Handmade & Beyond Podcast

Quick Question Friday: What's Better? Variations VS. More Etsy Listings

03 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for another quick question Friday episode to help you with your Etsy biz!  Today's question is whether it's best to use multiple listing va...

Math Can Help You Reach Your Handmade & Etsy Business Goals

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What's going on LL here and welcome back to the podcast.  Today I am talking about math lol.  But this is good math I promise.  Simple math when...

5 Ways To Prepare Your Etsy & Handmade Business For A Successful Holiday Season

24 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I can't believe I'm talking about the holidays again!  Last year was ummm special.  Many challenges with covid and logistics in general.  But it...

5 Ways To Expand Your Handmade Business Outside Of Etsy

17 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

While Etsy may be your main focus and moneymaker, there are always additional ways to expand your business.  You may want to give some of these a sho...

5 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Opening An Etsy Shop

10 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Maybe you've been on the fence about opening an Etsy shop for some time or are close to pulling the trigger.  I want to help you make sure you've tho...

The New Etsy Star Seller Badge Is Coming! Let's Talk About What You Need To Know

06 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Okay so everyone is freaking out it seems about the new Etsy Star Seller Badge.  Let's face it, people don't like change.  With change comes the unk...

Can You Leverage The Good Etsy Reviews You're Getting?

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Reviews are so important in today's computer age.  We check reviews for everything.   I often talk about bad reviews.  But what can you do with go...

Quick Question Friday: Where Do Etsy Customers Go To Leave A Review? + Review Tips

30 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You may get questions from customers wanting to know how to leave a review.  This can be tough to answer because we don't see this side of Etsy's pla...

5 Ways To Increase Revenue In Your Etsy Business

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Cha-ching!  I know you all like to see those sales come in.  But many of you are leaving some of that precious revenue on the table.  Let's talk ab...

New Etsy Shipping Process Changes Are Here

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is a pretty straightforward episode where I talk about a few of the latest changes Etsy is making to its shipping processes.  Nothing major, but...

HAB Freaky Friday Edition! The Weird, Funny, & Cool Side Of Etsy - Hello Mr. Dance Pants

16 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the Handmade & Beyond freaky Friday edition! I love to showcase the weird, funny, and cool side of Etsy in these episodes! Today I talk ab...

What Factors Did I Consider When I Decided It Was Time To Quit My Job & Do Etsy Full-Time

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Whew, that title was a mouth full lol. I don't often talk about how I quit my corporate job to do Etsy full-time 3 years ago.  Maybe I should talk ab...

Quick Question Friday: What's The One Change I've Made That Has Made The Biggest Impact On Etsy Sales

09 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Quick question Friday is back with a BANG!  Today's episode is a great one where I answer the question, what's the one change I've made that has had ...

5 Boring But Important Things You Need To Know When Selling On Etsy

06 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the most boring episode of the podcast you'll hear!  LOL Just kidding, don't let the title deceive you.  There's still a lot of really good ...

Quick Question Friday: Do Keywords In Your Listing Description Matter?

02 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I talk about keywords in your listing description and how that can impact your performance.     Are you still struggling to g...

What Do I Invest In To Grow My Etsy Business & How Much Do I Spend?

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about spending money… on your business. Many may not think spending money on your business is investing, but I disagree.  You have to be...

Quick Question Friday: Should Etsy Listing Photo Backgrounds Be The Same?

25 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This topic comes up a lot.  While there is never one way of always doing something, especially when it comes to pictures, there are always best prac...

I Interview Etsy Seller, The Blind Machinist & Race Car Driver, Dan Parker!

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I'm super pumped up about this episode!  I got to interview Dan who sells hand machined pens on Etsy and is a race car driver.  But most amazing he'...

Bad Etsy Advice That You Should Not Listen To

15 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I don't know everything about Etsy and probably never will, but I've been in the game long enough for alarm bells to go off when I hear really bad adv...

New European Union Customs Changes & How It Impacts Etsy Sellers

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hey everyone! In case you haven't seen there are big changes coming for those sellers that ship to the European Union.  Starting July 1st you will ...

7 Etsy Principles That Will Help Your Business

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hey everyone! In this newest podcast, I talk about 7 Etsy principles I've found to be true throughout my years selling on Etsy, coaching and helping o...

How To Achieve Your Etsy Goals!

02 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I have a bonus podcast episode for you today and it's all about Etsy goals!  I know many of you may have had bad experiences with not achieving goals...

Should You Use Social Media To Promote Your Etsy Shop

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What's up my fellow Etsy sellers!? Social media is of course everywhere in our personal lives.  But many Etsy sellers wonder if they should use it in...

Quick Question Friday: How Do You Get Seen On The First Few Pages Of Etsy Search?

28 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ahhh the question of all questions.  How to get seen on the first few pages of search?  If only this was a simple answer lol.  Understanding how se...

How The New IOS iPhone Software Update Could Impact Your Etsy Shop

25 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I feel like for the last several weeks everyone has been talking about the IOS iPhone privacy update.  Most businesses have been expressing concern b...

Quick Question Friday: Should You Sell Your Art On Etsy?

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Maybe you're wondering if you should sell your art on Etsy or replace art with anything you may want to sell. This is a valid question.  You may be s...

5 Tips To Help You Get More Repeat Etsy Customers

18 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Getting customers is great.  Getting repeat customers is amazing! Repeat customers are fans of your business and products.  If they come back and bu...

HAB Freaky Friday Edition! The Weird, Funny, & Cool Side Of Etsy - Hairy Borbie?? LOL

14 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Happy TGIF!  That means it's time for another HAB podcast freaky Friday style! Today I talk about a hairy Borbie gag gift, Justin Trudeau, & more... ...

5 Tips To Help You Build Value In Your Etsy Listings (More Value = More Sales)

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Building value in your Etsy listings can really go a long way to increasing your sales in the long run.  But it can be difficult to do online because...

Quick Question Friday: Are You Worried About Expensive Shipping Or Shipping In General? Let's Talk Through It...

07 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this quick question Friday episode I tackle a question from a soon-to-be Etsy seller that's concerned about expensive shipping costs.  We talk thr...

Finding Your "Why." Etsy Success Starts With Your Why...

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I think a BIG reason people fail at Etsy or any business is that they're missing their WHY.  This is what keeps you going and motivated when times ge...

HAB Freaky Friday Edition! The Weird, Funny, & Cool Side Of Etsy - The Useless Machine

30 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Happy TGIF!  That means it's time for another HAB podcast freaky Friday style! Today I talk about a useless machine lol and a crazy looking wine hold...

Should you increase your Etsy listing prices? Let's talk about the benefits

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Pricing your products on Etsy isn't always as easy as it may seem.  And more times than not I see sellers sell themselves short and price their stuff...

HAB Freaky Friday Edition! The Weird, Funny, & Cool Side Of Etsy - Dolls & Nicholas Cage

23 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I'm mixing it up with a freaky Friday edition of the Handmade & Beyond Podcast!  The freaky Friday edition is all about highlighting shops that sell ...

Do you have the sell on Etsy app? If not, you should!

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Phone apps are pretty amazing! It has never been easier to manage your business from your phone with the sell on Etsy app.  If you don't have the app...

What to sell on Etsy? A new tool to help you figure it out

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

 This is a common question that new and existing sellers ask themselves.   How do you increase your chances of success and decide what to sell?   I...

Etsy Policies Explained

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What's up, everyone?! Today's podcast is all about Etsy policies.  This isn't the most exciting top in the world, but it is very important.  Policie...

Pep Talk With LL - Tips To Stay Motivated & Positive

30 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone needs a pep talk every now and again to stay positive.  Let's face it, starting building and growing a business of any kind is hard.  It ta...

Oh No, Taxes! Tax Tips For Etsy Sellers

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tax time can be rough for small business owners.  We aren't tax professionals and dealing with the IRS can be intimidating.  Many times small busine...

5 Etsy Time Wasters

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I'm all about efficiency and saving time.  Time is the only thing we can't get more of!  This is why it's so important not to waste it, especially i...

5 Etsy Truths - Let's Fix Some Misconceptions

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the podcast.  Sometimes you hear things in relation to Etsy that may or may not be true.  Let's face it, misconceptions happen.  Th...

What Is Etsy Conversion & How Do I Improve It?

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ahh the elusive "good" conversion rate...  Are you not sure what the heck conversion is and what it means to you?  Well, it's a good thing I created...

Should You Sell Outside Of Etsy?

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I often get asked if you should sell outside of Etsy in other channels or brick and mortar.  My answer is.. depends.  There is definitely a benefit ...

Quick Question Friday: Should You Open More Than 1 Etsy Shop?

19 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Grab your coffee and buckle up for this short, but valuable quick question Friday! The question to open up a second Etsy shop is asked A LOT.  The op...

Etsy Shipping Tips & Best Practices

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Shipping can be an afterthought when starting or running an online business.  However, it's an area that really needs planning and consideration to s...

Quick Question Friday: Does The Titles Of Your Listings Help Increase Sales

12 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's another edition of quick question Friday!  The best part of your day, right?  In this episode, I tackle a question about how listing titles hel...

5 Etsy Anomalies That I've Seen Happen

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes weird things happen on Etsy that impact your business.  Often, they are out of your control and there seemingly may be no cause.  These h...

Quick Question Friday: Etsy Ads Advice, Tips & Overview

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's another quick question Friday! In this episode, I answer the question, "What advice do you have on Etsy ads?"  Ads are always tricky and Etsy ad...

The Best Way To Get More Etsy Reviews

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Reviews are super important, especially to new shop owners.  They help improve your shop and SEO performance.  So it goes without saying that more 5...

Quick Question Friday: How To Market To Etsy Customers - Marketing Tips, Do's, Don'ts, Email Marketing & Conversion Tips

29 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's TGIF, which means quick question Friday!  This week I answer a question about how to market to Etsy customers.  I talk about marketing tips, do...

5 Tips To Stay Organized In Your Etsy Business

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ahh the elusive organizational skills.  We all struggle with staying organized.  I can't help you with your garage, but I have learned a few tricks ...

Quick Question Friday: The Best Etsy SEO TOOLS & Keyword Tips To Help Your Shop

23 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

QQF is back!  I'm starting my own acronyms lol. Etsy keywords.. love them or hate them, they're here to stay.  So you might as well embrace them and...

What Makes An Etsy Listing Good?

19 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We all want more sales and ground zero of that is the Etsy listing itself.  Now the common question is what makes a listing successful?  What are th...

Quick Question Friday: How To Get More Customers To View Your Shop & New Seller Mindset Tips

15 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for another quick question Friday episode to help move your business forward!  In this episode, I give you some tips on how to improve your...

5 Ways To Fund Your Etsy Business

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's sometimes hard to start a new business if you're lacking the funds to buy supplies and equipment.  This is why in today's episode I wanted to gi...

Quick Question Friday: How To Handle Different Variations In Etsy Listings

08 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's another quick question Friday!  In this episode, I talk about Etsy listings that have different variations.  There are a few different ways to ...

Etsy Lessons Learned in 2020 & Outlook/Planning for 2021

05 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With the start of the new year, I only thought it relevant to talk about the past year's "lessons learned" with running a handmade business.  There w...

3 Ways To Get More Sales On Etsy

29 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for another totally rad podcast to help your Etsy business!   This time I'm talking about 3 ways to help you get more sales on Etsy.  I t...

Selling & Being Successful On Etsy Is Just Like Losing Weight

22 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Weird title, right?  I'm not going crazy I promise.  This episode does talk about how losing weight is just like selling on Etsy.  Most people that...

What's The Best Way To Start Off With A Good Foundation On Etsy?

11 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's another quick question Friday!  In this episode, I tackle how to start off your Etsy journey with a solid foundation.  This is important becaus...

5 Ways To Avoid Customer Complaints & Wow Them So They Keep Coming Back

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Customers are any business's lifeblood.  Without them, we can't succeed.  But too often business owners forget that.  This episode is all about cus...

Quick Question Friday: What's The Best Way To Use Social Media To Boost Sales On Etsy?

04 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I'm back with another quick question Friday!  In this episode I talk about social media and how to use it to boost sales on Etsy.  I also talk about...

My Top 5 Favorite Etsy Tools

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk about my 5 favorite tools I use to help my Etsy business.  I try to only use tools that help me be more efficient, save time,...

How To Grow Your Etsy Business With Email Marketing & Aweber

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I'm back with another amazing podcast episode for you!  This one is all about email marketing with my guest Jenna Bagley from Aweber.   We talk all...

Quick Question Friday: Quick Tips To Help You With Etsy Advertising

20 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's quick question Friday!  In this episode I talk about the two different ways to advertise on Etsy.  I also give you some tips to help you find ...

Pinterest Expert Meagan Williamson Talks About How To Use Pinterest To Grow Your Etsy Business & Gives Some Amazing Success Tips!

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is one of my favorite podcast episodes with a super cool Pinterest expert, Meagan Williamson.  She is the owner of www.pinpotential.com and ...

Quick Question Friday: Does Etsy Listing Descriptions Affect SEO & Performance?

13 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Don't miss out on another great quick question Friday!  In this episode, I tackle listing descriptions and their impact on sales performance.  I als...

5 Etsy Mistakes That Will Hinder Success

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a fantastic episode talking all about Etsy mistakes I've seen that really get in the way of success.  I talk about branding, mindset, investi...

Quick Question Friday: Should you use dashes, spaces or commas in your Etsy listing titles & additional set-up tips

06 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I'm back to answer another question from a real Etsy seller.  This question is all about listing titles, best practices, and tips to set them up!  ...

Is influencer marketing right for your Etsy business? Here's 5 tips to help.

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about influencer marketing.  I wanted to give you some tips to help you when considering or looking into influencer marketing. ...

Quick Question Friday: How To Get Etsy More Buyers To Leave Reviews & Other Review Tips

30 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I'm back to answer another question from a real Etsy sellers.  This question is all about getting more buyer reviews and additional Etsy review tips ...

Holiday Shipping Deadlines & Etsy Shipping Tips

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The holidays are approaching fast!  If you're not already prepared you better start asap.  In this episode, I talk about the USPS shipping deadlines...

Quick Question Friday: Is It Possible To Add Etsy Listings Quickly For The Holidays?

23 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is it possible to add Etsy listings quickly for the holidays or in general? I answer this question for a real Etsy seller. Learn valuable tips and str...

How to set and achieve your Etsy goals or any goal

20 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Many people talk about their goals. It's super easy to set a goal. But most people never achieve their goals. In this episode, I talk about why that i...

Want more Etsy Sales? Well, you need more traffic - Let's talk about how to get some!

13 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We all want more sales, right?  In order to get more sales you really need more traffic.  Without traffic, sales will never come.  In this episode,...

This Etsy Sellers Journey & How She's Now Killing It On Etsy!

06 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I've got an amazing episode for you today.  I talk to Handmade & Beyond Community member Marie, owner of Pretty Paws Apparel.  We talk about her inc...

Etsy Entrepreneur is now Handmade & Beyond!

29 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I'm super excited about the new name and brand all geared to take you well into the future with your handmade business.  I did not want to limit myse...

EE 32: Is Etsy Plus Worth It?

23 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I break down everything you need to know about Etsy Plus in this latest video.  Find about the benefits, fees and if Etsy Plus will be a good fit for...

EE 31: 5 Tips To Add Value To Your Etsy Listings That Will Help Increase Sales

15 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We all want more sales, right?  Today I have 5 tips for you that you can immediately implement in your shop to add value and help you get more sales....

EE 30: Etsy shipping and labels, how to sell more, processing times, selling sets, components of seo, Etsy costs

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I have another awesome Etsy Q & A to share with you today.  I pick out some of the best questions to share with you so you can learn and grow your Et...

How starting an Etsy business can open up many doors for you

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about the positive side-effects of starting an Etsy shop!  Starting an Etsy business can open up many doors for you and give yo...

EE 28: I help Bobbie work to get her first Etsy sale

18 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I interview Bobbie who is a member of the Etsy Entrepreneur community and owner of the Bodacious Bling Store on Etsy.  We talk about...

EE 27: Starting an Etsy Business, Beginner Mistakes, Logo/Banner, Policies, Photos, Descriptions & More

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I have another awesome Etsy Q & A to share with you today.  I pick out some of the best questions to share with you so you can learn and grow your Et...

EE 26: Managing Etsy & a Work-Life Balance

04 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about managing your Etsy business, working to grow that business, but also being able to find a work-life balance.  This is not always ea...

EE 25: Learn about Etsy fees and How to Price Your Products

28 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this video you'll learn how to price your products to make the most profit and leave room on the table for marketing strategies. You'll also learn ...

EE 24: Etsy Q & A - Etsy Ads, Multiple Shops, Variations, Print On Demand, Coupons & More!

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I have another awesome Etsy Q & A to share with you! These are some of the BEST questions I received on one of my recent live group coaching calls. He...

Bonus: The New Etsy Listing Video Feature - Showcase your Etsy listings with video!

03 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is an awesome new feature that you can use to make your listings pop. This is a great way to showcase features and demonstrable products to attra...

EE 23: How to Rank better in Etsy and help your shop & SEO performance

01 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ever want to learn what factors impact your Etsy "rank" which in return impacts your SEO and shop performance?  Look no further. I go over the main f...

EE 22: Etsy SEO Tips For Beginners

28 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I focus on the top SEO tips to help your Etsy shop get sales much quicker.  I go over why setting up your shop sections is important,...

EE 21: A Game-Changing Etsy Product Research Tool - Research demand, keywords & improve your own listings!

23 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Researching new product demand, keywords, and improving your own listings has never been easier. Get Alura here: https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY Alur...

EE 20: How I Run My Etsy Business: A behind the scenes look at my typical day

10 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I'm pulling back the curtain for you guys in this episode.  I talk about my typical day running my Etsy business.   I also throw in some tips along...

EE 19: Etsy Q & A Help Including Tips on Listing Photos, Etsy Shop Names, & Listing SEO Tips/Best Practices

27 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hey everyone!  Welcome back.  I have another great podcast for you.  This episode is from a recent Q & A I did with other Etsy sellers.  I gave th...

EE 18: I Sold My Car - Making Investments & Sacrifices To Grow Your Business

13 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I haven't gone crazy.  In this episode I do talk about selling my car, but as a way to invest in my business.  I talk about why it's important to ma...

EE: 17 Etsy Q & A: Shop logo, Marketing, Website Options, Competition, & Conversion

29 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I have another great episode for you! This episode is all about answering real questions from Etsy sellers.   I talk about shop logo tips, marketing...

EE 16: What's selling on Etsy right now

15 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a super helpful episode.  I talk about why you should still be selling and why e-commerce will be exploding. Most important I talk about what...

Bonus: The Stimulus Package and Etsy Sellers

05 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There is a lot of talk about the recent stimulus package that was rolled out.  While I'm not an expert on this topic, I've spent a lot of time listen...

Bonus: I got a 1 star review!

03 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The dreaded 1-star review!   I talk about how I handled this review and what I did to get it changed to a 5-star review in minutes!  While I was ups...

Bonus: What you should be doing now in your Etsy shop

02 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Times a tough, and scary.  Now is the time to put that nervous energy into action and put the pedal to the metal.  In this episode I talk about why ...

EE 15: My Interview with the Diversified Income Podcast

25 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a special episode where I'm interviewed by Keith from the Diversified Income Podcast.  I talk about my Etsy journey from beginning to now.  ...

Coronavirus Update: My Thoughts & Advice During This Stressful Time

14 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The coronavirus is stressful and scary.  It's important to remember that we're all in this together and we can get through it together as well.  Don...