Handmade Business Secrets Podcast

Hosted by Zach Vaught

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523

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Oct 2026

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Hi, my name is Zach! I help woodworkers start their business in their garages and then scale them to multiple six-figures without working 80 hour weeks and losing their sanity in the process! Tune in here to learn the business side of woodworking!

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October 15, 20269 min

#506 - No Product Portfolio? How To Launch As A Custom Furniture Maker

Don't have a product portfolio yet? No problem! In this episode, we'll break down how to launch your custom furniture business without a catalog of finished pieces. Learn how to showcase your skills, build client trust, and land your first projects while developing a portfolio that grows with your business. 📘 Download Zach's FREE eBook "Handmade Business Secrets" - your step-by-step guide to growing a profitable woodworking business: https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook 🚀 Ready to launch your custom furniture business? Join Custom Furniture Launch: https://www.zachvaught.com/apply-cfl 💻 Control your business, your leads, and save your time and money with Chaseless: https://chaseless.io/ww SUBSCRIBE for weekly tips on building a profitable woodworking business!

October 12, 202611 min

#505 - Overcoming Objections When Selling Custom Furniture

Selling custom furniture isn't always as simple as showing someone what you built. Customers will have questions, concerns, and objections before they're ready to buy. In this episode, I'm breaking down how to handle the most common objections, build confidence with potential customers, and turn more conversations into sales. 📘 Download Zach's FREE eBook "Handmade Business Secrets" - your step-by-step guide to growing a profitable woodworking business: https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook 🚀 Ready to launch your custom furniture business? Join Custom Furniture Launch: https://www.zachvaught.com/apply-cfl 💻 Control your business, your leads, and save your time and money with Chaseless: https://chaseless.io/ww SUBSCRIBE for weekly tips on building a profitable woodworking business!

October 8, 202610 min

#504 - What's The Best WOOD For Building Custom Tables?

Choosing the right wood can make a huge difference when building a custom table. In this episode, I'm breaking down the best types of wood for custom tables, the pros and cons of each, and what I would recommend depending on the look, durability, and budget you're working with. 📘 Download Zach's FREE eBook "Handmade Business Secrets" - your step-by-step guide to growing a profitable woodworking business: https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook 🚀 Ready to launch your custom furniture business? Join Custom Furniture Launch: https://www.zachvaught.com/apply-cfl 💻 Control your business, your leads, and save your time and money with Chaseless: https://chaseless.io/ww SUBSCRIBE for weekly tips on building a profitable woodworking business!

October 5, 20269 min

#503 - The Path To Your First $100K As A Woodworker

Reaching your first $100,000 as a woodworker can seem like a massive goal, but it doesn't happen all at once. In this episode, I'm breaking down the path to your first $100K, the steps you need to take along the way, and how to turn your woodworking skills into a business that can actually grow. 📘 Download Zach's FREE eBook "Handmade Business Secrets" - your step-by-step guide to growing a profitable woodworking business: https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook 🚀 Ready to launch your custom furniture business? Join Custom Furniture Launch: https://www.zachvaught.com/apply-cfl 💻 Control your business, your leads, and save your time and money with Chaseless: https://chaseless.io/ww SUBSCRIBE for weekly tips on building a profitable woodworking business!

October 1, 202611 min

#502 - The ONE Mindset That Makes A Woodworker Successful

What separates successful woodworkers from those who never turn their skills into a thriving business? It often comes down to one mindset. In this video, I'm breaking down the single shift in thinking that can change how you approach your woodworking business, help you overcome challenges, and set you up for long-term success. 📘 Download Zach's FREE eBook "Handmade Business Secrets" - your step-by-step guide to growing a profitable woodworking business: https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook 🚀 Ready to launch your custom furniture business? Join Custom Furniture Launch: https://www.zachvaught.com/apply-cfl 💻 Control your business, your leads, and save your time and money with Chaseless: https://chaseless.io/ww SUBSCRIBE for weekly tips on building a profitable woodworking business!

September 28, 202610 min

#501 - How To Make Your First $1,000 As A Woodworker From Strangers

Making your first $1,000 selling your woodworking projects to strangers is a huge milestone, but getting there can feel overwhelming. In this episode, I'm breaking down how to land your first customers, sell your work, and turn your woodworking skills into real money—even if you're starting from scratch. 📘 Download Zach's FREE eBook "Handmade Business Secrets" - your step-by-step guide to growing a profitable woodworking business: https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook 🚀 Ready to launch your custom furniture business? Join Custom Furniture Launch: https://www.zachvaught.com/apply-cfl 💻 Control your business, your leads, and save your time and money with Chaseless: https://chaseless.io/ww SUBSCRIBE for weekly tips on building a profitable woodworking business!

September 24, 202611 min

#500 - Lessons From 500 Podcast Episodes Over 5 Years

What can you learn from recording 500 podcast episodes over five years? A LOT. In this video, I'm sharing some of the biggest lessons I've learned along the way—from growing an audience and staying consistent to building a business and learning what really matters over the long term. 📘 Download Zach's FREE eBook "Handmade Business Secrets" - your step-by-step guide to growing a profitable woodworking business: https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook 🚀 Ready to launch your custom furniture business? Join Custom Furniture Launch: https://www.zachvaught.com/apply-cfl 💻 Control your business, your leads, and save your time and money with Chaseless: https://chaseless.io/ww SUBSCRIBE for weekly tips on building a profitable woodworking business!

September 21, 202611 min

#499 - 5 Things I Would NEVER Do If I Was Starting A Woodworking Business Today

If I had to start a woodworking business from scratch today, there are some things I would do completely differently. In this video, I'm sharing five things I would NEVER do, based on the lessons I've learned from building a woodworking business, so you can avoid wasting time, money, and energy on the wrong things. 📘 Download Zach's FREE eBook "Handmade Business Secrets" - your step-by-step guide to growing a profitable woodworking business: https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook 🚀 Ready to launch your custom furniture business? Join Custom Furniture Launch: https://www.zachvaught.com/apply-cfl 💻 Control your business, your leads, and save your time and money with Chaseless: https://chaseless.io/ww SUBSCRIBE for weekly tips on building a profitable woodworking business!

September 17, 20269 min

#498 - Fall Woodworking Projects That ACTUALLY Sell

Fall is one of the best times of year to sell woodworking projects, but not everything is worth your time to build. In this episode, I'm showing you fall woodworking projects that people actually want to buy, what makes them profitable, and which ones you can start building and selling right now. 📘 Download Zach's FREE eBook "Handmade Business Secrets" - your step-by-step guide to growing a profitable woodworking business: https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook 🚀 Ready to launch your custom furniture business? Join Custom Furniture Launch: https://www.zachvaught.com/apply-cfl 💻 Control your business, your leads, and save your time and money with Chaseless: https://chaseless.io/ww SUBSCRIBE for weekly tips on building a profitable woodworking business!

September 14, 202614 min

#497 - The 5 Mindsets That Will Ensure Your Woodworking Business Success

Building a successful woodworking business takes more than just knowing how to build great furniture. Your mindset can make or break your business. In this episode, I'm breaking down the five mindsets every woodworker needs to develop if they want to grow, make money, and build a business that lasts. 📘 Download Zach's FREE eBook "Handmade Business Secrets" - your step-by-step guide to growing a profitable woodworking business: https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook 🚀 Ready to launch your custom furniture business? Join Custom Furniture Launch: https://www.zachvaught.com/apply-cfl 💻 Control your business, your leads, and save your time and money with Chaseless: https://chaseless.io/ww SUBSCRIBE for weekly tips on building a profitable woodworking business!