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357 – Why NOW is the Time to Get Your Pricing in Line with Racheal Cook

357 – Why NOW is the Time to Get Your Pricing in Line with Racheal Cook

FromGift Biz Unwrapped


357 – Why NOW is the Time to Get Your Pricing in Line with Racheal Cook

FromGift Biz Unwrapped

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Length:
50 minutes
Released:
Feb 12, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Do you struggle with how much should you price your product? It's a question we all struggle with.

If you’re not sure if you’re pricing your product properly … or already know you aren’t but haven’t reset your prices (which of course means higher) - then you definitely want to stick around and listen closely today.

We cover is why NOW is the perfect time to get your pricing in line. And you'll learn how to get this done and off your “I know I need to do this list” once and for all.

We cover other business growth points too.

Think back … you started your business for freedom and flexibility, right? Can you say you have that now? My guess is not.

I think this is the biggest myth about running your own business. The reality for most is that the opposite happens and we have less freedom and are tied down to our business if we’re not careful. But guess what? It doesn’t have to be this way.

Racheal is on a mission to end entrepreneurial poverty for women. Over the last 10 years, she’s helped thousands of female entrepreneurs design predictably profitable businesses without the hustle and burnout that doing “all the things” inevitably provokes.

Her passion is supporting savvy, soulful women as they implement the strategy, systems, and support structure that will uncomplicate their business so they can work less and live more.
How Much Should You Price Your Product?

In the product world - profit margin is really important.

The #1 pricing mistake product-based business owners make is not building your own labor and time into the price. <-- Listen in for more details on this!

Be very aware of how long it takes for each individual product to be produced and then give the dollar amount to that. Then, if you hire someone else, it's already built into the price.

Put yourself in your customer’s shoes. Really think about what they value the most and focus on that. <-- Tune in for more on this!

Once you determine what your correct price should be, it may take a little time to shift to it. There are a few ways to do it:

Most people make this a much bigger deal than it is. For most, you can just change the price on your website or catalog and 98% of your customers won't say anything.

To reward loyal customers, give them an opportunity to buy before you raise the price. These sales often go very well and result in a good bump in revenue.

If you need to increase the price by 30%-50%, you can slowly stair-step the price up over time rather than doing it all at once.





Remember - most people who buy handmade items are NOT super price sensitive. So, the people who comment on price or ask for discounts are not your ideal client. Focus on people who value the time, energy, and craftsmanship that goes into creating handmade products. <-- Pro tip!

Other pricing issues to consider. If you offer free shipping, that comes off the top of your price. Eliminating free shipping will instantly increase the price you charge.

If you haven't raised your price at least 10% since last year, you're losing money due to the cost of inflation.

Internally, look at your cost of goods. Can you reduce the cost per item by purchasing supplies in bulk? Or finding alternative materials that cost less?

Now may be the right time to raise your price because prices are going up everywhere. 



Listen to the whole conversation for more about how much should you price your product!
How To Get Time Back As A Handmade Business Owner

Step into the CEO role. Be the boss of your business.

Be more intentional in designing your business.

Know where to focus your time and energy. Then evaluate what you can delegate to https://giftbizunwrapped.com/episodes/get-productive-with-your-time/ (claim back time) you can use to grow your business.

Anything you do over and over again is an opportunity to document it and create systems (e.g., answering customer service...
Released:
Feb 12, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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Have you thought about turning your hobby into a profitable small business? This podcast shows you how to do just that. Whether you want a side gig for some extra cash or to get out of your 9-5, the handmade products you make for fun can hold the key! In each episode you'll hear steps and actions to take to start and grow a profitable business. It's created specifically for the handmade product business entrepreneur; a group I lovingly call Gifters, Bakers, Crafters, and Makers. You're a fabulous unique creative person and I'm here to help you get on the right path to making your vision a reality. There's a lot out there about building a service based business, some about building a product business, but handmade is different. There are specific nuances to handmade that we cover here. Have you thought about starting a business but not sure what the first steps should be and you're afraid to do it "wrong?" Have you started your business but it's not progressing as you had envisioned? Are you confused about Etsy, Amazon Handmade and Shopify platforms? What about email marketing and Facebook or Instagram ads for attracting sales? There is so much to know it can be overwhelming and confusing. I'm your host, Sue Monhait, and I interview business owners who have been where you are. This is combined with over 30 years of experience consulting hundreds of boutique and big brands along with opening two profitable product based business of my own, I'm here to help you realize your dream. At the end of each episode, you'll walk away with new ideas, tools, or processes that you can apply immediately to get results. Decide on your business. Learn how to get started. Hear what others do to get customers and increase their sales. A great first step is to subscribe to the show. Then you'll automatically get each new episode as it releases - ready and waiting for you when it's convenient to listen. The main show becomes available on Saturday morning with a short Tips & Talk episode on Wednesday. I want you to know that you don't have to do this alone. Find more free resources over at GiftBizUnwrapped.com and if you're looking for a community of handmade makers just like you, join us over in my private Facebook Group - Gift Biz Breeze.