If you want to make sales, it’s important that you’re connecting with your community.

For online businesses, one of the best ways to make real connections with people is through video. 

It’s the greatest way to simulate in person interactions, but online! 

Not only will video help you to establish a relationship with potential customers, but it’s also a great marketing tool. 

But, not all business owners are charismatic extroverts who shine in front of the camera. 

For introverts, the idea of putting yourself out there for …

If you’ve read my blog before, you know I’m a huge proponent for getting outside help whenever you need it. 

Running a business is just way too much work for one person to handle all on their own.

Learning to delegate is the best way to avoid total burnout and is what will help your business grow! 

Assuming you’ve already decided you need help, your next question is probably: where can you actually find the people who can help you. 

You want to work with people who …

Are you looking to start your own YouTube channel to help promote your handmade shops? 

Not only can you reach a huge, new audience, but making the videos can be a super fun process. 

For Creative Hive, YouTube has been an AMAZING journey. 

I have so much fun making videos for you – and it’s been great at bringing in sales, so I keep doing it! 

That said, running a YouTube channel that’s effective at what you want it to do is not for everyone. 

It’s …

The country is opening up again and that means craft shows are, too! 

After over a year off from the hustle of setting up shop at a fair, you might be ready to get back out there and sell your art in person. 

Craft shows can be a great source of income and a fun opportunity to meet other artists. 

Remember though shows shouldn’t be your only source of income. 

If you’re planning on taking your post-pandemic business offline, you’ll want to read these 5 questions to …