IF I PLANNED TO START A CANDLE BUSINESS IN FROM SCRATCH… This Is How I Would Do It

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  • Опубликовано: 15 июл 2024
  • My Candle Business Plan (from scratch) for 2023
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  • @BlackTieBarn
    @BlackTieBarn  Год назад +37

    Thanks for watching. Let me know if you are are a hobbyist, in the business planning stage, or already in business! The first 1,000 people to use the link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: skl.sh/blacktiebarn12222

    • @setanintention3234
      @setanintention3234 Год назад

      I'm in the 6th month of learning and perfecting recipes. Getting to the label stage and that is proving to be hard too. ;~P I still really haven't completely solidified a recipe. I am very close but should I be closer? I have been testing 5 waxes and SO many wicks, and colors.

    • @baileysmith4766
      @baileysmith4766 Год назад

      Ps my iPad is under my sons name I’m Tina happy new year from Australia 🇦🇺

    • @baileysmith4766
      @baileysmith4766 Год назад

      Thank u for ur videos worth the watching u help so many people

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад

      @@baileysmith4766 Thanks Tina. happy new year to you as well!

    • @shorty5636
      @shorty5636 Год назад

      Great I'm new to learning want to grow I just got to learn from logo to wax an wick.

  • @NaturalMackie
    @NaturalMackie Год назад +42

    I love the end. “The best time to start a business was yesterday. The next best time is now.” Thank you for sharing. Wishing you, all the Makers, and everyone else a prosperous 2023. 🎉🥂🥳

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад +2

      Thanks so much! Glad you liked it. :)

  • @jobo8819
    @jobo8819 Год назад +70

    In the planning stage for my soap/body products/candles and really doing my homework finalising collections/look/branding etc. Looking to launch around March 2023. I have a background in Sales so already in talks with few stores for wholesale and have a plan for direct retail sales. Been working on all this for about a year as my plan is to do this fulltime. So over working for Corporate companies.

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад +8

      Awesome. A background in sales will probably help you more then anything else. :)

    • @beverleyvink
      @beverleyvink Год назад +13

      Wanted to start same businnes of soap/body products and candles since 2014 when i first lost a job after working in a corporate for 5 years. Realizing how replaceable you are. I started at home. Small but soon fear took over and i went back to work. Again here i am at the same door 7 years later in another corporate giving me the boot. Now. Again too scared of failure to do this. And i was good at it. I pray that 2023 will give me the courage to let me go for it.!
      Here is to you for just going for it 🎊 👏

    • @CreateURWayOut
      @CreateURWayOut 9 месяцев назад +2

      Best of Luck 😊

    • @nevacramblit719
      @nevacramblit719 8 месяцев назад +1

      How are you doing?

    • @connerc5089
      @connerc5089 6 месяцев назад

      How’s it going? I’m in the planning stage and hoping to open the business in 4 months

  • @Bloody_alchemy
    @Bloody_alchemy Год назад +4

    Any UK candle makers here. This guy has a wealth of knowledge. Thanks for your teachings

  • @AlaynaRayne
    @AlaynaRayne Год назад +32

    I’m in the planning stages of a candle/ body care company and am currently trying to also soak up all the information and tips i possibly can. I’ve particularly been latched on to your videos because, while charming, you are very direct and very REAL about expectations and where to set them.
    RUclips is such a wealth of free information of how to get things started and i’m honestly so grateful about it. You’ve mentioned that this is absolutely not your biggest source of income and i have to thank you profusely for continuing on doing it anyways. I pray for your continued success and i hope for mine as well!

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад +3

      Thanks so much Chelsea! I appreciate the feed back and you being here.

  • @niyyahhandcrafted
    @niyyahhandcrafted Год назад +30

    1000 % the fear of failure holds us back. I'm a late bloomer to business but I'm so glad that I am, because I have more security in myself. I think this is such sound advice for us newer to business. I've made candles for decades but just started selling in the past couple years, and I never studied anything about business or how to manage MYSELF... I'm a difficult employee lol. Keep up the good work with these videos, you are appreciated!

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад +2

      Haha... love the honesy! Thanks so much for watching!

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад

      Haha... love the honesy! Thanks so much for watching!

  • @DarkusZarvix
    @DarkusZarvix Год назад +6

    So many of these points I've experienced first hand. I started as a side hustle hobby a year before the pandemic. Started with soap and moved into candles and now I'm expanding into other bath and body products. I still make more candles to order at this point but, I'm gearing up to be able to have stock on hand already made after figuring out what my popular sellers are.
    The most important point in this video is "don't grow too big, too fast". I picked 2 fragrances per scent category, picked ones I personally like in each and picked 2 jar sizes. I still run those 2 jar sizes but have expanded what I put in them. Solid color candles, layer color candles, themed candles, etc... I've even had success with unique candles in things other than jars (but still safe for candles) that involve a bit more work. It pays off though... being unique definitely makes sales. Best selling candle lately has been my coffee mug candle with molded wax coffee beans covering the top. I place all those coffee beans by hand and while it does take time, it's been the thing people point out attracted them to the candle in the first place. These little unique things, even if time consuming, can make sales. As long as you're paying yourself for the extra time investment with your price!
    Second personal point... while it is a side hustle just for money... customers will know if you have a passion for it. They instinctively know if you genuinely love making what you do. If you are only in it for money, it will show in the little things.
    Lastly, starting on Etsy is okay... I did. I am only just now, nearly 4 years later, moving to Shopify as my main platform. I plan to keep Etsy open with different prices purely to keep up with their fees compared to Shopify. Shopify is still a time-intensive process to set everything up, especially if you're particular on aesthetics like me. Haha!
    Whatever you choose, just know what you are capable of and know where you succeed and where you struggle. Knowing your weaknesses is just as important as your strengths. There's always someone with the opposite that can help you be balanced.

  • @joakimsaxin6135
    @joakimsaxin6135 Год назад +5

    I am a beekeeper and wax smelter looking into candle making as a side income and I have to say this is one of the most helpful and sensible videos i have ever listened to.

  • @tanweerahmed55
    @tanweerahmed55 9 месяцев назад

    Great content thanks

  • @anicoleratliff2681
    @anicoleratliff2681 Год назад +4

    I was really hoping you would touch on the importance of insurance, the type of insurance to look for, how to find it, and key points to look for when you're researching. That seems to be a topic that's not touched on by candle makers, yet it's so very important. Everything else in your presentation was fabulous. Thank you.😊

  • @tbnewhomes
    @tbnewhomes 6 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much!! Finally real advice and breakdown.

  • @RahafKhafaji
    @RahafKhafaji 11 месяцев назад

    You really inspire me. Thanks, Wade. I really appreciate the effort you made to bring us this meaningful video.

  • @cacevedo07
    @cacevedo07 Год назад

    This is very helpful. Many thanks for sharing this information with us. You have another subscriber here.

  • @pamelawalker8815
    @pamelawalker8815 Год назад +4

    Im in the process of getting my soap/ candles business off the ground in June. I asked around town to a few stores and i already have my business registered its just about starting. I seriously hate working a 9-5 job!

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад

      Yes it can be a grind sometimes for sure.

  • @byahenichong
    @byahenichong 5 месяцев назад

    Very informative video ❤❤

  • @recalmholistic7053
    @recalmholistic7053 Год назад +1

    Thanks so much so appreciated to share all your knowledge

  • @aliciaaltom6652
    @aliciaaltom6652 Год назад +5

    Ive been bouncing around this idea for a while now. Im still studying videos like these. Im so scared to make the jump. Im dealing with a work related injury on my back and hip and its just sinking in even harder how Im so burnt out and tired of working for big companies. Ive always loved the idea of being my own boss! This video came at the right time. Thanks for all your tips.

  • @bosshabz4090
    @bosshabz4090 7 месяцев назад

    Just saw this video, will be starting a new candle business soon and your channel and videos are very helpful. Thanks

  • @jukes243
    @jukes243 Год назад +1

    This is great. Thanks!

  • @kimmiller-smith5199
    @kimmiller-smith5199 Год назад +1

    Great video and I love, love, love the Norden wick centerers and holders.

  • @morgm87
    @morgm87 Год назад +2

    Great Honest Video! thank you

  • @OliviaDaughter
    @OliviaDaughter 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much

  • @ThomasHastings-sg8du
    @ThomasHastings-sg8du Год назад +6

    We are in the R&D phase of starting a side hustle with plans to scale. We would like to thank you wade for all the incredibly informative content you create. We recently ordered a candle from you. All we can say is WOW. You set the bar for the quality candle we want to produce. The hot throw was amazing. The wicking was incredibly accurate. Melt pool was on point. It was easily the best candle I have ever seen. And the performance was second to none.

  • @jamiebrown-nugent9120
    @jamiebrown-nugent9120 Год назад +1

    As usual, I'm grateful for your content! Thank you!

  • @ChardeYogaHealthWellness
    @ChardeYogaHealthWellness 11 месяцев назад

    Wow, excellent content and clear information-- thank you so much!

  • @tatak743
    @tatak743 Год назад +1

    Great video! Thank you 💕

  • @ComfortsbyKate
    @ComfortsbyKate Год назад +1

    This is a wonderful video! Thank you for all of your insight! 😄

  • @mussayevanazira
    @mussayevanazira Год назад +2

    Thanks for your video it helped a lot to have a full picture

  • @user-so8pi6wl4z
    @user-so8pi6wl4z 9 месяцев назад +1

    OMG, you talk so fast!! but your enthusiasm, knowledge & honesty about your own experiences are mesmerising & really inspiring. I'm retired, but still want to work & and I am excited about also expressing myself creatively. I love candles & burning essential oil's. I am at the planning stage of candle making & feel really excited about the whole process. Thanks for the great advice.

  • @vincentlandcandleco
    @vincentlandcandleco Год назад +2

    SOLID SOLID video 🎉 loved this

  • @wtsharpe
    @wtsharpe Год назад +1

    Awesome and inspirational video! Thank you for this. Happy New Year!

  • @Nysurj
    @Nysurj 9 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much. I am just about to start my candle business (waiting for my materials) and all the guidelines you have mentioned here is going to help me alot actually it already has. This is the second video i ve watched from your channel and it motivates me , teaches me abundantly and helping me planned out what i need to do as an amateur candle maker. Love how organised you were while making a candle and cleaning consistently to keep away the mess... Love it love it... I will need to watch your other videos... Thank you again. Keep up the good work and help us more...

  • @lisaguzzardi
    @lisaguzzardi Год назад +6

    I have a job that supports my wax, fragrance oil and jar addiction. Scaling up will never be an option for me because I'm basically a mad scientist... but your videos are helpful and chock full of useful content and if anyone wants to go in that direction you are a wealth of knowledge. Thanks for all you do!

  • @myrawiechart9543
    @myrawiechart9543 Год назад +1

    Thank you for taking the time to do these videos! You are so good at getting the information across! So much information to learn about candle making! Keep up the good work! I have been binge watching your videos and am now addicted...lol.

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад

      Haha! Well thanks Myra. I appreciate that

  • @sngs9565
    @sngs9565 Год назад +1

    Thank you very much for this info, Wade! Really, really helpful!!! Thank you.

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад

      You're welcome. Thanks for watching!

  • @reneeoverton2677
    @reneeoverton2677 11 месяцев назад

    Thank You Wade Gretzky Have the Best Video Iam Beginning For Candle Business

  • @elianamckee
    @elianamckee Год назад

    Love what you do!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @theglamourplanner
    @theglamourplanner Год назад +1

    This is definitely my favorite video to date ❤❤❤ thank you so much 😊 such a fantastic job

  • @kattaylor9294
    @kattaylor9294 Год назад +2

    Thanks for the great advice. You're very real and I appreciate that so much!

  • @mandyloveworldpeace4960
    @mandyloveworldpeace4960 6 месяцев назад

    Great video. Started the video with a pen and pad but took your advice. Watched it first and ill take note later.
    Also want to say thank you as i learned a lot about patience with the amount of ads 😂

  • @pamelawalker8815
    @pamelawalker8815 Год назад +1

    Thank you so much!!

  • @tkward5195
    @tkward5195 11 месяцев назад +1

    This was AMAZING! For any business. Thank you!

  • @thaliaoneal3847
    @thaliaoneal3847 Год назад +1

    I been doing candle kit and practicing to start a candle business soon maybe next year I love watching your videos

  • @mylaneistheshhh
    @mylaneistheshhh 10 месяцев назад +1

    I am beyond grateful for finding this video and your channel! This is the most informative organized video I have watched and I appreciate the authenticity and humor you add! I am stoked to watch the rest of your videos and learn more. Thank you so much for taking the time to help us noobs! 😊

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  10 месяцев назад

      Glad it was helpful!. And thanks for the kind feedback. :)

  • @user-hm3zr5ul4o
    @user-hm3zr5ul4o 10 месяцев назад +1

    very helpful info, thank you for taking time out and breaking it down in details.

  • @lucindaekerman1686
    @lucindaekerman1686 10 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for the information Wade,i learned so much from this video..😊

  • @bonsyboom4531
    @bonsyboom4531 5 месяцев назад +1

    this is an awsome video n truley super calming n helpful. thank u so much 🥹✨️

  • @TheHollyTalks
    @TheHollyTalks Год назад +1

    So happy to have subscribed to this channel ❤

  • @michellepontier145
    @michellepontier145 Год назад +1

    Extraordinary content thank you for your generosity and time! I will be returning with my notebook asap 🤓🤩

  • @miniacifamily2273
    @miniacifamily2273 Год назад +11

    Thank you Wade for another exceptional video. I absorb everything you cover, go back and listen again and note the points that really resonate with me at this moment. The time you put into helping all of us newbies is very very appreciated. Thank you so much! I wish you the best in 2023! 😊

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад +1

      Thank you very much. I appreciate that and glad to do it!

  • @Neo_v23
    @Neo_v23 Год назад +3

    Wade Thank you so much for all these detailed pieces of information you share with us. The value of your shared knowledge is priceless! You're actually saving me from many beginner-mistakes that would cost me much time and money. Not that i'm gonna succeed without failures, lol, but at least it seems like i can skip some of them thanks to you.

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад +1

      Glad to hear that. That's my goal! :)

  • @carolinechampion4375
    @carolinechampion4375 Год назад +1

    Thankyou so much this video was so interesting and helpful,I got lots of candle making things for Xmas and can't wait to start making and testing,Happy new year to you and your family

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад

      ❤️ thank you very much. You as well

  • @dushicakrsteska
    @dushicakrsteska Год назад +2

    I have been watching your videos for over a year and I just want to say thank you for all the information you share with us. I started my business in 2022 and it's going pretty well
    Happy New Year🎉

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад +2

      Oh that's great! Thanks so much. Happy new year!

  • @dawnoliver2179
    @dawnoliver2179 Год назад +2

    Great video. That last bit starting @ 47:30 was exactly what I was needing to hear today! As always, right on point and right on time. Thank you!

  • @nashelle8359
    @nashelle8359 Год назад +1

    Thank you Wade!! Great video and I'm looking forward to launching 2023

  • @christafeaster6624
    @christafeaster6624 6 месяцев назад

    5s the business great info

  • @doraharboyan2574
    @doraharboyan2574 Год назад +1

    Thank you love the help 😘 💕 💗 💓

  • @chefgia808
    @chefgia808 Год назад +2

    I have been a candle lover for years. I often buy way too many from Voluspa. Then I went to a candle-making class for a lady's night out. After that, I became addicted to buying fragrances! I'll most likely be a hobbyist because I'm a private chef which funds this craziness. I have binge watched almost all of your videos! Thank you for sharing all of this valuable information! So appreciated. Now, I'll be pushing candles on friends and family for fun.

  • @nikapk4410
    @nikapk4410 Год назад +1

    You are very knowledgeable. Thank you so much for this amazing video. So helpful in all aspects. Glad to spend this time watching this and staying motivated. Thank you ❤

  • @TanusLuxury
    @TanusLuxury 2 месяца назад

    Thankyou

  • @moiramcfarland9063
    @moiramcfarland9063 Год назад +1

    Another amazing video. You are my candle guru, and I've created a shrine in your honor. Seriously, Wade, you are the candle superhero--forthcoming, honest, funny, insightful, inspiring, and genuine. You make me believe in possibilities. Thank you so much for all your exceptional direction.

  • @anamariamihaila2006
    @anamariamihaila2006 Год назад +1

    👏👏 Me ha encantado el video!

  • @juliahawthorne7696
    @juliahawthorne7696 Год назад +1

    49:55 gm this yr I am stepping out on myself I am a newbie in all of this I thank you for this and I needed this so now on to watch the making candles video it was a thought but this video made it a reality ❤

  • @yolondagriffin7853
    @yolondagriffin7853 Год назад +3

    Starting in 2023 and I am currently in the product testing phase. I took your advice on the wick centering devices and my wax choice. Thank you!

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад

      Awesome! Thanks so much and good luck!

  • @lashadajackson6172
    @lashadajackson6172 Год назад +4

    Just officially started selling my candles in November, but I've been watching your videos for a year 🎉🎉 Love your content. The candles are and addictive to my current business. 🙌🏾

  • @sandywest4299
    @sandywest4299 Год назад +1

    tyvm

  • @Jackie-se5dx
    @Jackie-se5dx Год назад +1

    Omg 💯 facts! No one is perfect. Someone just pointed out to me I made a mistake on my labels and had to take 5 pictures down off my website to fix labels. Ughhh

  • @enlighteninspirations1596
    @enlighteninspirations1596 Год назад

    do you have a video on explaining how to do wholesale? I love how detailed your videos are btw.

  • @ricksmith3957
    @ricksmith3957 Год назад +1

    As always another GREAT/Awesome video Thanks for all the helpful Info/tips/tricks. As of 11/2022 I have formed my LLC and started down the road of upscaling. I have a small following now. I want to grow them. I truly love making candles and the challenges with it. My OCD really kicks in and Kicks my butt ALOT Once Again Thanks Mr. Wade for all you do.

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад

      Haha. I'm there with you Rick. Candle Making really can test ocd. Lol. Thanks for your support as always

  • @Juanitalikes
    @Juanitalikes Год назад +4

    Arh man,
    I made a whole bunch of candles with the wrong size wicks just because I forgot I changed my mind about an idea I had. Lucky my customers were forgiving. As a thank you, I did give them a large discount on their next order ☺️.
    I appreciate your videos Wade 🥳

  • @Blkbeautee
    @Blkbeautee Год назад +1

    You have the best videos on starting a business and how to make candles. I'm still thinking on if I should do a candle business or stick with tumblers and wreaths. I'm definately signing up for skillshare.

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад

      Awesome. Well you could always try a small collection and see how it goes. Don't have to rush or over commit for sure

  • @lourdesgarrotelima4681
    @lourdesgarrotelima4681 2 месяца назад +1

    ❤ thank you😮

  • @patienceyusuf8036
    @patienceyusuf8036 11 месяцев назад

    Hello from Minna, Nigeria, I am in the planning stage. I've been watching a bunch of videos even though I've been dreaming about candle making business since 2019 when I started my perfume retail business. But this 2023, I'm intentional.
    Thank you for sharing your knowledge. So handy for me.

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  10 месяцев назад

      You're welcome. And thank you! :) glad to have you here!

  • @blondescorpion8940
    @blondescorpion8940 Год назад +1

    I am in the learning testing planning phase of my candle business.

  • @jocelynjamili15
    @jocelynjamili15 7 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much for the ideas❤ I'm planning to make a candle business , I tried many kinds of businesses that fit my hobbyist, Sometimes, I really don't know where's my direction 😅

  • @Edgartrades_
    @Edgartrades_ 10 месяцев назад +2

    It’s currently 2:16PM in Miami, and I have to say this was one of the most inspiring video I have invested my time in to . He really took the time to break down a few most important information anyone could not imagine thinking of unless they are facing them right now. I really think people should sit down and watch the whole thing .

  • @lourdesgarrotelima4681
    @lourdesgarrotelima4681 2 месяца назад +1

    ❤ thank you ❤

  • @UncorkedwithBrande
    @UncorkedwithBrande 7 месяцев назад

    So I’m in between having a business and planning. I already have a side hustle tumbler business, and this year I started a permanent shop at a Renessaiance faire. I have been trying to decide what I want to add to my shop, and came up with candles/wax melts. 90% niche based with my scents having names that fit faire, ex. Pirates, Vikings, Celtic, fairy, dragon etc.

  • @pebblehime2120
    @pebblehime2120 Год назад +7

    This video is awesome. I was watching your previous one from 2021 and saw this new one recommended so swapped over most of the way through. It's cool to hear that you've learned a lot even in the year or so between videos. I decided this year to stop struggling with managers/corporations and use my marketing degree to help myself find a job (er-side hustle to begin with haha) that I don't dread and that lets me express myself creatively-making candles and soaps. I'm completely new to the crafts but have a lot of free time at the moment and as you referenced, the second best time to start is today. I just made my first test-candles today to see how difficult the process is overall/how much time it can take, but it just made me want to order more materials and keep trying out new scents and troubleshooting haha. I'm glad I watched this video before I got too far ahead of myself! You freely gave out lots of information that is easy to take notes on and helps to create a more compressed and direct plan. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video!

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад +2

      No problem and thanks for watching. If still recommdn finishing the other one though. Each video does have some different things and this one sorta builds off the other especially on the product side. :)

  • @BumblebeeCandleCo
    @BumblebeeCandleCo Год назад +1

    I’ve learned so much from you trying to grow my business! I really appreciate your honest advice and down to earth teachings! Would love to collaborate with you if interested.

  • @suffolk.candles
    @suffolk.candles Год назад +3

    Yes, this great, been in the game now for two years, want to go full time, but scared to take the plunge, less reliable income but more time to input into my own business! I have given myself one year to make the leap. Great video, not that I've watched it haha but I'm already fired up!

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад

      Lol. Yah it's a long one. Hope you enjoy it once you have the chance. Good luck on everything!

  • @NeverSayNeverCreations
    @NeverSayNeverCreations Год назад +1

    I’m running (60 days!) and successful (in a tiny business sense but still 🎉) BUT I still have a lot of work to climb in Etsy and be found by customers/manage things better/etc so I like the info and help thank you!

  • @fredpfeiljr6450
    @fredpfeiljr6450 Год назад +2

    What an absolutely AWESOME video ! So much great advice, I think I need to watch several more times to grasp it all!! I have had a small handcrafted leather business, that I will call "mediocre" as far as sales and growth. So much of your advice will be helpful for me in my business. I have honestly been thinking of making candles and melts for a while, and what prompted it was customers stopping by my booth at the markets. They all say " I just love the leather smell". I actually bought some oil a while back, to see how it smelled, and its fairly close to the real thing. My thought was to try to build on the customer's experience of their sensory experience when they came by my shop. Long story, but my thought was to sell candles and melts to supplement their experience with the leather fragrance ! And maybe expand from there. Just wanted to share my thought of how different crafts can overlap and support other crafts. Somewhere in all my video watching and surfing, I saw coasters for candles ! I thought how cool is that. Something I already make that can be used for the candle side. I have embossing dies and can stamp my logo in the leather as well. The creative juices are flowing !! hahah Thanks ! Fred

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад

      Haha that's awesome. I know what you mean.... sometimes it just takes a little nudge and then all the ideas start flowing! Thanks Fred!

  • @mego200
    @mego200 Год назад +1

    You are incredible- love from Denmark

  • @CamettScents
    @CamettScents 6 месяцев назад +1

    Cool jars

  • @gosiamemangseoka2058
    @gosiamemangseoka2058 11 месяцев назад

    Insightful!
    Want to start candle making business in Botswana, Africa. In need of a business

  • @angelaallen3973
    @angelaallen3973 Год назад

    Hi Wade. Thank you again for doing these videos, we watch most of them and have learned SO much. I have a question we thought you may be able to help with. We are super new at this and have been asked to be a vendor at a local'ish charity event. I would love to do the event just not sure how these things work yet. I'm not sure how the proceeds/cost work. Do we give all to the charity or keep some to cover the costs on our part. Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you!

  • @globalfusion96
    @globalfusion96 Год назад +1

    brilliant

  • @ark194
    @ark194 11 месяцев назад

    Thank you for your videos...and MJ is GOAT.

  • @simonehartley7439
    @simonehartley7439 Год назад +1

    I'm in the planning stages of my candle company. i'm hoping to be able to launch for mothers day!

  • @s44577
    @s44577 Год назад +3

    Another great video, thank you Wade. I would suggest to those still figuring things out and looking for direction/niche is to find your "WHY." Simon Sinek did a great TED Talk on this and I found it so worthwhile. Worth a listen. Happy New Year to all!!

  • @swetashoots
    @swetashoots 5 месяцев назад

    Great ❤

  • @MakeupMobster
    @MakeupMobster Год назад +1

    “You miss 99% of the shots you don’t take.” ~Wayne Gretzky. Greatest hockey player of all time. Great quote and same principle as what Jordan said. And as I type this, I see you included another great Gretzky quote. That’s actually what made Him a great hockey player, his ability to anticipate where the puck was going to land. He said he studied old games and realized the puck generally always landed in the same places. (He’s right, I watch tons of hockey).
    I digress…. This is just the video I needed to watch. Thank you for making this.

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад

      😁😁🤗 yesl.... I could have used soxmany great quotes! Thanks for watching!

    • @MakeupMobster
      @MakeupMobster Год назад

      Thanks for this video though. You have given invaluable advice for all. Some of us need to hear these things because it’s a great confidence booster to know we are on the right path.

  • @catherinerae5610
    @catherinerae5610 Год назад +1

    I'm such an admixture but loving this ..
    I keep giving them away lol x

  • @jennifer742011
    @jennifer742011 Год назад +1

    I love candles I’m making them as a hobby and then I can sell to coworkers and family

  • @suzanneevans5942
    @suzanneevans5942 Год назад +1

    I have never made a candle in my life. I am seriouly thinking about a small business... I am an avid furniture artist. I am simply thinking of something simplier than flipping furniture. I am researching and in the learning mode... thank you for sharing. I will continue to watch past and present videos from your channel... Thanks so much for sharing your experience and knowledge you have acquired... Black Tie Barn.. Like it... I am thinking... Gardening Sents.. too broad I know but it does open the door from floral to savory... I am just thinking...

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  Год назад

      Hey Suzanne. I like your idea. It may seem berry's but still fairly focused as well. I like it
      :)

  • @OurLadyLaLa
    @OurLadyLaLa Год назад +1

    I’ve already bought so many fragrance oils and was considering buying more but I didn’t wanna over complicate it lol. Thank you

  • @shantellruffin6488
    @shantellruffin6488 Год назад

    Thank you for all your videos and education/tips you provide! I do have one question, and my apologies if you have answered it already. I am just starting out making candles and would like to do it as a business. I’m in the testing and research phase. Should I start tracking my expenses now even though I don’t have a business name, account or license? I have all my receipts, but everything came out of my personal. I’m torn between names for my business so that’s why I haven’t gotten a business license or account. Thanks again for all that you do!!!

  • @personofnote1571
    @personofnote1571 8 месяцев назад

    Curious what theme and plugins you are using with Shopify. What features did you specifically look for when setting things up?
    Thanks for all the great content.

  • @harrypetrie5571
    @harrypetrie5571 11 месяцев назад +1

    This rather a great comprehensive yet succinct and informative video. Truly inspiring. It resonates. Like you my friend, I am not much of a social media person. However, the reality is is, that’s where business deals are made
    Harry Petrie, from a coloured township in South Africa

    • @BlackTieBarn
      @BlackTieBarn  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks so much Harry! I feel the same by the way. Ha!

    • @harrypetrie5571
      @harrypetrie5571 11 месяцев назад

      @@BlackTieBarn noted, thanks for your reply