What if your biggest mistakes are actually your best teachers? Odin and Magnus explore how failure—both at the workbench and in business—often leads to the most valuable lessons.
In this episode, we dive into the value of failure in craft and business. From Michael's recent attempt to make a belt to lessons learned through trial and error, we explore how mistakes can lead to growth, creativity, and better results.
Topics discussed:
• The value of failure in craft and business
• Michael's recent belt-making attempt and lessons learned
• How mistakes lead to growth and creativity
• Learning from trial and error at the workbench
• Applying lessons from failure to business decisions
• Why failure matters more than we think
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Beyond the Workbench casually dives into the world of leathercraft, entrepreneurship, and modern maker life.
Hosted by Odin Clack (full-time leatherworker and retail owner) and Michael Magnus (leather historian and marketing expert), we explore everything from personal project updates to marketing strategies, retail challenges, and the business side of making. Whether you're running a maker business or just love hearing how small businesses adapt and grow---this is your spot.
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