver. This is all probably great advice for a craftsman like him. I couldn't think of a better way. Unfortunately, I'm a machinist. Machinists haven't really been craftsmen since the 70s.
@ga5743
2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like great tips for someone wanting a business, personally I watched the whole video just to look at my favorite tool wall on the web. 😀 Love love love it .
@su-mu
6 ай бұрын
18:30
@keeganturner8807
2 жыл бұрын
How much do you all charge for slab flattening?
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Email admin@metalandwood.us
@darrellstiennen6913
Жыл бұрын
Why 2 watches?
@thentherewassway2324
2 жыл бұрын
What are some beginner projects a newbie can cut his teeth on to get better?
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Cutting boards are great, end grain if you have the tooling. Coffee tables and cabinets are also solid starter projects
@thentherewassway2324
2 жыл бұрын
@@John_Malecki Thanks Man I appreciate the knowledge!!
@DannySteeleMusicOff
2 жыл бұрын
Hello John my name is Danny I am the owner of Crush Surfboards I make Wooden Surfboards I have only been doing it for about a year but don't want to seem to pushy, I make wooden surfboards from scratch but got balance boards and shirts and hoodies as well as bread money but I love making wooden boards how would you recommend how to grow my business so I can be better I've just built my workshop so I've got space and time is after my 8 to 5 job I work for myself about 6pm till 9 or 10pm I'm new to this and would love some help if possible thanks 🐢🤙🤙
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Danny, unfortunately merch in my experience and in my eyes is just marketing dollars, doesn't really make much dough. I would focus on making the best boards you can and then get them in the hands of people who surf. Make content around building wooden boards ( its interesting and not a lot of people do it). I checked out your IG and theres some solid stuff, but you could definitely focus a lot more on growing your following for those who are interested in see the process.
@DannySteeleMusicOff
2 жыл бұрын
@@John_Malecki you have to spend money to make money as the saying goes
@orientalwoodworks
Жыл бұрын
👍👍👍👍👍
@Brads-Woodshed
2 жыл бұрын
Nice tips! What would be your advice for someone like me? I don’t make a huge amount of money at my day job, live in an area that is let’s just say “low income”, and no hardwood dealer even remotely close to where I live. Yes I know, I could move but that’s not really an option. I’ve started a small KZitem channel that is budget oriented and maybe one day I can make a little money that way. I could never sell a $10,000 item in my area so I’m sort of forced to sell the smalls. I don’t want sound like a troll, genuinely asking what your advice would be?
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Brad, are you doing anything to gain exposure outside of the area you live in? Is there other parts of the part of the city you're in that you could get your name out there to? Are you working on growing that youtube channel for the sake of growing clients or to become an influencer?
@Brads-Woodshed
2 жыл бұрын
@@John_Malecki not really outside my area, seeing as how this started as a hobby but I’ve tried to make it more of a side hustle, I have a hard time thinking of ways to do that, that are 1) in my budget (honestly living paycheck to paycheck) and 2) if what I thought was worth the time and funds. Thank you for responding. Not looking to be huge on KZitem or so overwhelmed that it takes over my full time job but just trying to supplement what I do have a bit more!
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
First, i would focus on building what you love. Find something that gets you excited to build, then focus on growing a business. If you're not excited to build, you're not going to have any success. Then consider growing your social media presence because that is free. Start engaging and building community. As a side hustle, i would start by focusing on friends and family who can pay to give you experience. They buy materials, you build them something etc. Build up a portfolio and experience from there then start thinking about growing the business
@hamiltonleesupply
2 жыл бұрын
This is Absolutely Excellent! We’ve been discussing most of these items as a team for the last year or so. Would it be to much to reach out and discuss some detailed business strategy and advice? Brad Williams Hamilton Lee Supply
@GibClark
2 жыл бұрын
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@easytiger35
Жыл бұрын
WHAT ABOUT MAKING SOMETHING BESIDES DAMN TABLES BASCIALLY? Every big KZitem woodworking people literally make damn high end wood slab and epoxy tables. Y'all buff and pour on something that is already a good table just by itself lol.
@ascent_engine
Жыл бұрын
y'all realize the entire purpose of this video is a slick sales pitch for the course, disguised as helpful free tips, right?
@gabelangley3385
2 жыл бұрын
no offence I am proud for your successful business but if you're selling tables to someone for $10,000 you got to be selling them to rich people not everyone can afford this kind of money especially in these hard economic times what abought a million other middle class to low- income people that needs something on a less budget that doesn't require them to go to Walmart or someplace like that to buy garbage made overseas is there a living to be made in woodworking there?
@bloognoo
2 жыл бұрын
It's kinda sad, I could spot this was going to be selling something the moment I saw it was cycling through front, zoom / side, clip camera shots. It's horrible and breaks my concentration when I actually want to learn from someone talking. Granted I tend to lip read and it's really hard with this style of filming. Grumble aside, I love your channel. Thank you.
@John_Malecki
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Harry, i feel like it gets a little boring to have someone just on screen talking with nothing else happening, but i totally get your point. You can turn on CC's and it'll help if you're struggling to understand my mumbling hahah
@durhamholtmeier8330
Жыл бұрын
Those that tell you to " grow your business" without clarity in the parameters are no different than the same snake oil sakes people who told everyone to " grow their business" in 2006-7 all those experts are no longer in business just using woodworking as an example literally almost no posts from those " expersts" on any forums during that time period (2007-15 16 etc) ...so what happened to all those experts...in the grand pattern all sorts of grow your woodworking business without quantifying or specificity yet speaking as experts.
@sjguimaraes8758
Жыл бұрын
Anyone thinking about quitting after watching this or just me? 😅
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