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0:00 Woodworking Projects that Sell
0:20 Tools to Start Woodworking
2:01 Have a Plan for Your Business
2:49 Setting Business Goals
4:36 What Do You Build to Sell?
6:00 Be Patient with Your business
6:52 Don’t Buy Expensive Tools
8:00 Don’t Trust the Customer
9:20 Be Risky Cautious
10:36 Do you Need an LLC?
12:46 Where Do You Sell Woodworking Projects
15:00 Find the First Customer
16:06 Selling Woodworking Projects Online
16:45 How to Jumpstart an Etsy Store
18:00 Myths about Having a Business Website
18:38 Get Help Growing a Woodworking Business
20:10 Chase Your Dreams!
20:45 Hard Work Pays Off
I dont have time to take it slow and easy though. 6 months ago I bought a sawmill, tools and a load of logs on credit and dove in head first, full time. I saw my own logs and have a wood shop now. My main job of 11 years – YT videos, stopped paying. I have no idea why. So I am a full time sawyer and wood worker now. Would appreciate your prayers.
I know I’ve seen these on another video, but what are the books you recommend of course besides the Word ?
Maybe somebody could help me figure out what some good tools would be to get started. I’m wanting to start off building mainly cutting boards and coasters to test the waters. I also have ZERO experience in woodworking but I was always interested in carpentry. I want to invest maybe $2k to get myself started. I would greatly appreciate any input some of you may have 🙏🏻
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This is a gold 😮. Thank you a million. I love your contents a lot but this is push a needed
I’ve been at it for 6 months and ive only sold 2 items . A nfl fence plaque for $20 and a garden bench for $40 , both took me around 3 days each to make.
Facebook marketplace is where i sold them.
Everything on there sells so cheap i don’t know what to do. Ive made Halloween decor , fall decor & Christmas trees, bunch of clicks but no sales. Any advice on what to make or where to sell instead ? By the way, my work is not perfect but definitely sellable.
Thanks Matt for the info and encouragement. My spouse keeps telling me how woodworking won’t work and your info gives me inspiration and confidence. Thanks!
HI I live in SA, and unemployed, i do wood working , fire wood ,eggs ,well i use what ican to survive, i love wood working , but tools i struggle with , and money to buy wood, thus i use pallets as i find it and ask around for pieces of wood by people, its hard in our Country but God Provides and we survive I cannot afford 59 dollars to join thus i follow on you tube watch learn and carry on , keep up the good work and Thank You for a great learning experience , One day if God Willing i will get to join, but till then i watch learn and try my best, i do what i can with what i got , be safe
You need to see an eye doctor.
this is a brilliant video, thank you so much!
I’m a single mother of ten and I was working as a medical assistant since 2016 right after I graduated tried my hand at RN school and that was a bust. I have 10 kids and 7 at home got let go when COVID hit and been home ever since. I’ve always wanted to work with wood and create things but was intimidated by the thought of having a miter saw or any other saw. Well I just got my first kobalt dual bevel compound sliding saw and she is beautiful 😍 I’m gonna have so much fun making things and your videos helped me build the confidence to “ JUST START” I’ve watched so many of your videos and thought to myself I can do that… I’m excited to make some stuff and learn as I go thank you for the great years of info on YouTube keep the videos coming I’m gonna need them 😁
maybe cause im new but you have a wood working business I thought this was a product review channel
And now you make YT Videos because this makes more Money 😂
Thank you for this brother, been framing and doing renovations for over 5 years now and I find that building little things where my creativity can shine brings me more happiness and I’ve been scared to just make it happen but I’m gonna do it and I’ll be back in a year to see where I am
That cover picture is not how you start. That garage looks nothing like mine.😂
What kind of wood did you use for the first set?
Hi Matt. Interesting video but I have a question. When you built something like the first table and chairs, how would you ship something like that? Maybe they were local pickups but I’m always thinking, how could that be profitable if you had to ship it across the country. Thoughts?
Thanks,
Matt
Lopatcong, NJ
God Bless sir
God bless this man, his family, and their ministry, 731Woodworks, and his YT community too, including: @MickFrosty and @TheDoItYourselfWorld.
Dude I have tools I have 2 shops. My goals … same as yours for the most part but, I need more purpose.. love woodworking. A welder by trade. You have plenty of useful stuff on your channel
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Where do I sell it?
With Temu and similar competitors the likelyhood of being successful is about 5%. The YT vids are so misleading, including this one.
Great content
Good encouragement. I started for myself and its taking time to get established. Hard to remain patient but the work is there so thats a good start. Just gonna keep hustling and make it happen…. eventually.
gonna find me some 2x4s
word of mouth has always been the best advertisement you can get.
Yeah…but why the face?
Thank you for making this video.
I can do this.
Matt, I sent the verification email.
I’m on the right track now. With your course, I can turn this into a business. You’ve done things that I need to learn about, marketing, shipping, Etsy, and more.
Listening to you is encouraging.
Thank you!
San Antonio, TX
Really needed to see this video, I keep struggling to start my business
What is it with women and pillows? 🤷
Probably make way more money making and selling pillows with goofy Facebook quotes on them than doing woodworking
I’ve started again I bought a bunch of harbor freight tools with my landlords Christmas bonus of Dec rent free
Great video for people that are just starting up on any small business. You hit the nail on the head with this video
You might be able to go to your local library and take out some tools.
Great Video Matt! I learned a lot from this video. Thanks & God Bless .
Thank you Matt for more great information. Definitely going to plug into this stuff.
thank you for this video, it has encouraged me. I started out in glass art but I’ve moved to wood working in the past couple months all I had was a drill, and circular saw 2 months ago I bought a sander , a friend gave me a brad nailer and another gave me a planer. I prayed hard one night in tears because something was wasn’t working out. I feel like friends giving me tools was my sign to keep going . I’m getting better with wood products I’ve sold a few items but your video has encouraged me and helps so much to have a plan made me think about things I hadn’t thought about. So Thanks
i made my own salon table at age 16
The message on your shirt 😍 the video is informative too 😊
You are an inspiration my man. I strive to be like you not only just to woodwork like you but to be the kind of person you are.
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Thank you! This was the video I needed! I’ve worked a dead end office job for 15 years and always wanted to work with my hands for a living, but was always afraid to take a risk leaving my comfort zone. 6 months ago my father, a master carpenter and cabinetmaker of 50 years passed away. I never had any formal training, but I was lucky enough to shadow him in his shop growing up (although he absolutely NEVER let me touch his tools lol). Last week I was laid off. Now, at 38 years old, I decided now is the time to finally pursue what I’ve always wanted. Luckily I received a decent severance package, and still have part time bartending job that’ll provide a safety net and buy more tools. Super excited to start my new journey. Love your channel. God Bless!
I love your shirt !! God bless you and your family in Jesus name !!!
Thanks for all the great tips and helpful videos! I hope to start a woodworking side hustle in 2025 and shine for Him while making good products and having fun.
I’m thinking of starting up a DIY woodworking shop (for hobbyists and DIYer’s) and charging monthly memberships since I have a huge shop on my acreage (which is very close to town), and lots of tools.
He "saw" the wooden chairs. 😀 (I amuse myself)
With the issue for the banks that backed Etsy as well as tiktok losing traction for its creators, have you seen an uptick or downtick on your etsy? Im curious just how viable it still is today.