The Handcrafted Podcast: The Business of making things
Paul Mencel
32 episodes
2 days ago
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...
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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...
Craft at Every Touchpoint: Building a Luxury Experience from Quote to Delivery
The Handcrafted Podcast: The Business of making things
21 minutes
3 months ago
Craft at Every Touchpoint: Building a Luxury Experience from Quote to Delivery
In this episode of The Handcrafted Podcast, Paul breaks down what it truly means to deliver craft beyond just the final product. Using real examples from Philadelphia Table Company, he walks through their entire client experience—from initial inquiry to white glove delivery—and emphasizes how every touchpoint can and should reflect the same level of intentionality and excellence as the finished piece. Paul shares specific strategies for elevating communication, quoting, sample delivery, brand...
The Handcrafted Podcast: The Business of making things
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...
