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87. Don’t Let Your Fears Get in the Way of Your Dreams: Making the Leap to a Full-Time Jewellery Business with Helen O’Connor
87. Don’t Let Your Fears Get in the Way of Your Dreams: Making the Leap to a Full-Time Jewellery Business with Helen O’Connor
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Length:
43 minutes
Released:
Feb 7, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
How do you know when it’s time to turn your jewellery business into a full-time job? In this episode, Helen O’Connor shares the six-point plan she used to build the confidence and skills she needed to start making jewellery full time. She also talks about the power of affirmations and explains how she discovered her unique jewellery style and specialty. Wherever you are in your jewellery business journey, this episode has great insight and inspiration! Episode Description: In this episode we’re talking with Helen O’Connor about her experience of making her jewellery business a full-time job (0:51) How did you get started with jewellery making 20 years ago? (2:25) What did it feel like to sell your first piece? (6:05) Which techniques do you use in your jewellery? (8:20) When did you realize you had a unique style and speciality? (13:49) What inspired you to switch to full-time jewellery making? (17:10) Can you tell us about the six-point plan you made? (19:40) 1. Write down your fears (21:00) 2. Use affirmations and meditations (21:52) 3. Make a plan (25:45) 4. Prepare to make the transition (28:31) 5. Network (32:10) 6. Invest in yourself (38:04) How to connect with Helen (41:33) Resources Online Diploma in Silver Jewellery Online Diploma in Fine Jewellery Helen’s Website Follow Helen on Instagram and Facebook Find Jewellers Academy on Instagram and Facebook!
Released:
Feb 7, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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