How Thrift Diving Went from a Hobby to a Business! - #145

In this episode,  my friend and I discuss how I got started with Thrift Diving, the evolution of my brand, and the challenges and rewards of running a DIY blog and YouTube channel. From thrift store finds to major brand partnerships, we cover it all. I'm chatting in this episode with Laura Rudder, a loyal Thrift Diving reader turned dear friend. Laura originally interviewed me about personal topics in Episodes #113 and #114, and now she's back to dive deep into the business side of Thrift Diving. We discuss  Tune in to learn more about my journey, get inspired, and hear some behind-the-scenes stories that shaped Thrift Diving. Don't miss this insightful and fun conversation!Want to share your thoughts on this episode or have a question we didn't answer? Email me serena@ thriftdiving.com or on Instagram @ThriftDiving.PODCAST EPISODES MENTIONEDGetting to Know the REAL Serena Appiah - #113Getting to Know the REAL Serena Appiah - #114How $400,000 in Habitat ReStore Sales (and Volunteers, Sweat Equity!) Fuels Affordable Homes for Families! - #107MENTIONED & RESOURCESBuilding a Floating Deck - YouTubeHow to Insulate Your Windows with Plastic - YouTubeDiary of a CEO Podcast with Stephen BartlettDiary of a CEO: 33 Laws of Business and Life - AmazonHaven ConferenceWorkbench ConBrianna Shelko on InstagramHow to Use a Jigsaw - YouTubeSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeSupport the showWANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! Blog YouTube Instagram Facebook Pinterest TikTok Twitter