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A lucky unlucky start
November 14, 2024

Tim Coleman's path into woodworking may have had a slow start, but it has grown into an inspiring journey.
How the frugal woodworker survives
April 15, 2020

In his blog, professional woodworker Mike Farrington details what he plans to do until things get back to normal.
From the Bench: The problem with passion
April 9, 2020

Nancy Hiller will tell you, when you're talking about having a passion for your work, it pays to know exactly what "passion" means.
Facing Failure
June 12, 2019

Some go so far as to claim that failure is the key to success, but things are a little trickier when you’re faced with failure of your own.
What to Include in a Written Job Proposal
May 17, 2019

Nancy Hiller knows the value of agreed-upon boundaries, managing expectations, and having a written record
Consulting With Prospective Clients
April 18, 2019

“How do you handle inquiries from prospective customers?” asks a reader. “Do you have any rules for design and project approvals?"
Marketing for Woodworkers: Print Ads
June 26, 2018

Darrell Peart credits his ads in print periodicals with making his name one of the most widely known among those who specialize in Arts and Crafts work
Marketing for Woodworkers: Shows, festivals, and exhibitions
May 30, 2018

This is part of a series about different marketing tools for woodworkers. The others are linked below. To make a living as a furniture maker, you have to sell your…
When things go awry
December 4, 2017

This is part two of Nancy's earlier Pro's Corner post: "5 Tips for Dealing with Difficult Clients" Challenge code “Caution-Tape Yellow” Even the most reasonable of customers can sometimes change…
Going Pro as a Furniture Maker
August 2, 2013

Another real-life example of a woodworker who made his dream a reality

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